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The CT People’s Survival Program has announced a three-part Community Violence Intervention Series, noting that it is, “focused on equipping community members with practical skills to interrupt and transform violence.” The CT People’s Survival Program is a 501(c)(3) affiliate of the New Britain Racial Justice Coalition (NBRJC). The organization says that, In collaboration with the […]
NAACP
NAACP State Council President Scot X. Esdaile led a crowd of 150 in celebrating the…
New Britain Racial Justice Coalition
The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition is planning its February Community Meeting. The Coalition says,…
Flooding Series
Presentation #32 to our New Britain City Officials. To: Allen St. Neighborhood Flooding Victims, Concerned…
History
Finding A Common Thread of Racial and Social Justice in 1988 and 2024 By John…
Opinion
Whether or not you work at a job that is possible to do remotely, acts…
Community News
The CCSU Center for Africana Studies is hosting “The Cookout: A Celebration of African Diasporic…
News
Prominent local attorney and community leader, Adrian Baron, reported on social media today that federal…
News Analysis
Republican City Council Assistant Leader, Ald Sharon Beloin-Saavedra (R-1) has reportedly announced that she is…
Featured Journalism
Friendship Center’s Cold Weather Triage Program Is Open To Help Unhoused NEW BRITAIN – A…
Latest News and Opinion
Whether or not you work at a job that is possible to do remotely, acts increasingly being perpetrated by the greedy who own for a living to roll back the ability of workers who can work remotely to do so show in crystal clear terms that rich people think they own the rest of humanity. […]
The CCSU Center for Africana Studies is hosting “The Cookout: A Celebration of African Diasporic Resilience and Culture,” at its Annual Conference. The 31st Annual Conference, in its 31st year, is the Center’s signature event. Planned for March 6, 2025, from 10:00am to 6:00pm, organizers say, The conference will offer a variety of educational, recreational, […]
That Fashion Show, “Black New Britain”, held at the New Britain Public Library for Black History month was an experience of empowerment and community, according to participants. The event was a part of the Library’s, “A Celebration of Black America: Past, Present & Future” featuring a film screening, author talk and fashion show on February […]
East Side Cleanup & Block Party Rescheduled
The East Side Cleanup and Block Party event to be held at the East Side Community Center has been rescheduled to May 3, 2019.
Fundraiser To Support Little Poland Festival
The Polish American Foundation has announced an event to raise money to support the 2019 Little Poland Festival in New Britain.
NAACP and LWV to Hold Racism Forum
The NAACP New Britain Branch and the New Britain League of Women Voters have announced a forum on racism, discrimination and implicit bias.
Rebuilding Together to Repair 11 Homes
Rebuilding Together New Britain has announced that it will, “celebrate National Rebuilding Day by completing eleven volunteer-led home repair projects.”
City Budget Hearing Scheduled
The City Council has announced the date for the hearing that will be held for the public to comment on Republican Mayor Erin Stewart’s city budget plan.
Meetings and Events Apr 22nd to 28th
Meetings and events coming up during the week of Monday, April 22, 2019 to Sunday, April 28th include the Hoops for Homeless benefit basketball tournament.
Best Wishes for Easter and Passover
Very best wishes to everyone who has been celebrating Easter and Passover. Best wishes that the season has brought your family together in joy and peace.
“Amazing Stories” at NBMAA
The New Britain Museum of American Art (NBMAA) has announced its exhibition of works by New York-based artist Pablo Helguera.
North-Oak NRZ to Hold Meeting, Planning Clean-Up
The North-Oak NRZ has announced that its regular monthly meeting will be April 25th, as it prepares for its May 4th community clean-up event.
Youth Museum To Hold Easter Celebrations
The New Britain Youth Museum and its Nature Center are holding Easter events for kids, both in downtown New Britain and at Hungerford Park.
Sanchez Announces State Black & Puerto Rican Caucus Town Hall
Rep. Bobby Sanchez (D-25) has announced that the Black and Puerto Rican Caucus of the state legislature will hold a town hall meeting in New Britain. “Please join us and come with your concerns or support of policies being discussed this session: Tolls, Education, Marijuana, health care etc.,” said Sanchez. The town hall meeting will […]
Sanchez Announces State Black & Puerto Rican Caucus Town Hall
Rep. Bobby Sanchez (D-25) has announced that the Black and Puerto Rican Caucus of the state legislature will hold a town hall meeting in New Britain. “Please join us and come with your concerns or support of policies being discussed this session: Tolls, Education, Marijuana, health care etc.,” said Sanchez. The town hall meeting will […]
Stewart Faces First Election After Law-Breaking
Republican Mayor Erin Stewart says that she is seeking re-election, facing voters for the first time after being found to have violated state election law.
Meetings and Events Apr 15th to 21st
City meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, April 15, 2019 to Sunday, April 21st in and concerning New Britain.
North-Oak NRZ Plans May 4th Neighborhood Clean-Up
The North-Oak NRZ is planning a neighborhood clean-up in May, continuing its longstanding activist efforts to improve quality of life in the area.
Democrat Porcher Announces Candidacy for Mayor
Democrat Christopher Porcher kicked off his campaign for mayor, saying that he wants City Hall to represent everybody in New Britain. “I am running for mayor,”said Porcher, “because I absolutely feel that the city of New Britain needs to be reunited again.” He said that the city’s people, “deserve to be in the room and […]
Stewart Budgets One Time Revenue and School Funding
Republican Mayor Erin Stewart has submitted a budget that appears to use one time revenue to keep taxes level and pass a state grant on the city schools.
PAL Football, Cheer and Karate Registration Open
The New Britain Police Athletic League (PAL) has announced that registration for its football, cheer and karate programs are open.
Democratic Panel Chooses Porcher for Mayor
Local activist Chris Porcher has been chosen by the New Britain Democrats’ Nominating Committee to run for mayor in this year’s election.
Meetings and Events Apr 8th to 14th
City meetings and community events coming up during the week of Mon, Apr 8, 2019 to Sun, Apr 14th include presentation of the city budget by the Mayor.