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A New Britain City Council resolution closes the City budget for the Fiscal Year 2025-2026…
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The New Britain City Council is to consider a resolution on a high profile issue…
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The office of Mayor Bobby Sanchez has announced that, “A coalition of volunteers representing educational,…
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by John McNamara Sponsors and attendees at the New Britain Public Library’s (NBPL) 10th Annual Fundraiser on…
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By Friends of the New Britain Public Library Stock up on winter reads at the Fall Book Sale Over the last few months, volunteers have been working diligently on sorting through book donations and preparing for the Fall Book Sale sponsored by the Friends of the New Britain Public Library. It will be held from […]
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By John McNamara Saturday, March 7th was one of those days when New Britain lived…
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A New Britain City Council resolution closes the City budget for the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 with what it says is a surplus, under Mayor Bobby Sanchez (D), after covering what the resolution calls “poor budgeting” and potential malfeasance under ex-Mayor Erin Stewart (R). The resolution says that the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget, “absorbed the impacts […]
The office of Mayor Bobby Sanchez has announced that, “A coalition of volunteers representing educational, recreational, and municipal services in New Britain recently announced the start of their fundraising drive for the 11th annual Hoops for Homeless, a three-on-three basketball tournament.” “Every young person in New Britain deserves the opportunity to succeed, regardless of the […]
CT Peace Fest Holding Protest in Tribute to Dowdell
A peaceful protest has been announced by the group, CT Peace Fest, in tribute to musical artist Zoe “Gangstalicious” Dowdell.
Happening in New Britain Jun 29th to Jul 5th
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Mon, June 29, 2020 to Sun, July 5th include celebration of Independence Day!
2020 Walnut Hill Park Summer Music Series to Begin
For many New Britain residents, enjoying evenings of live music played at the Darius Miller Bandshell is one of the joys of summer.
City Opening Pools But Not Splash Pads
City pools are set to open this weekend, but the city will not open the splash pads in the public parks during the summer of 2020.
City Council Declares Racism A Public Health Crisis
New Britain has joined four other cities and towns in declaring that racism is a public health crisis, with a resolution approved by the City Council.
Council Continues to Consider Police Review Board
The New Britain City Council’s Ad-Hoc Committee will hold a second meeting tonight to consider the establishment of a community review board for the police.
2020 New Britain 4th of July Fireworks, “Great American Boom,” Announced
New Britain’s 2020 July 4th “Great American Boom” fireworks, celebrating Independence Day, are moving forward as a drive-in event, and in a different park.
Happening in New Britain Jun 22nd to 28th
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, June 22, 2020 to Sunday, Jun 28th include opening of city pools.
Juneteenth Event Focuses on Activism for Change
The afternoon summer heat did not deter the commitment of marchers and protesters who celebrated Juneteenth and called for an end to systemic racism.
New Britain Public Pools and Splash Pads Open for the 2023 Summer Season
The hot summer months of 2023 are here and New Britain city pools and splash pads are open, providing relief from the heat and summer fun. The pools in New Britain’s Willow Brook Park Pool and A.W. Stanley Park Pool opened on June 17, 2023 at 1:00pm and are to close on August 12th at […]
Council to Have Special Meeting on Borrowing for Operating Expenses
Republican Mayor Erin Stewart has called the New Britain City Council into a meeting on what is described as a plan to borrow to cover annual city budgets.
Mobile COVID-19 Testing to Be At Smalley School
State Representative Bobby Sanchez (D-25) is announcing a mobile COVID-19 testing site he has been working to make available in New Britain.
City Considers Adding $30 Million Debt to Cover Deficits
Once again, under Republican Mayor Erin Stewart, the city is considering borrowing to cover the cost of city spending, now with a $70 million proposal.
Juneteenth Unity Event to Stand Against Racism
Juneteenth is taking on even greater meaning, as activism rises against racism and a growing list of unarmed Black Americans killed by police.
Police Chief to Discuss ‘Use of Force’ Policy
New Britain Police Chief Christopher Chute will present an online presentation on the New Britain Police “use of force” policy.
2021 New Britain 4th of July Fireworks, “Great American Boom,” Announced
New Britain’s widely attended July 4th “Great American Boom” fireworks display, celebrating Independence Day, will be held again in 2021.
Happening in New Britain Jun 15th to 21st
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, June 15, 2020 to Sunday, Jun 21st include the Interfaith Call to Prayer.
Council Exploring Creating Police Citizen Review Board
The New Britain City Council’s Ad Hoc Committee will hold a meeting to consider the concept of establishing a Police Citizen Review Board.
Stuck in the 18th Century: State Constitution Impedes Voting By Mail, Early Voting
While a score of other states have ballot access via vote by mail and periods of early voting before Election Day, Connecticut is stuck in another century.
Online Interfaith Call to Prayer Announced
Faith leaders in New Britain have announced an Interfaith Call to Prayer, to be held online by Zoom, Facebook Live and conference call.