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New Britain Mayor Bobby Sanchez (D) joined with Sen Rick Lopes (D-6), Rep Manny Sanchez…
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New Britain Mayor Bobby Sanchez (D) has announced availability of the 2026 New Britain Arts…
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By Joe Wasserman Members of Back from the Brink CT carried a poster into the…
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The Common Council will hold three meetings (May 5,6,7) to review the Mayor’s proposed budget…
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by John McNamara Sponsors and attendees at the New Britain Public Library’s (NBPL) 10th Annual Fundraiser on…
New Britain Racial Justice Coalition
By the New Britain Racial Justice Coalition, The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition (NBRJC) is raising serious concerns about Mayor Bobby Sanchez’s proposed FY27 budget, stating clearly that it reduces overall education funding while failing to meaningfully invest in libraries and community services. Despite public claims of increased support for schools, the full budget shows […]
Community Announcements
By Bike New Britain On Monday, Bike New Britain will be providing the 5th grade class at Smalley School in New Britain with a bike safety education program. Beginning on Monday, May 4th and continuing through Thursday, May 7th, members of Bike New Britain will be conducting safety education classes from 8am to 9:45am Then […]
Community Announcement by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Connecticut Big Brothers Big Sisters of Connecticut (BBBSCT) honored two New Britain residents during its annual Big Night celebration this Saturday, recognizing Big Sister Alex Steel as the 2026 Big of the Year and Jessica Mercado as the 2026 Parent Partner of the Year. Both were celebrated […]
Schools
As the summer days wind down and back-to-school shopping begins, familiar signs of a new school year appear. Store shelves are stocked with school supplies, shopping carts start to fill, and a growing sense of anticipation starts to creep in. Across the town of New Britain, students are preparing to return to the school halls […]
History
By John McNamara Saturday, March 7th was one of those days when New Britain lived…
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New Britain Mayor Bobby Sanchez (D) has announced availability of the 2026 New Britain Arts and Cultural Organizations (NBACO) State-Funded Grant Program. The City says that the program, made possible through the Connecticut Office of the Arts’ Directed Local Funds Grant, administered by the Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development, “is designed to support […]
Mayor Bobby Sanchez and the City of New Britain have announced the 2026 Annual Memorial Day Parade, honoring New Britain’s, longstanding tradition honoring the brave men and women who have served our country.” “Memorial Day is a time for our community to come together in remembrance and gratitude for the brave men and women who […]
The Common Council will hold three meetings (May 5,6,7) to review the Mayor’s proposed budget for the July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027. City departments under the jurisdiction of the Planning, Zoning and Housing Committee (PZH) will be reviewed Tuesday, May 5. The Administration, Finance, Law and Public Services Committee (AFLPS) will continue the review on […]
North-Oak Neighborhood Clean Up Planned
The organization, Friends of Willow Street Park, has announced that it is organizing a North-Oak neighborhood clean-up day.
Gov. Lamont Names Awilda Reasco of New Britain to State Education Board
Gov. Ned Lamont (D-CT) has announced that he has appointed Awilda Reasco of New Britain and three others to the State Board of Education.
Lacourciere Announces State Representative Campaign
Democrat Richard Lacourciere has announced that he is running for State Representative in the Twenty-Fourth Assembly District.
Pastor Dana Smith Running for North-Oak President
Longtime community activist, Pastor Dana Smith, has announced that he is running to be the President of the North-Oak Neighborhood Revitalization Zone.
‘Community Conversation’ to be Hosted by Council Democrats
City Council Democrats have announced that they plan to host a ‘Community Conversation’ event to discuss city issues with community residents.
Happening in New Britain Feb 17th to 23rd
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, February 17, 2020 to Sunday, February 23rd include Presidents Day.
NBMAA Family Day for Presidents Day
The New Britain Museum of American Art (NBMAA) is holding a Family Day at which, ” Children and families are invited to learn about President’s Day.”
Berlin Resident Announces Plans to Run for Senate
Berlin resident Andrew Legnani has announced that he plans to run for the Sixth State Senatorial District in the 2020 elections.
Document Apparently Shows Secrecy Agreement in Tawfik Matter
A public document appears to show that the city agreed to secrecy in the terms of the resignation of the former head of community services.
Trinity-on-Main Sponsors Events for Valentines Day
The Trinity-on-Main arts and performance venue is holding two musical events on two nights in celebration of Valentines Day.
North-Oak NRZ to Hold Elections
The North-Oak Neighborhood Revitalization Zone (NRZ) is set to hold elections for its officer and other leadership positions.
Lopes, Sanchez, Tercyak and Sanchez Announce Candidacies
Rep. Rick Lopes (D-24) officially announced his campaign for State Senate, while three other Democrats announced their campaigns for State Representative.
Black History Month Celebrations at Gallery 66
The Gallery 66 arts venue is holding a series of events at its downtown New Britain location in celebration of Black History Month.
Pisanki Class Offered by Polish American Foundation
The Polish American Foundation of Connecticut is offering a class on how to make pisanki, traditional decorated Polish Easter eggs.
Lopes Reportedly to Run for Senate, Sanchez for 24th
State Rep. Rick Lopes (D-24) will reportedly announce that he will run for State Senate, and Ald. Manny Sanchez (D-AL) will reportedly run to succeed Lopes.
Happening in New Britain Feb 10th to 16th
New Britain city meetings and community events during the week of Mon, Feb 10th to Sun, Feb 16th include Black History Month Celebration at Gallery 66.
Proposal Would Change Ordinances to Two Gender Pronouns
A City Council proposal would make changes to gender references in city ordinances, mainly by referring to male and female pronouns, instead of just male.
2023 New Britain Dożynki Festival Planned
The first days of springtime may still be ahead, but the traditional Polish Harvest Festival, the New Britain Dożynki, for 2020 is already being planned.
NBMAA to Open Interactive Gallery at First Friday
The New Britain Museum of American Art (NBMAA) will open a new interactive gallery space at the February edition of its popular First Friday event.
Rollback Proposal Tabled After Public Testimony in Support of Retail Bag Ordinance
A controversial proposal to roll back New Britain’s ordinance on retail bags was tabled after public testimony was all in opposition to the plan.