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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
By Aram Ayalon As the Connecticut legislator is making a concerted effort in the 2025…
Community News
The CCSU Center for Africana Studies is hosting “The Cookout: A Celebration of African Diasporic…
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Prominent local attorney and community leader, Adrian Baron, reported on social media today that federal…
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Republican City Council Assistant Leader, Ald Sharon Beloin-Saavedra (R-1) has reportedly announced that she is…
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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 […]
Presentation #32 to our New Britain City Officials. To: Allen St. Neighborhood Flooding Victims, Concerned Citizens, City and State Officials.
$10,000 Autism Services Grant Awarded
The Community Foundation of Greater New Britain has announced that it has awarded $10,000 to CCARC to provide services to families with adolescents or young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
Democrats Blast Stewart Over Violation
Democratic Chair Bill Shortell issued a scathing statement in response to Republican Mayor Erin Stewart being found in violation of election law.
Access Health Open Enrollment In New Britain
Access Health CT has announced that open enrollment for the health coverage it offers is available in New Britain during its current open enrollment period.
Meetings and Events Dec 3rd to Dec 9th
City meetings and community events in New Britain during the week of Monday, Dec 3rd to Sunday, Dec 9th include a health enrollment fair by AccessHealthCT.
NBHS’s Danniel Rivera Signs Baseball Scholarship
A New Britain High School senior, Danniel Rivera, has signed a scholarship package to play college baseball for Southern New Hampshire University.
Stewart Penalized For Using Taxpayer Mailing To Boost Her 2017 Reelection Campaign
Mayor Erin Stewart violated state campaign law according to a ruling by the State Elections Enforcement Commission (SEEC).
Ecumenical Remembrance Service Planned
There will be an Ecumenical Remembrance Service held in December to, “pause to remember those who are no longer physically among us.”
“Little Women” at Repertory Theatre
The New Britain-based Connecticut Theatre Company is presenting a musical production of Little Women. The play is a based on the renown novel by Louisa May Alcott. Little Women opens at the Repertory Theatre of New Britain on Friday, November 30, 2018. The Connecticut Theatre Company says, Based on Louisa May Alcott’s life, Little Women follows the adventures of […]
North-Oak NRZ November Meeting
The North-Oak NRZ will hold its monthly meeting for November this week. The November meeting will be on Thursday, November 29, 2018. The meeting will begin at 7:00pm. The North Oak Neighborhood Revitalization Zone (NRZ) is a community organization, formed under state law, that is committed to the social and economic progress in the North-Oak […]
East Side “Eat and Greet”
The East Side Community Center and its partners are hosting an “East Side Public Safety Eat and Greet” at Paradise Pizza.
Meetings and Events Nov 26th to Dec 2nd
City meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, November 26, 2018 to Sunday, December 2nd include events ringing in the holiday season.
Ruby’ Realm Presents “Chain ReACTion”
Chain ReACTion, a stage play written and directed by Valerie “Ruby” Ingram Ruby’s Realm Production, will be performed on December 1st.
A Taste of Jamaica in Downtown NB
New Britain can enjoy a taste of the tropical island of Jamaica at the newly opened Chris Royal Jamaican Restaurant in downtown.
NB Legacies Winter Basketball Coming Up
The New Britain Legacies Youth Development and Basketball Program is holding registration for two upcoming basketball programs.
Altrusa Holding Holiday Extravaganza
rusa of Greater Hartford has announced that it is having a Holiday Extravaganza to raise charitable funds with holiday shopping.
Jr Canes Fundraise for Championship Travel
New Britain Youth Football and Cheerleading is hosting a fundraiser on November 24th to send the State Champion 10U Jr Canes Football Team to the upcoming national championships in Florida. New Britain Youth Football and Cheerleading (NBYFC) is celebrating the 10U division Jr. Canes winning the 2018 Connecticut Youth Football and Cheer Conference Championship on […]
Delivering Thanksgiving at Malikowski Cir
The generosity of volunteers and donors and the work of Foodshare came to fruition, delivering food to people in need just in time for Thanksgiving.
Turkey Drive Reaches Goal
A Turkey drive held in New Britain was a part of a successful effort by Foodshare to supply Thankgiving meals to thousands of people in need this year.
Black Ministers Alliance Donates for Families in Need
The Black Ministers Alliance of New Britain recently made a donation of $500 in gift cards to help families in need this Thanksgiving.
Meetings and Events Nov 19th to Nov 25th
City meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, Nov 12, 2018 to Sunday, Novr 18th include the celebration of Thanksgiving Day.