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The New Britain City Council has scheduled a special meeting and hearing to determine whether…
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By John McNamara Saturday, March 7th was one of those days when New Britain lived…
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By Rhona Cohen and Olive O’Brien-Cohen Steven “Stevie” Jones, 55 years old, died on March…
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By Joe Wasserman If you agree that our future is threatened by catastrophic climate change…
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By Rhona Cohen and Olive O’Brien-Cohen Steven “Stevie” Jones, 55 years old, died on March 4th from gunshot injuries sustained at the hands of a Hartford police officer during a mental health crisis. Famed civil rights attorney Benjamin Crump, the state and local NAACP, Jones’ surviving family members, and a broad swath of Hartford’s community […]
New Britain Racial Justice Coalition
The CT People’s Survival Programs (CT-PSP) and the Muslim Justice Center have announced an event, “Black History Iftar & Discussion: From Prison to Power: Black Muslim Resistance.” An Iftar, organizers note, “is the evening meal during the month of Ramadan, when Muslims break their daily fast at sunset. Beyond nourishment, iftar is a sacred time […]
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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 […]
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By John McNamara Saturday, March 7th was one of those days when New Britain lived up to being known as a “city for all people” with two annual faith and cultural celebrations In the morning the city’s contingent to the 54th Greater Hartford Saint Patrick’s Day Parade organized by the Central Connecticut Irish Cultural Committee […]
By Rhona Cohen and Olive O’Brien-Cohen Steven “Stevie” Jones, 55 years old, died on March 4th from gunshot injuries sustained at the hands of a Hartford police officer during a mental health crisis. Famed civil rights attorney Benjamin Crump, the state and local NAACP, Jones’ surviving family members, and a broad swath of Hartford’s community […]
New Britain Police say, Please join us in supporting our senior community while enjoying a morning of good food! Triad’s Grand Breakfast is happening March 15th from 8AM–11AM, and we’d love to see you there!” “Triad,” New Britain Police say, “works to build strong partnerships between seniors and law enforcement by sharing important information to […]
Meetings and Events Dec 17th to Dec 23rd
City meetings and community events coming up in New Britain during the week of Monday, December 17, 2018 to Sunday, December 23.
Homeless Memorial Day Services Planned
The 2018 Homeless Persons’ Memorial Day will be held at the South Church on December 21st, the day with the longest night of the year.
HITW Holding “Holiday Showcase”
The Hole in the Wall Theater is celebrating the the season with its “Holiday Showcase,” with, “songs, skits, readings, etc.,” this weekend.
Mr. Alton Brooks Raises Concerns About Diminished Human Rights and Opportunities Office
Mr. Alton Brooks spoke to City Council, expressing concerns about the diminished role and facilities of the city’s Human Rights and Opportunities office.
CCSU Love Wins Community Drive
There will be a Love Wins Community Drive at CCSU, today, December 14th, to accept donations to benefit families in New Britain and the Hartford area.
Council Votes Down Raises for Mayor, Other Top Officials
The City Council has voted down a resolution to potentially increase the salary for the mayor and other top city elected and appointed officials.
Our Revolution to Host Legislative Panel
The Central Connecticut Chapter of Our Revolution has announced that it inviting the public to attend a legislative panel discussion.
Council Debates Increasing Salary of Mayor, Other Officials
The City Council will consider whether to increase the salary of the mayor and other officials at its upcoming meeting, with the outcome still undecided.
Meetings and Events Dec 10th to Dec 16th
City meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, December 10, 2018 to Sunday, December 16th include the last week of the Connecticut Theatre Company’s presentation of Little Women.
NBYT Velveteen Rabbit Final Show
The final of three performances of the No Boundaries Youth Theater (NBYT) production of The Velveteen Rabbit will take place today.
Report on Free Wi-Fi Sent to Council
The City Council has received a report in response to a petition from Ald. Aram Ayalon (D-3) on free Wi-Fi for low income neighborhoods in the city.
2019 Martin Luther King Jr. Celebrations Announced
New Britain will celebrate the life and work of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and continuing work of the civil rights movement on MLK Day in 2019.
$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 […]