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Incumbent Gov Ned Lamont (D) appears to have been chosen by Democratic voters to run…
Community News
As challenges like substance use and housing struggles continue to affect members of the community,…
News Analysis
By Carol S. Austad, Ph.D The spotted lanternfly is no longer someone else’s problem. It…
Featured Journalism
by John McNamara Sponsors and attendees at the New Britain Public Library’s (NBPL) 10th Annual Fundraiser on…
Opinion
Opinion by CT People’s Survival Programs On Saturday, August 8 at 12:00 PM, the coalition…
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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Former Connecticut Lieutenant Governor Nancy Wyman passed away early Wednesday morning, prompting Gov Ned Lamont to direct that all US and state flags on Connecticut state government buildings be lowered to half-staff immediately. Wyman, who served as the state’s 108th lieutenant governor from 2011 to 2019, was remembered as a trailblazing leader and a tireless […]
Incumbent Gov Ned Lamont (D) appears to have been chosen by Democratic voters to run for a third term as Connecticut’s Governor, as unofficial results of the Democratic primary show him defeating State Rep Josh Elliott (D) by a more than two-to-one margin. In New Britain, unofficial results show Lamont winning by 1,557 votes to […]
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.
MLK Honored With Call to Support Education
Dr. Nicole Sanders, delivered a call to support education at the ceremonies held in honor of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
“Spark the Park” Clean-Up Held in Willow Street Park
The North-Oak NRZ teamed up with EbLens for a “Spark the Park” springtime neighborhood clean up at the Willow Street Park.
Final Performance of HITW “Film Noir” Macbeth
The final performance in the Hole in the Wall Theater‘s presentation of a “film noir” interpretation of William Shakespeare’s Macbeth is Saturday evening. The Theater has said that, Keeping most of the original dialogue, we set the stage in the gritty, black-and-white, world of film noir as we follow Macbeth, prophesied by three witches to […]
Stewart to Submit Budget to Council April 10th
Republican Mayor Erin Stewart is to officially submit her city budget for upcoming year at a special meeting of the City Council to be held on April 10th.
TRIAD to Hold ‘Senior Prom’
New Britain TRIAD’s popular ‘Senior Prom’ event for local seniors is coming up, with the 2019 Prom themed, “Under the Sea.”