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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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Early Voting Starts Monday, 10/19, at Senior Center, CCSU by John McNamara- http://nbpoliticus.com NEW BRITAIN…
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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 […]
Flooding Series
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By John McNamara Saturday, March 7th was one of those days when New Britain lived…
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Early Voting Starts Monday, 10/19, at Senior Center, CCSU by John McNamara- http://nbpoliticus.com NEW BRITAIN _ A “No Kings” rally to “Get Out the Vote” for the November 3rd midterm election will be held at New Britain’s Central Park on Saturday, October 17. from 1 to 3 p.m. two days before the early voting period […]
The Art League of New Britain invites the community to, “Join us for the Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting ceremony for our 3rd Gallery within our Art League building. We are honored to be opening the PAUL BAYLOCK GALLERY.” The event is to be on November 7, 2026 from 2 to 4pm. The Art League […]
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 […]
Memorial to be Held for Martin Luther King
The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his work for Civil Rights and justice is to be honored in New Britain’s annual memorial ceremonies.
State Bill Would Allow City to Make Voting Age 16
If a bill under consideration at the State Capitol is approved, the city would be authorized to lower the voting age in local elections to sixteen.
“Paint Night” at Hungerford Park
The New Britain Youth Museum at Hungerford Park is holding “Paint Night” event, where guests participate in creating art.
“Der Kaiser von Atlantis” to Be Performed by Virtuosi Orchestra and Lyric Opera
The opera “Der Kaiser von Atlantis” is to be performed in New Britain by Connecticut Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra and the Connecticut Lyric Opera.
Meetings and Events Mar 25th to Mar 31st
City meetings and community events coming up in New Britain during the week of Monday, March 25, 2019 to Sunday, March 31st.
“Bent But Not Broken” Presented by Ruby’s Realm
Ruby’s Realm Production is presenting “Bent But Not Broken,” a stage play about money turning out to not be the answer for a wealthy family.
Democrats Oppose $13M City Hall Budget Increase
City Council Democrats have proposed a resolution opposing a $13 million budget increase proposed by Republican Mayor Erin Stewart’s city Finance Board.
Chute Nominated Chief of Police
A resolution confirming the nomination of Acting Police Chief of Police Christopher Chute for the permanent position of Chief is before the City Council.
“Spark the Park” North-Oak Clean-Up
Continuing its active community organizing, the North-Oak NRZ is teaming up with EbLens for a “Spark the Park” springtime neighborhood clean up in April.
History Was Made and Continues at CCSU
Article by Rev. Brian K. Riley March 20, 2019 This evening at Central Connecticut State University, the naming ceremony of the Social Science Building took place. The building was named after Ebenezer D. Bassett. Mr. Bassett is an Alumnus, Distinguished Scholar, Civil Rights Leader, Humanitarian and Diplomat. He was the first African American to attend […]
Apparent Attempts to Censor the Progressive
Another attempt of dubious merit has been made to have content published on the New Britain Progressive disappear from the online world.
Meetings and Events Mar 18th to Mar 24th
City meetings and community events coming up during the week of Mon, Mar 18, 2019 to Sun, Mar 24th includes the dedication of Ebenezer Bassett Hall.
North-Oak NRZ to Hold March Meeting
The North-Oak Neighborhood Revitalization Zone (NRZ) has announced that it will hold its regular monthly meeting on March 28th.
NBHS Boys Basketball 2nd Place – Waterford Wins Final 63-56
The New Britain High School Boys basketball team are the second place Division II team in the state after first ranked Waterford won the Championship Game.
“In the Heights” Presented by NBHS
An all NBHS student cast will perform the award-winning musical “In the Heights,” which, NBHS says, “brings a slice of New York City to our stage.”
Blogoslawski Apparently Charged With DUI
Republican City Tax Collector Cheryl Blogoslawski appears to have been arrested by police for driving under the influence in Southington. The police blotter reported on March 15, 2019 by the Southington Observer noted that, “Cheryl Blogoslawski, 54, of 34 Edbert Dr., New Britain, was charged with driving under the influence.” The alleged incident occurred on […]
“Moon Over Buffalo” Opening at Connecticut Theater Company
The Connecticut Theater Company will open its production of Ken Ludwig’s comic play “Moon Over Buffalo,” about a actor-couple trying to return to stardom.
State of the City
While Republican Mayor Erin Stewart reports on the state of the city in her sixth year in office, key data still shows New Britain being behind.
Wilton Students Accused of Racist Chant at NBHS Player
Wilton High School students are accused of hurtling a racist chant at an African American NBHS player at a recent basketball playoff game.
CCSU’s Ebenezer Bassett Hall to Be Dedicated
CCSU has announced the dedication ceremony of the Ebenezer Don Carlos Bassett Social Sciences Hall, in honor of University’s most accomplished graduate.