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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 […]
DeLandro to Receive 100 Women of Color Honors
Veronica DeLandro, who is District Director for Congresswoman Jahana Hayes (D-5), is to be honored in the Class of 2019 100 Women of Color.
Martin Luther King Corridors Initiative Announced
The Black Ministers Alliance and a coalition of other organizations have announced the creation of a Martin Luther King, Jr. Corridors Initiative.
Rep. Sanchez Makes “Respect” for Early Childhood Educators A Priority As New Chair of Education Committee
Rep. Bobby Sanchez is the new Chair of the Legislature’s Education Committee who brings a strong background in early childhood education to his leadership.
Meetings and Events Jan 21st to 27th
Meetings and events during the week of Jan 21st to Jan 27th include celebration of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the Civil Rights Movement.
Lopes Nominated by Democrats for Senate
State Rep. Rick Lopes (D-24) was nominated by Democrats to run for the State Senate in the upcoming special election at their nominating convention.
Legislators Speak at LWV Forum
The New Britain Area League of Women Voters held its Legislative Breakfast with area state legislators on January 19, 2019. Legislators representing different neighborhoods of New Britain spoke to the public about issues coming up in the state legislative session that just began. Former State Sen. Terry Gerratana (D-6), who was recently appointed as a […]
Council Considers Climate Emergency Declaration
The City Council is considering a resolution to declare a, “climate emergency,” and set a goal of eliminating greenhouse gas emissions in the city by 2030.
Candidates Prepare for Senate Special Election
Candidates and the two parties are getting ready for the upcoming special election to fill the Senate seat that was represented by Sen. Terry Gerratana.
Bees Seek Host Families for 2019 Season
The New Britain Bees has announced that the team is looking for host families in the community for players for the upcoming 2019 baseball season.
Fletcher Family Scholarship Fund Established
The Community Foundation of Greater New Britain has announced the creation of the Walter R. Fletcher, Jr. DMD Family Fund to provide scholarships.
Hayes to Attend New Britain Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration
Congresswoman Jahana Hayes will attend the Martin Luther King City-Wide Celebration hosted by the Mary McLeod Bethune Club and the Black Ministers Alliance.
Meetings and Events Jan 14th to 20th
City meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, January 14, 2019 to Sunday, January 20th.
School District to Hold Family Forum
The Consolidated School District of New Britain has announced its upcoming monthly Family/Community Forum for January, and encourages families to attend. The January, 2019 CSDNB Family/Community Forum will be Monday, January 14th. It will be held in the School Commons at Lincoln Elementary School at 145 Steele Street. “At this month’s forum,” says the school […]
Smithsonian Official to Give Civil Rights Lecture
Beverly Morgan-Welch of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture will speak at the CCSU Civil Rights Lecture Series.
Story Telling and Animals at Youth Museum
Children can meet animals and hear story telling each week at the New Britain Youth Museum’s “Meet, Greet, Read and Create” series.
Lamont and New Britain Legislators Sworn-In
While New Britain legislators began a new two-year term of office, Gov. Ned Lamont (D-CT) and Lieutenant Governor Susan Bysiewicz (D-CT) were sworn-in.
Rep. Lopes Announces Run for Senate
Democratic State Rep. Rick Lopes (D-24) has announced his candidacy to succeed Sen. Terry Gerratana (D-6) in the State Senate.
Sen. Gerratana Appointed to Lamont Administration
State Senator Terry Gerratana (D-6) has accepted a senior position in the administration of incoming Gov. Ned Lamont (D-CT), working on health care policy.
NBYT Announces Auditions for Charlotte’s Web
No Boundaries Youth Theater (NBYT) has announced that it will be holding auditions for young actors for its production of Charlotte’s Web.
Meetings and Events Jan 7th to 13th
City meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, January 7, 2019 to Sunday, January 13th include: