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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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Editor’s note (10/16/2026): The date of the tournament was changed to October 31st, the date…
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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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Early Voting Starts Monday, 10/19, at Senior Center, CCSU by John McNamara- http://nbpoliticus.com NEW BRITAIN…
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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 […]
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By John McNamara Saturday, March 7th was one of those days when New Britain lived…
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Editor’s note (10/16/2026): The date of the tournament was changed to October 31st, the date “tipoff fundraiser” was changed to October 30th and the tournament is now to be at New Britain High School. The office of Mayor Bobby Sanchez has announced that, “A coalition of volunteers representing educational, recreational, and municipal services in New […]
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 […]
Rebuilding Together Accepting Home Repair Applications
Rebuilding Together New Britain has announced that it is accepting applications for its program, providing no-cost home repair projects to those in need.
Meetings and Events Feb 4th to 10th
City meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, February 4th, 2019 to Sunday, February 10th.
Youth Museum Family Membership Sale
The New Britain Youth Museum has announced a February sale on family museum memberships that provide a number of discounts and benefits.
NAACP and Black Democrats Host Education Town Hall
The NAACP New Britain Branch and the Black Democratic Club of New Britain opened the 2019 Black History Month with a Town Hall Meeting on education in New Britain. About seventy people attended the event, led by Michele Stewart Copes and a panel that included NAACP Education Chair Gerri Brown Springer, schools Superintendent Nancy Sarra, […]
Black History Month Begins in New Britain
As Black History Month 2019 begins on February 1st, organizations are planning events to honor African American history and plan for a better future.
Italian Night at Hungerford Park Youth Museum
The New Britain Youth Museum at Hungerford Park announced its “Italian Night” event, saying, “Join us for pasta, salad, garlic bread, meatballs & dessert.”
Streetscape Public Information Meeting Planned
The city Department of Public Works has announced a public information session on an upcoming phase of the downtown streetscape construction project.
Postponed: School District Hosting Internet Safety Workshops
The Consolidated School District of New Britain has announced that it is hosting separate workshops on internet safety for children and parents on Tuesday.
Meetings and Events Jan 28th to Feb 3rd
City meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, January 28, 2019 to Sunday, February 3rd.
Protest Held in Police Shooting Case
A demonstration was held at the New Britain Police HQ, protesting the Fairfield prosecutor’s decision to clear police officers in a 2017 shooting incident.
Ban on Retail Plastic Bags Proposed
“Paper or plastic?” would no longer be an option for carry-out bags in New Britain retailers under a proposal being considered by the City Council.
NAACP Plans Black History Month Town Hall Meetings
The New Britain Branch of the NAACP has announced that it will be hosting a series of Town Hall meetings for Black History Month in February.
North-Oak NRZ Announces January Meeting
The North-Oak NRZ, the neighborhood organization for the North and Oak Streets area, has announced that its monthly meeting will be will on January 31st.
Lopes Nominated by Working Families Party
State Representative Rick Lopes (D-24) has received the nomination of the Working Families Party for State Senate in the upcoming special election.
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 […]