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By John McNamara Saturday, March 7th was one of those days when New Britain lived…
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By Candyce Scott Something special is brewing! 💛 Join us on November 4th, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM, as we celebrate the opening of Candy Scott -Gorgy & Luis Malave Jr. Write To Rise Book Cafe with a ribbon-cutting ceremony! Thank you honorable Mayor Bobby Sanchez for your continued commitment to keep empowering educational […]
By South Church Mad Agnes is coming to South Church to perform on Sunday, November 8 at 1:00 p.m. Who is Mad Agnes? It is a genre-bending trio of seasoned and talented musicians—Margo Hennebach, Adrienne Jones, and Mark Saunders—whose intricate harmonies, compelling songwriting and passionate delivery have established their fan base on two continents. In […]
By the NAACP New Britain Branch, The New Britain Branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) hereby issues its official notice to all members and the public regarding the upcoming 2027 biennial election of branch officers and executive committee members. In accordance with the Constitution and By-Laws for Units of […]
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Democrats won in New Britain in every election contested this year, as part of what…
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The Art League of New Britain (ALNB), located at 30 Cedar Street in New Britain,…
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Urban Farming: Ordinance Will Allow Reuse of Industrial and Retail Space for Indoor Growing By…
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By Joseph Wasserman We need to thank Representatives Hayes, Larson and DeLauro for their decision…
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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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Democrats won in New Britain in every election contested this year, as part of what appears to be a nationwide wave of support for Democrats. In the race for Governor and Lt Governor, the Democrats, Gov Ned Lamont (D – incumbent) and Lt Gov Susan Bysiewicz (D – incumbent) received more votes, 9,811 to 4,637 […]
The Art League of New Britain (ALNB), located at 30 Cedar Street in New Britain, CT, has announced a robust lineup of upcoming exhibitions stretching into the spring of 2027. Local creators have three distinct opportunities to showcase their talent over the coming months. Small Works ShowThe winter season kicks off with the ALNB Small […]
The Hungerford Nature Center & Museum is hosting a Natural Dyes Workshop. “Come join us for our ‘Natural Dyes’ workshop!,” event organizers say, “On Sunday November 15th, from 1-3:30 pm, we are hosting this creative event featuring an exploration of our dye garden, where we will learn about the process and do some hands on […]
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:
Top 10 of 2018: #1 – Stewart Watershed Mining Plan Defeated, Again
Republican Mayor Erin Stewart’s proposal to allow the strip mining of New Britain’s protecting drinking watershed land was defeated.
Top 10 of 2018: #2 – Hayes Makes History
History was made in the 2018 election as Democrat Jahana Hayes became the first African-American Democrat to represent Connecticut in Congress.
LWV Legislative Breakfast Announced
The New Britain Area League of Women Voters has announced that it is holding its Legislative Breakfast with area state legislators in January.
Sanchez Named Chair of Education Committee
State Representative Bobby Sanchez (D-25) has been named as the Chair of the state House of Representatives’ Education Committee.