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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 […]
HITW Holding “Holiday Showcase”
The Hole in the Wall Theater is celebrating the the season with its “Holiday Showcase,” with, “songs, skits, readings, etc.,” this weekend.
Mr. Alton Brooks Raises Concerns About Diminished Human Rights and Opportunities Office
Mr. Alton Brooks spoke to City Council, expressing concerns about the diminished role and facilities of the city’s Human Rights and Opportunities office.
CCSU Love Wins Community Drive
There will be a Love Wins Community Drive at CCSU, today, December 14th, to accept donations to benefit families in New Britain and the Hartford area.
Council Votes Down Raises for Mayor, Other Top Officials
The City Council has voted down a resolution to potentially increase the salary for the mayor and other top city elected and appointed officials.
Our Revolution to Host Legislative Panel
The Central Connecticut Chapter of Our Revolution has announced that it inviting the public to attend a legislative panel discussion.
Council Debates Increasing Salary of Mayor, Other Officials
The City Council will consider whether to increase the salary of the mayor and other officials at its upcoming meeting, with the outcome still undecided.
Meetings and Events Dec 10th to Dec 16th
City meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, December 10, 2018 to Sunday, December 16th include the last week of the Connecticut Theatre Company’s presentation of Little Women.
NBYT Velveteen Rabbit Final Show
The final of three performances of the No Boundaries Youth Theater (NBYT) production of The Velveteen Rabbit will take place today.
Report on Free Wi-Fi Sent to Council
The City Council has received a report in response to a petition from Ald. Aram Ayalon (D-3) on free Wi-Fi for low income neighborhoods in the city.
2019 Martin Luther King Jr. Celebrations Announced
New Britain will celebrate the life and work of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and continuing work of the civil rights movement on MLK Day in 2019.
$10,000 Autism Services Grant Awarded
The Community Foundation of Greater New Britain has announced that it has awarded $10,000 to CCARC to provide services to families with adolescents or young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
Democrats Blast Stewart Over Violation
Democratic Chair Bill Shortell issued a scathing statement in response to Republican Mayor Erin Stewart being found in violation of election law.
Access Health Open Enrollment In New Britain
Access Health CT has announced that open enrollment for the health coverage it offers is available in New Britain during its current open enrollment period.
Meetings and Events Dec 3rd to Dec 9th
City meetings and community events in New Britain during the week of Monday, Dec 3rd to Sunday, Dec 9th include a health enrollment fair by AccessHealthCT.
NBHS’s Danniel Rivera Signs Baseball Scholarship
A New Britain High School senior, Danniel Rivera, has signed a scholarship package to play college baseball for Southern New Hampshire University.
Stewart Penalized For Using Taxpayer Mailing To Boost Her 2017 Reelection Campaign
Mayor Erin Stewart violated state campaign law according to a ruling by the State Elections Enforcement Commission (SEEC).
Ecumenical Remembrance Service Planned
There will be an Ecumenical Remembrance Service held in December to, “pause to remember those who are no longer physically among us.”
“Little Women” at Repertory Theatre
The New Britain-based Connecticut Theatre Company is presenting a musical production of Little Women. The play is a based on the renown novel by Louisa May Alcott. Little Women opens at the Repertory Theatre of New Britain on Friday, November 30, 2018. The Connecticut Theatre Company says, Based on Louisa May Alcott’s life, Little Women follows the adventures of […]
North-Oak NRZ November Meeting
The North-Oak NRZ will hold its monthly meeting for November this week. The November meeting will be on Thursday, November 29, 2018. The meeting will begin at 7:00pm. The North Oak Neighborhood Revitalization Zone (NRZ) is a community organization, formed under state law, that is committed to the social and economic progress in the North-Oak […]
East Side “Eat and Greet”
The East Side Community Center and its partners are hosting an “East Side Public Safety Eat and Greet” at Paradise Pizza.