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News briefs for week ending February 14, 2026 By NB Politicus Council fills Ward 3 vacancy Democrat Alberto Borrero, a Concord Street homeowner, is the new Alderman from Ward 3 on the New Britain Council succeeding State Rep. Iris Sanchez (D-25) who was elected to the state House of Representatives in a January 6 special election. The Common […]
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The CT People’s Survival Programs (CT-PSP) and the Muslim Justice Center have announced an event, “Black History Iftar & Discussion: From Prison to Power: Black Muslim Resistance.” An Iftar, organizers note, “is the evening meal during the month of Ramadan, when Muslims break their daily fast at sunset. Beyond nourishment, iftar is a sacred time […]
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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 […]
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The New Britain City Council has scheduled a special meeting and hearing to determine whether Ald Robert Smedley should be disciplined or removed from office following a series of online comments that the charges against him said appeared defamatory, dangerous, profane and “disgraceful”. This formal proceeding follows the Council’s approval of Resolution No. 37071 in […]
The New Britain Symphony Orchestra says that it, “ushers in spring in this, its 76th year,” announcing that it is presenting “A Time for Peace” symphony concert. The Orchestra says that, Under the baton of Maestro Toshi Shimada, the NBSO welcomes the Farmington Valley Chorale, directed by Ellen Gilson Voth. The program includes Ralph Vaughan […]
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2017 Dożynki to be Held August 26th and 27th
The Polish American Council of Greater New Britain Charities, Inc. has announced that New Britain’s 2017 Dożynki festival will be held on August 26th and 27th. Dożynki is the traditional Polish harvest celebration, giving thanks for a bountiful harvest. This year, New Britain will be celebrating the 37th Dożynki festival. The festival begins with the celebration of […]
Diaspora Multicultural Society to Hold Eid al-Fitr Family-Style Celebration June 30th
Diaspora Multicultural Society will hold an Eid al-Fitr Family-Style Celebration on Friday, June 30th at 6:00pm. Eid al-Fitr is the Islamic holiday, called the “feast of breaking of the fast”, celebrated at the end of the holy month of Ramadan. The event will be at the Diaspora Multicultural Society, located at 90 John Street. The Diaspora […]
Ramadan Ends and Eid al-Fitr Celebration Begins
The Islamic holy month of Ramadan, which began on May 26th, ends today, June 24th, and this evening is the beginning of the three day celebration Eid al-Fitr, the “feast of breaking of the fast”. During Ramadan Muslims commemorate of the revelation of the Quran to the prophet Muhammad, and its observance is very important […]
Chief Mark Carr Scholarship Basketball Tournament on June 24th
The Mark Carr Scholarship Foundation is inviting the community to come to its Charity Basketball Tournament, tomorrow, June 24th, to watch local fire departments and the New Britain Police “battle it out on the basketball court to see who can win!” All proceeds of the event go to scholarships at New Britain High School and […]
Machinists Endorse Merrill Gay for Mayor
Democratic Mayoral candidate Merrill Gay has received the endorsement of the International Association of Machinist and Aerospace Workers, IAMAW, one of the largest unions in North America. In announcing the union’s support for Merrill Gay being elected as Mayor of New Britain, John Harrity, president of the IAMAW State Council said, “We are proud to […]
Chief Wardwell to Speak at North Oak NRZ Meeting on June 26th
The North Oak NRZ (Neighborhood Revitalization Zone) will hold its monthly meeting on Monday, June 26, 2017. Police Chief James Wardwell will be the guest speaker. The meeting will be held at 7:00pm at the North Oak Police Substation. Issues discussed in the North Oak NRZ include: Problems with buildings and streets Problems with crime activity Problems […]
Football and Basketball Coaching Decisions at NBHS
The New Britain school district has announced two big coaching decisions at New Britain High School, with Tebucky Jones re-appointed as the Head Football Coach and Kurt Reis being introduced as the Head Coach of the New Britain High School Boys Basketball Team. Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Nancy Sarra, Athletic Director Len Corto and NBHS […]
NAACP Youth Council to Hold Open House on June 29th
The New Britain Branch NAACP Harriett Tubman Youth Council is holding an Open House on Thursday, June 29th, from 6:00pm to 8:00pm. At the evening of fun and education, young people are invited to enjoy food, make new friends and win prizes. The Open House to to allow young people to learn reasons why they […]
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Puerto Rican Festival to be September 9th.
New Britain’s 2017 Puerto Rican Festival is planned for September 9th this year. New Britain’s Puerto Rican Festival is a long standing tradition in the community. Held on High Street, the Festival places the Puerto Rican Society of New Britain at the center of community life in the city. The Festival is a time when […]
Democrats to Nominate Candidates for City Elections on July 20th
With Republicans likely to re-nominate incumbent Republican Mayor Erin Stewart, Democrats have announced that the day that they will nominate a candidate for Mayor and other offices will be July 20th. While the Democratic Town Committee does not make its official endorsement until July, it widely believed that Board of Education member Merrill Gay will […]
Men’s Weekend at Bethesda Apostolic Church
Bethesda Apostolic Church‘s Men’s Ministry is hosting a Men’s Weekend June 23rd to June 25th. Bishop Clifton Jones of Philadelphia, Mississippi will be the Guest Preacher. Events for the weekend include: Evangelistic Service on Friday, June 23rd at 7:30pm Men’s Brunch on Saturday, June 24th 11:00am to 1:00pm Men’s Day Services on Sunday, June 25th […]
NBHS Class of 2017 Graduates
Wet weather could not contain the spirit of celebration as local dignitaries, school administrators and teachers joined over 500 graduating seniors and their families to celebrate the graduation of the Class of 2017 from New Britain High School. “Starting from my days at Pulaski Middle School and in my 18 years in the New Britain School […]
Jr Canes to Host 3rd Annual Tebucky Jones Youth Football Camp
The New Britain Jr Canes will host its Third Annual Tebucky Jones Youth Football Camp on June 24th. The camp, a program of New Britain Hurricanes Youth Football & Cheerleading, will the Saturday June 24th, from 9:00am to 1:00pm at Chesley Park. Registration begins at 8:30am. The camp is fee and open to all kinds […]
Lisa Torres Named as Principal of Lincoln School
Lisa Torres will be the new principal of Lincoln Elementary School. Torres, the Assistant Principal at DiLoreto Elementary & Middle School for the past four years, was appointed to the top post at Lincoln by the Board of Education on June 14th. “I am both humbled and honored to have the opportunity to serve the students, […]
Congress Members Bring Support at Merrill Gay Event
The 2017 mayoral campaign truly heated up, with temperatures reaching into the nineties, as members of Congress, numerous other state and local dignitaries and dozens of city residents turned out in support of Merrill Gay’s candidacy for Mayor. The event was held at the home of State Representative Peter Tercyak (D-26).
Official City Website Links to Stewart Campaign Materials
The official, taxpayer funded city website prominently directs people to an Erin Stewart social media site containing Stewart campaign videos and a link to Stewart’s campaign website. The first option available when visiting the city’s official website is the “How do I” link. It is an important website location, where people may obtain, for example, […]
City Pools to Open June 17th for Summer of 2017
With the warm weather finally arriving and the school year coming to a close, city pools are about to open for the 2017 summer season. Willow Brook Park Pool and A.W. Stanley Park Pool will open Saturday, June 17th at 1:00pm. Pools are open for a day swim sessions from 1:00pm to 4:45pm. During the day […]
Fathers’ United Program Holds Benefit Dinner
The Human Resources Agency’s Fathers’ United Program held a fundraising dinner and comedy show on June 8th at the Puerto Rican Society hall on High Street. Participants and supporters were recognized at the event that featured an appearance by Miss New Britain, Sylvana Maria Gonzalez, who will compete to Miss Connecticut this summer. Isabelita Cancel, […]
School District’s “Buzzin’ Bistro” to Serve Students this Summer
The New Britain school district has a new food delivery truck for its summer meal program for New Britain students. Called the “Buzzin’ Bistro”, the truck has a storied history. It was used to serve the first responders following the World Trade Center attack on September 11, 2001. It was used to provide meals to rescue […]
Bee Presentation at Hungerford Park
There will be a Bee Presentation at the New Britain Youth Museum at Hungerford Park on Saturday, June 10th at 11:00am. The presentation will be by Holly Gagnon, Hungerford’s Education Director and a local beekeeper. A short video, made by Holmes and Smith School students, will be shown. The event is free. Hungerford Park is […]