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Four New Britain City Council have formally stated their opposition to a controversial travel center…
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A Review by Sean Gallagher Located at 260 Main Street in New Britain, Mofongo offers…
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by John McNamara – NBpoliticus.com State Representative Matt Blumenthal on “No Excuse” Absentee Voting: “We Have…
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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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By Neil P. Connors – Batterson Park Conservancy For more than a decade, volunteers, advocates,…
New Britain Racial Justice Coalition
By the New Britain Racial Justice Coalition, The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition (NBRJC) is raising serious concerns about Mayor Bobby Sanchez’s proposed FY27 budget, stating clearly that it reduces overall education funding while failing to meaningfully invest in libraries and community services. Despite public claims of increased support for schools, the full budget shows […]
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…
Flooding Series
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Four New Britain City Council have formally stated their opposition to a controversial travel center and gas-diesel facility proposed on a wetlands parcel near Batterson Pond on Fienemann Road just across the town border in Farmington. In a joint statement submitted during a June 3 public hearing, the Council President, Ald Francisco Santiago (D-5), the […]
A bombshell independent investigation report released today details allegations of a sweeping, multi-year pattern of fiscal misconduct, unauthorized compensation, and potential fraud by and under the administration of former Mayor Erin Stewart (R). The report, compiled by the Crumbie Law Group, alleges that Stewart systematically bypassed city protocols to secure hundreds of thousands of taxpayer […]
A Review by Sean Gallagher Located at 260 Main Street in New Britain, Mofongo offers a vibrant blend of Puerto Rican and mainland American fusion cuisine. Its atmosphere immerses guests in Puerto Rican island culture. The restaurant’s colorful interior, decorated with art and photographs, creates an extremely warm and welcoming environment that gives a preview […]
NAACP Economic Development Committee Multicultural Business Coalition February Meeting to Feature Pastor Dana Smith at New Life ll Ministries
The upcoming NAACP Economic Development Committee Multicultural Business Coalition meeting is to feature New Britain Pastor Dana Smith at New Life ll Ministries. The meeting is to include, “Visioning for Multicultural Businesses & Economic Development in New Britain and “Goal Development and Direction for 2025.” The meeting is Monday, February 17, 2025 from 5:00pm to […]
AG Tong Hosts Lunar New Year Event At Great Taste
Democrats Gather As Attorney General Pushes Back On Trump’s Unconstitutional Actions By John McNamara NEW BRITAIN – Attorney General William Tong (D-CT) kicked off a series of Lunar New Year celebrations at Great Taste Restaurant on January 28th as he and 22 other state Attorneys General challenge the Trump White House on federal fund impoundments, […]
Know Your Rights Presentation for Immigrants Hosted by Literacy Volunteers of Central Connecticut and New Britain Public Library
The Literacy Volunteers of Central Connecticut and New Britain Public Library are hosting a, “Know Your Rights presentation for immigrants and those who support immigrants.” The event is to be Thursday, February 13, 2025, from 5:00pm to 7:00pm in the Library Community Room. The Library says that, The presentation, given by Attorney Jennifer Antognini-O’Neill of […]
New Britain Public Library Hosting American Job Center for Career Resources Sessions
The New Britain Public Library has announced that it is partnering with the American Job Center for Career Resources Sessions. The free sessions are to be on first Tuesday of each month at different times. “We now have new 2025 dates for another five month run to June,” the Library says. Organizers of the events […]
Community Events and Meetings in New Britain from Jan 27th Feb 2nd
In New Britain, community meetings and events from today to Sunday, February 2, 2025 include
Rep DeFronzo Introduces Legislation on Infrastructure and Insurance Cancellations
Rep Dave DeFronzo (D-26) has announced that he has introduced legislation on municipal infrastructure and notices of insurance cancellations. “The bills I put forward reflect the issues people are dealing with in New Britain,” Rep DeFronzo said. “I know there are a lot of proposals out there right now, but I’m hopeful there will be […]
New Britain Racial Justice Coalition Planning January Community Meeting
The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition is planning its January Community Meeting. The Coalition invites people to, “Join us to discuss the city and state budget, conditions in Connecticut prisons and support for unhoused community members.” The meeting is Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 6:30pm on Zoom. The Coalition has a registration website. “All are […]
More Zoning Change Proposals Submitted to Council
Another batch of zoning ordinance and zoning map change proposals has been submitted to the New Britain City Council for consideration. In the past, the Council’s Republican leader, Ald Robert Smedley (R-4) as referred to the long series of zoning ordinances and zoning changes submitted to the Council, over a number of years, as a […]
Annual Winter Fest Planned by New Britain Youth Museum & Hungerford Nature Center
The New Britain Youth Museum & Hungerford Nature Center is planning its annual Winter Fest for 2025. The New Britain Youth Museum & Hungerford Nature Center says, WinterFest is fast approaching ❄️Join us for our 2nd Annual WinterFest on February 8th, 2025! ✨-Warm up by the Bonfire for Storytime 🔥 with some S’mores and Hot […]
Allen St. Drainage Improvements and Reconstruction – Presentation #29 to our New Britain City Officials
To: Allen St. Flooding Victims, Concerned Citizens, City and State Officials, My wife Sharon and I have been campaigning since September of 2023 to correct the infrastructure problems related to the Allen St. Storm-Sewer System in our neighborhood. This system serves 177 acres of developed, congested, residential neighborhoods.
New Britain Public Library Hosting Game Night Social
The New Britain Public Library is to host a “Game Night Social”. The Library says, New to the area and looking to meet new people who like to play board games? Have an established gaming group and are looking for a new spot to play? Join us on the last Wednesday of the month for […]
Martin Luther King and the Economic and Social Bill of Rights
By Tim O’Brien Editor’s note: The following commentary is a republication of an article originally published personally by the author in 2014. This weekend, our nation, state and communities celebrate and remember the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his accomplishments. It is a time when I have always felt inspired by his work, […]
Community Events and Meetings in New Britain from Jan 20th to 26th
In New Britain, community meetings and events from today to Sunday, January 26, 2025 include
City Council Leaders, Legislators To Hold Constituent Meeting January 25th
Common Council leaders from New Britain’s Wards Four and Five will hold a constituent meeting on Saturday, January 25th, with the city’s state legislators to discuss municipal and state issues. The meeting will be held at Spottswood A.M.E. Church, 25 Crestwood Lane from 10 a.m. to noon. Common Council Majority Leader John McNamara (D-4) and […]
20th Anniversary Contest Invites Students and Teachers to Show How They Would Promote Clean Energy and Efficiency
Students and teachers in Connecticut are being invited to, “submit creative energy efficiency solutions,” in the 20th Annual Energize Connecticut℠ eesmarts™ Student Contest, sponsored by Energize Connecticut℠ and its sponsors, Eversource and Avangrid, Inc. subsidiaries United Illuminating, Southern Connecticut Gas and Connecticut Natural Gas. In the contest, sponsors say, Student prompts for Grades K-8 include […]
Allen St. Storm-Sewer Project: City of New Britain Claims Process
To: Allen St. Flooding Victims, Concerned Citizens, City and State OfficialsAs flooding victims participating in the claims process we submit the following:
Rep DeFronzo Appointed to Key Legislative Committees; Community Meeting to be Held with Council Members and Legislators
Newly elected State Rep David DeFronzo (D-26) has announced that he has been appointed to several key legislative committees in his first term. Rep DeFronzo is to serve on the legislature’s budget-writing Appropriations Committee, as well as the Education Committee and the Higher Education and Employment Advancement Committee. “I am honored to be appointed to […]
Ndaba Mandela, Grandson of Nelson Mandela to Speak at CCSU’s Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Symposium & Day of Service
Central Connecticut State University has announced that Ndaba Mandela, grandson of the celebrated human rights activist Nelson Mandela, will speak at the University’s Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Symposium & Day of Service as Keynote Speaker. CCSU says that, “As co-founder and chairman of the Mandela Institute for Humanity, Mandela aims to teach Nelson Mandela’s […]
Queen Ann Nzinga Center Hosting Open House and Celebrating Chinese New Year
The Queen Ann Nzinga Center is hosting an Open House, “to learn about our program for kids ages 5-17.” “Our multicultural program empowers youth through arts and humanities workshops and features music, dance, visual arts, theater, creative writing, traditional crafts & more!” the Center says. The event is to be Saturday, January 25, 2025, from […]