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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 […]
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 […]
In New Britain, community meetings and events from today to Sunday, February 2, 2025 include
Vision Zero Task Force Sets Goals To Reduce Traffic Fatalities
Safety Plan Can Lead To Federal Implementation Grants By John McNamara NEW BRITAIN – The Common Council approved a resolution on December 11th setting long-range goals to “reduce fatal and serious injury crashes by 50% by 2035 and to reach ‘Vision Zero’ by 2045.” A Vision Zero Task Force, announced by Mayor Stewart last May, […]
Queen Ann Nzinga Center Hosting Kwanzaa Celebration
By Candyce Scott, The Queen Ann Nzinga Center is hosting a Kwanzaa Celebration with, “live music, performances, vendors and more.” As Alderwoman, I have focused my work on building a community of inclusion, collaborations and shining a light on all the citizens of New Britain. I do this by inquiring about cultures, some I am […]
Council Approves a Series of Zoning Changes, Refers One Item Back to Committee
The City Council approved a series of zoning ordinance changes and changes to the city’s zoning ordinance at its meeting on Wednesday. One change was to the zoning of some areas, along Burritt Street, to A-2 (multifamily, moderate density), rather than A-1 (multifamily, low density), and T, (single, two, and three-family dwelling), zones. Another change […]
CCSU names new O’Neill Chair in Public Policy and Practical Politics
CCSU announced Dec 4, 2024 Gabe Rosenberg, a distinguished state government official, has been appointed chief of staff and general counsel at the Office of the Connecticut Secretary of the State, as the next Governor William A. O’Neill Endowed Chair in Public Policy and Practical Politics. His appointment follows a national search by the Connecticut […]
A Call for Action on Drainage Improvements Amid Yet More Rain
To: All New Britain Alderpersons and City Officials I will not be able to attend this evening’s city council meeting because I will be on flood watch mitigating any possible flood water damage with our pumps, quick dams, generators, etc. It’s a formidable experience waiting-hoping-praying for the rain and the surging flood water to stop, […]
New Britain Public Library to Host Presentation, “Beers Around the World”
The New Britain Public Library is to hosting a presentation, “Beers Around the World”, saying, Join Advanced Cicerone, author, cartoonist, and international beer judge Em Sauter for a fully illustrated guide to the world of beer from its long history to myriad styles and more! We’ll travel throughout the world to see how different world […]
Community Events and Meetings in New Britain from Dec 9th to 15th
In New Britain, community meetings and events from today to Sunday, December 15, 2024 include,
7th Annual New Britain Wreaths Across America to be Held
Organizers of the New Britain Wreaths Across America have announced that they are planning the Following a public ceremony Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 11:00am, organizers say, more than 1,400 wreaths honoring those who served and those we’ve lost upon the gravesites of Veterans interred in the Veterans’ Sections of Fairview. In previous years, it […]
New Britain Area Interfaith Conference Organizing “Candlelight Vigil in a World Darkened by Violence”
The New Britain Area Interfaith Conference is organizing a “Candlelight Vigil in a World Darkened by Violence” Organizers say that, It is a service of prayer for those affected by violence, those driven to violence, and those responding to violence. Prayers, brief remarks and music will be followed by a procession outdoors for candle lighting […]
Resident Shares Letter to Gov Lamont on Allen St Drainage Improvements Project
To: Governor Lamont, Chief of Staff Brokman, Mayor Stewart, Chief of Staff Dorsey, State Legislators, Flooding Victims, City and State Officials We have sent this letter to Governor Lamont pleading for his help with the funding for the Allen St. Project Phase 2. To date we have not received a response. It is now crunch […]
Parks and Recreation to Host Breakfast with Santa
New Britain Parks and Recreation is planning its annual Breakfast with Santa event. “Santa will be making a special stop to the New Britain Senior Center,” Parks and Recreation says. “He’ll bring a pancake breakfast, fun Christmas themed activities, Christmas music, selfies with Santa, and more!” “Pre-registration is required,” adds Parks and Recreation says, “all […]
“Justice for Katherine” Protesters Interrupt Stewart at Christmas Tree Lighting
With signs harshly criticizing Mayor Erin Stewart (R), “Justice for Katherine” protestors interrupted Stewart at the city’s official Christmas tree lighting Tuesday evening. The Justice for Katherine campaign has included a series of protests and advocacy since New Britain Police officer Connor Reinsch struck and killed Katherine Colon with the police car he was driving, […]
New Britain Public Library to Host Presentation,”Aging in Place: How To Remain in Your Home”
The New Britain Public Library is to hosting a presentation, “Aging in Place: How To Remain in Your Home”, saying, Join us for a presentation by law firm Czepiga Daly Pope & Perri about care options for yourself or your loved ones.This program will help you better understand how to avoid putting your-hard earned assets […]
Mayor Erin Stewart Pandemic Record – a tale of failed leadership
The Coronavirus pandemic created great challenges to leadership around the world.In order to best meet this crisis local, state, and federal governments all needed to contribute their share to minimize fatalities and reduce the spread of COVID-19. Local towns and cities played a key role during the pandemic. Mayors had the power to set and […]
Community Events and Meetings in New Britain from Dec 2nd to 8th
In New Britain, community meetings and events from today to Sunday, December 8, 2024 include,
The Allen St. Storm-Sewer System Problem-Project
To: Allen St. Basin Flooding Victims and City of New Britain Officials… Elected and Appointed
American Red Cross Blood Drive to be at New Britain Public Library
The New Britain Public Library is to host an American Red Cross Blood Drive. Join us for a blood drive at the New Britain Public Library! Sign up online at redcross.org or give us a call to register. You can also go to www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/find-drive and enter 06051 to find our blood drive! The event is […]
Can we change ?
Hello New Britain Progressive readers. My name is Carlos Ayala and this is going to be the first article of a series of articles and podcasts called; Can we change? So the first topic is: Can we change the bias and stigma associated with mental health in our community? Stigma and mental health bias can […]
Community Thanksgiving Dinner Planned for Those in Need
A Community Thanksgiving Dinner for those in need is being planned by the Black Ministerial Alliance, the city Police and Fire departments and staff and students at EC Goodwin Technical High School. The event has become an annual tradition for Thanksgiving. Organizers invite people to share in, “Sit down meals served by community volunteers.” “For […]
Insight of New England Counseling Hosting Native American Heritage Month Activity Day
A Native American Heritage Month Activity Day is planned by Insight of New England Counseling, Candyce Scott, MA. LPC of Insight has announced. Light refreshments are to be served and, Scott adds, the event is to include the making of dream catchers and edible teepees. The event is to be Friday, November 22, 2024 at […]