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Rebuttal to Mayor Stewart’s Comments Flooding Concerns In New Britain
1) Mayor Stewart noted; the city has applied for numerous grants and requested funding through our state delegation yearly for the last 10 years and so far, we have not been successful in it being awarded. 2) Mayor Stewart noted; there is no construction budget allocated for the Allen St. Project right now because it […]
Row B Wins Democratic Town Committee Primary Election in New Britain
The Row B slates for Democratic Town Committee in Ward 1 and Ward 3 both won in Tuesday’s primary election for the Democratic Party’s Town Committee. The election had pitted two slates in two of the city’s five wards in what was, at times, a heated contest. The candidates on Row B campaigned on experience […]
New Britain Public Library Hosting Computer Basics Class on GMail
The New Britain Public Library is hosting a Computer Basics Class on GMail. The Library adds, Come check out our new monthly program, Computer Basics! We’re going back to the beginning and building up your knowledge about how to use computers. This lesson is hands-on. It will be about step by step creating a Gmail […]
Rep. Sanchez and Ald. Santiago Hosting “Pizza and Public Service” Event
State Representative Manny Sanchez (D-24) and City Council President Pro-Tempore Francisco Santiago (D-5) are host a “Pizza and Public Service” event. They invite people to, Please join us for an informative meeting on state and local efforts for improving our neighborhoods, economic development and other work being done. We anticipate a great exchange of ideas […]
Ward 3 Resident Supports Candyce Scott for Democratic Town Committee
By Elizabeth Phillips, I’ve known Candyce Scott for nearly three years, and have had the opportunity to work with her on several community events. Ms. Scott is newly elected to the New Britain City Council, however she is no stranger to the many committees, boards, and other organizations involved with the improvement of New Britain. […]
In Dispute with New Britain Mayor Stewart, Sanders Files for Freedom of Information
New Britain business owner and former Republican Council member James Sanders, Jr. has filed a Freedom of Information request from Mayor Erin Stewart (R) and a number of key city hall officials, apparently related to a running dispute over property development in the city’s East Side neighborhood. Sanders, of FAFO Properties and Chamberlain Square LLC, […]
Demonstrators Call for “Justice for Katherine” in Front of the New Britain Police Headquarters
Following state attorney Maureen Platt report issued on February 24, 2024 exonerating New Britain officer Connor Reinsch from any responsibility driving accident where his vehicle struck and killed Katherine Colon on September 21, 2023; Colon’s family, relatives and friends held a rally on Sunday, March 3, 2024 in front of the New Britain police building. […]
Vote Row C Democratic Town Committee Candidate Encourages Votes for ‘Dems for Change’
By Daniel Price A group of Democrats in February 2024 decided to challenge the leadership of the New Britain Democratic Party in voting wards 1 and 3. This occurred as the current leadership was unwilling to negotiate a more representative membership to open the DTC to a wider base of members. We gathered over 400 […]
Community Events and Meetings in New Britain, Mar 4th to 10th
In New Britain, community meetings and events from today to Sunday, March 10, 2024 include,
Pride Month Flag Raising To Be Held In New Britain On June 3rd
New Britain Pride has invited the community to the 2024 New Britain LGBTQ+ Pride flag raising event. The event is to be June 3, 2024 at 9:30am. The event is traditionally held in Central Park. The national civil rights organization, GLAAD has said that, The majority of Pride events are held in June to commemorate the anniversary […]
Democratic Registered Voters to Choose Party Committee Members in Ward 1 and Ward 3 Tuesday
New Britain residents registered to vote as Democrats in Ward 1 and Ward 2 will have their say as to who will represent them on the New Britain Democratic Party’s governing Town Committee in the March 5th primary election this Tuesday. The election is to be held only in Ward 1 and Ward 3, two […]
New Life II and Wildflower Alliance Present Exhibit, “A Call to Action: Black Movement Leaders: Past & Present”
New Britain’s New Life II Ministries, in partnership with Wildflower Alliance from Western Massachusetts, are presenting an exhibit, “Black Movement History Leaders: Past and Present”, at the New Life II’s downtown Recovery Community Center. The organizations held a reception for the exhibit Thursday. In addition to being on view at New Life II, the exhibit […]
Is spending $2.7 million on a Reception Pavilion at Stanley Golf Course Justified?
The February 28 New Britain Common Council meeting has an agenda item requesting the Common Council to approve funding an installation of a reception pavilion in the New Britain-owned golf course for $2,698,000 by Diversity Construction Group LLC of Wallingford, CT. While a reception pavilion at the golf course would provide a location to host […]
New Britain Council to Consider Hire of Consultant for Flow Metering in Flood-Prone Area
The New Britain City Council is set to consider the hire of a consultant to further investigate needed improvements in a critically flood-prone neighborhood. A neighborhood to the southwest of CCSU, including Newbury, Hampton, Allen, Brighton streets and Eton Place and Roxbury Road has frequently experienced severe flooding resulting from inadequate drainage in the area. […]
New Britain Little League Announces Tryouts
The New Britain Little League has announced tryouts for its upcoming season. “Baseball Majors/Minors Division Only,” the Little League says. “All players must be registered prior.” The League says, “Majors Date: 3/11/24 Ages 10-12. Minors Date: 3/12/24 Ages 7-9. Doors Open at 6:15pm,” at the DiLoreto School gym. Registration is available, the League says, at […]
Hole in the Wall to Host Ceilidh 2024
In the run up to St. Patrick’s Day, the Hole in the Wall Theater is hosting its Ceilidh musical event, inviting people to listen, dance and enjoy. The Theater says, Hole in the Wall is thrilled to continue our annual Ceilidh event this year with a night of traditional and modern Celtic music for everyone […]
New Britain Public Library Presenting “The Barbie Movie” in Honor of “National Barbie Day”
The New Britain Public Library is celebrating “National Barbie Day” with a screening of the hit, “The Barbie Movie”. Hey Barbie! Hi Ken! Enjoy a screening of the 2023 Barbie Movie, starring Margot Robbie, America Ferrara, and Ryan Gosling,” the Library says. “No registration required!” The activity is Friday, March 8th, 2024 at 2:30pm.
Thanks to Everyone Celebrating Black History Month in New Britain Throughout February
The New Britain Progressive offers its warmest thanks to everyone in the New Britain community who have been celebrating Black History Month in New Britain. The celebration is important, not just for remembering the central roles African-Americans have played in so much of the history, learning and culture of the United States, but also as […]
Reader Responds to Letter on Town Committee Primary; Supports Lopes/Sanchez Slates
By Sammy Villanueva It is not often that one reads something so inaccurate and disconnected from reality that it requires a clear and direct response. However, Jacob Pudlin’s misguided diatribe in the New Britain Progressive (“‘Did A Slate Of Candidates Forget What They Were Running For?’ Democratic Candidate Asks“, February 9, 2024) requires just such […]
New Britain Symphony Orchestra to Perform at New Britain Museum of American Art Sunday Music Series
The New Britain Symphony Orchestra is to perform at the New Britain Museum of American Art’s Sunday Music Series, presenting Corbin Beisner. The concert is to be March 10, 2024 at 3:00pm at the Museum. The Museum and Orchestra say that, “Members Sit First” at select music programs, including this one! Members, please have your […]