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According to the Hartford Courant and confirmed by other press sources, State Police are investigating…
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By John McNamara Renovations and expansion of the Stanley H. Holmes Elementary School on Stanley Street will…
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By the New Britain Racial Justice Coalition, The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition (NBRJC) is…
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By Rhona Cohen and Olive O’Brien-Cohen Steven “Stevie” Jones, 55 years old, died on March…
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by John McNamara Sponsors and attendees at the New Britain Public Library’s (NBPL) 10th Annual Fundraiser on…
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 […]
The Arts
The Central Connecticut State University’s Theatre Department is presenting “In Pieces”, which it says is, “a bold, contemporary new musical featuring a pop-driven score that dives into echoes of love, loss, and self-discovery by weaving the romantic journeys of six characters across three-chapters of life.” The play is April 30th, May 1st and 2nd at […]
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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By John McNamara Renovations and expansion of the Stanley H. Holmes Elementary School on Stanley Street will be completed in the coming weeks. Members of the School Building Committee toured the K-5 school on April 22 with Kamil Musical , Newfield Construction’s project manager, and School District staff members. The Holmes School was built in 1956 and is undergoing […]
According to the Hartford Courant and confirmed by other press sources, State Police are investigating after a scathing report was issued by the firm hired to investigate allegations of misconduct in the City Revenue Collector’s Office. That report said that, “The evidence indicates that Ms. [Cheryl] Blogoslawski improperly backdated tax payments for her own personal […]
Op-Ed – Response to Ayalon’s Commentary on Infrastructure Proposal
To Our Neighbor’s in Ward 4, The federal grants (PROTECT and FEMA) have been in the pipeline for years, they have not been funded. The Allen St. and Overlook-McKinley projects have been ignored and neglected for 30 years including 10 years on the current mayor’s watch. City and state bonding initiatives are required immediately to […]
Not Just Us Holding “End Hate Across the State” Event – Postponed
Editor’s note (6/29/2024): Event organizers have announced that the event is being postponed until July 28, 2024. The organization Not Just Us is hosting “End Hate Across the State” event in New Britain, saying that, “By joining together we have more of a voice to ensure youths of diversity can go from the school to […]
Community Events and Meetings in New Britain, June 17th to 23rd
In New Britain, community meetings and events from today to Sunday, June 23, 2024 include
Juneteenth Celebrations Begin in New Britain
The celebration of Juneteenth in New Britain began on Saturday with the New Britain Museum of American Art’s 23rd Annual Juneteenth ”Access for All Community Day.” The event at the Museum is the first in the 2024 “Passport to Freedom” celebration in the city. Alongside numerous other community events, such as at the New Britain […]
Op-Ed – Infrastructure Investment – A Real Proposal or a Campaign Gimmick
By Aram Aylon, In a June 12, 2024, article on the New Britain Progressive my opponent for District 26 state representative is cited as proposing a $200 million investment in municipal infrastructure to address sewer and flooding issues funded by recent state budget surpluses. New Britain has suffered from flooding in certain areas in the […]
HRA Celebrates 60 Years Of Community Action
By John McNamara The Human Resources Agency of New Britain (HRA) marked its anniversary at a “60 Years of Success” awards dinner held at Farmington Gardens on Thursday June 13th honoring individuals and partner organizations for their contributions to an organization born in the 1960s at the start of “the War on Poverty” and President […]
North-Oak NRZ to Meet
North-Oak NRZ President Manny Sandoval has announced that, NORTH OAK RESIDENTS, BUSINESSES, and HOME OWNERS, ITS NRZ Meeting time again. COME ONE COME ALL to the New Britain House of Pizza on June 19th at 630pm. Everyone Please COME participate as we discuss future leadership and ACTIVITIES. SEE YOU THERE or be SQUARE.
First Church Hosting July Concert Series
First Church of Christ Congregational is hosting its 2024 July Concert Series. The Church says that its concerts are to include a concert in the Church at 6:30pm, followed by a carillon performance at 7:00pm. July 26:30, BACH to B-A-C-H. J.S. Bach Prelude and Fugue in E flat major and Reger Fantasy on B-A-C-HEugenia Sullivan, […]
DeFronzo Proposes “Historic Investment in Municipal Infrastructure Improvements”
State Representative candidate Dave DeFronzo announced that he is calling, “for a $200 million state investment in aging, unsafe and inefficient municipal infrastructure systems across the state,” with his campaign noting, “long delayed sewer improvement projects have led to regularly recurring flood conditions in a residential neighborhood creating public health dangers and property damage.” “With […]
Ayalon Qualifies For Primary For State Representative
Former City Council and Board of Education member, Ald. Aram Ayalon (D-3) has qualified for an August 13th Democratic primary, challenging for the nomination for State Representative in the 26th Assembly District. Former Mayor and Democratic Registrar of Voters Lucian Pawlak confirmed that Ayalon received enough petition signatures to qualify to run today. Ayalon is […]
CCSU Planetarium Presenting Show on Climate Change
The CCSU Copernican Planetarium and Observatory is presenting a show on Climate Change. The CCSU Planetarium says, The Earth is warming – but don’t throw away your winter coat! What types of climate change has the Earth experienced in the past? What is ahead for our planet’s future? Let’s explore the astronomical connections to climate […]
“Celebrate Juneteenth Movie Days” Featuring “Buffalo Soldiers: Fighting on Two Fronts” Hosted by the New Britain Public Library
The New Britain Public Library is hosting a, “Celebrate Juneteenth Movie Days” with Kanopy, featuring, “Buffalo Soldiers: Fighting on Two Fronts.” “This film explores the often-contradictory role played by the Buffalo Soldiers throughout American history, with particular emphasis on the settling of the American West,” the Library says. The event is to be June 17, […]
Caribbean Heritage Month Celebrated With Flag Raising
By Jessica Angelo-Julien, MBA, JP A handful of Caribbean nationals gathered in Central Park to support the sixth annual flag raising in the City of New Britain. The air was filled with steal pan music reminiscent of disembarkation of an island cruise or on the beach on an exotic island. A moco jumbie, a traditional […]
Allen St. Problem-Project #2 Oak St. to Beacon St: Flooding Updates Our 19th Presentation to City Officials. June 12, 2024
To: All Past and Present City Officials and All Current Department DirectorsAll Long Suffering Flood Victims; Taxpayers, Property Owners and Residents This updated record is being shared regarding the status of our neighborhoods’ storm-sewer systems and the Federal-State-City responses. Our concerns must be given the highest priority. Our quality of life is suffering and our […]
Tens of Thousands Visit 2024 Little Poland Festival
The Little Poland Festival again drew tens of thousands of people to New Britain to celebrate Polish culture, music and food. Morning rain did nothing to dampen the excitement for the massively popular event in New Britain’s vibrant Little Poland neighborhood. Under sun and blue skies in the afternoon, tens of thousands of people filled […]
Community Events and Meetings in New Britain, June 10th to 16th
In New Britain, community meetings and events from today to Sunday, June 16, 2024 include,
Mayor’s Mill Rate Increase Will Hike Taxes An Average Of $204 On Single Family Homes
Republicans Falsely Claim A $44 Increase After Double Digit Increases This Year; State Stabilization Funds Add $10 Million To City Revenue For Fiscal Year 2025 By John McNamara The dust is settling on the making of the 2024-2025 municipal budget for the Stewart Administration and the closely-divided Common Council of eight Democrats and seven Republicans. […]
Council Members Chastise City Hall Over Unimplemented $4 Million Allocation for Flooding Improvements
Members of the New Britain City Council chastised city officials over an unimplemented $4 million budget allocation for Allen Street flood control project, calling the actions of the Mayor Erin Stewart (R) and allies an election year trick to placate vocal community members calling for action to address neighborhood flooding. Last September, a month before […]
League of Women Voters to Hold Annual Meeting
The New Britain Area League of Women Voters has announced its 51st Annual Meeting. “Whether you’re a member already or just wondering what the New Britain LWV does,” the League says. “Join us for pizza with a group of people who want to make a difference!” The event is Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at 6:00pm […]
“Music and History of the 1970s” by CCSU Scholars for Life
CCSU Scholars for Life is hosting an event on, “Music and History of the 1970s”. Scholars for Life says, Music and History of the 1970s: During this session we will discuss major musicians, artists and musical trends of the 1970s. We will focus on how music of this decade was very different from music of […]