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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 […]
2024 Little Poland Festival Planned For June 9th
The 2024 New Britain Little Poland Festival is planned for June 9th, the Festival’s website announces. “Save the date!” the website announces. “The 2024 Festival is Sunday, June 9.” Festival organizers say, The Polonia Business Association is proud to announce that we will be celebrating the 11th edition of the Little Poland Festival. With leaping […]
Black History Month Featured at New Britain Museum of American Art Studio@4 Through February
“During the month of February,” the Britain Museum of American Art says, “young artists will learn about the lives and artistic processes of Black artists whose artworks are currently on view at the Museum.” “Studio@4 exposes kids ages 9-12 to various art-making processes and techniques,” the Museum says. “Join us on Thursdays from 4-5:30 p.m. […]
New Britain Public Library Hosting “Hidden Figures” Movie Screening
The New Britain Public Library is hosting a screening of the movie, “Hidden Figures.” The Library says, Join us for a screening of Hidden Figures, a film based on the true story about three African- American women working at NASA in the 1960’s who performed the mathematical analysis and calculations that helped launch astronaut John […]
Watershed: New Britain’s 1989 Mayoral Campaign (Part 2)
The Municipal Election That Changed New Britain Politics For A Generation Introduction In 1989, Donald DeFronzo became New Britain’s 34th Mayor ending the late William (Billy Mac) McNamara’s six terms as the city’s top elected official, a modern-day record not matched until last November when Mayor Erin Stewart won a sixth, two-year term. “During the […]
Community Events and Meetings in New Britain, Jan 29th to Feb 4th
In New Britain, community meetings and events from today to Sunday, February 4, 2024 include,
Democrats May Have Primaries for Party Governing Committee in Two Wards
In two of the five wards of the city, Democrats may have primaries for who will serve on the Democratic Party’s governing Town Committee. The potentially contested wards are Ward 1, which includes the West End, Willow Brook and Mount Pleasant neighborhoods, and Ward 3, located in the center of the city. Unlike the city’s […]
CCSU Opens Health Clinic to Public in New Britain
Central Connecticut State University says that its Community Health Education Clinic, “will offer free health screenings to Greater New Britain residents and members of the campus community every Wednesday from 9 a.m. to noon on a walk-in basis.” “Available services include vision screening, hearing screening, blood pressure checks, glucose screening, cholesterol screening, height/weight, nutritional counseling, […]
Sanitary Main Break Across from 499 College West Apts: Road is Buckling Per the On-Site Tech
By Frank Chase The Oak to Stanley section of Allen St. Seems to be a problematic stretch of road. B&J Construction was called in for the repair. More costly repairs!? City officials insist on paving over this section of Allen St. holding the road together for the short term. Meanwhile, the outdated, undersized clay mains […]
New Britain Public Library Hosting “Hidden Figures” Movie Screening
The New Britain Public Library is hosting a screening of the movie, “Hidden Figures.” The Library says, Join us for a screening of Hidden Figures, a film based on the true story about three African- American women working at NASA in the 1960’s who performed the mathematical analysis and calculations that helped launch astronaut John […]
Parks and Recreation Hosting “Little Sweethearts” Day
New Britain Parks and Recreation is planning a “Little Sweethearts Day” with activities and “Valentine the Clown”. The event is to be February 10, 2024 at the Senior Center, from 10:00am to 12:00pm. The activity is to feature a photo station, hot chocolate and cookies and arts and crafts. Admission is $5 per person. The […]
Critical Neighborhood Flooding Update: City Council Meeting 1-24-24
An open message to city officials. By Frank and Sharon Chase To: City OfficialsDate: January 23, 2024From: Frank and Sharon Chase Dear Elected and Appointed City Officials: These “vital details” will help you better understand our focused efforts to correct the ongoing flooding in our neighborhoods. The neglect and mismanagement (dereliction of duty) we have uncovered has […]
Internet Basics to Be Featured at Library’s Computer Basics Class
The New Britain Public Library’s upcoming Computer Basics Class is to focus on Internet Basics. The Library says that, This lesson will be about the basics of browsing the internet. It will focus on Microsoft Edge from the top down (including things like settings, favorites, etc.). It will also cover what a hyperlink is as […]
First Friday at New Britain Museum of American Art to Feature The Ebbas
The New Britain Museum of American Art is to have live music from The Ebbas at its popular First Friday event. The Museum calls the monthly event, “Our signature social event features live music, art, food, spirits, and good friends.” “New Britain’s best Happy Hour, since 1995!” the Museum adds. The Museum’s February, 2024 First […]
Community Events and Meetings in New Britain, Jan 22nd to 28th
In New Britain, community meetings and events from today to Sunday, January 28, 2024 include,
Watershed: New Britain’s 1989 Mayoral Campaign (Part I)
The Municipal Election That Changed New Britain Politics For A Generation Introduction: In 1989, Donald DeFronzo became New Britain’s 34th Mayor ending the late William (Billy Mac) McNamara’s six terms as the city’s top elected official, a modern-day record not matched until last November when Mayor Erin Stewart won a sixth, two-year term. “During the […]
DiLoreto’s Spanish magnet programs are holding Annual Lottery
Consolidated School District of New Britain is holding its annual lottery for incoming Kindergarteners to enroll in two programs – (1) the Diloreto Elementary/Middle school program which has a Spanish Language Development program and (2) “Dos en Uno” Dual Language program. The Spanish Language Development program provides Spanish as a separate world language class and […]
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“The Last Night” at Hole in the Wall Theater Explores Connecticut Witchcraft Executions
New Britain’s Hole in the Wall Theater will host, “The Last Night”, a play, “that explores not only the facts of the Hartford Witchcraft Panic, but the hearts and souls of two women accused and hanged,” the Theater says. The Theater says that the play, “was originally commissioned by the Stanley-Whitman House in Farmington in […]
Students’ Art, Music and Essays Commemorate MLK Day in New Britain
“America has not reached greatness yet because we are all not great together.” –Bishop Rha-Sheen Brown, Right Now Ministries by John McNamara On the 38th anniversary of the national holiday for the Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. and the 95th anniversary of his birth, New Britain held its commemorative program Monday (January 15) featuring music, […]
Engineering Report Confirms Residents’ Concerns About Effects of Neighborhood Flooding
A professional engineer has reported that the effects of repeated flooding, “can be structurally compromising,” of a home in the neighborhood to the southwest of CCSU that includes, Newbury, Hampton, Allen, Brighton and Stewart streets and Eton Place and Roxbury Road. Residents in the neighborhood have been seeking action by the city to address long-standing […]