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NEW BRITAIN COMMON COUNCIL UPDATES Municipal bidding procedures for the purchase of supplies and contractual…
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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 […]
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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 […]
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By John McNamara Saturday, March 7th was one of those days when New Britain lived…
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NEW BRITAIN COMMON COUNCIL UPDATES Municipal bidding procedures for the purchase of supplies and contractual services have been revised “for greater consistency and efficiency” for the first time in more than 11 years. The Common Council amended Chapter VIII of the ordinances at its June 10th meeting, increasing the threshold for competitive bidding from $7,500 to $25,000, The […]
Editor’s Note: The cover photo by Dr Frank Gerratana By Sean Gallagher On Sunday, June 15th, 2026, on Broad Street in New Britain the Polonia Business Assoc. held the annual Little Poland Festival. The festival is a major cultural celebration that welcomes thousands of people from all over the area and showcases New Britain’s Polish […]
National Borinqueneers Day 2026 to be Hosted by Mayor Bobby Sanchez, Rep Iris Sanchez and New Britain Veterans Commission
The office of Mayor Bobby Sanchez (D) has announced that he, State Rep Iris Sanchez (D-25) and the city Veterans Commission, “will host the annual National Borinqueneers Day Celebration on Monday, April 13th, starting at 10:30 a.m. at the Borinqueneers Monument located at 246 Beaver Street in New Britain.” The Borinqueneers, Mayor Sanchez’s office pointed […]
State Sen Lopes Leads Senate Approval of Legislation to Protect Domestic Violence Survivors and Their Pets
State Sen Rick Lopes (D-6), who is Chair of the state legislature’s Environment Committee, has announced that he recently led the Senate passage of a multifaceted animal welfare bill designed to provide a greater protections for domestic violence survivors and their pets. Senate Bill 318, “An Act Concerning Animal Welfare,” passed, according to Sen Lopes’ […]
10th Annual Public Library Fundraiser Will Mark Growth, Expanded Community Engagement
by John McNamara Sponsors and attendees at the New Britain Public Library’s (NBPL) 10th Annual Fundraiser on Friday, April 10th will enjoy food, music and camaraderie with NBPL patrons, staff and volunteers right next to the book stacks and reading areas this year. The event will be held at the High Street main library to showcase recent […]
“Paint Your Healing” Wellness Class Planned
Continuing work to prioritize mental health and holistic wellness in the Hardware City, Ald Candyce Scott (D-3) and community leader Luis Malave are bringing a unique, art-centered healing space to downtown New Britain. The event, titled “Paint Your Healing,” is part of the “Write to Rise” class series. It is scheduled for Wednesday, April 17, […]
Mayor Bobby Sanchez and City Health Department – Save a Life Day
The Office of Mayor Bobby Sanchez (D) says that, As part of National Public Health Week, the City of New Britain is hosting “Save A Life Day” to provide free, hands-on training in administering naloxone, a life-saving medication that can reverse opioid overdoses. New Britain EMS will lead the sessions, teaching participants how to identify […]
100% Democracy Author to Speak at New Britain LWV Forum on April 20th
Making The Case for “Universal Voting” and Voter Access Miles Rapoport, a former Secretary of the State and co-author of 100% Democracy: The Case for Universal Voting, and Evelyn Mantilla, former legislator and longtime Latina advocate, will lead a discussion on democracy and election reforms on Monday, April 20th, at New Britain City Hall’s Community Room, […]
SERC Annual Awards to be in New Britain; Mayor Sanchez to Deliver Opening Remarks
New Britain Mayor Bobby Sanchez (D) is to deliver opening remarks tonight for the State Education Resource Center (SERC) 2nd Annual Awards Night at the New Britain Museum of American Art. The event, which begins at 5:30 pm at 56 Lexington St., aims to celebrate “individuals making positive changes in the education of Connecticut children.” […]
New Britain Library to Host “Community Conversation” on Understanding Trauma
The New Britain Public Library will host “Understanding Trauma — A Community Conversation,” an educational event designed to address “one of the most important topics of our time.” The Library says the workshop features Kara Fairchild, LMFT, and Gretchen Hale-West, LPC, from Well Life Therapy, who will “discuss, educate, and unpack what trauma is and […]
Ald Candyce Scott Advocates for Mental Health Care as a Priority
Ald Candyce Scott (D-3) has announced a call to action challenging the city to move beyond periodic awareness and toward a holistic, daily embrace of mental health and has introduced a City Council resolution declaring mental health a priority and supporting access to mental health services. Scott noted that mental health, “is a vital thread […]
City Leaders Mourn Former City Council Member Alden Russell
Former New Britain Ald Alden Russell is being honored by Democratic and Republican leaders for his years of service in the city after passing away recently. “On behalf of the City of New Britain, I am saddened by the passing of Former Alderman Alden Russell,” said New Britain Mayor Bobby Sanchez. “Our thoughts and prayers […]
Pathways/Senderos Center Holding “Spring Into Action” Community Fundraiser Event
Pathways/Senderos Center (GNBTPP, Inc.) is hosting a “Spring Into Action” community fundraised event. The event is to include a catered pasta lunch, live music, a flower sale and raffles. Music is to be performed by “Up on the Downbeat.” The event is to be on Sunday, May 3, 2026, from 1:00pm to 4:00pm at the […]
Hundreds Attend “No Kings” Protest in New Britain Against Trump Republicans
Hundreds of people protested in front of New Britain City Hall against President Donald Trump and Republican policies on Saturday afternoon as part of nationwide “No Kings” protests. Mayor Bobby Sanchez (D) and other elected officials spoke at the protest against Trump and Republican policies. For two hours protesters chanted slogans against Trump’s attacks against […]
CT People’s Survival Programs to Host City Budget Discussion
The CT People’s Survival Programs is planning a City budget discussion, saying, New Britain Residents! Join us for a community discussion on the City Budget. Share your thoughts on what should be prioritized and learn how to get more involved. The discussion is Thursday, April 2, 2026, from 6:00pm to 7:30pm in the New Britain […]
“Borderland – The Line Within” Documentary Screening with Q&A to be Held at New Britain Public Library
The New Britain Public Library will host a documentary screening of, “Borderland – The Line Within,” with a Q&A. About the documentary, the Library says, The United States border is not just a geographic location. The border is everywhere. It lies within every undocumented immigrant family with the threat that at any moment they can […]
May 18th is Last Day for Most Stanley Workers
New Britain Residents Hold More than Half of 300 Jobs Being Eliminated By John McNamara (NBPoliticus.com) The last day of work for most employees at Stanley Black & Decker’s (SBD) 600 Myrtle Street manufacturing facility in New Britain will occur by May 18th, according to the company’s official notification to the state Department of Labor […]
Council Sends Municipal ID Card Proposal to Committee
The Common Council’s Committee on Administration, Finance, Law and Public Services (AFLPS) will consider a feasibility study for a municipal identification card program at its meeting on April 1st.A resolution proposed by Ward 2 Alderwoman Yadira Maldanado (D-2) calls for exploring municipal IDs “for the purpose of evaluating” their “potential to improve access to municipal services, support […]
