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By Candyce Scott The City of New Britain’s third-year anniversary of the Black Business Resolution…
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Incumbent Gov Ned Lamont (D) appears to have been chosen by Democratic voters to run…
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The New Britain NAACP has announced the 2026 Freedom Fund Dinner and is calling on…
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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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The Department of Energy and Environmental Protection must more closely regulate the Oxford Compressor Station…
Community Announcements
By Friends of the New Britain Public Library The Annual Textbook Sale, sponsored by the Friends of the New Britain Public Library will be held from August 29 – September 19 this year, on the Main floor of the library on 20 High Street in New Britain. It will be open during library hours (visit […]
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By John McNamara Saturday, March 7th was one of those days when New Britain lived…
Latest News and Opinion
Mayor Bobby Sanchez (D) has announced that he will host the City’s first-ever New Britain Business 360, “a comprehensive business resource fair designed to connect local entrepreneurs and business owners directly with the tools, capital, guidance, and organizations available to help them grow.” Mayor Sanchez said that, “New Britain’s businesses are the backbone of our […]
The Department of Energy and Environmental Protection must more closely regulate the Oxford Compressor Station in light of the recent breakdown that resulted in a rapid release of methane gas. The public needs continued and close monitoring of all pollutants being emitted by this facility, so as to protect air quality and the health of […]
New Britain Council Committee Recommends Approval of Zone Change for Mount Pleasant Redevelopment
The New Britain City Council’s Zoning Subcommittee has approved a proposed rezoning of the Mount Pleasant area, ahead of the widely expected plan for redevelopment of the Mount Pleasant neighborhood. The redevelopment plan that the proposed zone change relates to calls for the demolition of the existing Mount Pleasant neighborhood and replacement with a new […]
New Britain NAACP to Host Pasta Dinner Fundraiser and Membership Event
Saying, “There are so many pasta-bilities when you get involved in your community,” the NAACP New Britain Branch is planning a pasta dinner fundraiser and membership event. The event is to be Saturday, March 16, 2024, from 12:00pm to 3:00pm at Spottswood A.M.E. Zion Church. The event is $40 for pasta dinner and NAACP membership, […]
California Congresswoman and New Britain Native Anna Eshoo To Retire At End of Term
1960 NBHS Graduate Grew Up In City’s Armenian and Assyrian Communities U.S. Representative Anna Eshoo (CA-16) a member of Congress representing California’s “Silicon Valley” and a close friend of House Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi (CA-11), is retiring at the end of this term after serving more than 30 years in the House of Representatives. Rep. Eshoo, first […]
Community Events and Meetings in New Britain, Feb 19th to 25th
In New Britain, community meetings and events from today to Sunday, February 25, 2024 include,
Debut of “Butterflies of Hope” Exhibit to Benefit Children in Ukraine
The PDClub in New Britain’s Little Poland will host the Community Help Organization‘s debut exhibit of its “Butterflies of Hope” project. “Delight in the vibrant expressions of children’s art, crafted to infuse positivity into the lives of those affected by war, sickness, and personal tragedy,” say event organizers. ‘Your presence and support will contribute to […]
Wellness at the New Britain Public Library: Gentle Yoga
The New Britain Public Library says its “Wellness in the Library” is to include Gentle Yoga. The Library adds, Come join us for our monthly wellness series! This month we’re offering Gentle Yoga, presented by Melissa. Bring a towel, blanket, or yoga mat to relax on, and come relax and unwind at the library! The […]
NAACP Economic Development Committee and Multicultural Business Coalition to Hold Meeting Honoring Black History Month
The NAACP Economic Development Committee and Multicultural Business Coalition are planning its upcoming February meeting. “To honor Black History Month,” say event organizers Michele Stewart-Copes and Candyce Scott, “we will be supporting one of our new Black businesses, Pergola Event Space LLC, on 21 Arch Street in New Britain. Jay Farquhason is the owner.” The […]
Early Voting Beginning in New Britain
Following new Connecticut state law early voting in Connecticut will be provided beginning with the April 2nd, 2024 presidential primaries. In a memo to the New Britain Common Council for its February 14, 2024 meeting, Peter Gostlin and Lucian Pawlak the Republican and Democratic registrars of voters recommended that The New Britain Senior Center on […]
Critical Neighborhood Flooding Update: City Council Meeting 2-14-24
Get involved. Stay informed. Attend City Council Meetings and Board of Finance and Taxation Meetings…OUR VOICES MUST BE HEARD! This updated record is being shared regarding the status of our neighborhood’s storm-sewage systems and State-City responses. Our concerns need to be given the highest priority. Our quality of life is suffering and our property values […]
Watershed: New Britain’s 1989 Mayoral Campaign
The Municipal Campaign That Changed New Britain Politics For A Generation Introduction to Part 3 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 […]
Community Events And Meetings In New Britain, Feb 12th To 18th
In New Britain, community meetings and events from today to Sunday, February 18, 2024 include,
New Britain Public Library Hosting “Anti-Valentine’s Day” Event for Teens
The New Britain Public Library is hosting an “Anti-Valentine’s Day” Event for Teens. The Library says, If your teens are not into all the lovey-dovey-ness of Valentine’s Day, then this is the event for them. Join us in the teen room for our Anti-Valentine’s Day extravaganza, we’ll have crafts and a ‘celebrating single’ event complete […]
Civics for Adults Citizen Activism 101: Making Change Happen Hosted by New Britain Public Library
The New Britain Public Library is hosting an Civics for Adults Citizen Activism 101: Making Change Happen. The Library says, Want to improve life for yourself and your neighbors or have a concern about local, state, or federal laws? This workshop provides a brief historical perspective, discusses strategies for change, and gives examples of successful […]
“Did a slate of candidates forget what they were running for?” Democratic Candidate Asks
By Jacob Pudlin, In the press release from the Row B slate for the Democratic Town Committee primary election, establishment New Britain Democrats said two bizarre things. First, they have the support of the “current DTC membership,” forgetting that incumbents are on both slates in both wards. But even more bizarre is the second, when […]
New Life II and Wildflower Alliance Hosting Reception for Exhibit on Black Movement History Leaders: Past and Present
New Britain’s New Life II Ministries, in partnership with Wildflower Alliance from Western Massachusetts, are holding a reception for the exhibit, Black Movement History Leaders: Past and Present, at its downtown West Main Street center. The event is to feature guest speakers Everett Handford, Taylor Bryan Turner, Mitzy Sky and Kelvin Young. Handford is Regional […]
“Back in My Day… We Had Nine Planets”: CCSU Planetarium Presenting Show on Pluto
“Pluto fans have a lot to celebrate,” says the CCSU Planetarium. “check out our next free public planetarium shows!” The Planetarium says, Pluto is spherical and orbits the Sun, but belongs to a large population of icy, rocky objects that are not planets. Why was Pluto was first classified as a planet? Gain an understanding […]
Lecture on “Judaism and its People in the Civil Rights Movement” at CCSU
A lecture on “Judaism and its People in the Civil Rights Movement” is to be held at CCSU. CCSU says that, The Carter G. Woodson Lecture Series & African American Studies Program presents “The Abrahamic Faith Tradition in the African American Experience,” a series of three lectures throughout February. Meet in the Connecticut Room at […]
New Britain Public Library Hosting Open Mic Night
The New Britain Public Library is hosting an Open Mic Night. “Have a song to sing,” the Library asks, “a poem to share, or stand up routine to try out? Come make some noise at the library at our Open Mic Night!”, adding, This month’s theme is LOVE, so come share your love and heartbreak […]
Slates Contest Over “Future of the Democratic Party” in New Britain Primary Election
Competing slates for the New Britain Democratic Party’s governing Town Committee are offering different visions on the future of the Party to Democratic voters ahead of the March 5th primary election. The election is to be held in two of the city’s five wards for who is to represent Democratic voters on the Democratic Town […]
Critical Neighborhood Flooding Update: Board of Public Works Meeting 2-5-24.
An open letter from Frank and Sharon Chase To: City OfficialsDate: February 5, 2024 Dear Elected and Appointed City Officials: These “vital details”(substance vs. talking points) will help you better understand our focused efforts to correct the ongoing flooding in our neighborhoods. The neglect and mismanagement we have uncovered has been occurring in public view […]