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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…
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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 […]
In Ward 5 Council Election 2 Republicans and 1 Democrat Win
In Ward 5, unofficial results show Democrat Francisco Santiago and Republicans Willie Pabon and Matthew Malinowski won the three seats up for election to represent the ward on the fifteen member City Council Democrat Luz Osuba and Independent Party candidate Paul Catanzaro also ran. The New Britain Progressive, a publication of the New Britain Independent […]
3 Democrats and 2 Republicans Win in Board of Education Election
Unofficial results appear to show that Democrats Joan Pina, Joey Listro and Sal Escobales and Republicans Anthony Kane and Jose Rivera won the five seat up for election on the ten member Board of Education. Republican Homer White also ran. The New Britain Progressive, a publication of the New Britain Independent Newspaper, Inc. is free […]
In Ward 1 Council Election 2 Republicans and 1 Democrat Win
In Ward 1, unofficial results show that Democrat Nate Simpson and Republicans Sharon Saavedra and Alden Russell won the three seats up for election to represent the ward on the fifteen member City Council. Democrat Richard Lacouriere and Independent Party candidate James Sanders, Jr. also ran. The New Britain Progressive, a publication of the New […]
Stewart Wins 6th Term as Mayor
Mayor Erin Stewart, the Republican incumbent, has won re-election to a sixth term as mayor of New Britain. Earlier returns show Stewart receiving more votes than Democratic mayoral candidate Chris Anderson. Stewart campaigned on the generally favorable opinion many people have of her, personally, and a feeling of optimism from cranes in the sky from […]
In Ward 4 Council Election 2 Democrats and 1 Republican Win
In Ward 4, unofficial results show Democrat Neil Connors, Democrat John McNamara and Republican Robert Smedley won the three seats up for election to represent the ward on the fifteen member City Council, for a 2 to 1 Democratic win in Ward 4. Republican Michael Thompson, Independent Party candidate Luz Ortiz-Luna and Independent Party candidate […]
Banned Book Club at New Britain Public Library to Discuss “The Bluest Eye” by Toni Morrison
The New Britain Public Library’s new Banned Book Club will be discussing Toni Morrison’s The Bluest Eye at its November meeting.
New Britain Museum of American Art Holding “Member Shopping Day”
The New Britain Museum of American Art members are able to enjoy a special “Member Shopping Day.” The Museum says that it is, “A very special holiday shopping experience.”
Holmes School 5th Graders to Perform for Veterans for Veterans Day
The school district says that, “Holmes Elementary School students and staff cordially invite Veterans and Active Duty Military Members for a special performance by the 5th-grade music students this Thursday, November 9. Performances will be held at both 9:30 AM and 2:30 PM.”
170 New Britain Children Participate in Hartford Marathon Foundation’s FitKids in School Medal Day
About 170 New Britain kids were part of 850 children participating in the Hartford Marathon Foundation (HMF) FitKids in School medal day. The event was held on October 24, 2023 in Walnut Hill Park. Students from Holmes Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School, Northend Elementary School and Vance Elementary School participated. Organizer say […]
Nov 6th to 12th Events and Meetings in New Britain
In New Britain, from Monday, November 6, 2023 to Sunday, November 12th, meetings and events in New Britain include, [MEC id=”35443″] The New Britain Progressive, a publication of the New Britain Independent Newspaper, Inc. is free to read and community supported. http://newbritainprogressive.com. Please feel free to help the New Britain Progressive with a donation, and […]
Opinion: Candyce Scott Would Bring Conscience and Work Ethic to Council
Dear Friends, While I do not live in Ward 3 — I live in Ward 1, where I will be voting for Richard Lacouriere and Nate Simpson — my street is a Ward line and Ward 3 is across the street from me. So I would offer to my neighbors how happy I am for […]
Opinion: By Electing John McNamara, Ward 4 Can Have a Truly Good Person Representing Them
Dear Friends, I feel very comfortable in saying that there are many people, across party and political divides, who would agree with me that Mr. John McNamara is decent and good-hearted human being. He genuine, caring, honorable and devoted. John has among the strongest of convictions of people I know, I yet I do not […]
Marchers in New Britain Call for a Free Palestine
By Bill Shortell I crossed the street through the light, cold rain up to the small crowd gathering in front of the Taqwa Mosque on Arch St in New Britain at 4:00pm on Sunday, October 29. Omer Abdelgader, President of the Executive Committee of the Islamic Association of Central Connecticut, greeted me and said that […]
Democrat Anderson Challenges Republican Stewart for Mayor, Tuesday, in City Elections That Include City Council, Board of Education and Other City Offices
Democratic mayoral candidate Chris Anderson will challenge Republican incumbent Mayor Erin Stewart in the city elections to be held on November 7, 2023. City Council, Board of Education and other offices are also up for election. Anderson has criticized large Stewart tax increases and low funding for education and other city services by the Republican […]
New Britain 2023 Fall Leaf Collection Scheduled
The 2022 Fall curbside leaf collection program conducted by the New Britain Public Works Department is to begin on November 7th.
Gallery 66 Hosting Opening Reception for Mel Nwokocha’s Colossal Creative Expressionism Exhibition
Gallery 66 is hosting the Opening Reception for Mel Nwokocha’s Colossal Creative Expressionism Exhibition.
CCSU Department of Nursing Holding Free Health Screening
The Central Connecticut State University Department of Nursing says that it, “welcomes members of the Greater New Britain community and Central faculty, staff, and students for free blood pressure and health screenings at the Community Health Clinic at Copernicus Hall.”
Diaspora Multicultural Society Holding “Friendsgiving” Event
The Diaspora Multicultural Society, Inc. is hosting a “Friendsgiving” event.
Protestors March to Free Palestine
Despite the rain, demonstrators marched in downtown New Britain, calling to, “free Palestine.” “Free, free Palestine,” protesters chanted. “What do we want?” protesters asked, responding, “Justice!”. “By our millions, by our billions,” protesters chanted, “we are all Palestinian.” CNN has reported that, “Pro-Palestinian demonstrators across the globe took to the streets on Saturday to call […]