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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 […]
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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 […]
South Church Music Series to Feature Performance by Frank Zilinyi
The Music Series at South Church is hosting a concert featuring organist Frank R. Zilinyi.
CCSU Black Box Theatre Presenting “Silent Sky”
The CCSU Black Box Theatre is presenting “Silent Sky”. The Theatre says, “The true story of 19th-century astronomer Henrietta Leavitt explores a woman’s place in society during a time of immense scientific and heart-bound discoveries.”
New Britain Public Library Hosting “Much To Do With LGBTQ” Discussion
The New Britain Public Library is hosting an informational discussion event, “Much To Do With LGBTQ,”
“The Night America Panicked” to be Presented by Imagine X Productions at the Hole in the Wall Theater
Imagine X Productions is to present the “The Night America Panicked” at New Britain’s Hole in the Wall Theater about Orson Welles’ 1938 radio presentation of “The War of the Worlds.”
A Pickle Whodunit to be Investigated at New Britain Public Library’s “Pickle Autopsy”
“The Claussens gang confronted the Vlasic gang about some missing items in the fridge,” the New Britain Public Library says, “and now some gherkins have met their demise.”
New Britain Racial Justice Coalition Hosting Halloween Party
The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition are planning a Halloween Party at Willow Street Park and are seeking donations to support the event.
New Britain Museum of American Art Hosting 2023 Annual Meeting of the Membership
The New Britain Museum of American Art is holding its “Annual Meeting of the Membership” on Wednesday, October 25, 2023, at 4:00pm.
CCSU Hosting Connecticut Supreme Court for Two Cases
Central Connecticut State University has announced that it is hosting the Connecticut Supreme Court as it hears two case on its campus.
CCSU Hosting Connecticut Supreme Court for Two Cases
Central Connecticut State University has announced that it is hosting the Connecticut Supreme Court as it hears two case on its campus.
CCSU Hosting Connecticut Supreme Court for Two Cases
Central Connecticut State University has announced that it is hosting the Connecticut Supreme Court as it hears two case on its campus.
CCSU Hosting Connecticut Supreme Court for Two Cases
Central Connecticut State University has announced that it is hosting the Connecticut Supreme Court as it hears two case on its campus.
New Britain Progressive Publishing Police Blotter
The New Britain Progressive newspaper, as part of its community news coverage in New Britain, is publishing the New Britain Police blotter. The city began publishing the police blotter in August, after a controversy in which another publication was denied free access the police logs. At least one City Council member suggested that the city […]
Community Events and Meetings in New Britain, Oct 16th to 22nd
Between Monday, October 16, 2023 and Sunday, October 22nd, New Britain community meetings and events include, [MEC id=”35014″] The New Britain Progressive, a publication of 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 you are invited to […]
City Marks 30th Anniversary Of MLK Park
Staff Reports NEW BRITAIN – Officials and residents marked the 30th Anniversary of the Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Park on October 14th, rededicating the monument for the slain civil rights leader with more than 90 new commemorative bricks donated by individuals and organizations. The Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities organized the observance […]
League of Women Voters Council Voter Forum Cancelled After Republican Candidates Back Out
A voter forum of City Council candidates that had been planned by the League of Women Voters of the New Britain Area was cancelled because Republican candidates did not agree to participate. The League of Women Voters said online that, The League had looked forward to offering the public a chance to get to know […]
Black Democratic Committee Holds Interview with Chris Anderson
The Black Democratic Committee of New Britain hosted an interview with Democratic Mayor candidate Chris Anderson, led by Michael Briscoe. The event was held online. Anderson, the challenger in the mayoral election, says that he is running for mayor because of concerns about issues, like the large increases in property taxes under the incumbent and […]
Senior Center Halloween Party To Be Presented by Autumn Lake
The Senior Center says that the event will be Tuesday, October 31, 2023, from 11:00am to 2:00pm, including, “Band, Raffle, Lunch and Great Times!”
Anna Warmsley Temple Hosting Holiday Vendor Extravaganza
The Anna Warmsley Temple #1073 is holding a Holiday Vendor Extravaganza.
Council Approves Developer Tax Abatements With Small Change
The City Council approved two more tax real estate abatements, adding to a number of other abatements provided to developers in the city recently, but one of the tax reduction plans was slightly scaled-back after a brief delay in a Council committee. An abatement plan that was tabled in the Council’s Committee on Administration, Finance […]
CCSU Planetarium Hosting Free Show for International Observe the Moon Day
The CCSU Copernican Planetarium and Observatory is inviting the public to its latest upcoming planetarium shows on the Moon in honor of International Observe the Moon Day.