News Analysis
By Candyce Scott The City of New Britain’s third-year anniversary of the Black Business Resolution…
News
Incumbent Gov Ned Lamont (D) appears to have been chosen by Democratic voters to run…
Community News
The New Britain NAACP has announced the 2026 Freedom Fund Dinner and is calling on…
Featured Journalism
by John McNamara Sponsors and attendees at the New Britain Public Library’s (NBPL) 10th Annual Fundraiser on…
Opinion
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 […]
Flooding Series
History
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 […]
Black Democratic Committee Hosting Meet and Greet
The Black Democratic Committee of New Britain is to host a Meet and Greet event, inviting people to, “meet the committee members, learn about the mission for New Britain and member and volunteer opportunities.”
“The Great Debaters” Youth Movie Night Sponsored by Black Democratic Committee, Diaspora Society and NAACP
The Black Democratic Committee, Diaspora Multicultural Society and NAACP New Britain Branch are sponsoring a movie night for local youth, featuring “The Great Debaters”.
New Britain Events and Meetings From Sep 25th to Oct 1st
New Britain events and meetings, in the last week of September and beginning of October, Monday, September 25, 2023 to Sunday, October 1st, include, [MEC id=”34667″] 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 […]
New Britain Area Interfaith Conference Hosting Talk About Healthcare and Well-Being
The New Britain Area Interfaith Conference has announced that it is hosting Talk About Healthcare and Well-Being.
League of Women Voters and YWCA Hosting “Eat Meet, and Greet” with Board of Education Candidates
The League of Women Voters and YWCA have announced that they are hosting an, “Eat Meet, and Greet”, for people to meet candidates running for Board of Education.
NAACP Economic Development Committee and Multicultural Business Coalition To Hold Meeting
The NAACP Economic Development Committee and Multicultural Business Coalition has announced its September meeting. 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 purchase advertisements in the […]
NAACP Economic Development Committee and Multicultural Business Coalition To Hold Meeting
The NAACP Economic Development Committee and Multicultural Business Coalition has announced its September meeting. 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 purchase advertisements in the […]
NAACP Economic Development Committee and Multicultural Business Coalition To Hold Meeting
The NAACP Economic Development Committee and Multicultural Business Coalition has announced its September meeting. 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 purchase advertisements in the […]
NAACP Economic Development Committee and Multicultural Business Coalition To Hold Meeting
The NAACP Economic Development Committee and Multicultural Business Coalition has announced its September meeting. 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 purchase advertisements in the […]
CCSU Professor Appointed to State Freedom of Information Commission
Central Connecticut State University journalism professor Kate Farrish has been appointed to the state Freedom of Information Commission by Gov. Ned Lamont (D), the University has announced. “In June,” CCSU notes, “Farrish also became president of the Connecticut Foundation for Open Government, a non-profit group that educates the public on the importance of government transparency […]
New Britain Downtown District and Greater New Britain Chamber of Commerce Hosting “Brews, Vine & Spirits” Event
The New Britain Downtown District and Greater New Britain Chamber of Commerce have announced that they are hosting a “Brews, Vine & Spirits” event.
NBHS PTO To Hold Meeting
The NBHS PTO has announced that it will meet, saying that topics for the meeting include school events, fundraisers and involvement of parents and teachers.
Saint George Greek Orthodox Church “Gyro Day” Planned
Saint George Greek Orthodox Church announced that it is holding its Gyro Day event on October 21, 2023.
Pathways Senderos Annual Walkathon Coming Soon
The 24th Annual Pathways Walkathon is being planned by Pathways/Senderos Center for October 1, 2023 at Walnut Hill Park.
CCSU Hosting Bomba Workshop with Movimiento Cultural of New Haven
CCSU is to host a Bomba Workshop with Movimiento Cultural of New Haven, saying it is a, “a fun and exhilarating” program, to be held outdoors, at the CCSU Student Center Circle or inside the Student Center’s Alumni Hall in the event of rain.
Council Members Propose $4 Million for Drainage in Allen and Stanley Street area
Two City Council members are proposing that the city allocate up to $4,000,0000 to address flooding experienced by residents in a neighborhood to the southwest of CCSU, including Newbury, Hampton, Allen, Brighton streets and Eton Place and Roxbury Road. Ald. Luz Ortiz-Luna (R-AL) and Ald. Desiree Costa (R-AL) have introduced the proposal to provide funding […]
New Britain Public Library Hive Hosting Teen DIY Mug Creation Program
The New Britain Public Library Hive is hosting a do-in-yourself program for teens to create their own mugs.
Household Income of New Britain Residents Less Than Pay of Jobs Located in City
Data in a recent study by DataHaven shows household income in New Britain lags behind the pay of jobs in the city. The data raises the question about how much of the relatively higher income jobs that are located in New Britain are held by workers who reside in other towns. The study, DataHaven’s New […]
Community Events and Meetings in New Britain, Sep 18th to 24th
Meetings and community events, from Monday, September 18, 2023 to Sunday, September 24th, in New Britain include, [MEC id=”34526″] 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 […]
Central Car Club Hosting 2023 Fall Charity Car Show
The Central Car Club says that, “C3 is back to host our semi-annual car show! Join us at CCSU on October 1st to wrap up the end of the 2023 show season with our Fall charity car show.”