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Four New Britain City Council have formally stated their opposition to a controversial travel center…
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A Review by Sean Gallagher Located at 260 Main Street in New Britain, Mofongo offers…
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by John McNamara – NBpoliticus.com State Representative Matt Blumenthal on “No Excuse” Absentee Voting: “We Have…
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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 […]
Community Announcements
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 […]
History
By John McNamara Saturday, March 7th was one of those days when New Britain lived…
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Four New Britain City Council have formally stated their opposition to a controversial travel center and gas-diesel facility proposed on a wetlands parcel near Batterson Pond on Fienemann Road just across the town border in Farmington. In a joint statement submitted during a June 3 public hearing, the Council President, Ald Francisco Santiago (D-5), the […]
A bombshell independent investigation report released today details allegations of a sweeping, multi-year pattern of fiscal misconduct, unauthorized compensation, and potential fraud by and under the administration of former Mayor Erin Stewart (R). The report, compiled by the Crumbie Law Group, alleges that Stewart systematically bypassed city protocols to secure hundreds of thousands of taxpayer […]
Diaspora Multicultural Society To Host 6th Annual Diaspora Multicultural Festival
The Diaspora Multicultural Society says that it is, “hosting its sixth annual outdoor Multicultural Festival on Saturday, September 9, 2023. The family-friendly event will run from 12 – 5 p.m. featuring food, vendors, giveaways, and live performances.”
Hole in the Wall Theater Plans Annual Meeting
New Britain’s Hole in the Wall Theater is planning its 2023 Annual Meeting, saying, “Big things are happening at HITW, and we want you to be a part of it!”
City Council Meeting Called to Vote on City Budget
The City Council is set to hold a meeting to consider approving the city budget proposed by Mayor Erin Stewart (R). Stewart has proposed a $265,849,055 city budget that would increase property taxes by 12.58% for the fiscal year that begins July 1st, with a 5.92% spending increase over current year expenditures. The proposal would […]
SURE Program Hosting Fashion Show
The nonprofit SURE Program is hosting a fashion show on June 10, 2023. The event is, “being done as a community event, to empower our youth, and also to fundraise for the SURE Program,” says Candyce Scott, director of the Program.
New Britain Museum of American Art Offering Free Coffee With Paid Admission for June 10th Connecticut Open House Day
“Visit the Museum on June 10 to enjoy free coffee (hot or iced) with paid admission,” the New Britain Museum of American Art says, adding, “children under 18 are free.”
Police Athletic League Hosting ‘Midnight Basketball’
The New Britain Police Athletic League (PAL) is once again organizing its “Midnight Basketball” youth program on Friday and Saturday nights in the Summer of 2023.
Happenings in New Britain May 29th to June 4th
From May 29, 2023 to Sunday, June 4th community events and meetings in New Britain include… [MEC id=”32561″] 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 […]
New Britain Public Library Hosting “Digitization Day”
“Do you have old photos you’d like to digitally preserve?” the New Britain Public Library asks, or, “VHS tapes you’d like to convert to DVD? Old film negatives you’d love to save and share?
100 Man March with Community Service and Health Event to be Led by Black Ministerial Alliance with ALM’s Ministries International
The Black Ministerial Alliance of New Britain, with ALM’s Ministries International, are leading a 100 Man March with a Community Service and Health Event in August.
New Britain Public Library Hosting Cheese Tasting for National Cheese Day
“Sample cheeses from Connecticut Dairy farms for National Cheese day!” the New Britain Public Library asks. “Registration is not required, come in while supplies last!”
Commission Schedules Hearings Over Double Digit Rent Hikes
Staff Reports NEW BRITAIN – A reorganized Fair Rent Commission voted Tuesday May 23rd, to hold hearings on rent increase complaints at a West Main Street apartment complex. Seven tenants are seeking relief over rent hikes from 22% to 43% that would take effect in June. In the case of the largest increase among the […]
Pride Month Flag Raising To Be Held In New Britain On June 5th
New Britain Pride has invited the community to, “Join us as the City of New Britain raises the Pride Flag!” The event is to be June 5, 2023 at 9:30pm in Central Park.
CCSU Planetarium Presenting Free Planetarium Show On The Aurora
“Have you ever seen the dancing lights in the northern sky?” the CCSU Copernican Planetarium and Observatory asks. “Why is this atmospheric phenomenon so mysterious? Come join us for a spectacular visual celebration of the night sky at our next free public planetarium show.”
Police Athletic League Hosting 3rd Annual 5K to Benefit Special Olympics
The New Britain Police Athletic League is hosting its 3rd Annual AW Stanley Park 5k to benefit Special Olympics Connecticut.
2023 Little Poland Festival Coming Up – To Be June 4th
The popular New Britain cultural and community event is to be held on June 4, 2023, from 9:00am to 7:00pm on Broad Street.
Black Ministerial Alliance to Host Juneteenth Fathers Day Gospel Concert
The New Britain Black Ministerial Alliance is presenting a Juneteenth Fathers Day Gospel Concert on Juneteenth weekend.
Pride of CT Lodge & Anna Warmsley Temple To Host Black Out Affair
“Join us as we celebrate our freedom,” say event organizers about the event, held on Juneteenth weekend.
May 22nd to 28th in New Britain
In New Britain, Connecticut, from May 22, 2023 to Sunday, May 28th community events and meetings include… [MEC id=”32454″] 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 […]
Family Forward Advocacy CT Hosting Parent Resiliency Workshop
amily Forward Advocacy CT, Inc. (FFACT) has announced that it, is hosting a Parent Resiliency Workshop in New Britain on May 25, 2023.
NBHS African American Club To Host Talent Show
The NBHS African American Club is hosting a Talent Show, to be held on June 2, 2023 at 7:00pm at NBHS.