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By John McNamara Saturday, March 7th was one of those days when New Britain lived…
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By Candyce Scott Something special is brewing! 💛 Join us on November 4th, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM, as we celebrate the opening of Candy Scott -Gorgy & Luis Malave Jr. Write To Rise Book Cafe with a ribbon-cutting ceremony! Thank you honorable Mayor Bobby Sanchez for your continued commitment to keep empowering educational […]
By South Church Mad Agnes is coming to South Church to perform on Sunday, November 8 at 1:00 p.m. Who is Mad Agnes? It is a genre-bending trio of seasoned and talented musicians—Margo Hennebach, Adrienne Jones, and Mark Saunders—whose intricate harmonies, compelling songwriting and passionate delivery have established their fan base on two continents. In […]
By the NAACP New Britain Branch, The New Britain Branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) hereby issues its official notice to all members and the public regarding the upcoming 2027 biennial election of branch officers and executive committee members. In accordance with the Constitution and By-Laws for Units of […]
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Ward 4 City Council members, Ald Luz Ortiz-Luna (D-4) and Ald John McNamara (D-4) are…
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By Candyce Scott Something special is brewing! 💛 Join us on November 4th, from 11:00…
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Urban Farming: Ordinance Will Allow Reuse of Industrial and Retail Space for Indoor Growing By…
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By Joseph Wasserman We need to thank Representatives Hayes, Larson and DeLauro for their decision…
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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 Joseph Wasserman We need to thank Representatives Hayes, Larson and DeLauro for their decision to cosponsor H. Res. 317. This resolution is designed to bring us back from the brink of nuclear war. President Trump’s threats to annihilate Iran, the discussion of the use of tactical nuclear weapons, the termination of all nuclear weapons […]
By Candyce Scott Something special is brewing! 💛 Join us on November 4th, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM, as we celebrate the opening of Candy Scott -Gorgy & Luis Malave Jr. Write To Rise Book Cafe with a ribbon-cutting ceremony! Thank you honorable Mayor Bobby Sanchez for your continued commitment to keep empowering educational […]
By South Church Mad Agnes is coming to South Church to perform on Sunday, November 8 at 1:00 p.m. Who is Mad Agnes? It is a genre-bending trio of seasoned and talented musicians—Margo Hennebach, Adrienne Jones, and Mark Saunders—whose intricate harmonies, compelling songwriting and passionate delivery have established their fan base on two continents. In […]
New Britain Nets $65,940 From “Nickel Per Nip” Anti-Litter Program
By John McNamara A nickel surcharge on the sale of each 50 ml “nip” container has netted New Britain $65,939.50 in a second payment based on 1,318,790 sold at liquor stores in the city over six months from October 1, 2022 to March 31, 2023. Every April and October each municipality receives five cents for […]
Welcome to My World Autism 2nd Annual Autism Awareness Walk To Be May 27th
Welcome to My World Autism is hosting its 2nd Annual Autism Awareness Walk.
Pathways/Senderos Hosting Event Celebrating 30th Anniversary
“Please join Pathways/Senderos as we celebrate our 30th Anniversary,” the Pathways/Senderos Center says.
“Mother’s Day Flowers Workshop” Activity to be at New Britain Public Library
“Join us to create a special gift for mom,” the New Britain Public Library says. “Participants will have the chance to select from a variety of craft ideas to personalize their creations!”
New Britain Leads Polish Day At State Capitol
Staff Reports HARTFORD – State leaders, honorees and a large contingent of attendees from New Britain’s Polish community crowded into the state Capitol’s North lobby Wednesday, May 3, to mark the anniversary of Polish Day At The Capitol. The event, catered with coffee and dozens of paczki (Polish donuts) from New Britain’s Roly Poly Bakery, marked […]
Space Foundation and School District to “Launch” ‘Space in the Community’ in New Britain
“Get ready to launch in New Britain with the Space Foundation!,” the New Britain school district says, about the upcoming Space in the Community event at Slade Middle School.
BLFC Academy and Boys & Girls Club to Host Soccer Clinic
BLFC Academy and Boys & Girls Club are to host a soccer clinic on May 6, 2023 at the Boys & Girls Club.
BLFC Academy and Boys & Girls Club to Host Soccer Clinic
BLFC Academy and Boys & Girls Club are to host a soccer clinic on May 6, 2023 at the Boys & Girls Club.
Democrats Invite Candidates To Run For City Offices
Staff Reports NEW BRITAIN – The Democratic Town Committee (NBDTC) is seeking candidates for all municipal offices for the November 7th election. This year New Britain voters will elect candidates for Mayor, Treasurer, Common Council (15), Board of Education (3), Board of Assessment Appeal (2) and Constable (4). “New Britain Democrats believe that local government […]
Tercyak To Host Polish Constitution Ceremony At State Capitol
Ceremonies Mark A National Holiday In Poland Staff Reports HARTFORD- Polish Constitution Day (Święto Konstytucji) will be commemorated on Wednesday, May 3rd as part of the 32nd annual “Polish Day at the State Capitol.” State Representative Peter Tercyak (D-26) will host the event and will be joined by Lieutenant Governor Susan Bysiewicz and other Polish […]
New Britain Happenings from May 1st to 7th
NEW BRITAIN, CT From Monday, May 1, 2023 to Sunday, May 7th, New Britain community events and meetings include… [MEC id=”31999″] 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 […]
Divided Council Confirms Stewart Pick For Chief Of Police
By John McNamara NEW BRITAIN – The Common Council confirmed Mayor Erin Stewart’s nomination of Captain Matthew Marino to become the city’s 16th Chief of Police at its April 26th meeting. The decision appeared to split council members, with a majority in favor of the Mayor’s choice but members from both Democratic and Republican caucuses […]
CCSU Planetarium Hosting Free Planetarium Show on the James Webb Space Telescope
“The first week of May is International Astronomy Week,” the CCSU Copernican Planetarium and Observatory says. “What better way to celebrate than to look at recent discoveries made by JWST?”
NBYT Hosting Drag Queen Bingo Fundraising Event
The No Boundaries Youth Theater is hosting a Drag Queen Bingo fundraising event.
Jr. Canes Holding 8th Annual Safe Start Tacking Clinic
New Britain Hurricanes Youth Football & Cheerleading is hosting its 8th Annual Safe Start Tackling Clinic.
“Next to Normal” On Stage At CCSU
The CCSU Theatre Department is presenting “Next to Normal”. The Theatre Department says that “Next to Normal”, includes, “music by Tom Kitt, book and lyrics by Brian Yorkey, and direction by Janelle Robinson,”
Zoning Changes Proposed For Downtown, Other Areas Across The City
NEW BRITAIN – The City Council’s Republican leader, Alderman Robert Smedley (R-4), has introduced a sweeping series of zoning changes on the Council agenda for April 26th. The changes would have various effects in seven key parts of the city, changing the type and density of development that would be allowed into the future in […]
“Oreo Blind Taste Test Challenge” to be at New Britain Public Library
The New Britain Public Library is holding a “Oreo Blind Taste Test Challenge”. The Library says,
Council To Vote On New Police Chief
Petitions Filed For Major Changes To City Zoning Map At April 26th Meeting By John McNamara NEW BRITAIN – The Common Council is scheduled to select a new Chief of Police at the Wednesday, May 26th regular meeting. Three members of the Police Department’s(NBPD) command staff have been selected as finalists. The vote may come […]
NBHS Music Department Presenting “Back On the Broadway Stage”
The New Britain High School Music Department says it is presenting, “Back On the Broadway Stage”.