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Tuesday, September 29, 2026 by John McNamara Make a Plan to Vote: Absentee ballots available…
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The New Britain City Council is to consider a resolution on a high profile issue…
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The Hungerford Nature Center & Museum is hosting a Pumpkin Carving Night. The event is…
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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 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 […]
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By John McNamara Saturday, March 7th was one of those days when New Britain lived…
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The Hungerford Nature Center & Museum is hosting a Pumpkin Carving Night. The event is October 15th from 4pm – 8pm. Event organizers say, Help us get ready for Pumpkin Palooza by carving your very own pumpkin! Each pumpkin you carve will be placed along our trails for everyone to enjoy during the big event. […]
The New Britain Public Library, in partnership with Access Health CT, is set to host, ” Health to Treat – a Spooktacular Day of Health Resources & Community Care” on Halloween. The event promises free food alongside “free professional health screenings, services & more!”. Services available are to include blood pressure checks, cholesterol screenings, blood […]
The New Britain NAACP’s 2026 Freedom Fund Dinner is coming up this weekend. The NAACP says that the event is, “A powerful evening of unity, legacy, and forward movement.” “Join us for an inspiring evening featuring distinguished leaders, uplifting performances, and a renewed call to action as we continue the vital work of civil rights, […]
Senator Murphy Invites New Requests For Federal Funding Via Congress
Proposals for Special Appropriations Formerly Known as Earmarks Are Due March 19th By John McNamara Opportunities for “Congressionally Directed” federal funds for a wide range of community, institutional and local government projects in Connecticut are available through the office of U.S. Senator Chris Murphy (D-CT) who is a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee. Congressionally […]
Happening in New Britain Feb 27th to Mar 5th
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, February 27, 2023 to Sunday, March 5th include… [MEC id=”30923″] Editor’s note: If you would like to submit an event for inclusion in the New Britain Progressive weekly events articles, or would like to update something already listed, here, feel free […]
2023 Hoops for Homeless Benefit Basketball Tournament Team Registration Available
The 2023 Hoops for Homeless Benefit Basketball Tournament is set to be held this Saturday, April 29, 2023 and team registration is available.
Tickets Available for April Parks and Recreation Easter Egg Hunt
New Britain Parks and Recreation is to host an Easter Egg Hunt on April 1, 2023. Tickets are already available on the Parks and Recreation website.
Welcome to My World Autism Hosting 2nd Annual Autism Awareness Walk
Welcome to My World Autism is hosting its 2nd Annual Autism Awareness Walk.
Ed Vargas Is New Public Policy Chair At CCSU
Former Hartford State Rep, Union Leader Succeeds New Britain’s DeFronzo By John McNamara Former State Representative Ed Vargas, Jr. is the new holder of the Governor William A. O’Neill Endowed Chair in Public Policy and Practical Politics at Central Connecticut State University (CCSU) succeeding Don DeFronzo, a former New Britain Mayor, State Senator and state […]
Leaders Show Solidarity With Ukraine On First Anniversary of Invasion
Lamont, Congressional Delegation Support Continuing Military, Humanitarian Aid At CCSU Event By John McNamara NEW BRITAIN – Governor Lamont and members of Connecticut’s Congressional delegation led a “commemoration” of the first anniversary of the war in Ukraine Thursday, February 23rd, at Central Connecticut State University’s (CCSU) Alumni Hall. Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz emceed a 90-minute […]
Remote Public Participation Resumes At Common Council Meetings 2/22
Staff Reports NEW BRITAIN – The opportunity for residents to raise issues at the start of Common Council meetings remotely resumes at the regular bi-monthly meeting on Wednesday, February 22nd. City Hall Watch Remote participation was available at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic but was ended by city officials for both Council members and […]
“Formal Changes” Coming To Fair Rent Commission’s Rules And Regs
Common Council Petition Seeks Answers To Commission’s Compliance With The Law In Handling Landlord and Tenant Rent Increase Disputes By John McNamara NEW BRITAIN – The Mayor’s Office “will be seeking formal changes to the rules and regulations of the Fair Rent Commission” to clarify the roles of housing and human rights and opportunities employees […]
Legislators Get ‘Rennied’ for Bill On Mandatory Voting
Universal Voting Will Get A Hearing At General Assembly’s GAE Committee by John McNamara Courant Columnist Kevin Rennie has skewered the co-sponsors of a bill that would “institute mandatory voting” to “incentivise civic engagement” not once but twice this month. Raising Rennie’s ire is legislation that would require voters to cast a ballot or provide […]
Early Voting Bills Hearing Is Wednesday 2/22
CT Set To Join 46 Other States Allowing Balloting Ahead of Election Day Staff Reports HARTFORD – One of the big items for the General Assembly’s Government Administration and Elections (GAE) Committee in 2023 is implementing the state constitutional amendment that finally will allow early voting in the state. On Wednesday, February 22nd the GAE […]
Happening in New Britain Feb 20th to 26th
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, February 20, 2023 to Sunday, February 26th include… [MEC id=”30859″] Editor’s note: If you would like to submit an event for inclusion in the New Britain Progressive weekly events articles, or would like to update something already listed, here, feel free […]
Deadline Is Friday, Feb. 17 To Appeal Property Assessments
Common Council Adds Two Temporary Members For Board Hearings In March Staff Reports NEW BRITAIN – The Common Council has approved two special appointments to the Board of Assessment Appeal to hear property owner appeals of new assessments that took effect last October following the required revaluation of real estate in the city. The additions […]
North-Oak NRZ to Hold February Monthly Meeting
The North-Oak NRZ’s President, Manny Sandoval, has announced the February monthly meeting of the neighborhood organization. [MEC id=”30882″] The North-Oak Neighborhood Revitalization Zone (NRZ), the North-Oak neighborhood’s community organization, allows area residents and others involved in the neighborhood to work together to advocate for the future of the community. The NRZ’s monthly meeting is to […]
Happening in New Britain Feb 13th to 19th
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, February 13, 2023 to Sunday, February 19th include… [MEC id=”30792″] Editor’s note: If you would like to submit an event for inclusion in the New Britain Progressive weekly events articles, or would like to update something already listed, here, feel free […]
CCSU Brotherhood Initiative & National Parents Organization, CT To Host Panel Discussion: “Our Children: The Race For Racial Equality Through Policy”
The CCSU Brotherhood Initiative and National Parents Organization, CT are hosting, “A panel discussion on how to address injustice towards children in the family court system.”
CCSU Brotherhood Initiative & National Parents Organization, CT To Host Panel Discussion: “Our Children: The Race For Racial Equality Through Policy”
The CCSU Brotherhood Initiative and National Parents Organization, CT are hosting, “A panel discussion on how to address injustice towards children in the family court system.”
City to Honor Nine Prominent Black Community Members
Sam Simmons, Ethan Welsh, Jason Gibson, Ernestine Faienza, Mary Floyd, James Jones, Dana Smith, Quentin McDougal and Elmer Nixon are to be honored in a city hall ceremony in recognition of Black History Month. The City Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities and Mayor Erin E. Stewart announced that an exhibit honoring the prominent Black […]
Happening in New Britain Feb 6th to 12th
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, February 6, 2023 to Sunday, February 12th include… [MEC id=”30739″] Editor’s note: If you would like to submit an event for inclusion in the New Britain Progressive weekly events articles, or would like to update something already listed, here, feel free […]
CONCORA Presenting Concert – Feel the Spirit: The Legacy of Moses Hogan
CONCORA is presenting, “Feel the Spirit: The Legacy of Moses Hogan,” a concert held in honor of the widely acclaimed composer and conductor on the 20th anniversary of his passing. Hogan, CONCORA notes, “received worldwide acclaim for his arrangements of spirituals,” adding that, “He published more than 80 works prior to his death from a […]