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By John McNamara http://nbpoliticus.com City officials and residents focused on forming neighborhood watches at a…
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“More than 2,700 lives were lost in New York City on 9/11. Since then, more…
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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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The Department of Energy and Environmental Protection must more closely regulate the Oxford Compressor Station…
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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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By John McNamara http://nbpoliticus.com City officials and residents focused on forming neighborhood watches at a September 3rd joint meeting of Neighborhood Revitalization Zone (NRZ) committees organized by leaders of the East Side and North Oak NRZs. Mayor Bobby Sanchez and Police Chief Matthew Marino fielded questions on traffic safety, homelessness, the use of red light/speed […]
“More than 2,700 lives were lost in New York City on 9/11. Since then, more than 8,000 first responders and survivors suffering from illnesses related to toxic exposure — like lung cancer, blood cancer or respiratory illnesses — have died.” By John McNamara NBPoliticus A full contingent of New Britain’s first responders appeared at Central […]
NAACP Members to Greet Kids On First Day of School
The NAACP New Britain Branch #2006 is organizing adults to greet and encourage kids on the first day of school, August 31, 2022.
New Britain Museum of American Art’s September First Friday to Feature “The Cartells”
The New Britain Museum of American Art will host the band, “The Cartells,” at its popular First Friday event.
Happening in New Britain Aug 29th to Sep 4th
New Britain city meetings and community events the week of Monday, August 29, 2022 to Sunday, September 4th, include the start of school.
School District to Hold Annual Back to School Bash
The Consolidated School District of New Britain has planned its annual Back to School Bash for the upcoming 2022-23 school year.
New Britain Symphony to Hold “Symphony Sampler” Concert in Walnut Hill Park
The New Britain Symphony Orchestra has announced that it is presenting a free concert, featuring five musical ensembles at Walnut Hill Park.
Does New Britain need a chief operating officer and a full time mayor?
Misleading Referendum Proposes High Level Patronage Job To Manage Municipal Government by John McNamara NEW BRITAIN – Creating a new chief operating officer to manage the municipality and making town clerk and tax collector jobs appointed instead of elected offices are big and very different questions for a referendum vote in November.Voters, however, won’t have […]
Happening in New Britain Aug 22nd to 28th
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, August 22, 2022 to Sunday, August 28th, include…
“Barbecue” to Be Performed at Hole in the Wall Theater
The Hole in the Wall Theater is to perform Robert O’Hara’s “Barbecue”, during the end of August and beginning of September.
Summer Music Series at Walnut Hill Park to Feature “Nightshift”
The 2022 Summer Music Series is planned to feature “Nightshift” at an upcoming concert at New Britain’s historic Walnut Hill Park.
Racial Justice Coalition & North Oak NRZ Planning “Back to School Giveaway Fest”
The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition and the North-Oak NRZ are planning a “Back to school giveaway fest” for the start of the 2022-2023 school year.
Racial Justice Coalition & North Oak NRZ Planning “Back to School Giveaway Fest”
The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition and the North-Oak NRZ are planning a “Back to school giveaway fest” for the start of the 2022-2023 school year.
Happening in New Britain Aug 15th to 21st
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, August 15, 2022 to Sunday, August 21st, include… [MEC id=”28491″] 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 […]
30th Annual, and Final, Osgood Shoot-Out This Weekend
The Osgood Shootout, New Britain’s venerable benefit basketball tournament, will be played for its 30th and final time this weekend.
Primary Day Brings Top Leaders to New Britain
Gov. Ned Lamont (D-CT) and Lt. Gov. Susan Bysiewicz (D-CT) were among the top leaders in attendance at polls on Tuesday’s primary.
Happening in New Britain Aug 8th to 14th
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, August 8, 2022 to Sunday, August 14th, include…
Primary on Tuesday Will Decide Contested Party Nominations
Voters registered to vote in primaries will chose Democratic and Republican candidates for statewide offices and U.S. Senate on Tues, Aug 9th.
Racial Justice Coalition and Recovery for All Hosting “A Night of Learning”
New Britain Racial Justice Coalition is hosting “Night of Learning” with the statewide organization, “Recovery for All.”
Attorney Geragosian Remembered As Passionate Defender, Advocate For Social Justice
For Geragosian, alongside his wife, Realtor Harriet Geragosian, social and economic justice have lasted a life time.
NB Mayoral Aide’s Campaign For Secretary of The State Under Scrutiny By Election Commission
Republican Brock Weber Withdraws From SOTS Contest Amid Inquiry On Contributions By John McNamara The campaign of Republican Brock Weber, one of three Republicans seeking the nomination for Secretary of the State in the August 9th Primary, is being investigated by the State Elections Enforcement Commission (SEEC) for alleged violations of campaign finance law. Weber, […]