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Early voting for the August 11 State and Federal Primaries has officially begun in New…
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In an effort to connect local job-seekers with expanding regional employers, Mayor Bobby Sanchez (D)…
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By Carol S. Austad, Ph.D The spotted lanternfly is no longer someone else’s problem. It…
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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 Carol S. Austad, Ph.D The spotted lanternfly is no longer someone else’s problem. It…
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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 […]
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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 […]
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By John McNamara Saturday, March 7th was one of those days when New Britain lived…
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Early voting for the August 11 State and Federal Primaries has officially begun in New Britain, offering voters a seven-day period to cast their ballots ahead of Primary Day. The early voting period, which opened on Monday, August 3, will run through Sunday, August 9. Eligible registered voters can cast their ballots at either of […]
In an effort to connect local job-seekers with expanding regional employers, Mayor Bobby Sanchez (D) has announced that the City of New Britain and the Connecticut Department of Labor are hosting a Multi-Employer Job Fair tomorrow, August 6th. “The strength of New Britain has always been our people,” Mayor Bobby Sanchez said. “When we create […]
Reader: Urge State Legislators to Support Climate Change Superfund Legislation
By Joe Wasserman If you agree that our future is threatened by catastrophic climate change urge your State Representative and State Senator to advocate for HB 5156, An Act Concerning a Climate Change Superfund. The oil company profits have been massive and it is the oil companies that should pay for the enormous damages created […]
New Britain Racial Justice Coalition to Host Community Budget Vision Session – Postponed
Editor’s note (1/17/2026): The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition has announced that, “Our Community Budget Vision Session scheduled for Saturday February 21st has been POSTPONED! Please be on the lookout for more information on when it will be rescheduled.” The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition is inviting the community for a Community Budget Vision Session. […]
Council Democrats Propose Resolution Affirming Commitment to City Services for All Residents, Including Immigrants
Against the backdrop of the aggressive immigration policies of the Trump administration, the New Britain Democratic members of the City Council have proposed a resolution affirming the City’s, “commitment to the safety, dignity, and equal treatment of all residents.” In its resolution, the Council Democrats express that, in the community, “concerns related to federal immigration […]
Council to Appoint Alberto Borrero to Ward 3 Council Vacancy
City Council members have introduced a resolution to appoint Concord Street resident Alberto Borrero to fill a vacancy on the Council representing Ward 3. The vacancy is created because of the election of State Rep Iris Sanchez (D-25) in a special election last month. Rep Sanchez has already begun serving at the State Capitol during […]
Rep. Iris Sanchez joins legislature…State grant boosts Mt. Pleasant Phase 1…Schools seek 14.82% more…City mourns Ald. Hargraves
News Briefs for Week Ending February 7, 2026 By NB Politicus State Rep. Sanchez Joins Legislature for 2026 Session State Rep. Iris Noemi Sanchez (D-25) was one of two new members of the House of Representatives to take their seats for the first time at the Connecticut General Assembly’s 2026 session on opening day, February […]
Snow Ban Issued in New Britain Starting Friday, February 6, 2026 at 8:00pm – Ended 7/7/2026 at 6:00pm
Editor’s note: New Britain Police announced that the parking ban ended at 6:00pm 2/7/2026 and that cars needed to be removed from free parking lots by midnight. The office of Mayor Bobby Sanchez has announced that: SNOW EMERGENCY PARKING BAN Beginning Friday, February 6, 2026 at 8:00pm A parking ban has been ordered by Mayor […]
Alderman Hargraves Brought People Together
Remembering A Life of Public Service, Helping Others Alderman Jerrell Hargraves, who died unexpectedly this week, brought a quiet, unassuming demeanor to his work as the city’s human rights officer and on the Common Council representing Ward 2. When Jerrell spoke in that baritone voice on any issue before the Council he had something substantive […]
Take It From a Hundred Year Old: Vote If You Don’t Want a Tyrant King
By Ida Cohen The United States uniquely defied thousands of years of governments led by kings, by creating a country of laws. The cry of the times, “No taxation without representation!” The people’s will would be reflected by their votes. No kings for us! How ironic, “All men are created equal…” when the fathers of […]
Job Information and Career Resources Sessions Continue at New Britain Public Library
The New Britain Public Library has announced that it is partnering with the American Job Center, “to continue our one-on-one Job Information and Career Resources sessions that will take place on the second and fourth Monday of each month.” “Do you want to improve your current job prospects, find a new job, or change careers?” […]
Community and Leaders Mourn and Honor Ald Jerrell Hargraves
City leaders and community members are mourning the passing of New Britain Ward 2 City Council member, Ald Jerrell Hargraves today. Mayor Bobby Sanchez, in a public message to the New Britain Community said that, It is with profound sadness that we mourn the passing of Alderman Jerrell Hargraves. Jerrell devoted his life to serving […]
Lawmakers Discuss Issues on Tap for 2026 Legislature at LWV Brunch
By John McNamara School aid, affordable housing and countering unlawful Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) were key topics discussed at a January 31 Legislative Brunch organized by the New Britain area League of Women Voters (LWV). State Representatives Rebecca Martinez (D-22) of Plainville and Iris Noemi Sanchez (D-25) and David DeFronzo (D-26) of New Britain […]
New Britain Public Library Hosting Frederick Douglass Speeches – “Becoming Frederick Douglass” on Kanopy
The New Britain Public Library is hosting an event – Frederick Douglass speeches – Becoming Frederick Douglass – on Kanopy. The event is Friday, February 13, 2026 from 3:00pm to 4:00pm. The Library says, BECOMING FREDERICK DOUGLASS explores the inspiring story of how a man born into slavery transformed himself into one of the most […]
New Britain Week in Review
Short Takes on local news and occurrences for week ending 1/31/26 By NB Politicus Storm Benjamin On Sunday January 25th the biggest storm in a decade dumped 16.4 inches of snow in New Britain prompting city government to replenish its supply of road salt with more than seven weeks left in winter. It took more […]
Network Disruption Affects City – Officials Assure that Public Safety Services Remain Fully Operational
The office of New Britain Mayor Bobby Sanchez is assuring residents that, “New Britain’s Public Safety operations are functioning as they should and the City will continue to provide services,” after what city officials are calling, “a network disruption affecting certain City systems.” WFSB reported that the incident is, “a suspected cyber attack on City […]
Reader: Doomsday is Not Inevitable – We Can Change Course
By Joseph Wasserman On January 27th the doomsday clock was set to 85 second before midnight. As we see confrontations between nuclear armed nations escalate, we can act by calling on our Senators, Chris Murphy and Richard Blumenthal, to cosponsor S Res 323. S Res 323 calls for putting a halt and reversing the nuclear […]
Officials Provide Update On Allen Street Project to Upgrade Stormwater System
By John McNamara City officials have provided an update on plans and financing to complete the Allen Street project to replace an outmoded storm water and sewage system that causes neighborhood flooding during heavy rains and extensive damage to basements and property. Mayor Bobby Sanchez said Allen Street improvements have been the priority for his […]
Congresswoman Jahana Hayes Announces Federal “Casework on your Corner” in New Britain
Congresswoman Jahana Hayes (D-5), New Britain’s member of the US House of Representatives, has announced the addition of New Britain as a featured location for her “Casework on your Corner” outreach initiative. The program is scheduled to take place on Thursday, January 29, 2026. Members of the Congresswoman’s staff will be available to meet with […]