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Another Restructuring Adds Millions In Debt To New Britain’s Finances
Fitch “does not consider this to be a prudent management practice during a period of recovery.” By John McNamara In a perfunctory special meeting on June 1st the Common Council unanimously adopted a municipal budget for the year that starts July 1st. The $251,046,177 million budget for the new fiscal year is “controlled, calculated and […]
Pride Flag Raised As City Honors LGBTQ+ Pride Month
The Pride Flag, representing LGBTQ+ pride and work for equality, was raised in front of City Hall in honor of LGBTQ+ Pride Month.
Little Poland Festival Returns To Success In 2022
Tens of thousands of people again thronged Broad Street in 2022 in celebration of New Britain’s Little Poland Festival.
New Life II Downtown Recovery Center Seeks To Assist And Support People
The New Life II Center in downtown New Britain seeks to expand people’s understanding of what recovery means, Pastor Dana Smith says.
North-Oak NRZ President Manny Sandoval Sets Vision
North-Oak Neighborhood Revitalization Zone President Manny Sandoval kicked off work ahead in the May meeting of the community organization.
Charter Commission Reportedly Submits Draft Recommendations
The Charter Revision Commission appointed by the City Council in January has reportedly submitted its draft recommendations.
DTC Condemns Buffalo Attack, Race-Baiting Politicians and Gun Violence
By John McNamara New Britain – In the aftermath of the racially motivated killings at a Tops supermarket in Buffalo May 14th, the New Britain Democratic Town Committee (NBDTC) Thursday adopted a resolution calling for local action and condemning “white supremacy” that “remains a prevalent and dangerous reality in the United State today.” Last Saturday […]
New Britain NAACP Calls Out Mainstream Xenophobic, Race Baiting Leading To Buffalo Shootings
The New Britain NAACP has called out the dangers of white supremacy leading to violence, like the recent racist, terrorist murders in Buffalo
Scott Organizing On High Water Bill Issue at May 18th Water Board Meeting
After two April Water Board meetings were cancelled, Board of Assessment Appeals member Candyce Scott is again organizing people to advocate