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New Britain Schools Change Columbus Day to Indigenous People Day
The New Britain Board of Education has voted to permanently change the city schools’ recognition of Columbus Day to Indigenous People Day.
Protest Calls for City to Remove Columbus Statue
Protesters held a demonstration and march calling for the swift removal by the city of the Christopher Columbus statue in New Britain.
March to Call for Removal of Christopher Columbus Statue
The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition is organizing a march and call-in to the City Council, pressing for removal of the Christopher Columbus statue.
Republican Revisits Controversially Changed Affirmative Action Plan
In 2016, Ald. Kristian Rosado (R-2) proposed changes to the city’s Affirmative Action Plan that many considered “gutting” the existing plan.
CT Peace Fest Holding Protest in Tribute to Dowdell
A peaceful protest has been announced by the group, CT Peace Fest, in tribute to musical artist Zoe “Gangstalicious” Dowdell.
City Opening Pools But Not Splash Pads
City pools are set to open this weekend, but the city will not open the splash pads in the public parks during the summer of 2020.
City Council Declares Racism A Public Health Crisis
New Britain has joined four other cities and towns in declaring that racism is a public health crisis, with a resolution approved by the City Council.
Juneteenth Event Focuses on Activism for Change
The afternoon summer heat did not deter the commitment of marchers and protesters who celebrated Juneteenth and called for an end to systemic racism.
Council to Have Special Meeting on Borrowing for Operating Expenses
Republican Mayor Erin Stewart has called the New Britain City Council into a meeting on what is described as a plan to borrow to cover annual city budgets.
City Considers Adding $30 Million Debt to Cover Deficits
Once again, under Republican Mayor Erin Stewart, the city is considering borrowing to cover the cost of city spending, now with a $70 million proposal.