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Fifth Congressional District Democratic Primary Comes to New Britain
The Fifth Congressional District House seat is up for grabs in November and the Democratic Primary has come to New Britain. While the platforms of the two Democrats running in the Democratic primary on August 13 2018 are very similar, maybe the delineating factors are race and experience holding elected office. Mary Glassman opened her campaign […]
Board of Education Makes Appointments to Administrative Positions
Consolidated School District of New Britain has announced that the Board of Education has filled a number of administrative positions in the school district ahead of the upcoming school year. The school district announced appointments to nine positions. Michael Foran, who was appointed as Assistant Superintendent. Mark Spalding, appointed as Director of Pupil Services. Danielle […]
$21.8 Million in State Grants to New Britain Organizations and Schools Announced
Four prominent New Britain organizations and two schools are receiving what totals millions of dollars in grants from funding allocated by the State Bond Commission at its July 25, 2018 meeting. The grants allow the organizations and schools to purchase, expand or renovate facilities used for the services that they provide. The grants, totaling $21.8 million, […]
City Council Petition to Be Introduced on Allen Street Stop Sign
Ald. Emmanuel Sanchez (D-AL) is introducing a City Council petition for the city to consider restoring stop signs at the corner of Allen and Carlton Street. Sanchez’ petition, in the draft as submitted, says, “Please reinstall the stop signs at the corner of Allen St. and Carlton St. as there have been several car accidents […]
Sights and Sounds at 2018 Festival Puertorriqueño de New Britain
Hundreds of people gathered on High Street for New Britain’s Puerto Rican Festival, celebrating Puerto Rican culture and New Britain’s close cultural bond with Puerto Rico. Festive music filled the air, as people enjoyed live performances and conversation with friends. Delicious food was served. Refreshing drinks were served, as well. Visitors were able shop at […]
Fire Department Announces “Open Recruitment” for Fire Fighter Positions
New Britain Fire Chief Raul Ortiz has announced that the New Britain Fire Department is having an “open recruitment process,” for fire fighter positions. Minimum requirements described in the recruitment for the positions include: Being at least eighteen years of age Holding a high school diploma or GED Having a valid driver’s license. “Must be […]
Candidates Make Appearances in New Britain As Primaries Approach
When, on a hot July day, Democratic Congressional Candidate Jahana Hayes greeted residents at the New Britain Diner, she was among a number of Democratic candidates who have been visiting New Britain to meet people in the city ahead of the upcoming primary elections. On August 14th voters will make a number of key decisions about […]
“It’s not for sale.” – Council Votes Down Selling Fifteen Acres to Burlington.
The City Council overwhelmingly voted down a proposal to sell fifteen acres of New Britain owned Class 3 watershed land to the town of Burlington, defeating the plan at its July 11, 2018 meeting. The vote is a victory for Protect Our Watersheds CT and others who had opposed the sale. Protect Our Watersheds CT and […]
Apparent Leaky Pipes Arise As Issue in Debate on Mining Plan – Council Considers Hiring Firm to Study.
The City Council is set to consider a resolution to study what the state Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) said is, “what appears to be an increasingly leak-prone water distribution system,” in New Britain. The consultant hired under the resolution would study and offer recommendations on this, “unaccounted water.” On May 25, 2018, the CEQ released their […]
Puerto Rican Society Honors Isabel Cancel
The Puerto Rican Society of New Britain dedicated its 2018 Puerto Rican Festival Banquet in honor of longtime community activist Isabelita Cancel. The Banquet was held on July 7th. The Banquet is held annually to support the New Britain Puerto Rican Festival. The 2018 Festival will be on July 21st. In addition to her active membership in […]