27 April, 2026

New Britain Racial Justice Coalition

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Racial Justice Coalition Questions Sanchez Budget Proposal

By the New Britain Racial Justice Coalition, The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition (NBRJC) is raising serious concerns about Mayor Bobby Sanchezโ€™s proposed FY27 budget, stating clearly that it reduces overall education funding while failing to meaningfully invest in libraries and community services. Despite public claims of increased support for schools, the full budget shows […]

The Arts

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Central Connecticut State University’s Theatre Department Presenting “In Pieces”

The Central Connecticut State University’s Theatre Department is presenting “In Pieces”, which it says is, “a bold, contemporary new musical featuring a pop-driven score that dives into echoes of love, loss, and self-discovery by weaving the romantic journeys of six characters across three-chapters of life.” The play is April 30th, May 1st and 2nd at […]

Schools

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New Holmes Elementary Nears Completion

By John McNamara Renovations and expansion of the Stanley H. Holmes Elementary School on Stanley Street will be completed in the coming weeks. Members of the School Building Committee toured the K-5 school on April 22 with Kamil Musical , Newfield Constructionโ€™s project manager, and School District staff members. The Holmes School was built in 1956 and is undergoing […]
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State Police Reportedly Investigating Allegations in Blogoslawski Report

According to the Hartford Courant and confirmed by other press sources, State Police are investigating after a scathing report was issued by the firm hired to investigate allegations of misconduct in the City Revenue Collectorโ€™s Office. That report said that, โ€œThe evidence indicates that Ms. [Cheryl] Blogoslawski improperly backdated tax payments for her own personal […]

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Activists Share Update for Neighbors on Allen Street Project

Updated 1-30-26 Presentation #50: This revised record shares the current status of our neighborhood’s storm, sewer, and water systems, along with responses from our City, State, and Federal Officials. Our concerns must be prioritized. To: Our Neighborhood Flooding, Sanitary Back-Up, and Break VictimsConcerned Taxpayers and ResidentsCity, State, and Federal Officials As Senator Blumenthal noted, we […]

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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 […]

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Officials Provide Update On Allen Street Project to Upgrade Stormwaterย 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 […]

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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 […]

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League of Women Voters Holding 2026 Annual Legislative Brunch

The League of Women Voters of the New Britain Area has announced it will host its 2026 Legislative Brunch on Saturday, January 31, 2026. According to the League, the event is scheduled for 10:00am in the Community Room of the New Britain Public Library, located at 20 High Street. The organization has invited state legislators […]

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City Issues Snow Parking Ban Beginning Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 8:00pm; Ending 6:00pm 1/26/2026

Editor’s note (1/26/2026): The City of New Britain has announced that the parking ban is ending at 6:00pm today, January 26, 2026. The City says, The City of New Britain has announced: A parking ban has been ordered by Mayor Bobby Sanchez of New Britain in anticipation of the snow which has been forecasted. The […]

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Rep Dave DeFronzo Announces 2026 Polish Day Celebration at the State Capitol to Be April 30th

State Rep Dave DeFronzo (D-26) has announced that the 2026 Polish Day Celebration at the State Capitol is planned for Thursday, April 30th in the North Lobby and South Grounds of the State Capitol. The event, Rep DeFronzo’s office says, “will feature music from Polish singing groups and the recognition of honorees who have made […]