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New Britain Mayor Bobby Sanchez (D) joined with Sen Rick Lopes (D-6), Rep Manny Sanchez…
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By Bike New Britain On Monday, Bike New Britain will be providing the 5th grade…
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By Joe Wasserman Members of Back from the Brink CT carried a poster into the…
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The Common Council will hold three meetings (May 5,6,7) to review the Mayor’s proposed budget…
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by John McNamara Sponsors and attendees at the New Britain Public Library’s (NBPL) 10th Annual Fundraiser on…
New Britain Racial Justice Coalition
By the New Britain Racial Justice Coalition, The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition (NBRJC) is raising serious concerns about Mayor Bobby Sanchez’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 […]
Community Announcements
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 […]
History
By John McNamara Saturday, March 7th was one of those days when New Britain lived…
Schools
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 […]
Flooding Series
Updated 1-30-26 Presentation #50: This revised record shares the current status of our neighborhood’s storm,…
Latest News and Opinion
The Common Council will hold three meetings (May 5,6,7) to review the Mayor’s proposed budget for the July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027. City departments under the jurisdiction of the Planning, Zoning and Housing Committee (PZH) will be reviewed Tuesday, May 5. The Administration, Finance, Law and Public Services Committee (AFLPS) will continue the review on […]
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 […]
Tue, May 5
9:30 am
New Britain Public Library
Hunger Action Team Meeting
20 High Street
Tue, May 5
6:30 pm
City Hall
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New Britain Public Library Launching New “Adventurers Club” for HeroQuest and Dungeons and Dragons
“New monthly gaming club starting this November!” the New Britain Public Library says. “Join us for monthly sessions of HeroQuest and Dungeons and Dragons! Seats are limited, please register online or by calling 860-224-3155 ext. 125.”
New Britain Museum of American Art November First Friday to Feature Locomotion
The New Britain Museum of American Art is to have live music from Locomotion at its First Friday event for November.
Halloween Season in New Britain
It is the Halloween season, and events are happening in the New Britain community in celebration. From the lighthearted to the creepy, culminating in treat or treating, or trunk or treating, the season promises to be a ghoulish good time. If you know of any other events happening for Halloween, or any other events, please […]
Outgoing Council to Consider Yet More in Long List of 2023 Zone Changes
In its last meeting, the outgoing New Britain City Council will consider more land use zone and zoning ordinance changes. The proposals add to a raft of zoning changes already approved by the Republican-controlled Council in June and September of 2023. East Street and Newington Avenue One change would rezone an area along the corner […]
State League of Women Voters Co-President Calls On Voters to Seek Candidate Information
Election Information You Need To the residents of New Britain, Please make sure you know all about the candidates and issues on your ballot! The outcome of these elections will impact our everyday lives. Please, citizens of New Britain, find your personalized voter guide to see where your candidates stand on issues like: Jobs, Affordable […]
Happening in New Britain Oct 23rd to 29th
In New Britain, from Monday, October 23, 2023 to Sunday, October 19th, community meetings and events include, The New Britain Progressive, a publication of the New Britain Independent Newspaper, Inc. is free to read and community supported. http://newbritainprogressive.com. Please feel free to help the New Britain Progressive with a donation, and you are invited to […]
Justice for Katherine March to be Held
A march is to be held in honor of Katherine M. Colon, who died after being struck by a New Britain police car in September.
NBHS PTO Holding Clothing Drive
The New Britain High School PTO is holding a Clothing Drive to, “help those in need!”
South Church Music Series to Feature Performance by Frank Zilinyi
The Music Series at South Church is hosting a concert featuring organist Frank R. Zilinyi.
CCSU Black Box Theatre Presenting “Silent Sky”
The CCSU Black Box Theatre is presenting “Silent Sky”. The Theatre says, “The true story of 19th-century astronomer Henrietta Leavitt explores a woman’s place in society during a time of immense scientific and heart-bound discoveries.”