28 June, 2026
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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 […]

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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Connecticut Honors New Britain Mentor and Parent

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 […]

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Council Approves $4 Million for Upgrades to Stop Flooding, But City Says Project Not to Happen Until 2025

The City Council unanimously approved $4 million for improvements to address flooding experienced by residents of the Allen Street, Roxbury Road and CCSU area, but the city Public Works director says that the project likely will not happen until 2025. Ald. Luz Ortiz-Luna (R-AL) and Ald. Desiree Costa (R-AL) had introduced the proposal to provide […]

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CCSU Investigating Potential Food Poisoning at Campus Cafรฉ

Central Connecticut State University says that it is investigating potential food poisoning at its Hilltop Cafรฉ. The University, in a statement, says that its, “university Environmental Health & Safety Department is working with the City of New Britain Department of Public Health and food service provider Sodexo,” in the health investigation. “Students can get services […]

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Residents Advocate for Approval Tonight of $4 Million Upgrades to Stop Flooding

Residents of the Allen Street, Roxbury Road and CCSU area say they are pressing for Council members to approve $4 million in sewer and drainage improvements proposed by two Council members to addressย flooding they have experienced at the Council meeting tonight. Ald. Luz Ortiz-Luna (R-AL) and Ald. Desiree Costa (R-AL) introduced the proposal to provide […]

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