18 May, 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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Stewart Suspends Governor Campaign After Investigation Report Says She Misused City Funds

An independent investigation has concluded that former New Britain Mayor Erin Stewart (R) engaged in a pattern of behavior that violated public trust by misusing her city-issued credit card for personal, family, and campaign expenses. In the wake of the report’s findings, Stewart has suspended her campaign for Governor of Connecticut, while current Mayor Bobby […]

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Hungerford Nature Center Hosting WinterFest 2026

Hungerford Nature Center has announced that it is hosting its upcoming 2026 Winterfest. The Center says, Bundle up and join us for Winter Fest at Hungerford Nature Center โ›„๐ŸŒฒ Explore our trails, meet our animal ambassadors, and enjoy simple, hands-on activities that bring our winter to life. Your registration supports our mission to connect families […]

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Iris Sanchez Wins Special Election to Become New Britain’s Newest State Legislator

Editorโ€™s note: The cover photo is by Dr Frank Gerratana on Veterans Day. City Council member, Ald Iris Noemi Sanchez (D-3) was overwhelmingly elected in the special election in the 25th State Assembly district, to become New Britain’s newest state legislator. Sanchez appears to have won, unofficially, 354 to 180. The special election was to […]

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Special Election Day Arrives in 25th District

Election Day has arrived in New Britainโ€™s 25th Assembly District for the special election to fill the state representative seat left vacant following Mayor Bobby Sanchezโ€™s recent election to the cityโ€™s top office. The special election features a contest between Democratic City Council member, Ald Iris Noemi Sanchez (D-3) and Republican City Constable Jamie Vaughan […]

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Mayor Sanchez Establishes Task Force on Public Safety

Editor’s note: The cover photo is by Dr Frank Gerratana on Veterans Day. Mayor Bobby Sanchez (D) has announced that he has established a new Mayorโ€™s Task Force on Public Safety, saying, “Public safety is the foundation of a strong community.” The Task Force, established under Mayor Sanchez’ Executive Order Number 1, is to serve […]

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Activist Advocates for Allen St. Project, Iris Sanchez for 25th District

To: – Our Neighborhood Flooding, Sanitary Back-up, and Break Victims– Concerned Taxpayers and Residents– City, State, and Federal Officials ICYMI, click on the link below for more detailsโ€ฆ”The Top Stories of New Britain for 2025: The Allen St. Project.” VOTEโ€ฆ Iris Sanchez, January 6th, 2026, for the 25th District State House Of Representatives. As you […]

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Early Voting Underway in 25th District Special Election.

Early voting will continue this weekend for voters in New Britainโ€™s 25th Assembly District in the special election to fill the state representative seat left vacant following Mayor Bobby Sanchezโ€™s recent election to the cityโ€™s top office. Election Day is Tuesday, January 6, 2026, when voters who have not yet voted by they will be […]

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Top Stories of 2025

As we get ready to start 2026, the New Britain Progressive looks back at some of the important stories the New Britain Progressive covered in 2025. Many of these stories span multiple articles covered in the New Britain Progressive, so many of the larger stories are represented by one article, here. With that, here are […]