28 June, 2026
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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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New Britain Public Library Hosting Black History Month Fashion Show by Candyce Scott

The New Britain Public Library is hosting a Black History Month Fashion Show, presented by Candyce Scott, the creative force behind Gorgy by Candy. The event is Saturday, February 7th, 2026 in Periodical Room from 2:00pm to 4:00pm. The Library invites people to “Visit the booths of”: CT Lead ProgramGorgy By CandyLaunch ClothingJackie’s JewelryGateway 2 […]

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New Britain Racial Justice Coalition Affirms Correction Ombuds’ Findings

By the the New Britain Racial Justice Coalition The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition (NBRJC) affirms the findings of the Connecticut Correction Ombudsโ€™ 2025 Conditions of Confinement Report and names the central truth it reveals: mass incarceration itself is the crisis. The documented conditionsโ€”black mold, rodent infestations, sewage backups, extreme heat, spoiled food, prolonged lockdowns, […]

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City Audit For 2025 Fiscal Year Finalized on Time

Independent auditors delivered New Britain’s financial statements for the year ending June 30, 2025 to city officials and the state Office of Policy and Management ahead of a December 31st deadline after several years of the reports being filed late. Material weaknesses and noncompliance found in prior years have been corrected, according to the CliftonLarsonAllen […]

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City to Honor the Birthday of Rev Dr Martin Luther King, Jr.

Mayor Bobby Sanchez, the Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities, the Mary McLeod Bethune Club, and the Black Ministers Alliance are cordially inviting the public to join them in honoring the birthday of Reverend Dr Martin Luther King Jr. The citywide event, scheduled for Monday, January 19, 2026, will focus on the theme “Unity through […]

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City Issues Snow Parking Ban on January 18, 2026 – Ends Jan 19th at 12:00pm

Editorโ€™s Note (1/19/2026): The city has announced that the parking ban ends January 19, 2026 at 12:00pm, saying, PARKING BAN UPDATEThe parking ban ends at 12pm today, January 19, 2026โ€”be sure to move your vehicle by 6pm if it is parked in a free parking lot Stanley Golf Course, Osgood Park, City parking lot at […]

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NBMAA Access for All Community Day for Rev Dr Martin Luther King Jr Day

The New Britain Museum of American Art (NBMAA) is inviting the public to honor the legacy of the Rev Dr Martin Luther King Jr through a vibrant day of art, music, and community reflection. In partnership with the CT Center for Nonviolence (CTCN), the museum will host its Access for All Community Day, centered around […]

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Iris Sanchez sworn in as State Rep for New Britainโ€™s 25thย District

State Rep. Iris Sanchez (D-25) has been sworn in as the State Representative from New Britain’s 25th District. The swearing-in ceremony occurred in the House Chamber on Tuesday, January 13th. The 2026 Legislative Session is set to begin on February 4th, 2026. Rep. Sanchez, a multi-term member of the New Britain Common Council from Ward […]

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Art Schaller and Hometown Foundation Bring New K-9 Gus to New Britain Police

The New Britain Police Department is expanding its K-9 unit with the addition of K-9 Gus. The Hometown Foundation, Inc says that it, is excited to share that thanks to a generous donation by Art Schaller of Schaller Auto World, the New Britain Police Department will be adding โ€œK-9 Gusโ€ to their K-9-unit team. K-9 […]