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By John McNamara – nbpoliticus.com NEW BRITAIN – Thumbs up and honking of horns from…
Community News
The Hungerford Nature Center & Museum has announced that it is hosting a Responders Appreciation…
News Analysis
By Carol S. Austad, Ph.D The spotted lanternfly is no longer someone else’s problem. It…
Featured Journalism
by John McNamara Sponsors and attendees at the New Britain Public Library’s (NBPL) 10th Annual Fundraiser on…
Opinion
By Carol S. Austad, Ph.D The spotted lanternfly is no longer someone else’s problem. It…
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
To: Our Neighborhood Flooding, Sanitary Back-Up and Break VictimsConcerned Taxpayers and ResidentsCity, State, and Federal…
Latest News and Opinion
The Hungerford Nature Center & Museum has announced that it is hosting a Responders Appreciation Cookout. The Nature Center & Museum says, “Join Hungerford Nature Center & Museum as we celebrate the incredible first responders who serve our community every day!”, adding, On Sunday, August 16, from 5:00–7:00 PM, we’re opening our doors to first […]
Mayor Bobby Sanchez (D), joined by Governor Ned Lamont (D), U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D) U.S. Senator Chris Murphy (D) and U.S. Representative Jahana Hayes (D-5), CTDOT Commissioner Garrett Eucalitto and State Representative David DeFronzo (D-26) are set to announce a major $14.7 million federal BUILD Grant aimed at completely overhauling the intersection of East […]
A local workshop aimed at empowering teenagers is offering a comprehensive summer program designed to build vital life skills, support mental wellness, and encourage community involvement. “Gorgy Meets Youth,” presented by LEAD (Leaders for Educational Advocacy and Diversity) and featuring “Gorgy by Candy,” by Candyce Scott.invites local teens to participate in an ongoing series of […]
Fri, Jul 31
10:00 am
New Britain Public Library
New Britain Public Library: Time for Tots
20 High Street
Fri, Jul 31
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
New Life ll
Computer Lab at New Life II Recovery Community Center
117 West Main Street
Fri, Jul 31
5:00 pm
New Britain Museum of American Art
Art Happy Hour at New Britain Museum of American Art
56 Lexington Street
Fri, Jul 31
6:15 pm - 7:45 pm
A.W. Stanley Park Pool
Fri, Jul 31
7:00 pm
The Repertory Theatre
Connecticut Theatre Company Presenting “Jesus Christ Superstar”
23 Norden Street
Fri, Jul 31
8:00 pm
Willow Brook Park Pool
“Flick & Float” Events at New Britain City Pools
80 Mill Street
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Happening in New Britain Sep 27th to Oct 3rd
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, September 27, 2021 to Sunday, October 3rd include…
Diaspora Society to Hold 4th Multicultural Festival
The Diaspora Multicultural Society is continuing its early autumn community tradition, hosting its 4th Annual Multicultural Festival.
Sanchez Criticizes Stewart Over School Comments
Rep. Bobby Sanchez (D-25) sharply criticized Republican Mayor Erin Stewart over Stewart’s New Britain High School comments.
NBHS Returns to In-School Classes
NBHS’s Principal has announced that in-school classes will resume this week, after earlier announcing three days of remote learning.
NBYT to Hold “A Christmas Carol” Auditions
New Britain-based No Boundaries Youth Theater has announced auditions for its December production of “A Christmas Carol.”
Polish American Foundation to Celebrate 25th Anniversary – POSTPONED
The New Britain-based Polish American Foundation of Connecticut is planning a Gala to celebrate its 25th Anniversary.
Happening in New Britain Sep 20th to 26th
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, September 20, 2021 to Sunday, September 26th include… Editor’s note (9/24/2021): The article was updated to note the correct day of the Fall Yoga Class. Apologies for the error. Editor’s note (9/28/2021): The article originally neglected to include the September 26th […]
YWCA Announces CDC Funding, Expanding House of Teens Programming
The New Britain YWCA has announced that new CDC funding will allow it to train more youth community health workers.
Teachers and Paraprofessionals to Host Community Conversation
A New Britain Community Conversation is to be hosted by the New Britain Federation of Teachers & New Britain Federation of Paraprofessionals.
Strong Thanks Supporters; Looks Toward Progressive Future
Democrat Alicia Hernandez Strong thanked supporters of her campaign for Mayor, while looking to the future on issues her campaign raised.