News
New Britain Mayor Bobby Sanchez (D) joined with Sen Rick Lopes (D-6), Rep Manny Sanchez…
Community News
New Britain Mayor Bobby Sanchez (D) has announced availability of the 2026 New Britain Arts…
Opinion
By Joe Wasserman Members of Back from the Brink CT carried a poster into the…
News Analysis
The Common Council will hold three meetings (May 5,6,7) to review the Mayor’s proposed budget…
Featured Journalism
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
New Britain Mayor Bobby Sanchez (D) has announced availability of the 2026 New Britain Arts and Cultural Organizations (NBACO) State-Funded Grant Program. The City says that the program, made possible through the Connecticut Office of the Arts’ Directed Local Funds Grant, administered by the Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development, “is designed to support […]
Mayor Bobby Sanchez and the City of New Britain have announced the 2026 Annual Memorial Day Parade, honoring New Britain’s, longstanding tradition honoring the brave men and women who have served our country.” “Memorial Day is a time for our community to come together in remembrance and gratitude for the brave men and women who […]
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 […]
Sat, May 9
Walnut Hill Park
Connecticut Breast Health Initiative Race in the Park
Walnut Hill Road
Sat, May 9
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Health Department
Sat, May 9
10:00 am
Gallery 66
Gallery 66 Hosting “Let’s Talk Art”
66 West Main Street
Sat, May 9
10:00 am
Hungerford Nature Center
Weekday Wild Encounters Events at Hungerford Nature Center
191 Farmington Avenue, Kensington
Sat, May 9
11:00 am - 4:00 pm
New Britain Public Library
Chess Club at New Britain Public Library
20 High Street
Sat, May 9
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Gallery 66
Gallery 66 Color of Change Exhibit Opening Reception
66 West Main Street
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Atty. Carrier Exits Democratic Contest for Probate Judge; Will Accept Republican Nomination
By John McNamara New Britain Attorney Michael Carrier has dropped out of the Democratic contest to replace longtime Judge of Probate Walter A. Clebowicz in a special election to be held on November 2nd, the same day that voters will go to the polls to elect Mayor, City Councillors and other candidates to municipal offices. […]
Landlord Group’s “cage fight between Lamont & Zherka” remark stumps the press, brings apology to Governor
There’s No Mystery About Who Sam Zherka Is In New Britain By John McNamara West Hartford-based Connecticut Coalition of Property Owners (CCOPO) had to issue a quick apology on May 19th over its first version of a press release opposing an eviction moratorium and use of $400 million in federal pandemic aid to landlords and […]
Strong and Sims Among Those Who Criticize Stewart Fundraising Flyer
Democratic Mayoral candidate Alicia Hernandez Strong and Dr. Violet Jiménez Sims criticized a Republican Mayor Erin Stewart campaign flyer.
Happening in New Britain May 31st to June 6th
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, May 31, 2021 to Sunday, June 6th include…
Honoring Veterans on Memorial Day
Memorial Day is a time to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice in the wars that our country has fought and to thank all veterans.
DeLandro Urges Families to Get Teens Vaccinated
Saying, “New Britain continues to be left behind,” Democratic Mayoral candidate Veronica DeLandro is urging families to get teens vaccinated
Stewart Apparently Uses Official Police Insignia in Campaign Material
Republican Mayor Erin Stewart has apparently used New Britain’s official police badge and insignia in a campaign fundraising flyer.
Sen. Lopes Leads Senate Approval of Energy Efficiency Grant Program
Sen. Rick Lopes (D-6) announced winning Senate approval of legislation to assist with energy efficiency retrofits for affordable housing.
City to Open Pride in the City Month With Flag Raising
The City Council has declared June as “Pride in the City” month in New Britain as part of the nationwide celebration of LGBTQ+ Pride Month.
City to Open Pride in the City Month With Flag Raising
The City Council has declared June as “Pride in the City” month in New Britain as part of the nationwide celebration of LGBTQ+ Pride Month.