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Mayor Bobby Sanchez (D), joined by Governor Ned Lamont (D), U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D)…
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) announced a major $14.7 million federal BUILD Grant aimed at completely overhauling the intersection of East Main Street, 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 […]
Sat, Aug 1
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
New Britain Public Library
Passport Informational Tabling at New Britain Public Library
20 High Street
Sat, Aug 1
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Walnut Hill Park
Sat, Aug 1
1:00 pm
Central Park
Sat, Aug 1
7:00 pm
The Repertory Theatre
Connecticut Theatre Company Presenting “Jesus Christ Superstar”
23 Norden Street
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Mayoral Hopefuls Nearing Critical Fundraising Deadline
New Britain’s field of at least four declared and potential candidates for Mayor are nearing the critical March 31st fundraising deadline.
Happening in New Britain Mar 29nd to Apr 4th
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, March 29, 2021 to Sunday, April 4th include:
Happy Passover
Chag Pesach Sameach from the New Britain Progressive and best wishes for a joyous Passover to Jewish families in New Britain and everywhere.
Virtual Spring Concert Series Planned
The New Britain Museum of American Art is joining with the Fryderyk Chopin Society of Connecticut in presenting a Virtual Concert Series.
$7 Million in State Funds Proposed to Restore Batterson Park
State House Speaker Rep. Matt Ritter is proposing $7 million in funding to, “restore Batterson Park to where it was back in the heyday.”
KIEDC Food Box Program Mar 24th at St. James
The KIEDC food box program continues at Saint James Missionary Baptist Church in the North Oak neighborhood, today on March 24th.
“Tax Equity” Proposals Call For Reducing Regressive Sales and Property Levies, Raising Rates On Wealthy
Bills that would dramatically alter the way Connecticut taxes individuals and businesses were the subject of a marathon hearing at the …
Republican Council Leadership Appears to Hold Up Council Agenda Again
The agenda for the March 24th Council meeting was held until less than an hour before the Council meeting may not have been legal.
Happening in New Britain Mar 22nd to 28th
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, March 22, 2021 to Sunday, March 28th include…
Alicia Strong Announces Democratic Candidacy for Mayor
In Central Park in front of City Hall, Democrat Alicia Hernandez Strong announced that she is officially running for Mayor of New Britain.