News
According to the Hartford Courant and WTNH News 8, the City of New Britain has…
Community News
Mayor Bobby Sanchez (D) has announced that he, as well as other city officials, community…
News Analysis
by John McNamara โ NBpoliticus.com State Representative Matt Blumenthal on โNo Excuseโ Absentee Voting: โWe Have…
Featured Journalism
by John McNamara Sponsors and attendees at the New Britain Public Libraryโs (NBPL) 10th Annual Fundraiser on…
Opinion
By Joseph Wasserman Our nation must oppose the trillion dollar military budget proposed by the…
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 Sanchezโs 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
According to the Hartford Courant and WTNH News 8, the City of New Britain has been served with a subpoena today by federal authorities related to a grand jury investigation into former Mayor Erin Stewart (R). The subpoena requires the city to produce a series of records related to Stewart. Records included are, from June […]
By Candyce Scott Peace and love this is Alderwoman Candyce Scott, and I am thrilled to report that the Mental Health Awareness Year is off to a good start. We have been prioritizing mental health and want to share some of the accomplishments we have made with Education and Environmental improvements, Cultural Awareness, Safety and […]
Mayor Bobby Sanchez (D) has announced that he, as well as other city officials, community leaders, and project partners will gather for ceremonies to celebrate the groundbreaking of the Willow Street Park Expansion Project. City Director of Operations & Communications Alisha Rayner said that the project is, “an investment that will enhance recreational opportunities, improve […]
Sat, Jun 13
10:00 am
Gallery 66
Gallery 66 Hosting “Let’s Talk Art”
66 West Main Street
Sat, Jun 13
11:00 am - 4:00 pm
New Britain Public Library
Chess Club at New Britain Public Library
20 High Street
Sat, Jun 13
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Trinity-On-Main
United Rhythms dance studio showcase @ Trinity on Main
69 Main Street
Sat, Jun 13
1:30 pm
114 North Street
Sat, Jun 13
7:00 pm
Hole in the Wall Theater
“Appropriate” at the Hole in the Wall Theater
116 Main Street
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Which Park? The Answer
On August 11, 2019, the New Britain Progressive asked readers to guess in which of New Britain’s city parks photos were taken. New Britain has a variety of parks, with different features, from sports facilities to idyllic woods. The photos in the August 11th article taken were of woodland views, and that narrowed the results […]
Free Breakfast and Lunch for Kids at City Schools
The New Britain school district has announced that school breakfast and lunches are to be provided to students in the city’s schools at no charge.
Porcher to Hold Flag Football Tournament
In an unusual move for a mayoral candidate, Chris Porcher has announced that he is organizing a back-to-school flag football tournament.
2019 Doลผynki Festival Coming Up
As the summer winds into its final weeks, New Britain is about to enjoy its traditional Polish Harvest Festival, the New Britain Doลผynki.
New Champions in 2019 Osgood Shootout
Flight Fam, led by former University of Washington star Mike Anderson, and the Waterbury Ballers were the winners of the 2019 Osgood Shootout.
Meetings and Events Aug 19th to 25th
City meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, August 19, 2019 to Sunday, August 25th include the Doลผynki Festival.
Festa Italiana Celebrates Italian Culture
Crowds came out to enjoy the community celebration of Italian culture and cuisine at the St. Annโs Festa Italiana in New Britain.
Cookout to Support Progressive Action
Former State Senator Terry Gerratana and Dr. Frank Gerratana hosted the Twelfth Annual Backyard Barbecue in support of the Connecticut Citizen Action Group.
St. Annโs Festa Italiana Tomorrow
Once again, New Britain has a community festival celebrating Italian culture, with the St. Annโs Festa Italiana opening tomorrow.
A Festival, Basketball, Progressive Politics Saturday
There will be food and fun at three different community events today, the Fiestas Patronales at St. Mary’s, to the CCAG Barbecue to the Osgood Shootout.