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New Britain Mayor Bobby Sanchez (D) joined with Sen Rick Lopes (D-6), Rep Manny Sanchez…
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By Bike New Britain On Monday, Bike New Britain will be providing the 5th grade…
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
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 […]
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 […]
Mon, May 4
9:30 am - 10:00 am
New Britain Public Library Jefferson Branch
Tiny Tales at New Britain Public Library Jefferson Branch
140 Horse Plain Road
Mon, May 4
10:00 am
New Britain Public Library
New Britain Public Library: Terrific Tots
20 High Street
Mon, May 4
1:00 pm
Senior Center
City Commission on Aging
55 Pearl Street
Mon, May 4
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
New Britain Public Library
New Britain Public Library Teen Homework Center
20 High Street
Mon, May 4
6:00 pm
City Hall
City Plan Commission
27 West Main Street
Mon, May 4
6:00 pm
Board of Education building
Board of Education meeting
272 Main Street
Mon, May 4
6:00 pm
Department Public Works
City Board of Public Works
655 Alton Brooks Way
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Council Seeks Departments’ Input on Solar Energy
The City Council has asked city departments and other officials for their input on options for converting the city to solar energy.
Meetings and Events Apr 1st to 7th
Meetings and events during the week of Mon, Apr 1, 2019 to Sun, Apr 7th include commemorating the life and work of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
NHS Plans 40th Anniversary Celebration
Neighborhood Housing Services of New Britain has announced that it is hosting a celebration event for the housing organization’s fortieth anniversary.
Final Weekend for “Moon Over Buffalo”
The Connecticut Theater Company is in the final weekend in its production of “Moon Over Buffalo,” a comedy about a actor-couple trying to return to stardom.
Memorial to be Held for Martin Luther King
The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his work for Civil Rights and justice is to be honored in New Britain’s annual memorial ceremonies.
State Bill Would Allow City to Make Voting Age 16
If a bill under consideration at the State Capitol is approved, the city would be authorized to lower the voting age in local elections to sixteen.
“Paint Night” at Hungerford Park
The New Britain Youth Museum at Hungerford Park is holding “Paint Night” event, where guests participate in creating art.
“Der Kaiser von Atlantis” to Be Performed by Virtuosi Orchestra and Lyric Opera
The opera “Der Kaiser von Atlantis” is to be performed in New Britain by Connecticut Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra and the Connecticut Lyric Opera.
Meetings and Events Mar 25th to Mar 31st
City meetings and community events coming up in New Britain during the week of Monday, March 25, 2019 to Sunday, March 31st.
“Bent But Not Broken” Presented by Ruby’s Realm
Ruby’s Realm Production is presenting “Bent But Not Broken,” a stage play about money turning out to not be the answer for a wealthy family.