23 July, 2026

Community Announcements

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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Connecticut Honors New Britain Mentor and Parent

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 […]

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Lamont and Sanchez Announce Safety and Security Upgrades for CTfastrak System

State and local leaders announced a comprehensive series of safety and infrastructure improvements for the CTfastrak bus rapid transit system on Thursday, aiming to boost security and rider confidence across the corridor. Governor Ned Lamont, joined by state transportation and public safety officials, as well as New Britain Mayor Bobby Sanchez, detailed the multi-pronged approach […]
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Soccer Forward Fest: New Britain Hosts Community Day on World Cup Weekend

By John McNamara โ€“ nbpoliticus.com New Britainโ€™s Osgood Park was host to a โ€œSoccer Forward Festโ€ on July 17th at the start of World Cup Finals Weekend โ€œto celebrate the power of soccer to bring people together.โ€ The event brought youth and young adult players, coaches, families and soccer fans together from Greater Hartford. The Community Day […]
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NBMAA and Ald Scott Hosting Black Business Expo at the Museum – Access for All Community Day

In celebration of Black Business Month, Alderwoman Candyce Scott is partnering with the New Britain Museum of American Art (NBMAA) to host a Black Business Expo, the Museum’s Access for All Community Day. The event is Saturday, August 8th from 11am-2pm. The event aims to empower local entrepreneurs to connect, thrive, and flourish within the […]

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Mayor Stewart is $6M Short: Where is the money for the Allen St. Project? What Is Your Plan? Our Taxpayers Deserve Better Than This

This updated record is being shared regarding the status of our neighborhood’s storm-sewer-sanitary system and the City and State Responses. More debunked talking points: 1) Mayor Stewart and Alderperson Saavedra never walked the Allen St. Neighborhoods with Sharon and I. 2) Attached is Mayor’s Stewart’s letter (dated 7-15-24) to the State Bonding Commission members Napoli […]

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“Rebellious Rhythms” Event in Honor of Latine Heritage Month to be Hosted by CT People’s Survival Programs

CT People’s Survival Programs has announced a “Rebellious Rhythms” event to, “Celebrate the start of Latine Heritage Month with dinner and a compelling workshop led by local historian Nina Vรกzquez.” Organizers say that Latine Heritage Month, is annually observed from September 15th to October 15th, to celebrate, honor, recognize, and learn about the vibrant histories, […]

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McNamara and Ortiz-Luna Win Democratic Nomination for Council in Ward 4 Primary

Incumbent Ald John McNamara (D-4) and former Ald Luz Ortiz-Luna have been nominated by Democratic voters in Ward 4 in today’s Democratic primary, a win that makes them the two candidates for Democrats for Council in Ward 4 in this November’s city election. According to unofficial vote totals from the Secretary of the State’s office, […]

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Primary Day Arrives for Ward 4 Council Nomination

The September 9th Primary Day has arrived for the Democratic nomination for City Council in Ward 4. In the primary, Ward 4 Democratic voters will choose two candidates for the Ward 4 Council election, as part of the city elections in November. Each of the city’s five wards are represented by three Council members, called […]

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McNamara Endorsed by National Democratic Municipal Officials Organization

The national Democratic Municipal Officials Organization (DMO) has announced that it has endorsed Ald John McNamara (D-4), the New Britain City Council’s Majority Leader, for re-election this year, as he seeks his second term on the Council. “New Britain and municipal governments across the country are addressing aging infrastructures, the need for affordable housing and […]

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2025 New Britain Doลผynki Festival Coming Up This Sunday

The 2025 New Britain Doลผynki Festival, the traditional Polish harvest festival, will be this Sunday, returning to New Britainโ€™s vibrant Broad Street โ€œLittle Polandโ€ neighborhood. The 2025 Festival is to be on Sunday, September 7th, starting at at 11:30am. “We will have 8 food vendors serving traditional Polish food such as kielbasa and pierogi, I […]

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Superintendent Discusses Approach in Case ICE Attempts Detaining Students in Schools

New Britain school Superintendent Tony Gaspar met this week with members of the Community Task Force, led by Pastor Gervais Barger of Peace Missionary Ministries, assuring them that ICE agents have not attempted to detain students in New Britain schools and describing the school district’s plans if it did attempt to do so. “There have […]