30 April, 2026

New Britain Racial Justice Coalition

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Racial Justice Coalition Questions Sanchez Budget Proposal

By the New Britain Racial Justice Coalition, The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition (NBRJC) is raising serious concerns about Mayor Bobby Sanchezโ€™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 […]

The Arts

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Central Connecticut State University’s Theatre Department Presenting “In Pieces”

The Central Connecticut State University’s Theatre Department is presenting “In Pieces”, which it says is, “a bold, contemporary new musical featuring a pop-driven score that dives into echoes of love, loss, and self-discovery by weaving the romantic journeys of six characters across three-chapters of life.” The play is April 30th, May 1st and 2nd at […]

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Republicans Sue Over Ward 2 Council Vacancy; Democrats Call it Distraction from Republican Scandals

Staff report The New Britain Republican Town Committee (NBRTC) says it officially filed a lawsuit over the appointment of former Council member Colin Osborn to the Ward 2 City Council seat, but the New Britain Democratic Town Committee fired back – calling it a distraction from unfolding Republican scandals. The Ward 2 seat had been […]

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STEM Program at New Britain Youth Museum at Hungerford Park Starting Aug 7th

The New Britain Youth Museum at Hungerford Park will be having a STEM program for children in grades 1 though 5 from August 7, 2017 to August 25th. “STEM” refers to educational programs in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. The Museum says that learning in sciences will include chemistry, physics and biology. It says that, […]

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Hundreds Celebrate National Night Out in New Britain

Hundreds of people gathered in a festival atmosphere for New Britain’s 2017 National Night Out. The 2017 National Night Out was held in Central Park. A large grill cooked up hamburgers by the dozen, while music played and children bounced playfully inside large inflatables. The weather was warm and the mood was upbeat at the […]

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Bringing the Community Together at Willow Street Park Community Day, July 29th

By Elena Trueworthy The North-Oak neighborhood volunteers never stop working. In a packed room at the Oak St. Police Substation on Monday night, members of the NRZ welcomed Fire Chief Ronalter to share information and respond to questions by the group. ย A good portion of the time, however, was also spent going over the final […]

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Terry Turcotte Appointed as Principal of Roosevelt Early Learning Center

Roosevelt Early Learning Center’s Interim Principal has been elevated to serve as the school’s Principal. โ€œI look forward to providing students and families with a foundation for success throughout their educational years by focusing on the academic, emotional, and social needs of the whole child,โ€ said Turcotte. โ€œAs interim principal of Roosevelt Early Learning Center, […]

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“Alice’s Adventures In Wonderland” Playing at the Hole in the Wall Theater

The Hole in the Wall Theater is presentingย “Alice’s Adventures In Wonderland”. The play is an adaptation, by Rachel Teagle, of the famous story by Lewis Carroll. This production is directed by Mary Roane and produced by Elizabeth Hill. The Hole in the Wall invites people to, “Journey down the rabbit hole with Alice in this […]

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Rescheduled “Finding Dory” at Willow Brook Pool ‘Flick & Float’ July 28th

The popular Disney movie “Finding Dory” will be shown at the Willow Brook Pool on Mill Street on Friday, July 28, 2017. The movie presentation is a city Parks and Recreation ‘Flick and Float’ event, one of the Parks and Recreation pool party programs held throughout the summer. The gates for the “Finding Dory” ‘Flick […]

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New Britain Youth Theater’s “The Lion King Jr” Opening on July 28th

Theย New Britain Youth Theater‘s presentation ofย Disney’s “The Lion King Jr.” will open on Friday, July 28th atย Holmes Elementary School. The NBYT describes the play: Along with Simba, Nala, Timon, Pumbaa, and other favorites from Disney’s blockbuster of the screen and stage, over forty children and teens from throughout Connecticut will participate on stage and behind […]

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Justin Carlin Named Director of NBHS Golden Hurricanes Marching Band

Justin Carlin, who was a member of the Golden Hurricanes Marching Band, himself, as a New Britain High School student years ago, has returned to lead theย Golden Hurricanes as its new Director. โ€œAs a product of the Consolidated School District of New Britain, I am both proud and humbled to be the next band director […]