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Staff report The New Britain Republican Town Committee (NBRTC) says it officially filed a lawsuit…
Community News
State Rep Dave DeFronzo (D-26) will be joined by Lt Gov Susan Bysiewicz (D0 and…
Opinion
News Analysis
By Rhona Cohen and Olive O’Brien-Cohen Steven โStevieโ Jones, 55 years old, died on March…
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by John McNamara Sponsors and attendees at the New Britain Public Libraryโs (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 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 […]
The Arts
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 […]
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 […]
History
By John McNamara Saturday, March 7th was one of those days when New Britain lived…
Flooding Series
Updated 1-30-26 Presentation #50: This revised record shares the current status of our neighborhood’s storm,…
Latest News and Opinion
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 […]
Staff report At the annual City Council budget hearing, members of the city community expressed support for increasing funding for New Britain’s schools and advocated for a good quality of education for the city’s children. The hearing was on the Mayor’s Proposed Budget for the budget year that goes from this July 1st to June […]
Wed, Apr 29
10:00 am
New Britain Public Library
New Britain Public Library: Super Kids
20 High Street
Wed, Apr 29
2:30 pm
Hungerford Nature Center
Weekday Wild Encounters Events at Hungerford Nature Center
191 Farmington Avenue, Kensington
Wed, Apr 29
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
New Britain Public Library
New Britain Public Library Teen Homework Center
20 High Street
Wed, Apr 29
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272 Main Street
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25th Annual Osgood Shootout to be August 19th and 20th
New Britain’s 2017 Osgood Shootout basketball tournament will be Saturday, August 19th and Sunday, August 20th, the Tournament’s Director Darwin Shaw has announced. The 2017 tournament marks the 25th anniversary of the venerable New Britain event. The tournament, “New England’s Biggest Summer Men’s Basketball Tournament,” has long been known for spirited competition and for bringing […]
Students Show Science Skills at Smalley School
Smalley Elementary School held its first science fair recently, as students showed off their abilities and creativity. One student explained how to create Oobleck, the sticky green substance featured in Dr. Seussโ โBartholomew and the Oobleck.โ Other students’ projects delved into the workings ofย tsunamis and volcanoes and examiningย which brand of popcorn pops the most kernels. […]
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2017 Doลผynki to be Held August 26th and 27th
The Polish American Council of Greater New Britain Charities, Inc. has announced that New Britain’s 2017 Doลผynki festival will be held on August 26th and 27th. Doลผynki is the traditional Polish harvest celebration, giving thanks for a bountiful harvest. This year, New Britain will be celebrating the 37th Doลผynki festival. The festival begins with the celebration of […]
Diaspora Multicultural Society to Hold Eid al-Fitr Family-Style Celebration June 30th
Diaspora Multicultural Society will hold an Eid al-Fitr Family-Style Celebration on Friday, June 30th at 6:00pm. Eid al-Fitr is the Islamic holiday, called the โfeast of breaking of the fastโ, celebrated at the end of the holy month of Ramadan. The event will be at the Diaspora Multicultural Society, located at 90 John Street. The Diaspora […]
Ramadan Ends and Eid al-Fitr Celebration Begins
The Islamic holy month of Ramadan, which began on May 26th, ends today, June 24th, and this evening is the beginning of the three day celebration Eid al-Fitr, the “feast of breaking of the fast”. During Ramadan Muslims commemorate of the revelation of the Quran to the prophet Muhammad, and its observance is very important […]
Chief Mark Carr Scholarship Basketball Tournament on June 24th
The Mark Carr Scholarship Foundation is inviting the community to come to its Charity Basketball Tournament, tomorrow, June 24th, to watch local fire departments and the New Britain Police “battle it out on the basketball court to see who can win!” All proceeds of the event go to scholarships at New Britain High School and […]
Machinists Endorse Merrill Gay for Mayor
Democratic Mayoral candidate Merrill Gay has received the endorsement of the International Association of Machinist and Aerospace Workers, IAMAW, one of the largest unions in North America. In announcing the union’s support for Merrill Gay being elected as Mayor of New Britain, John Harrity, president of the IAMAW State Council said, “We are proud to […]
Chief Wardwell to Speak at North Oak NRZ Meeting on June 26th
The North Oak NRZ (Neighborhood Revitalization Zone) will hold its monthly meeting onย Monday, June 26, 2017. Police Chief James Wardwell will be the guest speaker. The meeting will be held at 7:00pm at theย North Oak Police Substation. Issues discussed in the North Oak NRZ include: Problems with buildings and streets Problems with crime activity Problems […]
Football and Basketball Coaching Decisions at NBHS
The New Britain school district has announced two big coaching decisions at New Britain High School, withย Tebucky Jones re-appointed as the Head Football Coach and Kurt Reis being introduced as the Head Coach of the New Britain High School Boys Basketball Team. Upon the recommendation of Superintendent Nancy Sarra, Athletic Director Len Corto and NBHS […]
NAACP Youth Council to Hold Open House on June 29th
The New Britain Branch NAACP Harriett Tubman Youth Council is holding an Open House on Thursday, June 29th, from 6:00pm to 8:00pm. At the evening of fun and education, young people are invited to enjoy food, make new friends and win prizes. The Open House to to allow young people to learn reasons why they […]