08 August, 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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Upcoming Community Event Seeks to Ignite Hope for Mental Health and Recovery in New Britain

As challenges like substance use and housing struggles continue to affect members of the community, an upcoming event aims to offer support, resources, and the vital message that no one should have to face these hardships alone. “From Faith to Freedom: Igniting Hope in Mental Health & Recovery” will be held on Saturday, August 22, […]
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CT People’s Survival Programs: Coalition to Close Osborn Correctional Institution to Hold Rally

Opinion by CT People’s Survival Programs On Saturday, August 8 at 12:00 PM, the coalition Close Osborn Correctional Institution will hold a rally outside Osborn Correctional Institution (OCI), located in Somers, Connecticut, to demand the closure of the medium-security prison. Speakers will share statements from men currently incarcerated at OCI and highlight the ongoing health, […]

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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 […]

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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€™ โ€œBartholomew 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 […]

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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 โ€œfeast 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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]