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Early voting for the August 11 State and Federal Primaries has officially begun in New…
Community News
As challenges like substance use and housing struggles continue to affect members of the community,…
News Analysis
By Carol S. Austad, Ph.D The spotted lanternfly is no longer someone else’s problem. It…
Featured Journalism
by John McNamara Sponsors and attendees at the New Britain Public Library’s (NBPL) 10th Annual Fundraiser on…
Opinion
Opinion by CT People’s Survival Programs On Saturday, August 8 at 12:00 PM, the coalition…
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
To: Our Neighborhood Flooding, Sanitary Back-Up and Break VictimsConcerned Taxpayers and ResidentsCity, State, and Federal…
Latest News and Opinion
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, […]
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, […]
Sun, Aug 9
NBHS Gym
Sun, Aug 9
11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Costco Wholesale
Sun, Aug 9
2:00 pm
The Repertory Theatre
Connecticut Theatre Company Presenting “Jesus Christ Superstar”
23 Norden Street
Sun, Aug 9
2:00 pm
Hole in the Wall Theater
“Belly: An American Love Story” at the Hole in the Wall Theater
116 Main Street
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CCSU New Basketball Coach Marshall Off to Fast Start
By Robert Held Staff Writer Donyell Marshall is the new men’s basketball coach at Central Connecticut State University, and he has a long way to go to get the program at CCSU to the prominence of his alma mater UConn. However, with two of the recruits he has brought in, Central may be on their […]
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Senator Gerratana Rises To The Challenge Of Re-election
By Nathan Cheatham Executive Editor As the Presidential election sweeps the country, Connecticut towns are gearing up for state elections. Among those preparing for re-election is state Senator Terry Gerratana, who may be challenged for the seat by another Democrat in a possible August primary. Last month Gerratana announced her campaign for re-election to […]
South Church – For The Heart of the City
By Geoff ElterichStaff Writer The words carved on the Arch Street wall of South Church’s Fellowship House, the former Sears and Roebuck building, is central to the identity of the church: “IN THE HEART OF THE CITY — FOR THE HEART OF THE CITY.” It is a mantra the church has tried to embody since […]
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Bees’ Greenwood Signs with Minnesota Twins
By Robert Held Staff Writer The New Britain Bees were added to the Atlantic League in part to help players get back with Major League Baseball teams or their minor league affiliates. For Nick Greenwood, that is exactly what has happened. Greenwood’s contract has been purchased by the Minnesota Twins. He has been sent […]
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Receiving without Guilt
By Leslie Jacobs Staff Writer On TV, Sheldon from The Big Bang theory said to Penny during the Christmas episode “Receiving gifts are obligations. I know you think you are being generous, but the foundation of gift giving is reciprocity. You haven’t given me a gift. You’ve given me an obligation.” An obligation meaning […]
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Getting To Know New Britain Bees Mascot Sting
By Robert Held Staff Writer There is a lot more to the New Britain Bees mascot Sting than meets the eye. While fans might just see an oversized Bee costume, the story of how Sting came to be is actually quite interesting. Sting was developed in just over two months. Bees management began developing Sting […]
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Little Poland Festival: Bringing Smiles All Around
Article By Leslie Jacobs Staff Writer Video By Lisa Massicotte Freelance Videographer Smiles were all around as adults, young children and even a few teenagers tethered to their phones, listened to the beat of Broad Street Blues Band in the main stage at the Little Poland Festival Sunday. They came for many reasons, from the food […]
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Bees Win First Sold out Game
By Robert Held Staff Writer Coming off of a loss on Monday night, a long extra innings game on Tuesday, and between the cold weather and low attendance on those two nights the New Britain Bees needed a spark. That spark came with the help of 6,253 fans and students mainly from New Britain or […]
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A Piece of Local History: St. John’s Lutheran Church
By Geoff Elterich Staff Writer For over a century, the beautiful red brick church, with two spires has stood in the middle of Arch Street in the heart of New Britain. The remarkable presence of St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church is matched by its influence throughout the community. Next year is the church’s 125th anniversary. […]
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Ukrainian Americans Protest Trump Campaign Manager Paul Manafort
By John McNamara Contributing Columnist The Hartford area’s Ukrainian-American community, including members of three church congregations in New Britain, is speaking out against a city native with a well-known name among Republicans — Paul Manafort, the son of a former mayor, longtime Washington lobbyist and now campaign manager for the GOP’s unlikely frontrunner, Donald J. […]