News
State and local leaders announced a comprehensive series of safety and infrastructure improvements for the…
Community News
By John McNamara – nbpoliticus.com New Britain’s Osgood Park was host to a “Soccer Forward…
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
By Carol S. Austad, Ph.D The spotted lanternfly is no longer someone else’s problem. It…
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
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 […]
By John McNamara – nbpoliticus.com New Britain’s Osgood Park was host to a “Soccer Forward Fest” on July 17th at the start of World Cup Finals Weekend “to celebrate the power of soccer to bring people together.” The event brought youth and young adult players, coaches, families and soccer fans together from Greater Hartford. The 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 […]
Fri, Jul 24
10:00 am
New Britain Public Library
New Britain Public Library: Time for Tots
20 High Street
Fri, Jul 24
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
New Life ll
Computer Lab at New Life II Recovery Community Center
117 West Main Street
Fri, Jul 24
5:00 pm
New Britain Museum of American Art
Art Happy Hour at New Britain Museum of American Art
56 Lexington Street
Fri, Jul 24
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Art League of New Britain
Fri, Jul 24
6:15 pm - 7:45 pm
A.W. Stanley Park Pool
Fri, Jul 24
7:00 pm
South Congregational Church
New Britain Youth Theater Presenting “Disney’s Aladdin, Jr”
90 Main Street
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Retirement Celebration Honoring Rep Peter Tercyak Held to Benefit Sanchez Mayoral Run
Democrats held an event to honor the service of former New Britain State Representative Peter Tercyak (D-26), who announced a year ago that he was retiring at the end of his term, after serving the city in the state House of Representatives for almost twenty-two years. The event, last Thursday, was to benefit the campaign […]
Local Leaders Celebrate “Moving Forward Together!” in Honor of Women’s History Month
State legislators and City Council members honored the accomplishments of local women leaders at an event in honor of Women’s History Month. The event, “Moving Forward Together!” was hosted by the Council President Pro Tempore, Ald Francisco Santiago (D-5), Council Majority Leader, Ald John McNamara (D-4) and Council Assistant Majority Leader Ald Iris Sanchez (D-2). […]
New Britain Residents Attending Remove/ Reverse/ Reclaim Protest
New Britain residents are encouraging local people to join them at the Hartford protest that is part of the nationwide Remove/Reverse/Reclaim protests that are to occur on April 5th at 3:00pm. The Hartford protest is to occur at the State Capitol on Capitol Avenue in Hartford. The April 5, 2025 protests are being organized by […]
Community Events and Meetings in New Britain from Mar 31st to Apr 6
In New Britain, community meetings and events from today to Sunday, April 6, 2025 include
CCSU Online RN to BSN Program Ranked Best in Connecticut
Registered Nursing.org has named CCSU’s RN to BSN Nursing education program to be #1 in Connecticut for 2025. Naming CCSU’s program the best in the state, Registered Nursing.org says that, Central Connecticut State University’s RN to BSN online program provides registered nurses a flexible pathway to complete their bachelor’s degree. Designed for working professionals, the […]
Council Approves Bonding Proposals After Compromise to Take Up Allen Street Drainage Project
The City Council approved a series of bonding proposal for schools, water supply and parks after an amendment removed two proposed park projects as part of a compromise that included agreement to hold a meeting in April to take up bonding for the Allen Street project drainage project. Ald John McNamara (D-4) said that the […]
Council Considering Project to Repair Clean Water Facilities; Adding to City Drinking Water Supply
The New Britain City Council is considering repairs to aging water works facilities the city owns in Bristol, which could allow them to produce up to 23 million gallons of drinking water per day. The New Britain Water Department owns the White Bridge Water Works Facilities, which are located in Bristol. The facilities include buildings […]
Queen Ann Nzinga Center Planning 16th Annual Constance “Connie” Renee Wilson Collins Exceptional Women Concert
The Queen Ann Nzinga Center is planning its 16th Annual Constance “Connie” Renee Wilson Collins Exceptional Women Concert. The event is in honor Constance “Connie” Renee Wilson Collins, who was New Britain’s first African-American elected official, having served three terms on the City Council. She was known as a strong and deeply respected political, labor […]
Former Alderman Adam Platosz’ Life of Service To City and Community
Funeral services for Former City Alderman Adam Platosz, who died March 12th at the age of 73, drew hundreds of individuals who came to mourn the passing of a public servant and a loyal and generous friend and leader in the city’s Ukrainian American community. Platosz, a longtime member of the Democratic Town Committee, served […]
Community Events and Meetings in New Britain from Mar 24th to 30th
In New Britain, community meetings and events from today to Sunday, March 30, 2025 include