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Incumbent Gov Ned Lamont (D) appears to have been chosen by Democratic voters to run…
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By Friends of the New Britain Public Library The Annual Textbook Sale, sponsored by the…
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By Candyce Scott The City of New Britain’s third-year anniversary of the Black Business Resolution…
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by John McNamara Sponsors and attendees at the New Britain Public Libraryโs (NBPL) 10th Annual Fundraiser on…
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By Gleb Tsipursky, PhD New Britain already has two pieces of the workforce model the…
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By Friends of the New Britain Public Library The Annual Textbook Sale, sponsored by the Friends of the New Britain Public Library will be held from August 29 โ September 19 this year, on the Main floor of the library on 20 High Street in New Britain. It will be open during library hours (visit […]
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Updated 8-17-26 Presentation #51: This updated record is being shared regarding the status of our…
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By John McNamara Saturday, March 7th was one of those days when New Britain lived…
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By Gleb Tsipursky, PhD New Britain already has two pieces of the workforce model the AI era needs. Central Connecticut State Universityโs AI Corridor is built around applied research, hands-on learning and industry-connected projects. This spring, Connecticut also highlighted newly certified apprenticeship coursework at Lincoln Technical Institute in New Britain, where students combine rigorous instruction […]
By Candyce Scott The City of New Britain’s third-year anniversary of the Black Business Resolution inspired a Remarkable Black Business Expo this year at the New Britain Art Museum. The first year that I submitted the resolution it was simply read. The second year we had a small event. This year was blessed with a […]
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Republican Beloin-Saavedra Reportedly Announces Candidacy for Mayor
Republican City Council Assistant Leader, Ald Sharon Beloin-Saavedra (R-1) has reportedly announced that she is planning to run for Mayor, according to reporting by WTNH Channel 8. Editor’s note: The cover photo for this article is by Dr Frank Gerratana. WTNH quoted Beloin-Saavedra as saying in a statement that, “It is with great humility, commitment, […]
Neighborhood Activists Call for Prioritizing, Planning, Funding and Construction to Complete Allen Street Drainage Project
To: Allen St. Flooding Victims, Concerned Citizens, City and State Officials. PRIORTIZE: “The Allen St. Project is our most pressing need. The Allen St.Project is critical to resolving chronic issues including flooding due to storm-sewer failures, sanitary back-ups and breaks due to insufficient capacity and the system’s age”. Stewart also identified storm-sanitary cross connections on […]
“Skills to Save a Life” Training at Spottswood AME Zion Church for Heart Month
By Dr Peggy Lampkin, Spottswood AME Zion Church is pleased to offer the following: Please join us in making a difference. February is Heart Month so please come out and join us, learn and get an understanding of how to respond in emergencies to save lives. We want you to participate in our Stop the […]
Rep DeFronzo Praises Lamont Special Education Proposal, Urges Approval of Special Education Legislation
State Rep Dave DeFronzo (D-26) is praising a $54 million in funding for special education funding proposed by Gov Ned Lamont (D) in his proposed state budget. DeFronzo, who is sponsoring House Bill 5100, introduced by Rep Maryam Khan (D-5), “to improve the quality and delivery of special education services across the state,” said that, […]
City and CCSU Celebrate Lunar New Year
The city of New Britain and CCSU are recognizing and celebrating the Lunar New Year. CCSU recently held a celebration event, “featuring three dance performances; cultural presentations from Central faculty and students.” Deputy Consul General Suguru Minoya, Consulate General of Japan in Boston, gave closing remarks at the event, and was attended by New Britain […]
Mayor Stewart Goes All In With MAGA In Bid For Statewide Office
By John McNamara Mayor Erin Stewartโs second bid for statewide office formally began on January 28th at an announcement about her exploratory committee. Standing outside her City Hall office with a throng of municipal employees and supporters looking on, the six-term Republican mayor said she needs to raise $350,000 this year to viably contend for […]
Over 150 Attend “Champions of Change” Black History Month Event; Honor Community Leaders
The “Champions of Change” Black History Month event organized by New Britain elected officials, at both the state and local level, was attended by more than 150 people, who joined in honoring, “individuals who have made a lasting impact through their leadership, advocacy, and service to the community,” event organizers said. Council President Pro-Tempore, Ald […]
2025 Little Poland Festival in New Britain to be June 8th
The 2025 New Britain Little Poland Festival is planned for Sunday, June 8th. The popular New Britain cultural and community event is traditionally in springtime in New Britain’s vibrant Broad Street “Little Poland” neighborhood. “Since its humble beginnings just over a decade ago,” Festival organizers say, “the Little Poland Festival has grown to become one […]
CT People’s Survival Program Launches Community Violence Intervention Series in New Britain
The CT People’s Survival Program has announced a three-part Community Violence Intervention Series, noting that it is, “focused on equipping community members with practical skills to interrupt and transform violence.” The CT People’s Survival Program is a 501(c)(3) affiliate of the New Britain Racial Justice Coalition (NBRJC). The organization says that, In collaboration with the […]
Community Events and Meetings in New Britain from Feb 10th to 16th
In New Britain, community meetings and events from today to Sunday, February 16, 2025 include