18 June, 2026

New Britain Racial Justice Coalition

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Racial Justice Coalition Questions Sanchez Budget Proposal

By the New Britain Racial Justice Coalition, The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition (NBRJC) is raising serious concerns about Mayor Bobby Sanchezโ€™s 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 […]

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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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A Production Worth the Trip at the Hole in The Wall Theatre in the Heart of New Britain

The latest production at the Hole in the Wall Theatre located on 116 Main Street in New Britain, titled “Appropriate” shows how community theatre can demonstrate the same strong emotions and intensity as professional productions. The Tony Award-winning drama delivered a difficult yet powerful story about family, racism, and how the past connects to the […]
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New Britain Museum of American Art Hosting Access for All Community Day for Juneteenth

The New Britain Museum of American Art is hosting a Juneteenth Access for All Community Day, saying, “This year marks the 25th anniversary of the Annual Juneteenth Celebration at the New Britain Museum of American Art. For this occasion, the Museum is partnering with the City of New Britain in hosting this event!” “This day-long […]
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Water Is Life: Citizen Opposition Nixes Another Threat to Wetlands and Watershed

Withdrawn Plan for Truck Stop Near Batterson Pond Echoes Past Fights Over New Britain Watershed by John McNamara http://nbpoliticus.com Residents of Farmington and New Britain rose up as one voice in recent weeks to oppose the plan of Noble Gas Real Estate Holdings to build a diesel-gas refueling facility and warehouse on about six acres […]

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New Britain Public Library to Host Presentation,”Aging in Place: How To Remain in Your Home”

The New Britain Public Library is to hosting a presentation, “Aging in Place: How To Remain in Your Home”, saying, Join us for a presentation by law firm Czepiga Daly Pope & Perri about care options for yourself or your loved ones.This program will help you better understand how to avoid putting your-hard earned assets […]

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Mayor Erin Stewart Pandemic Record โ€“ a tale of failed leadership

The Coronavirus pandemic created great challenges to leadership around the world.In order to best meet this crisis local, state, and federal governments all needed to contribute their share to minimize fatalities and reduce the spread of COVID-19. Local towns and cities played a key role during the pandemic. Mayors had the power to set and […]

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Can we change ?

Hello New Britain Progressive readers.  My name is Carlos Ayala and this is going to be the first article of a series of articles and podcasts called;  Can we change?  So the first topic is:  Can we change the bias and stigma associated with mental health in our community?  Stigma and mental health bias can […]

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Community Thanksgiving Dinner Planned for Those in Need

A Community Thanksgiving Dinner for those in need is being planned by the Black Ministerial Alliance of New Britain, the city Police and Fire departments and staff and students at EC Goodwin Technical High School. The event has become an annual tradition for Thanksgiving. Organizers invite people to share in, “Sit down meals served by […]

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Insight of New England Counseling Hosting Native American Heritage Month Activity Day

A Native American Heritage Month Activity Day is planned by Insight of New England Counseling, Candyce Scott, MA. LPC of Insight has announced. Light refreshments are to be served and, Scott adds, the event is to include the making of dream catchers and edible teepees. The event is to be Friday, November 22, 2024 at […]

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New Britain Racial Justice Coalition Third Political Education Session on Gentrification to Discuss Navigating Gentrification

The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition is planning the third installment of its Political Education Series on Gentrification. The discussion is to be about Navigating Gentrification. The event is to be on Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 10:00am. The Coalition says, Join us for our upcoming Political Education Series on Gentrification!Together, letโ€™s dive deep into […]

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CCSU “Empty Bowls” Event at Smalley School to Benefit Friendship Center

The Central Connecticut State University Ceramics and Management and Organization has announced that its students, โ€œwill present Empty Bowls 2024. A basic meal of hearty soup in the handmade bowl of your choice will be served with a side of bread at Smalley Elementary School.โ€ โ€œโ€˜Empty Bowlโ€™โ€ is an international project to fight hunger, personalized […]