News
Mayor Bobby Sanchez (D) and the New Britain state legislative delegation, State Sen Rick Lopes…
Community News
Editor’s Note: The cover photo by Dr Frank Gerratana By Sean Gallagher On Sunday, June…
News Analysis
Withdrawn Plan for Truck Stop Near Batterson Pond Echoes Past Fights Over New Britain Watershed…
Featured Journalism
by John McNamara Sponsors and attendees at the New Britain Public Library’s (NBPL) 10th Annual Fundraiser on…
Opinion
By Joseph Wasserman Our nation must oppose the trillion dollar military budget proposed by the…
New Britain Racial Justice Coalition
By the New Britain Racial Justice Coalition, The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition (NBRJC) is raising serious concerns about Mayor Bobby Sanchez’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 […]
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
Updated 1-30-26 Presentation #50: This revised record shares the current status of our neighborhood’s storm,…
Latest News and Opinion
Editor’s Note: The cover photo by Dr Frank Gerratana By Sean Gallagher On Sunday, June 15th, 2026, on Broad Street in New Britain the Polonia Business Assoc. held the annual Little Poland Festival. The festival is a major cultural celebration that welcomes thousands of people from all over the area and showcases New Britain’s Polish […]
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 […]
Sun, Jun 21
2:00 pm
Hole in the Wall Theater
“Appropriate” at the Hole in the Wall Theater
116 Main Street
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Allen St. Drainage Improvements and Reconstruction Phase 2 Project and Hampton-Eton Storm-Sewer Sub-Basin: Our 22nd Presentation to City and State Officials
To: CT Elected Officials, New Britain Elected Officials, Taxpayers and Flooding Victims: 1) E-mail Stormwater and Sewer Update: Funding for Allen St. Project 7-18-24: 2) E-mail Allen St. Project #2 Progress Update 7-25-24: 3) E-mail Allen St. Project #2 Update and Bulletin 8-1-24: 4) E-mail Allen St. Basin and Hampton-Eton Sub-Basin Water Pipe Breaks 8-2-24: […]
In Primary Tuesday, Democrats to Choose Nominee for 26th District; Republicans to Nominate for U.S. Senate
Everyday Democrats in the 26th State Assembly District have their say on their nominee in the election to succeed longtime State Rep. Peter Tercyak (D-26), who is retiring this year, while Republican voters, citywide will nominate in the upcoming election for U.S. Senate. Democratic former City Council member, Ald. David DeFronzo (D-AL) is the endorsed […]
Community Events and Meetings in New Britain, Aug 12th to 18th
In New Britain, community meetings and events from today to Sunday, August 18, 2024 include
Council Resolution Honors August as Black Business Month
A resolution has been introduced in the New Britain City Council to recognize August as Black Business Month. The resolution says the Council, “encourages all residents to support and patronize Black-owned businesses, celebrate their achievements, and join in the collective effort to create a more inclusive and equitable economy.” The resolution has been submitted by […]
Resolution Honors California Congresswoman and New Britain Native Anna Eshoo
California U.S. Representative Anna Eshoo (CA-16) is to be honored with a City Council resolution from her birthplace, New Britain, Connecticut, thanking her for serving more than 30 years in the U.S. House of Representatives. In February, Council Majority Leader, Ald. John McNamara (D-4), who is also the sponsor of the Council resolution, wrote about […]
Early Voting Underway in DeFronzo-Ayalon Primary
Voting is underway for the primary between David DeFronzo and Aram Ayalon for the State Representative district that is an open seat after the announced retirement of Rep. Peter Tercyak (D-26). The official date of the Democratic primary in the 26th Assembly district is on August 13th, but under a new early voting law in […]
New Britain School District Hosting “Back to School Bash”
The Consolidated School District of New Britain is hosting its annual “Back to School Bash” to welcome students and families for the upcoming school year. “During the Back to School Bash,” the school district says, “students and families will have the opportunity to meet and greet their school administrators and other staff.” The event is […]
It’s A Unanimous CT Roll Call For Harris In Virtual Pre-Convention Nomination Vote
Voting early and online nomination stems from Republican obstruction over ballot access in Ohio “So I’ve decided the best way forward is to pass the torch to a new generation. That’s the best way to unite our nation. I know there is a time and a place for long years of experience in public life, […]
Community Events and Meetings in New Britain, Aug 5th to 11th
In New Britain, community meetings and events from today to Sunday, August 11, 2024 include
Bysiewicz and Hayes Visit Plainville to Support Rebecca Martinez for State Representative
Lt. Gov. Susan Bysiewicz (D) and Congresswoman Jahana Hayes (D-5) visited Plainville on Saturday for the State Representative campaign kickoff of Plainville Board of Education member Rebecca Martinez (D). Martinez, who has been Vice-Chair of the Plainville Board of Education, is running for election in the 22nd State Assembly district, taking on incumbent State Representative […]