News
Staff report The New Britain Republican Town Committee (NBRTC) says it officially filed a lawsuit…
Community News
Community Announcement by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Connecticut Big Brothers Big Sisters of Connecticut…
Opinion
By Joe Wasserman Members of Back from the Brink CT carried a poster into the…
News Analysis
By Rhona Cohen and Olive O’Brien-Cohen Steven “Stevie” Jones, 55 years old, died on March…
Featured Journalism
by John McNamara Sponsors and attendees at the New Britain Public Library’s (NBPL) 10th Annual Fundraiser on…
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
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 […]
By the Friends of the New Britain Public Library, By the Friends of the New Britain Public Library, The Spring Book Sale sponsored by the Friends of the New Britain Public Library will be held from April 30 – May 2, 2026 in the Library’s Community Room at 20 High Street. The Sale opens on […]
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
By Joe Wasserman Members of Back from the Brink CT carried a poster into the Hartford office of Senator Chris Murphy on April 28th . The poster said the “UN Secretary General says Nuclear weapons deliver no security, only the promise of annihilation – Senator Murphy please cosponsor S. Res 323.” Senate Resolution 323 calls […]
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 […]
Annual Event Celebrated the 235th Anniversary of the Polish Constitution Photojournalism by Dr Frank Gerratana. Staff report based on reporting by Dr Gerratana. Cover photo by Dr Gerratana. New Britain residents and elected officials carried on a proud, decades-long tradition at the State Capitol, gathering to celebrate Polish Day and the 235th Anniversary of the […]
Sat, May 2
10:00 am
Hungerford Nature Center
Weekday Wild Encounters Events at Hungerford Nature Center
191 Farmington Avenue, Kensington
Sat, May 2
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
New Britain Public Library
Sat, May 2
7:00 pm
CCSU Maloney Hall
Central Connecticut State University’s Theatre Department Presenting “In Pieces”
1615 Stanley Street
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Dr. Alton Brooks Homegoing Celebration Details Announced
Rev. Dr. Jonathon D. Counts, Pastor of Spottswood A.M.E. Zion Church has announced the Homegoing Celebration arrangements Dr. Alton Brooks. Spottswood A.M.E. Zion Church added that, “We ask that all resolutions are emailed to the church email and any cards of condolences can be mailed to the church address as well. Please read through the […]
Community Events and Meetings in New Britain, June 24th to 30th
In New Britain, community meetings and events from today to Sunday, June 30, 2024 include,
The Allen St. Problem-Project #2 Oak St. to Beacon St. Our 20th Presentation to New Britain Officials. June 26, 2024
To: Ward 4 Constituents, Taxpayers, Property Owners, Flooding Victims and New Britain Officials This updated record is being shared regarding the status of our neighborhoods’ storm-sewer systems and the Federal-State-City responses. Our concerns must be given the highest priority. Our quality of life is suffering and our property values have declined by 15%. When the […]
Tributes to Dr. Alton Brooks: Dr. Aram Ayalon
Dear editor, As a former member of the school board and Common Council of New Britain I got to know quite a few of the members who were mentored by Alton Brooks. He was especially instrumental in engaging African Americans in the politics of New Britain and through that giving voice and influence to African […]
Community Mourns and Thanks Dr. Alton Brooks, Revered Community Leader
By Tim O’Brien, with contributing research by John McNamara and from an interview with Dr. Brooks by Rev. Brian Riley and photography by Dr. Frank Gerratana People across New Britain and beyond are in mourning because of the passing of Dr. Alton Brooks, the legendary leader, who did so much for so many, organizing, inspiring […]
New Britain Celebrates Juneteenth
New Britain celebrated Juneteenth on Wednesday with the city’s 2024 Juneteenth Freedom Festival in downtown New Britain. The event was hosted by the city Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities and Mayor Erin Stewart, and included the raising of the Juneteenth flag in Central Park in front of city hall. The event included a free […]
Happy Juneteenth from the New Britain Progressive
From our families to yours, best wishes in celebration of Juneteenth. Let us celebrate true freedom as we remember the victory over the racist evil of slavery. It is a celebration for African Americans and all others, since the value of equality and justice for all is what defines us as a country and brings […]
“Summer Bash!” at New Britain Public Library
The New Britain Public Library is hosting a “Summer Bash!”, saying, Activities for all ages. For children: crafts, planting seeds, tattoos, science try-its, games, and more! Activities for teens and adults. Check out our Makerspace. Everyone welcome! The event is Wednesday, June 26, 2024, from 10:00am to 3:00pm. The Library says that the event is […]
City of New Britain Discloses Violation in Drinking Water Monitoring
The City of New Britain has disclosed that the State Department of Public Health notified the city that it, “violated drinking water monitoring and/or reporting requirements.” “During summer 2023,” the city disclosed about the violation, “we did not monitor for the presence of synthetic organic chemicals (IOCs) in our reservoirs.” The United States Environmental Protection […]
The 2023 $4M Bogus Transfer For The Allen St. Project #2
To: Voters in New BritainRe: 2023 $4M Bogus Transfer Time Line. The current mayor and her chief of staff have their fingerprints all over this fiasco. The current mayor calls it a debacle… We call it unethical, deceitful behavior. This behavior by the current mayor and her chief of staff is unacceptable. Our city has […]