02 May, 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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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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New Britain Community Leaders Honored at Polish Day at the Capitol

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 […]

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New Britain Museum of American Art Announces 2024 “Art Happy Hour” Events

The New Britain Museum of American Art is announced its 2024 โ€œArt Happy Hourโ€ program. โ€œEnjoy live music on Thursday nights all summer long,โ€ the Museum says, โ€œwith a front-row seat to the best view of Walnut Hill Park. Cocktails, snacks, sandwiches, and salads are available for purchase in our Museum Cafรฉ.โ€ The events are from 5:30pm […]

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DeFronzo, Endorsed With Democratic Slate, Emphasizes Grassroots Campaigning, Ayalon to Primary

Newly endorsed Democratic candidate for the 26th Assembly District, Dave DeFronzo, said that he is emphasizing a grassroots approach to campaigning in his run to succeed retiring State Rep. Peter Tercyak (D-26). “I have knocked on over two thousand doors so far,” DeFronzo said, “and the people of this district have said loud and clear […]

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Some Democratic Council Members Vote With Republicans to Defeat Democrats’ Own Proposal to Eliminate Stewart-Proposed Tax Increase

After the Democratic majority on the New Britain City Council had approved an amendment to the city budget that would have rejected a tax increase proposed by Mayor Erin Stewart (R), the budget plan was defeated when a number of Democratic Council members voted with Republicans to vote down the budget plan. At least Democratic […]

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Health Collective Hosting Ru Paul’s Drag Race Watch Party at New Britain Public Library

The Health Collective is hosting a Ru Paul’s Drag Race Watch Party at the New Britain Public Library for New Britain Teens. The event is May 23, 2024 from 4:30pm to 7:00pm. The Hartford-based Health Collective says that, As a health center and champion of LGBTQIA+ equity, the Health Collective promotes healthy living, provides high-quality […]

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Music Series at South Church Concert to Feature PUBLIQuartet

The Music Series at South Church is hosting an June concert featuring PUBLIQuartet. The Music Series at South Church says that, Grammy-nominated PUBLIQuartetโ€™s modern interpretation of chamber music makes them one of the most dynamic artists of their generation. PQโ€™s genre-bending programs range from 20th-century masterworks to newly commissioned pieces, alongside re-imaginations of classical works […]

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Public Library Hosting Concert, “Stories of Fortitude: Women Composers of the Baroque”

The New Britain Public Library is inviting people for a musical event, “Stories of Fortitude: Women Composers of the Baroque”. The event, the Library says is, Featuring vocalists Agnes Coakley Cox and Alicia DePaolo accompanied by musicians Hideki Yamaya on theorbo and baroque guitar and Juan A. Mesa on keyed lyre and organ The concert […]