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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 Library’s (NBPL) 10th Annual Fundraiser on…
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By F&S Chase To: -Our Neighborhood Flooding, Sanitary Back-Up, and Break Victims-Concerned Taxpayers and Residents-City,…
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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 – 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 […]
Flooding Series
By F&S Chase To: -Our Neighborhood Flooding, Sanitary Back-Up, and Break Victims-Concerned Taxpayers and Residents-City,…
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By John McNamara Saturday, March 7th was one of those days when New Britain lived…
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By F&S Chase To: -Our Neighborhood Flooding, Sanitary Back-Up, and Break Victims-Concerned Taxpayers and Residents-City, State, and Federal Officials For the record, this is not about politics; it’s not about the next election… It’s about transparency, accountability, and the facts. The Project includes storm, sewer, water, and general improvements. Numerous items remain incomplete, including finalizing […]
By Gleb Tsipursky, PhD New Britain already has two pieces of the workforce model the AI era needs. Central Connecticut State University’s 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 […]
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Tiny Tales at New Britain Public Library Jefferson Branch
140 Horse Plain Road
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SMART Recovery Group at New Life II Recovery Community Center
117 West Main Street
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New Britain Public Library Jefferson Branch
“Cozy Relationship Book Club” at New Britain Public Library Jefferson Branch
140 Horse Plain Road
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Walnut Hill Park
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27 West Main Street
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Summer Music Series: “Avenue Groove”
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Tribute to Dr. Alton Brooks: Candyce Scott
Ald. Candyce Scott is sharing videos she took of Dr. Alton Brooks speaking during a visit by her with Dr. Brooks and other residents of the apartments at the old New Britain High School. Editor’s note: The cover photo is by local photographer and photo historian, Dr. Frank Gerratana.
Tribute to Dr. Alton Brooks: From the City Council
New Britain City Council leaders, President Pro Tempore, Ald. Francisco Santiago, Majority Leader, Ald. John McNamara and Assistant Majority Leader, Ald. Iris Sanchez, issued a statement mourning the loss of Dr. Alton Brooks. The statement read, It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Dr. Alton Brooks, a revered community leader, who […]
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 […]