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The perfect time for students to join new sports and clubs is at the start of the school year. Joining activities early on can feel less intimidating because everyone is still adjusting. Students from all backgrounds get involved with school programs every year, so there’s less pressure to feel “behind.” The start of the year […]
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 […]
News Analysis
By John McNamara State Bonds Are Covering 95% Of $70 Million In Construction Costs A…
News
Absentee ballots are available for the upcoming city elections, but restrictions on who is allowed…
NAACP
The New Britain NAACP #2006 has announced its 2025 Freedom Fund Dinner. The event is planned for October 24, 2025 at 5:30pm at the Pavilion at the Back Nine at Stanley Golf Course.
“The rights he dedicated his life to are under threat” By John McNamara A wintry mix outside forced the organizers of the memorial wreath laying for the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. inside on Saturday April 12th to mark the anniversary of the assassination of the civil rights leader on April 4, 1968. The “Literacy […]
New Britain Racial Justice Coalition
By the New Britain Racial Justice Coalition, The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition (NBRJC) strongly condemns Mayor Erin Stewart’s June 7 veto of the City Council’s amended FY 2025 budget, which prioritized long-overdue investments in education, housing, and public services. The veto reverses a budget that was shaped by extensive community input and advocacy. Over […]
Flooding Series
Updated 10-13-25 Presentation #47: This updated record is being shared regarding the status of our…
Community News
New Britain Recreation is hosting a “Little Monster’s Bash” for “little ghosts and goblins age…
Opinion
Opinion by Ava Alers, What do you do if, for some reason, a loved one…
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Director Sjöberg Shares Plans To Build Infrastructure For Reading In New Britain by John McNamara…
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“The rights he dedicated his life to are under threat” By John McNamara A wintry…
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Absentee ballots are available for the upcoming city elections, but restrictions on who is allowed to vote by mail-in voting remain place, despite the fact that voters approved a constitutional amendment to allow universal absentee balloting. In 2024, Connecticut voters approved a constitutional amendment to remove past limits on voting by mail only to voters […]
Updated 10-13-25 Presentation #47: This updated record is being shared regarding the status of our neighborhood’s storm-sewer-sanitary system and the City and State Responses. To: Our Neighborhood Flooding and Sanitary Back-Up VictimsConcerned Taxpayers and ResidentsCity and State Officials As we interact with our neighbors in Ward 4, we often hear the same question, “Why have […]
In New Britain, community meetings and events from today to Sunday, October 19, 2025 include,
Wed, Oct 15
10:00 am
New Britain Public Library
New Britain Public Library: Super Kids
20 High Street
Wed, Oct 15
12:00 pm
Board of Education building
City School Building Committee
272 Main Street
Wed, Oct 15
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
New Britain Public Library
“Lawyers in the Library” at New Britain Public Library
20 High Street
Wed, Oct 15
6:00 pm
City Hall
City Commission on Youth and Family Services
27 West Main Street
Wed, Oct 15
6:00 pm
Kennedy Apartments
City Housing Authority Board
300 East Main Street
Wed, Oct 15
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Wed, Oct 15
6:30 pm
Board of Water Commissioners building
City Board of Water Commissioners
50 Caretaker Road
Wed, Oct 15
7:00 pm
Deeper Life Bible Church
Al-Anon meeting
147 West Main Street
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Absentee Ballots Available for City Elections – But Without Universal Mail-In Voting Supported by Voters
Absentee ballots are available for the upcoming city elections, but restrictions on who is allowed to vote by mail-in voting remain place, despite the fact that voters approved a constitutional amendment to allow universal absentee balloting. In 2024, Connecticut voters approved a constitutional amendment to remove past limits on voting by mail only to voters […]
Allen St. Problem-Project: Mayor Stewart and Candidate Beloin-Saavedra Are Still $6M Short for the Allen St. Project. Our Taxpayers and Flooding, Sanitary Back-Up Victims Deserve Better Than This.
Updated 10-13-25 Presentation #47: This updated record is being shared regarding the status of our neighborhood’s storm-sewer-sanitary system and the City and State Responses. To: Our Neighborhood Flooding and Sanitary Back-Up VictimsConcerned Taxpayers and ResidentsCity and State Officials As we interact with our neighbors in Ward 4, we often hear the same question, “Why have […]
Community Events and Meetings in New Britain from Oct 13th to 19th
In New Britain, community meetings and events from today to Sunday, October 19, 2025 include,
“Little Monsters Bash” Event for Kids Planned
New Britain Recreation is hosting a “Little Monster’s Bash” for “little ghosts and goblins age 3-8.” “The event will feature a Magic Show by the Amazing Andy, Arts and Crafts, trick or treat candy and light refreshments,” the city Recreation department says. “Participants are encouraged to dress up for the party and take part in […]
Friends of the New Britain Public Library Hosting Fall Book Sale
Friends of the New Britain Public Library says they, “have been busy all summer preparing for the upcoming Fall Book Sale.” The annual Fall Book Sale is to be October 16, 2025 to October 18th, the organization says, adding, “admission is free except for the first hour and a half on Thursday.” Friends of the […]
Allen St. Problem-Project: Mayor Stewart and Candidate Beloin-Saavedra Are Still $6M Short for the Allen St. Project. Our Taxpayers and Flooding Victims Deserve Better Than This!
Updated 10-7-25 Presentation #46: This updated record is being shared regarding the status of our neighborhood’s storm-sewer-sanitary system and the City and State Responses. To: Our Neighborhood Flooding and Sanitary Back-Up VictimsConcerned Taxpayers and ResidentsCity and State Officials So we are clear, the City of New Britain’s bond ratings are: Moody’s Positive, Fitch Positive, S&P […]
Petitioning Candidate Tarsha Moore Announces Candidacy for Mayor
Petitioning candidate Tarsha Moore has announced that she is running for mayor in this year’s city elections. Moore said that, “I’m running because I believe New Britain deserves leadership that puts residents first—above party politics. Our city’s future depends on safer neighborhoods, stronger schools, and real opportunities for working families. I’m committed to building a […]
Updated 10-5-25 Presentation #45: Allen St. Problem/Project: Mayor Stewart and Candidate Beloin-Saavedra are still $6M short for the Allen St. Project. Our Taxpayers Deserve Better Than This!
Updated 10-5-25 Presentation #45: This updated record is being shared regarding the status of our neighborhood’s storm-sewer-sanitary system and the City and State Responses. To: Our Neighborhood Flooding and Sanitary Back-Up VictimsConcerned Taxpayers and ResidentsCity and State Officials So we are clear, the City of New Britain’s bond ratings are; Moody’s Positive, Fitch Positive and […]
Community Events and Meetings in New Britain from Oct 6th to 12th
In New Britain, community meetings and events from today to Sunday, October 12, 2025 include
Allen St. Problem/Project: Mayor Stewart and Candidate Beloin-Saavedra are still $6M short for the Allen St. Project. Our Taxpayers Deserve Better Than This!
Updated 10-3-25 Presentation #44: This updated record is being shared regarding the status of our neighborhood’s storm-sewer-sanitary system and the City and State Responses. To: Our Neighborhood Flooding and Sanitary Back-Up VictimsConcerned Taxpayers and ResidentsCity and State Officials So we are clear: Here is the excerpt from Mayor Stewart’s follow-up letter to State Reps. Napoli […]