21 August, 2025

NAACP

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NAACP Economic Development Committee Hosting Mix, Think, Build Networking Mixer

The New Britain NAACP Economic Development Committee is hosting, “Mix. Think. Build. – A Networking Mixer,” inviting, “all multicultural business leaders & service providers: Join us for a potluck meet and mingle.” “Bring a cultural dish,” organizers say. “Share your ideas & connect with fellow multicultural businesses!” The event is to be August 25, 2025, […]

New Britain Racial Justice Coalition

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CT People’s Survival Programs Hosting Summer of Solidarity Back to School Resource Days

The CT People’s Survival Programs is hosting Summer of Solidarity Back to School Resource Days at two New Britain parks, ahead of the 2025-26 school year. “Join us for two back-to-school events in New Britain!” the community organization says. “Both events are free and open to the public.” The “Back-to-School Resource Day – Osgood Park” […]

Latest News and Opinion

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A Message to Students: Why the Beginning of the School Year Is the Best Time to Join New Things

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 […]
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Our Taxpayers Deserve Better Than This: Mayor Stewart Comes Up Short Again. What Is Stewart’s Back-Up Plan? Where Is The Money?

All of our recent flooding updates and narratives with photos, video interviews, documents, etc. are published on-line in the New Britain Progressive’s “Flooding Series”. Listen to and view our City Council Presentations on the City Web-Site… Go to newbritainct.gov. Click on government, common council, videos. In December 2023, Mayor Stewart advised us to feel free to […]
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Dr Karolina Kołpak Named Endowed Chair in Polish and Polish-American Studies at CCSU

Central Connecticut State University has named Dr Karolina Kołpak as its new Stanislaus A Blejwas Endowed Chair in Polish and Polish American Studies. CCSU named Dr Kołpak to the Chair after a national search, saying that, Kołpak brings an impressive record of scholarship, teaching, research, and a commitment to an interdisciplinary and inclusive approach to […]

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A Message to Students: Why the Beginning of the School Year Is the Best Time to Join New Things

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 […]

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Our Taxpayers Deserve Better Than This: Mayor Stewart Comes Up Short Again. What Is Stewart’s Back-Up Plan? Where Is The Money?

All of our recent flooding updates and narratives with photos, video interviews, documents, etc. are published on-line in the New Britain Progressive’s “Flooding Series”. Listen to and view our City Council Presentations on the City Web-Site… Go to newbritainct.gov. Click on government, common council, videos. In December 2023, Mayor Stewart advised us to feel free to […]

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Dr Karolina Kołpak Named Endowed Chair in Polish and Polish-American Studies at CCSU

Central Connecticut State University has named Dr Karolina Kołpak as its new Stanislaus A Blejwas Endowed Chair in Polish and Polish American Studies. CCSU named Dr Kołpak to the Chair after a national search, saying that, Kołpak brings an impressive record of scholarship, teaching, research, and a commitment to an interdisciplinary and inclusive approach to […]

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Dare to Struggle Announces Mass Meeting, Saying Activists Were “Arrested for Speaking Out Against Police”

The activist group, Dare to Struggle, has announced a mass meeting event after, it alleges, three of its activists were arrested by New Britain Police, two just before a protest the group was organizing. The group is alleging that the activists were, “arrested for speaking out against police brutality and mistreatment of homeless people.” The […]

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Friends of New Britain Public Library Holding Annual Textbook Sale

Friends of the New Britain Public Library have announced that they are holding their Annual Textbook Sale. The sale is from August 23, 2025 to September 6th on the Main floor of the Library on 20 High Street during library hours. The organization says that the sale, features gently used textbooks across diverse disciplines, workbooks, […]

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Mayor Stewart Comes Up Short Again: What Is Stewart’s Back-Up Plan? Where Is The Money?

All of our recent flooding updates and narratives with photos, video interviews, documents, etc. are published on-line in the New Britain Progressive’s “Flooding Series”. Listen to and view our City Council Presentations on the City Web-Site… Go to newbritainct.gov. Click on government, common council, videos. In December 2023, Mayor Stewart advised us to feel free to […]

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Ald Sanchez and Others Holding Back to School Events

Ald Iris Sanchez (D-3), community activists, churches and city police have announced different back to school events and activities. Many were announced to occur this Saturday, but there are other events on different days. HEY Program Back to School Bash “Negra” Sanchez Back to School Drive and North Oak Community Day NBPD Stuff-A-Cruiser Back-to-School Drive […]

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Ald Scott Holding Essay Contest on, “Why Schools Should Receive Federal Funding.”

“School is just around the corner!” says Ald Candyce Scott (D-3), announcing a Back to School Essay Contest. “To spark a lifelong love of learning, I have crafted an engaging educational experience for our young scholars!” “Write a short essay about why schools should receive federal funding,” said Scott. “Email or text your essay to: […]

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