19 January, 2026

NAACP

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NAACP and Diaspora Hosting Day of Service Honoring Rev Dr Martin Luther King Jr

The NAACP New Britain #2006 and the Diaspora Multicultural Society are planning a Hosting Day of Service event Honoring Rev Dr Martin Luther King Jr and local “Stewards of the Dream.” Event organizers say that the event is, “A community-centered gathering rooted in Rev Dr Martin Luther King Jrโ€™s belief that justice is love made […]

New Britain Racial Justice Coalition

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New Britain Racial Justice Coalition Holding January Community Meeting

The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition (NBRJC) will host its January Community Meeting on Thursday, January 29, at 6:30pm. The event will be held virtually via Zoom. NBRJC says, Weโ€™ll be discussing the upcoming legislative session. Guest speakers will share what their organizations are working on. Registration for the meeting is at linktr.ee/nbrjc.

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City Audit For 2025 Fiscal Year Finalized on Time

Independent auditors delivered New Britain’s financial statements for the year ending June 30, 2025 to city officials and the state Office of Policy and Management ahead of a December 31st deadline after several years of the reports being filed late. Material weaknesses and noncompliance found in prior years have been corrected, according to the CliftonLarsonAllen […]
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City to Honor the Birthday of Rev Dr Martin Luther King, Jr.

Mayor Bobby Sanchez, the Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities, the Mary McLeod Bethune Club, and the Black Ministers Alliance are cordially inviting the public to join them in honoring the birthday of Reverend Dr Martin Luther King Jr. The citywide event, scheduled for Monday, January 19, 2026, will focus on the theme “Unity through […]

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City Audit For 2025 Fiscal Year Finalized on Time

Independent auditors delivered New Britain’s financial statements for the year ending June 30, 2025 to city officials and the state Office of Policy and Management ahead of a December 31st deadline after several years of the reports being filed late. Material weaknesses and noncompliance found in prior years have been corrected, according to the CliftonLarsonAllen […]

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City to Honor the Birthday of Rev Dr Martin Luther King, Jr.

Mayor Bobby Sanchez, the Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities, the Mary McLeod Bethune Club, and the Black Ministers Alliance are cordially inviting the public to join them in honoring the birthday of Reverend Dr Martin Luther King Jr. The citywide event, scheduled for Monday, January 19, 2026, will focus on the theme “Unity through […]

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NBMAA Access for All Community Day for Rev Dr Martin Luther King Jr Day

The New Britain Museum of American Art (NBMAA) is inviting the public to honor the legacy of the Rev Dr Martin Luther King Jr through a vibrant day of art, music, and community reflection. In partnership with the CT Center for Nonviolence (CTCN), the museum will host its Access for All Community Day, centered around […]

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Iris Sanchez sworn in as State Rep for New Britainโ€™s 25thย District

State Rep. Iris Sanchez (D-25) has been sworn in as the State Representative from New Britain’s 25th District. The swearing-in ceremony occurred in the House Chamber on Tuesday, January 13th. The 2026 Legislative Session is set to begin on February 4th, 2026. Rep. Sanchez, a multi-term member of the New Britain Common Council from Ward […]

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Art Schaller and Hometown Foundation Bring New K-9 Gus to New Britain Police

The New Britain Police Department is expanding its K-9 unit with the addition of K-9 Gus. The Hometown Foundation, Inc says that it, is excited to share that thanks to a generous donation by Art Schaller of Schaller Auto World, the New Britain Police Department will be adding โ€œK-9 Gusโ€ to their K-9-unit team. K-9 […]

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New Britain Racial Justice Coalition Holding January Community Meeting

The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition (NBRJC) will host its January Community Meeting on Thursday, January 29, at 6:30pm. The event will be held virtually via Zoom. NBRJC says, Weโ€™ll be discussing the upcoming legislative session. Guest speakers will share what their organizations are working on. Registration for the meeting is at linktr.ee/nbrjc.

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New Britain Public Library Hosting Authorโ€™s Tea Featuring Ald Candyce Scott – “Gorgy Goes to School”

The New Britain Public Library is hosting an “Authorโ€™s Tea,” event featuring Ald Candyce Scott (D-3), sharing her book, “Gorgy Goes to School”. The event is to be on Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 6:30pm in the Library’s Children’s Room. “After the reading,” the Library says, “we will enjoy tea and cookies!” The Library adds […]

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Veronica T DeLandro Named Interim Town Clerk of New Britain

Community leader and public administration expert Veronica T DeLandro has been appointed as New Britainโ€™s Interim Town and City Clerk. DeLandro thanked Mayor Bobby Sanchez (D), “for this appointment and for the opportunity to serve the residents of New Britain.” DeLandroโ€™s appointment follows the retirement of Mark Bernacki, who stepped down on November 12, 2025, […]

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