April 2016
Les Is More: How To Deal With Unwanted Paper
By Leslie Jacobs Columnist One person piles it up, another tosses it in a drawer, and a third person sticks in a bag. What is the point of this? There are many ways to organize paper but none of the above are the correct way. Motivation, passion whatever you call […]
Youth Theater Brings Enrichment To New Britain
By Olivia Jablonski, Managing Editor Theater can encourage the young minds of children and adolescents by giving them the ability to think creatively of bright ideas and to collaborate with one another on teamwork. It can also foster self-confidence and their self-esteem, and also develop social and academic skills through their involvement in a program […]
Pro Soccer Team Kicks Off in New Britain
By Robert Held Staff Writer New Britain not only has a new minor league baseball team in the Bees, but has also added a new professional soccer team called Connecticut United Football Club to the city. New Britain has not had a professional soccer team since the Connecticut Wolves left in 2002. “This is a […]
Trifle Is A Treat During Barbecue Season
By Charlotte Ayres Contributing Writer Memorial day is just around the block and with that comes barbecue season. When everyone is expected to bring something it can be difficult to find the perfect dish. One dessert that is unique enough to grab everyone’s attention at the party, but simple enough to put together last minute, […]
Salvador Dali at New Britain Museum of American Art
By Olivia Jablonski, Managing Editor A showcase of works done by one of the most celebrated and influential artist of all time, Salvador Dali, is currently in exhibition mode at the New Britain Museum of American Art. The exhibition is titled “The Cycle of Life in Print by Salvador Dali” and held an opening reception […]
Congressmen Larson Fundraises At Elmers
By Ruth Bruno Staff Writer Connecticut Congressman John Larson was in Central Connecticut as he made an appearance for his fundraiser at Elmer’s Bar, and discussed the various platforms he is currently running on. Larson is preparing for the coming election season through fundraising events where he hopes to gain local support through constituents in […]
Mayor Stewart Fears Cuts to Town Aid.
By: Edward M. Corey Staff Writer Legislators in Hartford reached a deal on Tuesday to eliminate the state budget deficit for the current fiscal year. Mayor Erin Stewart (R-New Britain) has expressed concerned about potential future cuts to municipal aid from the state. “While we have made immense progress over the last three years to […]