2016
Local Summer Fun In New Britain Parks and Recreation
By Sheridan Cyr Lifestyles Editor The New Britain Parks and Recreation department makes it impossible to be bored this summer. The city is home to nine unique parks; some include playscapes, basketball courts, picnic areas, pools, athletic fields, gardens, splash pads and so much more. Along with the parks themselves, the department has programs all […]
CCSU Catcher Signed With Angels
By Robert Held Staff Writer Connor Fitzsimons may have finished his college baseball career at Central Connecticut State University, but he is not done playing baseball yet. Last weekend, Fitzsimons signed a contract with Los Angeles Angels. Fitzsimons will be playing on the rookie team the Arizona League Angels. The Arizona League Angels season runs through […]
A Case for Direct Citizen-Initiated Ballot Measures in Connecticut.
By Cody DallaValle of Torrington Unsolicited Op-Ed There are only two ways to change the constitution of our great state, they are outlined in Articles 12 & 13. The first method is called a legislatively referred amendment which requires both chambers of the legislature to vote on and pass the amendment twice, with more than […]
Connecticut United Beats Stal Mielec
By Robert Held Staff Writer Connecticut FC was able to pull off a stunning victory over Stal Mielec, at their show game against the polish pro team. The match took place on Saturday at Veterans Stadium. The final score was 1-0, and lone goal came in at the 75th minute when Tiago Martins was finally […]
Fourth of July Treats in New Britain
By Sheridan Cyr Lifestyles Editor The Fourth of July is coming up fast! Whether you’re entertaining guests at home or heading over to someone else’s backyard barbecue, you’d better come prepared with a dish or two! For a clean, healthy appetizer that won’t fill you up before the big meal, take a shot at these […]
Polish Senator to Visit Little Poland.
By Lawrence Clark Copy Editor Polish Senator Anna Anders will be visiting New Britain and specifically Little Poland on Wednesday June 29th. Anders will be stopping by the Polish American Foundation at 4 p.m. and General J. Haller Post at 7 p.m. to meet with the public. “New Britain has one of the largest Polish […]
Regulars Welcomed at Captain Al’s Kitchen
By Sheridan Cyr Lifestyles Editor The tiny, hole-in-the-wall diner, Captain Al’s Kitchen, brings home-style comfort to breakfast and lunch. Located at 1003 East St. in New Britain, the restaurant has seen several owners over the years, but has stayed true to their heart: serving delicious food to patrons and keeping them coming back. Current owner […]
New Britain Public Pools and Splash Pads Open for the 2023 Summer Season
The hot summer months of 2023 are here and New Britain city pools and splash pads are open, providing relief from the heat and summer fun. The pools in New Britain’s Willow Brook Park Pool and A.W. Stanley Park Pool opened on June 17, 2023 at 1:00pm and are to close on August 12th at […]
A Poetry Movement in New Britain
By Geoff Elterich Staff Writer Michael “Chief” Peterson, New Britain’s poet laureate and dean of students at New Britain High School, is determined to start a poetry movement in the city. On Friday, June 24th, starting at 8 p.m., Chief will bring his show, Expressions, to New Britain’s Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 511 […]
Smalley Academy Renovation Cost Jumps To $53m; Public Hearing Wednesday, June 22, At Council Committee
By John McNamera Contributing Columnist What’s behind a $53 million price tag for renovations to Smalley Academy, a K-5 elementary school near downtown and North-Oak Streets? That question should be on the minds of the Common Council after initial estimates by school officials were closer to $30 million last year. The earlier estimate by school […]