2020
Democrats Propose COVID-19 Tax Relief
Council Democrats are proposing that the Council officially approve two COVID-19 tax and water and sewer bill relief programs approved by Gov. Ned Lamont.
School Board Votes to “Work Through” April Break
The New Britain school district has announced that the Board of Education has, “voted to work through the scheduled April break.”
Parties Offer Different City COVID-19 Resolutions
Democratic and Republican City Council members are proposing two different proposals on city employees working at home during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Stewart Closes City Hall to Public After Ayalon Article
Republican Mayor Erin Stewart announced that City Hall will be closed to the public on the same day that Ald. Aram Ayalon (D-3) took the mayor to task in a statewide newspaper over keeping City Hall open.
Scene in New Britain
With COVID-19 increasingly keeping people isolated from one another, some may find time to notice details all around that might have missed their attention.
New Britain ROOTS Seeking Youth for Summer Youth Employment Program
New Britain ROOTS says that, “As of now, our Summer Youth Employment Program is still happening,” encouraging youth to apply. “We are anticipating a huge need this summer with limited slots available,” the organization says. “If you are a youth that has been involved in our programs, please reach out to us directly if you plan […]
NAACP Tele-Town Hall Informs About Census
The New Britain Branch of the NAACP held a tele-town hall meeting with a representative of the U.S. Census Bureau to get information about the 2020 Census.
Hoops for Homeless Cancels 2020 Downtown Event
The annual Hoops for Homeless benefit 3 vs. 3 basketball tournament, planned for April 25, 2020, has been cancelled, event organizers say.
School District Begins New Phase of Online Learning
The New Britain school district has begun “phase two” of its online learning program with instruction for how to use Google Classroom and other resources.
NAACP to Hold Census Tele-Town Hall
The New Britain Branch of the NAACP will hold a Tele-Town Hall on the 2020 Census in its efforts to, “ensure everyone is counted.”