January 2021
For DeLandro and Against Columbus: Activism Planned for Council Meeting
With two major issues before the City Council on Wednesday evening, activists are organizing for Veronica DeLandro and against Columbus.
Happening in New Britain Jan 11th to 17th
New Britain city meetings and community events during the week of Mon, Jan 11th to Sun, Jan 17th include the regular City Council meeting.
After Passing Over DeLandro, Republicans Prepare to Fill Council Seat
An unnamed person is to be considered for a Council vacancy, a month after Republicans pushed aside Democrat Veronica DeLandro for the seat.
An Attempted Coup and Assault on Democracy
After a coup attempt called for by Republican President Trump, the scope of the national and local assault on democracy has been settling in.
New Britain State Delegation Takes Office
Newly elected Sen. Rick Lopes (D-6) and Rep. Manny Sanchez (D-24) have officially joined the New Britain state legislative delegation.
Library to Feature Virtual Movie Matinee
The New Britain Public Library will feature the 1949 film noir movie “D.O.A.” at its Virtual Movie Matinee tonight.
Racial Justice Coalition Seeks to Hire Community Organizer
The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition says that it is seeking to hire a community organizer to expand its advocacy and organizing efforts.
Happening in New Britain Jan 4th to 10th
New Britain city meetings and community events coming up during the week of Monday, January 4, 2021 to Sunday, January 10th include …
Top 10 of 2020: #1 – A New Revolution Against Racism and for Equality
Thousands of people took to the streets in New Britain in 2020 to protest against systemic racism and for equality.
Black Ministers Alliance Holds Annual Emancipation Day Event
The Black Ministers Alliance of New Britain held the annual New Britain Emancipation Proclamation Day celebration online January 1st.