2024
Community Events and Meetings in New Britain, Aug 5th to 11th
In New Britain, community meetings and events from today to Sunday, August 11, 2024 include
Bysiewicz and Hayes Visit Plainville to Support Rebecca Martinez for State Representative
Lt. Gov. Susan Bysiewicz (D) and Congresswoman Jahana Hayes (D-5) visited Plainville on Saturday for the State Representative campaign kickoff of Plainville Board of Education member Rebecca Martinez (D). Martinez, who has been Vice-Chair of the Plainville Board of Education, is running for election in the 22nd State Assembly district, taking on incumbent State Representative […]
Council Members Talk About Voting with Residents at Columbus Commons
Council members, Ald. Candyce Scott (D-3) and Ald. Nate Simpson (D-1) visited the Columbus Commons apartments recently to talk with residents about voting. Scott said, “the visit was amazing,” adding, Talking to people and educating them about the importance of voting is crucial. We need to educate and motivate people to vote during the presidential […]
Allen St. Basin and Hampton-Eton Sub-Basin: Water Line Break 8-1-24
To: Ward 4 Flooding Victims, Property Owners, Tax Payers, Residents, Constituents Yesterday 8-1-24 a crew from Public Works worked from late afternoon into the late night re-storing water service to Newbury Road. In the heat and the darkness this PW crew made it happen. Excellent effort. Public Works’ Associates have been completing these special repairs […]
Reader Encourages Voters to Research Congressional Candidates’ Issue Positions
To the Editor: Are you a registered “Independent”? In respect for your affiliation, and in understanding your desire to do your own research in choosing a candidate for our 5th Congressional District, I urge you to compare issues and achievements at the websites of our current 3rd term Congresswoman, Democrat Jahana Hayes and her opponent […]
Allen St. Project #2 Progress Update and Bulletin
Bulletin: August 2, 2024 This is an “all hands on deck” bi-partisan plea for assistance… As the current mayor noted in her recent interview with the CT Examiner; If all goes as planned, ground could be broken in late 2025 and the project completed in the first half of 2027. This news from Mayor Stewart […]
CCAG Conducts Climate Change Survey In New Britain
Residents Share Views At Main Street Market On Renewable Energy Vs. Fossil Fuels Interns from Connecticut Citizen Action Group are taking in the views of Greater New Britain residents this summer on “how climate change and energy companies are impacting their lives.” CCAG is conducting on the street surveys asking “Are you concerned about climate […]
Candyce Scott and Pergola Announce Back to School Supply Drive
Council member, Ald. Candyce Scott (D-3) and Pergola Events, LLC have announced that they are hosting, Back to School Supply Drive event aimed at supporting local students and families in need. With your help, we can ensure that every child has the tools they need to succeed in the classroom. Many families in our community […]
Dave DeFronzo Advocates for Expanded Mental Health Care for High School Students
Saying, “I believe every high school student, regardless of their income level, should have access to mental health services at their high school,” David DeFronzo, who is running for state representative in the open 26th Assembly District, is pressing for more funding for staffing and other resources for mental health services in high schools in […]
Community Health Center Hosting Community Health Fair
The Community Health Center, Inc. is hosting a Community Health Fair in honor of National Health Center Week. “This event offers family friendly fun and health education. Enjoy the free ice cream truck, arts and crafts, and DJ!”, the Community Health Center says. The event is to be August 5, 2024, from 11:00am to 2:00pm […]