05 March, 2026
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Top Stories of 2025

As we get ready to start 2026, the New Britain Progressive looks back at some of the important stories the New Britain Progressive covered in 2025. Many of these stories span multiple articles covered in the New Britain Progressive, so many of the larger stories are represented by one article, here. With that, here are […]

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Nas.Creatives Holding The Healing Stage: A Guided Meditation at Gallery 66

Nas.Creatives has announced that it is holding an event – The Healing Stage: A Guided Meditation at Gallery 66. Organizers say, This is not a performance โ€” itโ€™s a homecoming.A soft landing for the body, mind, and spirit. Join us on December 28th at Gallery 66 for an intimate guided meditation led by Ysanne, created […]

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South Church Hosting Community Christmas Dinner

South Church has announced a Community Christmas Dinner on Christmas Day. The event is on December 25, 2025 at 12:00pm. The Church says that the, “Community Christmas dinner w/ meals served at the church hall and delivered to Homebound New Britain Residents.” “Reservations for home deliveries, 860-223-3691 by noon on Tuesday, December 23rd,” event organizers […]

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Weekday Wild Encounters and Animal Tales Events Happening at Hungerford Nature Center

The Hungerford Nature Center has announced that it is hosting weekly Wild Encounters and Animal Tales events. “Get up close with one or two of our animal ambassadors in these, hands-on mini sessions,” the Center says about its Wild Encounters events. “Each encounter is differentโ€”stop by and see whoโ€™s visiting!” The Center says that the […]

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Mayor Sanchez Announces 2-Hour Free Parking for Holiday Season

New Britain Mayor Bobby Sanchez (D) has announced that the city is providing two hour free metered parking for the holiday season. “New Britainโ€™s small businesses are the heart of our community, especially during the holiday season,” Mayor Sanchez said. “Offering free parking is one way we can make it easier for folks to shop […]