2026
Gorgy by Candy’s runway celebration honors Black History Month
On February 28, 2026, the New Britain Library hosted a fashion show celebrated Black History Month, bringing together local designers, performers, organizations, and vendors for a morning centered on culture and community. Guests first explored booths from small Black-owned businesses, selling things from African-style clothing to handmade jewelry. The market-like atmosphere highlighted local businesses while […]
Irish Parade, Taste of Ramadan Affirm New Britain as City of Immigrants, Diversity
By John McNamara Saturday, March 7th was one of those days when New Britain lived up to being known as a “city for all people” with two annual faith and cultural celebrations In the morning the city’s contingent to the 54th Greater Hartford Saint Patrick’s Day Parade organized by the Central Connecticut Irish Cultural Committee […]
Nine Bullets Too Many
By Rhona Cohen and Olive O’Brien-Cohen Steven “Stevie” Jones, 55 years old, died on March 4th from gunshot injuries sustained at the hands of a Hartford police officer during a mental health crisis. Famed civil rights attorney Benjamin Crump, the state and local NAACP, Jones’ surviving family members, and a broad swath of Hartford’s community […]
TRIAD Grand Breakfast Planned
New Britain Police say, Please join us in supporting our senior community while enjoying a morning of good food! Triad’s Grand Breakfast is happening March 15th from 8AM–11AM, and we’d love to see you there!” “Triad,” New Britain Police say, “works to build strong partnerships between seniors and law enforcement by sharing important information to […]
Council to Hold Hearing on Charges Against Ald Smedley for Online Comments
The New Britain City Council has scheduled a special meeting and hearing to determine whether Ald Robert Smedley should be disciplined or removed from office following a series of online comments that the charges against him said appeared defamatory, dangerous, profane and “disgraceful”. This formal proceeding follows the Council’s approval of Resolution No. 37071 in […]
New Britain Symphony Orchestra Presenting “A Time for Peace” Symphony Concert
The New Britain Symphony Orchestra says that it, “ushers in spring in this, its 76th year,” announcing that it is presenting “A Time for Peace” symphony concert. The Orchestra says that, Under the baton of Maestro Toshi Shimada, the NBSO welcomes the Farmington Valley Chorale, directed by Ellen Gilson Voth. The program includes Ralph Vaughan […]
Stanley’s 183-Year Legacy Ends: Cost-Cutting and Closures
By John McNamara News of the end of the line for making Stanley tools in New Britain came early on February 26. By the afternoon Stanley Black & Decker (SBD) officially announced the closing of its Myrtle Street facility where up to 300 workers will lose their jobs later this year. The dominance of the […]
New Britain Public Library Hosting End of Life Planning Program
The New Britain Public Library is hosting an End of Life Planning program with New Britain Memorial & Donald D Sagarino Funeral Home. The Library says, While we often plan for major life milestones like weddings, our children’s education, and retirement, many of us overlook the importance of preparing for the inevitable. Join AJ Albuquerque […]