Michael Foran Appointed Assistant Superintendent
Longtime New Britain educator Michael Foran has been named as Assistant Superintendent. Foran was appointed by the Board of Education at a special meeting on July 31st. Superintendent Nancy Sarra had recommended that the Board approve Foran’s appointment to the position. Sarra said that Foran, “is a true instructional leader. He has a calming presence and […]
Council Set to Approve Proposal To Bring Back Local Residency Requirement for Department Heads
The City Council is set to vote on final approval of a proposal that would bring back the requirement that city department heads be residents of New Britain. The proposed ordinance (local law), which was introduced by the Council Majority Leader, Ald. Carlo Carlozzi, Jr. (D-5), and Ald. Aram Ayalon (D-3), would reinstate the requirement that city […]
2018 “National Night Out” to Be August 7th
The 2018 New Britain National Night Out event, sponsored by the New Britain Police Department, will be held on August 7th. New Britain’s 2017 National Night Out drew hundreds of people in a festival atmosphere. The 2018 event will be a family event featuring New Britain Police, SWAT, Fire and EMS vehicles, Police K-9 dogs, face […]
City Meetings and Community Events, Week of Aug 6th to Aug 12th
City meetings and community events coming up during the week from Monday, August 6, 2018 to Sunday, August 12th include: Mon, Aug 6 Commission on Persons with Disabilities 5:00pm to 6:00pm City Hall, 27 West Main Street, Room 202 Walnut Hill Park Summer Concert 7:00pm to 9:00pm Walnut Hill Park Tue, Aug 7 National Night […]
2018 Dożynki to be Held August 25th and 26th
New Britain’s 2018 Dożynki festival will be held on August 25th and 26th. “Join us for the 38th annual Polish Harvest Festival in New Britain,” says the event organizers, “a beautiful and festive tradition to give thanks and celebrate all things Polish!” Dożynki is the traditional Polish harvest celebration, giving thanks for a bountiful harvest. New […]
So So Fly Holding “Shop ‘n Chill Pop Up” Aug 4th
So So Fly Urban Fashions has announced that it is hosting a “Shop ‘n Chill Pop Up” on Saturday, August 4th, inviting the community to, “shop, chill and enjoy great vibes.” The event is to have live music, free food, art, fashion and raffles. So So Fly has announced that the event is to include […]
Fifth Congressional District Democratic Primary Comes to New Britain
The Fifth Congressional District House seat is up for grabs in November and the Democratic Primary has come to New Britain. While the platforms of the two Democrats running in the Democratic primary on August 13 2018 are very similar, maybe the delineating factors are race and experience holding elected office. Mary Glassman opened her campaign […]
Board of Education Makes Appointments to Administrative Positions
Consolidated School District of New Britain has announced that the Board of Education has filled a number of administrative positions in the school district ahead of the upcoming school year. The school district announced appointments to nine positions. Michael Foran, who was appointed as Assistant Superintendent. Mark Spalding, appointed as Director of Pupil Services. Danielle […]
$21.8 Million in State Grants to New Britain Organizations and Schools Announced
Four prominent New Britain organizations and two schools are receiving what totals millions of dollars in grants from funding allocated by the State Bond Commission at its July 25, 2018 meeting. The grants allow the organizations and schools to purchase, expand or renovate facilities used for the services that they provide. The grants, totaling $21.8 million, […]
City Meetings and Community Events, Week of July 30 to Aug 5th
City meetings and community events coming up during the week from Monday, July 30, 2018 to August 5th include: Mon, Jul 30 Outsiders Art at Gallery 66: Opening Reception 5:00pm to 7:00pm 66 West Main Street Walnut Hill Park Summer Concert 7:00pm to 9:00pm Walnut Hill Park Tue, Jul 31 Special Board of Education Meeting […]