22 February, 2025
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New Britain Budget Audit Late for Yet Another Year

The city of New Britain annual budget audit, required under state law, is anticipated to be three months late, according to a report recently submitted to the City Council. The information came to light in response to an official Council petition filed by the Council Majority Leader, Ald John McNamara (D-4). The city was required […]

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Deputy Consul General Suguru Minoya from Japan to Speak at CCSU Lunar New Year Celebration

Deputy Consul General Suguru Minoya, Consulate General of Japan in Boston, Ministry of Foreign Affairs is to speak at Central Connecticut State University’s celebration of the Lunar New Year. The event is planned for Wednesday, February 12, 2025, from 12:30pm to 3:30pm at Alumni Hall. CCSU says that the celebration is, “featuring three dance performances; […]

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City Youth Theater/City Stage Company to Present “Five Guys Named Moe” in Honor of Black History Month at Trinity-on-Main (CANCELLED)

Editor’s Note (2/17/2025): The Trinity-on-Main website says that these events are cancelled. City Youth Theater/City Stage Company is presenting Five Guys Named Moe, “a vibrant celebration of Black music and storytelling,” at New Britain’s Trinity-on-Main honor of Black History Month. The performance company says that. This beloved musical tells the story of Nomax, a man […]

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State and Local Leaders Hosting “Champions of Change: A Black History Month Tribute”

Secretary of the State Stephanie Thomas (D) and State Treasurer Erick Russell (D) are to be special guests at an event presented by Sen Rick Lopes (D-6), Rep Bobby Sanchez (D-25), Rep Manny Sanchez (D-24), Rep David DeFronzo (D-26), Rep Gary Turco (D-27), the City Council President, Ald Francisco Santiago (D-5), the Council Majority Leader, […]

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Tax Abatement Proposed for Schaller Auto Expansion

The New Britain City Council’s Committee on Administration, Finance and Law and Public Services is set to consider a business tax abatement phasing in increased assessments on renovation and expansion by Weezy LLC, La Provence Realty, LLC and Schaller Auto World for facilitates on Veterans Drive. The resolution proposing the abatement, proposed by Ald Robert […]

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League of Women Voters Plans 2025 Legislative Brunch

The League of Women Voters of the New Britain Area is planning its 2025 Legislative Brunch. The League says it invites the public to -Hear our New Britain, Newington and Plainville State Legislators -Ask them your Questions -Enjoy Coffee/Tea & Brunch Goodies The event is Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 10:00am in the New Britain […]