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Top 10 of 2020: #10 – North-Oak NRZ: Keeping Hope Alive
The work of the North-Oak NRZ, the North-Oak Neighborhood’s community organization, has been very important during 2020.
Coalition Starts Campaign for Education Funding, Justice
The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition held a kick-off event to press for education funding and changes in the school system.
Opposing Racial Justice Advocates, Stewart Vetoes Columbus Statue Resolution
During a nor’easter, a week before Christmas, Republican Mayor Erin Stewart vetoed moving the Columbus statue from a prominent city park.
After Blocking DeLandro Vote, Republicans Continue “Search”
After blocking a vote to appoint Democrat Veronica DeLandro to the Council, Republicans continue their “search”, looking to a January vote.
DeLandro Supporters Fired Up and Organizing
Supporters of Democrat Veronica T. DeLandro are organizing in the wake of a Republican decision to block her appointment to the City Council.
Happy Hanukkah from the New Britain Progressive
Happy Hanukkah and best wishes from the New Britain Progressive. May the celebration of the Festival of Lights bring with it joy and hope for the future.
Council Votes to Remove Columbus Statue
The New Britain City Council has approved a resolution to move a statue of Christopher Columbus from a prominent city park.
Republicans Set Aside DeLandro Council Appointment
New Britain Council Republicans set aside the appointment of Democrat Veronica DeLandro to succeed Rep.-Elect Manny Sanchez on the Council.
Holiday Pop-Up Sale at Library
A “Holiday Pop-Up Sale” is planned at the New Britain Public Library, sponsored by Friends of New Britain Public Library.
Hole in the Wall Presents “This Is Our Youth”
New Britain’s Hole in the Wall Theater will video stream the filmed performance of Kenneth Lonergan’s play, “This Is Our Youth,” this week.