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Just Two Days Before DeLandro Vote, Stewart Calls for “Search”
Just two days before the vote on appointing Democrat Veronica DeLandro to the Council, Republican Mayor Erin Stewart is calling for a “search”
New Britain Common Council Vacancy: An Opportunity For Bipartisan Cooperation
The alderman-at-large vacancy caused by the election of Emmanuel Sanchez to the 24th District House seat is an opportunity for some all too …
DeLandro Officially Proposed for Council Seat
Democrat Veronica T. DeLandro has officially been proposed to succeed Representative-Elect Manny Sanchez (D-24) on the City Council.
Contradictory Proposal Appears to Call for Automatic Mayoral Pay Raises
A Republican City Council member is proposing a contradictory proposal on pay raises for the New Britain’s mayor and certain other officials.
Resolution to Move Columbus Statue Voted Back to Council
A resolution to move a statue of Christopher Columbus from a prominent city park is headed back to the Council for possible final approval.
Smalley School Holding Online Book Fair
Smalley Elementary School has announced that it is holding a Virtual Book Fair for holiday gifts and to benefit the school.
Diaspora Raising Funds for Its Mission
Dr. Violet Jiménez Sims, Diaspora Multicultural’s President, has announced an online fundraiser to support its Foundation’s nonprofit mission.
Ignoring DeLandro, Republican Council Leader Seeks Candidates to Succeed Sanchez
Republican Council Majority Leader Daniel Salerno is seeking candidates to succeed Manny Sanchez, ignoring DeLandro as Democrats’ choice.
Happening in New Britain Nov 30th to Dec 6th
New Britain meetings & events the week of Mon, Nov 30th to Sun, Dec 6th includes the Council committee meeting on the Columbus Statue.
Happy Thanksgiving
From our families to yours the New Britain Progressive wishes you a happy and safe Thanksgiving celebration!