27 April, 2026
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“Rebellious Rhythms” Event in Honor of Latine Heritage Month to be Hosted by CT People’s Survival Programs

CT People’s Survival Programs has announced a “Rebellious Rhythms” event to, “Celebrate the start of Latine Heritage Month with dinner and a compelling workshop led by local historian Nina Vรกzquez.” Organizers say that Latine Heritage Month, is annually observed from September 15th to October 15th, to celebrate, honor, recognize, and learn about the vibrant histories, […]

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McNamara Endorsed by National Democratic Municipal Officials Organization

The national Democratic Municipal Officials Organization (DMO) has announced that it has endorsed Ald John McNamara (D-4), the New Britain City Council’s Majority Leader, for re-election this year, as he seeks his second term on the Council. “New Britain and municipal governments across the country are addressing aging infrastructures, the need for affordable housing and […]

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Expanding access to Fair Rent Commission Announcement

Aldermen Neil Connors (D) and Jerrel Hargreaves (R) announced they have developed new policies to expand access to the Fair Rent Commission. In a July 28 Facebook announcement Alderman Connors issued a statement: “Iโ€™m proud to share that Ald. Jerrell Hargraves and I worked togetherโ€”across the aisleโ€”to expand access to the Fair Rent Commission (FRC) […]

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Early Voting in Ward 4 Council Primary Now Open, Primary Day is September 9th

Early voting is open in the Democratic primary for City Council in Ward 4, with primary day one week away on September 9th. In the primary, Ward 4 Democratic voters will choose two candidates for the Ward 4 Council election, as part of the city elections in November. Each of the city’s five wards are […]

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State Legislators to Host National Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration

Members of New Britain’s state legislative delegation are to host a National Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration. The event, “Celebration Collective Heritage – Past Present & Future”, is to be hosted by Sen Rick Lopes (D-6), Rep Bobby Sanchez (D-25), Rep Manny Sanchez (D-24), Rep David DeFronzo (D-26) and Rep Gary Turco (D-27). The event is […]

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Puerto Rican Society of New Britain Planning 2025 Festival Puertorriqueรฑo

The Puerto Rican Society of New Britain is planning the 2025 Festival Puertorriqueรฑo this July. “Save the date,” say event organizers, for the Festival, planned for Sunday, September 14th. New Britainโ€™s Puerto Rican Festival has a long history as a vibrant celebration of Puerto Rican culture and New Britainโ€™s close cultural bond with Puerto Rico. […]

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Holmes School Renovation Is on Schedule for Fall 2026 Re-Opening

By John McNamara State Bonds Are Covering 95% Of $70 Million In Construction Costs A $70 million comprehensive renovation of the Stanley H. Holmes Elementary School on Stanley Street near A.W. Stanley Park is on schedule for re-opening in the fall of 2026. Members of the School Building Committee toured the school construction site on […]

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Mayor Stewart is $6M Short: Where is the money for the Allen St. Project? What is your plan?

This updated record is being shared regarding the status of our neighborhood’s storm-sewer-sanitary system and the City and State responses. Dear Mayor Stewart: Over the past 7 years, my wife Sharon and I have stepped up to shine a bright light on the Allen St. Infrastructure Problem. Our fact based narrative noted below (click on […]

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New Britain Youth Theatre Announces Auditions for Shrek, Jr.

Saying that it, “is celebrating 15 years in the city of New Britain,” New Britain Youth Theatre is announcing upcoming auditions for its production of “Shrek, Jr.” “NBYT is a professionally run community and educational theater for children and teens,” the theater program says. “NBYT was founded in 2010 and has always accepted children from […]