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New Britain Public Pools and Splash Pads Open for the 2025 Summer Season
The hot summer months of 2025 are here and New Britain city pools and splash pads are open, providing relief from the heat and summer fun. The city’s three splash pad summer water recreation locations opened on Memorial Day weekend and are to remain open through Labor Day weekend. The pools in New Britain’s Willow […]
Council to Have Special Meeting on Borrowing for Operating Expenses
Republican Mayor Erin Stewart has called the New Britain City Council into a meeting on what is described as a plan to borrow to cover annual city budgets.
Mobile COVID-19 Testing to Be At Smalley School
State Representative Bobby Sanchez (D-25) is announcing a mobile COVID-19 testing site he has been working to make available in New Britain.
City Considers Adding $30 Million Debt to Cover Deficits
Once again, under Republican Mayor Erin Stewart, the city is considering borrowing to cover the cost of city spending, now with a $70 million proposal.
Juneteenth Unity Event to Stand Against Racism
Juneteenth is taking on even greater meaning, as activism rises against racism and a growing list of unarmed Black Americans killed by police.
Police Chief to Discuss ‘Use of Force’ Policy
New Britain Police Chief Christopher Chute will present an online presentation on the New Britain Police “use of force” policy.
Stuck in the 18th Century: State Constitution Impedes Voting By Mail, Early Voting
While a score of other states have ballot access via vote by mail and periods of early voting before Election Day, Connecticut is stuck in another century.
Online Interfaith Call to Prayer Announced
Faith leaders in New Britain have announced an Interfaith Call to Prayer, to be held online by Zoom, Facebook Live and conference call.
Primary Apparent for Democrats in 24th
Democrat Richard Lacourciere has announced that he has qualified to primary endorsed Democrat, Ald. Manny Sanchez for the 24th District nomination.
Fagan League Looks Toward Opening Season
The New Britain Fagan Baseball League is looking toward opening its 2020 summer little league baseball season in late June.