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Registering and Voting This Tuesday Nov 3rd
The 2020 Election Day is nearly here, with many people who have not voted yet having one more chance on November 3rd.
Republican Russell’s Education Claim Called Untrue
A campaign attack by Republican candidate Alden Russell against Democratic candidate Manny Sanchez on school funding is being called untrue.
Congresswoman Hayes Holds Online New Britain Town Hall
Congresswoman Jahana Hayes (D-5) answered questions from New Britain residents at a town-hall style online forum on Tuesday evening.
League of Women Voters Candidate Forum Online and On TV
The New Britain Area League of Women Voters announced that its forum for New Britain state legislative candidates is available online and TV.
Mayor’s Salary to be $99,026 After 13% Raise
In a party-line vote, Republicans approved a salary increase for the New Britain mayor’s position from $87,634 to, apparently, $99,026.
Lawrence “Larry” Hermanowski Passes Away
Well known and respected New Britain community and political leader, Lawrence “Larry” Hermanowski, passed away on October 9, 2020.
Listro Proposed for Board of Education Vacancy
Democratic Council leaders are proposing Joseph Listro of New Britain ROOTS to fill a vacancy on the New Britain Board of Education.
Early Voting by Absentee Ballot Begins
Voters who have already submitted applications have begun receiving absentee ballots, enabling them to vote early in the November 3 election.
New Britain Is Using Two Ballot Drop Boxes At City Hall For Now: Legislators Get Two More OK’d For Heavy Presidential Turnout
So far Bernacki is confining use of the drop boxes to City Hall and is reluctant to set up more citing insufficient personnel and time…
Republicans Vote Down Proposal for Strong Police Review Board
The Republican majority on a Council committee voted down a Democratic proposal to strengthen the police review board proposal