17 March, 2025

New Britain Racial Justice Coalition - Upcoming

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CT People’s Survival Program Launches Community Violence Intervention Series in New Britain

The CT People’s Survival Program has announced a three-part Community Violence Intervention Series, noting that it is, “focused on equipping community members with practical skills to interrupt and transform violence.” The CT People’s Survival Program is a 501(c)(3) affiliate of the New Britain Racial Justice Coalition (NBRJC). The organization says that, In collaboration with the […]

The Arts

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Music Series at South Church Concert to Feature Organist Noah Klein

The Music Series at South Church is hosting a concert featuring organist Noah Klein. The Music Series at South Church says that, Renowned for his exceptional talent, organist Noah Klein will captivate you with a dynamic program that showcases the power and beauty of South Church’s Gress-Miles organ. Recently featured as an emerging young musician […]

Latest News and Opinion

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Legislation Call For Clear Language On Charter Referendums

GAE Committee Favors ‘Precise’ Wording On Ballot Questions The Legislature’s Government Administration and Elections Committee (GAE) has acted favorably on a bill that will “establish certain minimum requirements for presenting charter or home rule ordinance amendment ballot questions to voters.'” House Bill 7125, introduced by State Representative Gary Turco (D-27) and supported by New Britain’s […]
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Taste of Ramadan 2025 to be Hosted by Islamic Association of Central Connecticut; City Council Offers “Ramadan Mubarak” Greetings

The Islamic Association of Central Connecticut is hosting “Taste of Ramadan 2025”, inviting people to, “Join us for a community Iftar celebration.” “Food from around the world!!!” event organizers say. The event is March 15, 2025 at 6:30pm at New Britain High School. A City Council resolution introduced at the March 12th Council meeting by […]

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New Britain Public Library to Host Presentation, “Beers Around the World”

The New Britain Public Library is to hosting a presentation, “Beers Around the World”, saying, Join Advanced Cicerone, author, cartoonist, and international beer judge Em Sauter for a fully illustrated guide to the world of beer from its long history to myriad styles and more! We’ll travel throughout the world to see how different world […]

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7th Annual New Britain Wreaths Across America to be Held

Organizers of the New Britain Wreaths Across America have announced that they are planning the Following a public ceremony Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 11:00am, organizers say, more than 1,400 wreaths honoring those who served and those we’ve lost upon the gravesites of Veterans interred in the Veterans’ Sections of Fairview. In previous years, it […]

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New Britain Area Interfaith Conference Organizing “Candlelight Vigil in a World Darkened by Violence”

The New Britain Area Interfaith Conference is organizing a “Candlelight Vigil in a World Darkened by Violence” Organizers say that, It is a service of prayer for those affected by violence, those driven to violence, and those responding to violence. Prayers, brief remarks and music will be followed by a procession outdoors for candle lighting […]

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Resident Shares Letter to Gov Lamont on Allen St Drainage Improvements Project

To: Governor Lamont, Chief of Staff Brokman, Mayor Stewart, Chief of Staff Dorsey, State Legislators, Flooding Victims, City and State Officials We have sent this letter to Governor Lamont pleading for his help with the funding for the Allen St. Project Phase 2. To date we have not received a response. It is now crunch […]

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Parks and Recreation to Host Breakfast with Santa

New Britain Parks and Recreation is planning its annual Breakfast with Santa event. “Santa will be making a special stop to the New Britain Senior Center,” Parks and Recreation says. “He’ll bring a pancake breakfast, fun Christmas themed activities, Christmas music, selfies with Santa, and more!” “Pre-registration is required,” adds Parks and Recreation says, “all […]

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“Justice for Katherine” Protesters Interrupt Stewart at Christmas Tree Lighting

With signs harshly criticizing Mayor Erin Stewart (R), “Justice for Katherine” protestors interrupted Stewart at the city’s official Christmas tree lighting Tuesday evening. The Justice for Katherine campaign has included a series of protests and advocacy since New Britain Police officer Connor Reinsch struck and killed Katherine Colon with the police car he was driving, […]

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New Britain Public Library to Host Presentation,”Aging in Place: How To Remain in Your Home”

The New Britain Public Library is to hosting a presentation, “Aging in Place: How To Remain in Your Home”, saying, Join us for a presentation by law firm Czepiga Daly Pope & Perri about care options for yourself or your loved ones.This program will help you better understand how to avoid putting your-hard earned assets […]

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Mayor Erin Stewart Pandemic Record – a tale of failed leadership

The Coronavirus pandemic created great challenges to leadership around the world.In order to best meet this crisis local, state, and federal governments all needed to contribute their share to minimize fatalities and reduce the spread of COVID-19. Local towns and cities played a key role during the pandemic. Mayors had the power to set and […]

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