20 March, 2025

New Britain Racial Justice Coalition - Upcoming

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New Britain Racial Justice Coalition Planning March Community Meeting and Iftar

The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition is planning its March Community Meeting and Iftar. The Coalition invites people, saying, “We’ll be discussing the city and sate budget and how it impacts our community. Come share your thoughts, connect, and break fast with us.” The meeting is Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 6:30pm at 115 West […]
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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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Democrats Advocate for Infrastructure and Neighborhood Improvements as City Standing Bonding Subcommittee Recommends Park Borrowing With Board of Finance Votes

The City Bonding Subcommittee approved recommending for $6,300,000 in borrowing for parks projects, with members of the Republican-controlled Board of Finance and Taxation tipping the balance in favor. Democrats on the committee had moved to table the proposal, calling for city bonding to include funding for flood control and other neighborhood priorities, but were outvoted […]
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New Britain Racial Justice Coalition Planning March Community Meeting and Iftar

The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition is planning its March Community Meeting and Iftar. The Coalition invites people, saying, “We’ll be discussing the city and sate budget and how it impacts our community. Come share your thoughts, connect, and break fast with us.” The meeting is Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 6:30pm at 115 West […]

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Allen St. Drainage Improvements and Reconstruction Phase 2 Project and Hampton-Eton Storm-Sewer Sub-Basin: Our 22nd Presentation to City and State Officials

To: CT Elected Officials, New Britain Elected Officials, Taxpayers and Flooding Victims: 1) E-mail Stormwater and Sewer Update: Funding for Allen St. Project 7-18-24: 2) E-mail Allen St. Project #2 Progress Update 7-25-24: 3) E-mail Allen St. Project #2 Update and Bulletin 8-1-24: 4) E-mail Allen St. Basin and Hampton-Eton Sub-Basin Water Pipe Breaks 8-2-24: […]

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In Primary Tuesday, Democrats to Choose Nominee for 26th District; Republicans to Nominate for U.S. Senate

Everyday Democrats in the 26th State Assembly District have their say on their nominee in the election to succeed longtime State Rep. Peter Tercyak (D-26), who is retiring this year, while Republican voters, citywide will nominate in the upcoming election for U.S. Senate. Democratic former City Council member, Ald. David DeFronzo (D-AL) is the endorsed […]

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Council Resolution Honors August as Black Business Month

A resolution has been introduced in the New Britain City Council to recognize August as Black Business Month. The resolution says the Council, “encourages all residents to support and patronize Black-owned businesses, celebrate their achievements, and join in the collective effort to create a more inclusive and equitable economy.” The resolution has been submitted by […]

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Resolution Honors California Congresswoman and New Britain Native Anna Eshoo

California U.S. Representative Anna Eshoo (CA-16) is to be honored with a City Council resolution from her birthplace, New Britain, Connecticut, thanking her for serving more than 30 years in the U.S. House of Representatives. In February, Council Majority Leader, Ald. John McNamara (D-4), who is also the sponsor of the Council resolution, wrote about […]

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New Britain School District Hosting “Back to School Bash”

The Consolidated School District of New Britain is hosting its annual “Back to School Bash” to welcome students and families for the upcoming school year. “During the Back to School Bash,” the school district says, “students and families will have the opportunity to meet and greet their school administrators and other staff.” The event is […]

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It’s A Unanimous CT Roll Call For Harris In Virtual Pre-Convention Nomination Vote

Voting early and online nomination stems from Republican obstruction over ballot access in Ohio “So I’ve decided the best way forward is to pass the torch to a new generation. That’s the best way to unite our nation. I know there is a time and a place for long years of experience in public life, […]

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Bysiewicz and Hayes Visit Plainville to Support Rebecca Martinez for State Representative

Lt. Gov. Susan Bysiewicz (D) and Congresswoman Jahana Hayes (D-5) visited Plainville on Saturday for the State Representative campaign kickoff of Plainville Board of Education member Rebecca Martinez (D). Martinez, who has been Vice-Chair of the Plainville Board of Education, is running for election in the 22nd State Assembly district, taking on incumbent State Representative […]

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