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City Starts ‘Courtesy’ Response Service; Homeowner Flood Relief Is On Council Agenda By John McNamara…
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By Carlos Ayala Hollow I lost his handHe disappeared into the crowd It’s not what I was trying to do to surviveIt’s what I was doing to die How long must we suffer The pain The lies How can we hideFrom these evil eyes The light shines But, I remain in the shadows Power All […]
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In a report to the City Council, the city disclosed that it spent $25,239 on…
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By John McNamara NEW BRITAIN – Campaign promises threatening “mass deportation”, use of the military…
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The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition is planning the third installment of its Political Education…
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Finding A Common Thread of Racial and Social Justice in 1988 and 2024 By John…
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A 2013 report “New Britain Urban Forest” prepared for the City of New Britain by…
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To: Property Owners and Residents in the Allen St. Basin and in the Hampton-Eton Sub-Basin.…
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The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition is planning the third installment of its Political Education Series on Gentrification. The discussion is to be about Navigating Gentrification. The event is to be on Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 10:00am. The Coalition says, Join us for our upcoming Political Education Series on Gentrification!Together, let’s dive deep into […]
The Central Connecticut State University Ceramics and Management and Organization has announced that its students, “will present Empty Bowls 2024. A basic meal of hearty soup in the handmade bowl of your choice will be served with a side of bread at Smalley Elementary School.” “‘Empty Bowl’” is an international project to fight hunger, personalized […]
The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition is planning its November Community Meeting. “The Election is Over… What’s Next?” says the Coalition. “Let’s reflect, strategize, and plan our next steps for building a more just and equitable future.” The event is planned for Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 6:30pm on Zoom. On online registration page is […]
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New Britain Public Library
New Britain Public Library: Super Kids
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City School Building Committee
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City Parking Ticket Appeals Board
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New Britain Public Library
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20 High Street
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New Britain Public Library
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City Housing Authority Board
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Deeper Life Bible Church
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Top 10 of 2018: #5 – The Blue Wave
In a “Blue Wave” election, Democrats swept all of the legislative elections in New Britain and New Britain contributed to statewide wins for Democrats.
Top 10 of 2018: #6 – $115 Million Stewart Debt Plan to Push Costs to Future
Mayor Stewart’s plan to borrow $115 million was seen as the result of her pushing debt into the future to artificially lower costs during her administration
2019 Little Poland Festival Planned for June 2nd
New Britain’s Little Poland Festival is expected to bring big crowds June 2nd to enjoy a vibrant celebration of Polish culture, music and cuisine.
2019 Little Poland Festival Planned for June 2nd
The 2019 Little Poland Festival will be held on June 2nd, Adrian Baron, President of the Polonia Business Association has announced.
Top 10 of 2018: #7 – Stewart Found in Violation of Election Law
Republican Mayor Erin Stewart violated state campaign law by illegally using taxpayer money to promote her 2017 re-election.
Top 10 of 2018: #8 – The Tale of Two Monuments
The city celebrated the dedication of its monument to the 65th Infantry Borinqueneers, but rejected a different monument because of Holocaust accusations.
Top 10 of 2018: #9 – Mr. Alton Brooks Advocates for Human Rights Office
When Mr. Alton Brooks spoke to the City Council advocating for the city’s Human Rights and Opportunities office, elected officials took notice.
Seasons Greetings From the New Britain Progressive
Seasons Greetings from the New Britain Progressive, and best wishes from our families to yours.
Top 10 of 2018: #10 – Neighborhood Activism
In 2018, there were a number of heartening examples of neighborhood activism, in which residents worked together to do work and press for change.
PAL Opens Karate Registration
The New Britain Police Athletic League (PAL) has announced that registration is available now for karate classes that begin in January. The classes begin on January 21, 2019, but PAL says that registration is available now. The classes are organized into separate Monday or Friday classes. The Monday sessions begin on January 21st and the […]