21 March, 2025

New Britain Racial Justice Coalition - Upcoming

1 min read

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 […]
1 min read

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

1 min read

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

2 mins read

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 […]
1 min read

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 […]
Paid advertisement

Click to read the

Police Blotter

Find community events this week at the New Britain Progressive's Community Events and Meetings Page.

Today in
New Britain



About the New Britain Progressive and New Britain Independent Newspaper, Inc.


Help support the New Britain Progressive with a donation.


Advertise on the New Britain Progressive.

2 mins read

Gloria House Provides Respite for Those Needing Help with Challenges with Mental Health, Substance Use or Trauma

Pastor Dana Smith and Pastor Evelyn Smith of New Life II Ministries are working to get the word out about an important new program to help people facing challenges from mental health, substance use and/or trauma. The program is the first in the state, peer-run respite house, “Gloria House.” Its website says that, “The Gloria House […]

1 min read

Aram Ayalon Announces Qualification for Clean Election Program

Former Democratic City Council leader, Ald. Aram Ayalon (D-3), who is running for State Representative in the 26th District, has announced that he has qualified for the state’s Citizen Election Program, known commonly as the “Clean Election Program”. “I value the financial support for state candidates,” said Ayalon, “because it minimizes influence by corporations and […]

1 min read

Annual Textbook Sale Hosted by Friends of the New Britain Public Library

Friends of the New Britain Public Library are hosting their Annual Textbook Sale. The sale, “features gently used textbooks across a wide variety of disciplines for college and high school students, and for the lifelong learner in everyone. Paperbacks $2 each, hardcovers $4 each, cash only,” Friends of the New Britain Public Library says. The […]

1 min read

New Britain Racial Justice Coalition Hosting Annual Back-to-School Giveaway

The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition (NBRJC) is, once again, hosting its annual Back-to-School Giveaway. “We’re dedicated to supporting our community’s youth and ensuring every student starts the school year with the tools they need to succeed,” the Coalition says. The 4th annual events are to be held at Mount Pleasant, on August 10, 2024 […]

2 mins read

Council Member Scott Discusses Empowerment at School House Apartments

Third Ward Council member, Ald. Candyce Scott (D-3) discussed local government and empowerment at the School House Apartments on South Main Street at a community meeting last Friday. “It was amazing,” said Ald. Scott. “We had spaghetti, salad, dessert, and I spoke about local politics and shared information and resources about local elected positions. Melvadene […]

1 min read

New Britain Democrats Donate To Dr. Alton F. Brooks Scholarship Fund

The New Britain Democratic Party Chair Chris Anderson has announced that the New Britain Democrats have made a $250 donation to the Alton Brooks Scholarship, maintained at the Community Foundation of Greater New Britain, in honor of the revered community leader, Dr. Alton F. Brooks. In a letter to David J. Obedzinski, President and Chief […]

Skip to content