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Safety Plan Can Lead To Federal Implementation Grants By John McNamara NEW BRITAIN – The…
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The Coronavirus pandemic created great challenges to leadership around the world.In order to best meet…
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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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Dear Neighbors and Ward Four Residents, My name is Carol Austad, and my husband, Robert…
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Finding A Common Thread of Racial and Social Justice in 1988 and 2024 By John…
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Friendship Center’s Cold Weather Triage Program Is Open To Help Unhoused NEW BRITAIN – A…
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Dear Neighbors and Ward Four Residents, My name is Carol Austad, and my husband, Robert Swarr and I, are long-time residents of New Britain. We care deeply about the well-being of our neighborhood. I am also a member of the Democratic Town Committee (DTC), and my goal is to address concerns and serve everyone in […]
A free Community Christmas Dinner is to be hosted at the South Church. “The dinner is free of charge!,” organizers say. “All are welcome!” The event is to be Christmas Day, December 25, 2024, from 12:00pm to 1:00pm. It is to be held at Cooper Hall at South Church, which can be accessed from Arch […]
Friendship Center’s Cold Weather Triage Program Is Open To Help Unhoused NEW BRITAIN – A “Longest Night Service” was held at South Church in the Downtown District December 20th to remember individuals who died here in 2024 after experiencing homelessness. The late afternoon service that is observed each year as the “homeless persons’ Memorial Day” was held […]
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New Britain Public Library Hosting “Adventurer’s Club”
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New Britain Public Library Teen Homework Center
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New Britain Public Library: Family Story Hour
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Congressmen Larson Fundraises At Elmers
By Ruth Bruno Staff Writer Connecticut Congressman John Larson was in Central Connecticut as he made an appearance for his fundraiser at Elmer’s Bar, and discussed the various platforms he is currently running on. Larson is preparing for the coming election season through fundraising events where he hopes to gain local support through constituents in […]
Mayor Stewart Fears Cuts to Town Aid.
By: Edward M. Corey Staff Writer Legislators in Hartford reached a deal on Tuesday to eliminate the state budget deficit for the current fiscal year. Mayor Erin Stewart (R-New Britain) has expressed concerned about potential future cuts to municipal aid from the state. “While we have made immense progress over the last three years to […]
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New Britain Bees Keep Stadium Open
By Robert Held Staff Writer Baseball will be returning to New Britain this season, despite doubts from last year. For a long time the New Britain Rock Cats, and before that the New Britain Red Sox have been fixtures in the hardware city. The New Britain Bees will now be playing 70 home games in the […]
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Spring is that you? Nine Ways to Kick Start Your Spring Cleaning.
By Leslie Jacobs Columnist Growing up in New Britain, I knew when Dairy Queen opened for the season, spring was upon us. This year, when Dairy Queen opened in early March it was my signal to call Vietnam veterans (800-775-8387) and schedule an appointment for their donations pick up. It’s one of my […]
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New Superintendent of Schools Welcomed
By Andrew J LegnaniStaff Writer The new Superintendent was introduced to the community on Wednesday. Jefferson Elementary School’s “Hotstix” Drum band welcomed the New Superintendent of Schools with a bang inside New Britain High School’s cafeteria. The 2 hour event started at 5 p.m. and included refreshments. Nancy Sarra, who begins her role as the […]