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The Prudance Crandall Center and the Klingberg Family Centers are each receiving $5,000 grants from…
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By Tim O’Brien I was deeply saddened to learn of the passing of the great…
New Britain Racial Justice Coalition
Saying, “New Britain deserves better!” the New Britain Racial Justice Coalition is calling city residents to action, in support of city funding for emergency housing and education. Mayor Erin Stewart (R) is set to announce her budget for the upcoming year tomorrow. After that, the Council will consider the budget. “We’re calling on the New […]
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“The rights he dedicated his life to are under threat” By John McNamara A wintry mix outside forced the organizers of the memorial wreath laying for the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. inside on Saturday April 12th to mark the anniversary of the assassination of the civil rights leader on April 4, 1968. The “Literacy […]
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In New Britain, community meetings and events from today to Sunday, May 25, 2025 include
The Prudance Crandall Center and the Klingberg Family Centers are each receiving $5,000 grants from the American Savings Foundation based on applications prepared by Central Connecticut State University students, as part of their “The Psychology of Giving and Introduction to Philanthropy” class. The class, CCSU says, taught the students about the world of non-profits and […]
Tue, May 20
10:00 am
City Hall
City Hall Safety Committee
27 West Main Street
Tue, May 20
10:30 am
City Hall
City Local Prevention Council
27 West Main Street
Tue, May 20
1:00 pm
Wheeler Clinic
Hunger Action Team Meeting
40 Hart Street
Tue, May 20
1:00 pm
Senior Center
Senior Sleuths Book Club
55 Pearl Street
Tue, May 20
5:30 pm
Mattabassett District office
Mattabassett District Commission Engineering Committee
245 Main Street, Cromwell
Tue, May 20
6:00 pm
City Hall
City Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities
27 West Main Street
Tue, May 20
6:00 pm
City Hall
City Animal Welfare Commission
27 West Main Street
Tue, May 20
6:00 pm
New Britain Public Library
Anime in the Teen Room at New Britain Public Library
20 High Street
Tue, May 20
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
New Britain Public Library
Evening Book Club at New Britain Public Library
20 High Street
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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 […]