22 April, 2026

New Britain Racial Justice Coalition

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Racial Justice Coalition Questions Sanchez Budget Proposal

By the New Britain Racial Justice Coalition, The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition (NBRJC) is raising serious concerns about Mayor Bobby Sanchezโ€™s proposed FY27 budget, stating clearly that it reduces overall education funding while failing to meaningfully invest in libraries and community services. Despite public claims of increased support for schools, the full budget shows […]

The Arts

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Central Connecticut State University’s Theatre Department Presenting “In Pieces”

The Central Connecticut State University’s Theatre Department is presenting “In Pieces”, which it says is, “a bold, contemporary new musical featuring a pop-driven score that dives into echoes of love, loss, and self-discovery by weaving the romantic journeys of six characters across three-chapters of life.” The play is April 30th, May 1st and 2nd at […]

Schools

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City of New Britain and New Britain ROOTS to Host Earth Day Tree Planting at Rev Dr Martin Luther King Jr. Park

The City of New Britain and New Britain ROOTS have announced plans to Celebrate Earth Day with a tree planting at the Rev Dr Martin Luther King Jr Park. The event is expected to include Mayor Bobby Sanchez (D), the New Britain Public Works Department, New Britain ROOTS, as well as, City officials, staff and […]
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New Britain ROOTS to Give Away Bare-Root Tree Seedlings in Celebration of Arbor Day

By New Britain ROOTS Do you know the phrase, โ€œRight tree, right placeโ€? New Britain ROOTS is ready to help you choose the right tree for your place! On April 24, ROOTS hosts a Community Arbor Day event at Central Connecticut State University featuring food, family activities and a giveaway of bare-root tree seedlings, otherwise […]
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Central Connecticut State University’s Theatre Department Presenting “In Pieces”

The Central Connecticut State University’s Theatre Department is presenting “In Pieces”, which it says is, “a bold, contemporary new musical featuring a pop-driven score that dives into echoes of love, loss, and self-discovery by weaving the romantic journeys of six characters across three-chapters of life.” The play is April 30th, May 1st and 2nd at […]

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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. โ€œWhile we have made immense progress over the last three years to […]

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Spring is that you? Nine Ways to Kick Start Your Spring Cleaning.

ย  By Leslie Jacobs Columnist ย  Growing up in New Britain, I knew when Dairy Queen opened for the season, spring was upon us. ย 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. Itโ€™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 Schoolโ€™s โ€œHotstixโ€ 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 […]