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Prominent local attorney and community leader, Adrian Baron, reported on social media today that federal…
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The Islamic Association of Central Connecticut is hosting “Taste of Ramadan 2025”, inviting people to,…
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Whether or not you work at a job that is possible to do remotely, acts…
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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 […]
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NAACP State Council President Scot X. Esdaile led a crowd of 150 in celebrating the…
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Finding A Common Thread of Racial and Social Justice in 1988 and 2024 By John…
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All of our recent flooding updates and narratives with photos, video interviews, documents, etc. are…
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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 […]
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Republican City Council Assistant Leader, Ald Sharon Beloin-Saavedra (R-1) has reportedly announced that she is…
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Friendship Center’s Cold Weather Triage Program Is Open To Help Unhoused NEW BRITAIN – A…
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In New Britain, community meetings and events from today to Sunday, March 23, 2025 include
GAE Committee Favors ‘Precise’ Wording On Ballot Questions The Legislature’s Government Administration and Elections Committee (GAE) has acted favorably on a bill that will “establish certain minimum requirements for presenting charter or home rule ordinance amendment ballot questions to voters.'” House Bill 7125, introduced by State Representative Gary Turco (D-27) and supported by New Britain’s […]
The Islamic Association of Central Connecticut is hosting “Taste of Ramadan 2025”, inviting people to, “Join us for a community Iftar celebration.” “Food from around the world!!!” event organizers say. The event is March 15, 2025 at 6:30pm at New Britain High School. A City Council resolution introduced at the March 12th Council meeting by […]
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3:00 pm
New Britain Public Library
Clay Trinket Fridge Magnets for Teens & Adults at NBPL
20 High Street
Mon, Mar 17
5:00 pm
New Britain Public Library
Teen Video Game Tournament: Guilty Gear at NBPL
20 High Street
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City Hall
City Board of Assessment Appeals
27 West Main Street
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Board of Education building
Board of Education Curriculum Committee
272 Main Street
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Board of Education building
Board of Education Policy Committee
272 Main Street
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6:30 pm
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City Historic Preservation Commission
27 West Main Street
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Mattabassett District Commission
245 Main Street, Cromwell
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BOE Requests 12% Increase In Local Aid
Budget Forum January 30th, 6 p.m. At Smalley Elementary School The Board of Education (BOE) will hold a budget forum on Thursday, January 30th, to hear a presentation and give the public an opportunity to weigh in on the proposed school budget that will go to the Mayor and Common Council. The budget forum will […]
New Britain Public Library to Host A Celebration of Black America: Past, Present & Future
The New Britain Public Library is hosting “A Celebration of Black America: Past, Present & Future” featuring a film screening, author talk and fashion show. The event is to feature three events on Saturday, February 15, 2025. At 1:00pm, there is to be a Film Screening and Talk, featuring the film, The 29th Connecticut Regiment […]
NAACP Economic Development Committee Multicultural Business Coalition February Meeting to Feature Pastor Dana Smith at New Life ll Ministries
The upcoming NAACP Economic Development Committee Multicultural Business Coalition meeting is to feature New Britain Pastor Dana Smith at New Life ll Ministries. The meeting is to include, “Visioning for Multicultural Businesses & Economic Development in New Britain and “Goal Development and Direction for 2025.” The meeting is Monday, February 17, 2025 from 5:00pm to […]
AG Tong Hosts Lunar New Year Event At Great Taste
Democrats Gather As Attorney General Pushes Back On Trump’s Unconstitutional Actions By John McNamara NEW BRITAIN – Attorney General William Tong (D-CT) kicked off a series of Lunar New Year celebrations at Great Taste Restaurant on January 28th as he and 22 other state Attorneys General challenge the Trump White House on federal fund impoundments, […]
Know Your Rights Presentation for Immigrants Hosted by Literacy Volunteers of Central Connecticut and New Britain Public Library
The Literacy Volunteers of Central Connecticut and New Britain Public Library are hosting a, “Know Your Rights presentation for immigrants and those who support immigrants.” The event is to be Thursday, February 13, 2025, from 5:00pm to 7:00pm in the Library Community Room. The Library says that, The presentation, given by Attorney Jennifer Antognini-O’Neill of […]
New Britain Public Library Hosting American Job Center for Career Resources Sessions
The New Britain Public Library has announced that it is partnering with the American Job Center for Career Resources Sessions. The free sessions are to be on first Tuesday of each month at different times. “We now have new 2025 dates for another five month run to June,” the Library says. Organizers of the events […]
Community Events and Meetings in New Britain from Jan 27th Feb 2nd
In New Britain, community meetings and events from today to Sunday, February 2, 2025 include
Rep DeFronzo Introduces Legislation on Infrastructure and Insurance Cancellations
Rep Dave DeFronzo (D-26) has announced that he has introduced legislation on municipal infrastructure and notices of insurance cancellations. “The bills I put forward reflect the issues people are dealing with in New Britain,” Rep DeFronzo said. “I know there are a lot of proposals out there right now, but I’m hopeful there will be […]
New Britain Racial Justice Coalition Planning January Community Meeting
The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition is planning its January Community Meeting. The Coalition invites people to, “Join us to discuss the city and state budget, conditions in Connecticut prisons and support for unhoused community members.” The meeting is Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 6:30pm on Zoom. The Coalition has a registration website. “All are […]
More Zoning Change Proposals Submitted to Council
Another batch of zoning ordinance and zoning map change proposals has been submitted to the New Britain City Council for consideration. In the past, the Council’s Republican leader, Ald Robert Smedley (R-4) as referred to the long series of zoning ordinances and zoning changes submitted to the Council, over a number of years, as a […]