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Friends of New Britain Public Library Hosting Spring Book Sale
By the Friends of the New Britain Public Library, By the Friends of the New Britain Public Library, The Spring Book Sale sponsored by the Friends of the New Britain Public Library will be held from April 30 – May 2, 2026 in the Library’s Community Room at 20 High Street. The Sale opens on […]
Fitch Ratings Gives New Britain ‘A’ Rating with Positive Outlook
The office of New Britain Mayor Bobby Sanchez (D) announced that Fitch Ratings has affirmed its ‘A’ bond rating for the city, with a Positive Outlook. “This affirmation is strong recognition that New Britain is moving in the right direction,” said Mayor Sanchez. “My administration met with Fitch and discussed our focus on responsible budgeting, […]
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 Sanchez’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 […]
Indivisible Farmington Valley Hosting “Chips, Dips & Democracy” Event
Indivisible Farmington Valley says that it is hosting a “Chips, Dips & Democracy” event to invite people for political discussion. “Indivisible Farmington Valley invites everyone to this lively, interactive panel discussion about Gen Z and politics – moderated by Frankie Graziano of Connecticut Public,” event organizers say. “This is a free event, but we request […]
Mayor Bobby Sanchez Proposes Budget With No Tax Increase; $1 Million Increase in Schools Funding
New Britain Mayor Bobby Sanchez (D) spoke to the City Council today, proposing a budget for the city with no tax increase, no cuts in services, overall spending flat and a $1 million increase in funding for schools. Sanchez said his proposed budget has no mill rate increase and no increase in water and sewer […]
Report Says Blogoslawski Backdated Tax Payments; Lowering Own Late Penalties; and Another Taxpayers’ at Direction of Stewart’s Office
Stewart Calls it Politics; Legislators Call for State Investigation The firm hired to investigate allegations of misconduct in the City Revenue Collector’s Office has issued a scathing report saying that, “The evidence indicates that Ms. [Cheryl] Blogoslawski improperly backdated tax payments for her own personal benefit and for other taxpayers, including at times at the […]
New Britain Honors 65th Infantry on National Borinqueneers Day
Photojournalism by Dr Frank Gerratana. Cover photo by Dr Frank Gerratana. Article staff report. Today, the City of New Britain held annual ceremonies for National Borinqueneers Day in honor of the Borinqueneers, the widely honored 65th Infantry Regiment from Puerto Rico, who served the United States with distinction in both World Wars and the Korean […]
School System Publishes 2026-2027 School Calendar
The New Britain school district has published its calendar for the 2026-2027 school year. The 2026 – 2027 calendar says that the school year begins on August 31, 2026 and ends on June 11, 2026. The school district updates the calendar from time to time, and the most recent version would be on the district’s website. […]
National Borinqueneers Day 2026 to be Hosted by Mayor Bobby Sanchez, Rep Iris Sanchez and New Britain Veterans Commission
The office of Mayor Bobby Sanchez (D) has announced that he, State Rep Iris Sanchez (D-25) and the city Veterans Commission, “will host the annual National Borinqueneers Day Celebration on Monday, April 13th, starting at 10:30 a.m. at the Borinqueneers Monument located at 246 Beaver Street in New Britain.” The Borinqueneers, Mayor Sanchez’s office pointed […]
10th Annual Public Library Fundraiser Will Mark Growth, Expanded Community Engagement
by John McNamara Sponsors and attendees at the New Britain Public Library’s (NBPL) 10th Annual Fundraiser on Friday, April 10th will enjoy food, music and camaraderie with NBPL patrons, staff and volunteers right next to the book stacks and reading areas this year. The event will be held at the High Street main library to showcase recent […]