New Britain CT
New Pavements Scheduled for 23 Streets This Summer
Roadwork Begins June 22 Using State Local Capital Improvement Funds from NBpoliticus.com NEW BRITAIN – All or portions of 23 streets in the city have been selected for the 2026 re-paving program this summer by the Department of Public Works. The work will be performed by contractors retained by the city and is scheduled to […]
New Britain Celebrates Memorial Day with Traditional Parade
Photojournalism by Dr Frank Gerratana. New Britain celebrated Memorial Day with the city’s Memorial Day Parade, held on the traditional Memorial Day to honor veterans, especially those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.
City Council Approves Budget With Education Increase and No Tax Increase
The New Britain City Council approved a city budget that provides $14,742,120 million more in new funding and savings for the city’s schools, with no tax increase, by a 9 to 5 vote. The budget incorporates the $13.3 million increase state education aid and the $4.6 million in other state aid to the city that […]
Mayor Sanchez Announces Full Funding Secured for Allen Street Drainage Project
Mayor Bobby Sanchez (D) has announced that the long-delayed Allen Street Drainage Project is now fully funded, through his work as Mayor, in partnership with Sen Rick Lopes (D-6), Rep Manny Sanchez (D-24), Rep Dave DeFronzo (D-26), Rep Iris Sanchez (D-25) and Rep Gary Turco (D-27) and the support of Gov Ned Lamont (D) and […]
Farmington Commission Hears Public Opposition to Travel Center Near Batterson Park and Slater Rd. Neighborhood
A Fourth Hearing Will Be Held on June 3 By John McNamara NBpoliticus.com FARMINGTON – The Inland Wetlands and Environment Commission heard residents from Farmington and New Britain on May 20th strongly oppose an application to build a Travel Center and a gas/diesel fueling station on the town line near Interstate 84 off ramps. In response […]
Mayor Bobby Sanchez Hosting Little Poland Area Listening Tour
Mayor Bobby Sanchez (D) has announced that he, “and the City of New Britain invite business owners in the Little Poland area of New Britain to attend an upcoming Listening Tour meeting focused on the Little Poland neighborhood and surrounding business district.” “The Listening Tour,” Alisha Rayner, City Director of Operations & Communications says, “is […]
Mayor Bobby Sanchez and City of New Britain Hosting Open House at Public Works Center
Editor’s note: The cover photo is by Dr Frank Gerratana. Mayor Bobby Sanchez (D) says he is inviting residents to attend an open house at the city Department of Public Works. The event, on Thursday, May 21, 2026, from 4:30pm to 7:00pm, the city says, “will provide residents with an opportunity to meet Public Works […]
Stewart Suspends Governor Campaign After Investigation Report Says She Misused City Funds
An independent investigation has concluded that former New Britain Mayor Erin Stewart (R) engaged in a pattern of behavior that violated public trust by misusing her city-issued credit card for personal, family, and campaign expenses. In the wake of the report’s findings, Stewart has suspended her campaign for Governor of Connecticut, while current Mayor Bobby […]
City Council Allocates 2026 HUD Funding
The City Council approved a resolution allocating funds provided to New Britain by the federal Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the federal dollars meant to support viable communities, provide decent housing, and expand economic opportunities for low- and moderate-income residents. Funding is provided annually to the city by HUD and distributed by the […]