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Lt Gov Bysiewicz Joins Local Democrats in Rally Ahead of November Elections
Editor’s Note: Journalism by Dr Frank Gerratana contributed to this article. Lt Gov Susan Bysiewicz (D) joined New Britain Democrats Tuesday at Five Churches Brewing in an election rally, as the autumn election season gets underway. Democratic Party Chair Chris Anderson welcomed the assembled activists and dignitaries to build excitement for the most active part […]
Our 24th Presentation to City Elected and Appointed Officials Over the Past Year: 9-25-24. Documentation for our file.
To: City Council Members, City Elected and Appointed Officials, and Flooding Victims Living in the Allen St. Basin and the Hampton-Eton Sub-Basin: Director Moriarty reported 9-23-24, he will be hosting a Public Information Meeting in late October or early November to go through the various aspects of the Project. He is hoping to get a […]
Stewart Announces She is Not Seeking Reelection
Mayor Erin Stewart (R) announced that she will not seek re-election in 2025, instead saying that she will decide in early 2025 whether to, again, run for governor. Stewart’s announcement comes at a time when she has been embroiled in another scandal involving her father, former Mayor Timothy Stewart (R) who, again, made bigoted comments […]
Friends of New Britain Public Library Hosting Fall Book Sale
“It’s almost here,” say Friends of New Britain Public Library, “the long-awaited Fall Book Sale sponsored by the Friends of the New Britain Public Library.” “Thanks to generous donations from our patrons,” the organization says, “we offer lots of great reads for all ages. If you happen to be in the library over the next […]
Council Resolution Calls on Tim Stewart to be Removed from City Commission
Former Mayor Timothy Stewart (R) is facing a Council resolution calling for his removal from the city School Building Committee in the wake of yet another in a history of bigoted comments he has posted online. Stewart recently posed a racist comment online about Asian Americans, as he took part in a conversation apparently concerning […]
Asian Pacific American Community Speaks Out Against Former Mayor Tim Stewart Racist Comments
Former Mayor Timothy Stewart (R) is once again facing criticism for bigoted comments online, this time directed at Asian Americans. NBC Connecticut News reported today about an online discussion about, “a post about the Trump campaign’s allegations of Haitian immigrants eating house pets in Ohio.” Another person had made a comment that, “I have a […]
Council Democrats Call For Neighborhood Flood Relief Assistance
NEW BRITAIN – Common Council Democrats are proposing a neighborhood flood relief initiative to “provide immediate and direct relief to homeowners whose properties are damaged by storm water and sewage when extreme weather leads to flooding and damages.” A resolution, introduced by Common Council President Francisco Santiago (D-5), Assistant Majority Leader Iris Sanchez (D-3) and […]
New Britain Roots Hosting Annual “Garden Crawl”
New Britain ROOTS is hosting annual Garden Crawl event. “Tour our beloved school gardens,” says the organization, “and learn more about our work in the community.” The event is September 29, 2024, starting at 11:00am at the Senior Center, located at 55 Pearl. “Participants will have the opportunity to see and experience the work that […]
CCSU to Host Virtual Reality and Artificial Intelligence Conference
Central Connecticut State University has announced that it is hosting a conference on Virtual Reality and Artificial Intelligence to discuss, “how AI can revolutionize and enhance both educational practices and workforce skills development.” “The conference reflects Central’s ongoing initiative to advance Virtual Reality and Artificial Intelligence education,” CCSU says, “while empowering educators and students to […]
New Britain Public Library Hosting Game Night Social
New Britain Public Library is welcoming the community to a “Game Night Social.” “New to the area and looking to meet new people who like to play board games?” asks the Library. “Have an established gaming group and looking for a new spot to play?” “Join us on the last Thursday of the Month,” the […]