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League of Women Voters to Hold Annual Meeting
The New Britain Area League of Women Voters has announced its 51st Annual Meeting. “Whether you’re a member already or just wondering what the New Britain LWV does,” the League says. “Join us for pizza with a group of people who want to make a difference!” The event is Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at 6:00pm […]
Allen St. Problem-Project #2 Oak St. to Beacon St: Flooding Updates Our 18th Presentation to City Officials
To: -All Past and Current City Officials and All Current Department Directors -All Long Suffering Flood Victims; Taxpayers, Property Owners and Residents This updated record is being shared regarding the status of our neighborhoods’ storm-sewer systems and the Federal-State-City responses. Our concerns must be given the highest priority. Our quality of life is suffering and […]
New Britain Racial Justice Coalition Planning Summer Mutual Aid Program, Seeking Donations
The New Britain Racial Justice Coalition is working to reach out to and empower people in neighborhoods with its Summer Mutual Aid Program, and is presently seeking donations to support the effort. The Coalition held the Mutual Aid events last summer. The Coalition says that, “Every summer, NBRJC proudly supports over 100 families in New Britain through […]
New Britain Public Library Makerspace Hosting “Craft with Pride” Activity
The New Britain Public Library is hosting a, “Craft with Pride,” activity in its Makerspace. The event is June 8, 2024 at 1:00pm. The Library says, Create beautiful works of art at the library centered around celebrating LGBTQ+ pride month, in collaboration with New Britain Pride! Come make a quick headband or button, or stay […]
Community Events and Meetings in New Britain, June 3rd to 9th
In New Britain, community meetings and events from today to Sunday, June 9, 2024 include,
City Report on Federal COVID Recovery Funding Does Not Show How Much Unspent
A report from the city on its use of federal COVID relief funds so far appears to leave out an important item requested by the City Council — what the balances are of the money provided to the city. The report from the city, provided to Council Majority Leader, Ald. John McNamara (D-4), does not […]
New Britain 2024 Paving Program to Begin in June
The New Britain Public Works Department is to carry out its 2024 road paving program, starting on June 17th. The Department says that the program, “is expected to last approximately six to seven weeks.” “For the majority of streets the rehabilitation work involves milling off the top 2” of existing pavement and then installing 2” […]
2024 Little Poland Festival Coming Up
Editor’s Note (6/9/2024): Festival organizers have announced that the, “Little Poland Festival is rain or shine. Come on down! The rain will pass. Official opening is at 12:30.” The 2024 New Britain Little Poland Festival is planned for Sunday, June 9, celebrating the 11th time the widely popular cultural event has been held. “What began […]
Police Athletic League Hosting ‘Midnight Basketball’
Editor’s Note (5/30/2024): PAL has announced that the opening day, May 31st has been changed to Osgood Park. The New Britain Police Athletic League (PAL) is once again organizing its “Midnight Basketball” youth program on Friday and Saturday nights in the Summer of 2024. The events are to run from May 31, 2024 to August […]