18 March, 2026
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East Side Restaurant Brings Munich To New Britain

By Sheridan Cyr Lifestyles Editor Throughout the city of New Britain are countless gems that hold incredibly rich culture. East Side Restaurant is one of those gems where guests can enjoy a true German experience in a breathtakingly beautiful and true-to-its-colors setting. The two-tier building, located at 131 Dwight St., gives the guest a handful […]

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Fourth of July Fireworks Around the Corner

By Olivia Jablonski Managing Editor Summer is all about relaxing and having a good time. The anticipation is rising as New Britain prepares for its Fourth of July weekend and its music series, which starts on Wednesday, July 6. Starting with the Fourth of July, the New Britain Parks and Recreation Department will be hosting […]

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Local Summer Fun In New Britain Parks and Recreation

By Sheridan Cyr Lifestyles Editor The New Britain Parks and Recreation department makes it impossible to be bored this summer. The city is home to nine unique parks; some include playscapes, basketball courts, picnic areas, pools, athletic fields, gardens, splash pads and so much more. Along with the parks themselves, the department has programs all […]

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Fourth of July Treats in New Britain

By Sheridan Cyr Lifestyles Editor The Fourth of July is coming up fast! Whether you’re entertaining guests at home or heading over to someone else’s backyard barbecue, you’d better come prepared with a dish or two! For a clean, healthy appetizer that won’t fill you up before the big meal, take a shot at these […]

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Polish Senator to Visit Little Poland.

By Lawrence Clark Copy Editor Polish Senator Anna Anders will be visiting New Britain and specifically Little Poland on Wednesday June 29th. Anders will be stopping by the Polish American Foundation at 4 p.m. and General J. Haller Post at 7 p.m. to meet with the public. “New Britain has one of the largest Polish […]

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Regulars Welcomed at Captain Al’s Kitchen

By Sheridan Cyr Lifestyles Editor The tiny, hole-in-the-wall diner, Captain Al’s Kitchen, brings home-style comfort to breakfast and lunch. Located at 1003 East St. in New Britain, the restaurant has seen several owners over the years, but has stayed true to their heart: serving delicious food to patrons and keeping them coming back. Current owner […]

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New Britain Public Pools and Splash Pads Open for the 2023 Summer Season

The hot summer months of 2023 are here and New Britain city pools and splash pads are open, providing relief from the heat and summer fun. The pools in New Britain’s Willow Brook Park Pool and A.W. Stanley Park Pool opened on June 17, 2023 at 1:00pm and are to close on August 12th at […]

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A Poetry Movement in New Britain

By Geoff Elterich Staff Writer Michael “Chief” Peterson, New Britain’s poet laureate and dean of students at New Britain High School, is determined to start a poetry movement in the city. On Friday, June 24th, starting at 8 p.m., Chief will bring his show, Expressions, to New Britain’s Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 511 […]