State Rep. Iris Sanchez joins legislature…State grant paves way for Mt. Pleasant Phase 1…School District seeks 14.82% more…City mourns Alderman Hargraves

News Briefs for Week Ending February 7, 2026 By NB Politicus State Rep. Sanchez Joins Legislature for 2026 Session State Rep. Iris Noemi Sanchez (D-25) was one of two new members of the House of Representatives to take their seats for the first time at the Connecticut General Assembly's 2026 session on opening day, February … Continue reading State Rep. Iris Sanchez joins legislature…State grant paves way for Mt. Pleasant Phase 1…School District seeks 14.82% more…City mourns Alderman Hargraves

Alderman Hargraves Brought People Together

Alderman Jerrell Hargraves, who died unexpectedly this week, brought a quiet, unassuming demeanor to his work as the city's human rights officer and on the Common Council representing Ward 2. When Jerrell spoke in that baritone voice on any issue before the Council he had something substantive to say and all sides listened. New Britain's … Continue reading Alderman Hargraves Brought People Together

Lawmakers Discuss Issues On Tap For 2026 Legislative Session At LWV Forum

Connecticut General Assembly Convenes February 4th By John McNamara Three New Britain area legislators fielded questions at January 31st LWV brunch. School aid, affordable housing and countering unlawful Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activity were key topics discussed at a January 31 Legislative Brunch organized by the New Britain area League of Women Voters (LWV). … Continue reading Lawmakers Discuss Issues On Tap For 2026 Legislative Session At LWV Forum

Officials Provide Update On Allen Street Project to Upgrade Stormwater System

City officials have provided an update on plans and financing to complete the Allen Street project to replace an outmoded storm water and sewage system that causes neighborhood flooding during heavy rains and extensive damage to basements and property. Mayor Bobby Sanchez said Allen Street improvements have been the priority for his office and the … Continue reading Officials Provide Update On Allen Street Project to Upgrade Stormwater System

City Audit for FY 2025 Finalized on Time

Independent auditors delivered New Britain's financial statements for the year ending June 30, 2025 to city officials and the state Office of Policy and Management ahead of a December 31st deadline after several years of the reports being filed late. Material weaknesses and noncompliance found in prior years have been corrected, according to the CliftonLarsonAllen … Continue reading City Audit for FY 2025 Finalized on Time

Iris Sanchez sworn in as State Rep for New Britain’s 25th District

State Rep. Iris Sanchez (D-25) and family with House Speaker Matt Ritter . The swearing-in ceremony occurred in the House Chamber on Tuesday, January 13th. The 2026 Legislative Session is set to begin on February 4th, 2026.   Rep. Sanchez, a multi-term member of the New Britain Common Council from Ward 3, resigned her Council … Continue reading Iris Sanchez sworn in as State Rep for New Britain’s 25th District

Task Force Hearing On Traffic Cameras Scheduled For Thursday, Jan. 15th

by John McNamara The City of New Britain will take the next step in selecting locations for speed enforcement traffic cameras at a January 15th public hearing of the Vision Zero Task Force. A Vision Zero public hearing is set for Thursday, Jan. 15th, at 6:30 p.m. at the New Britain Police Department Community Room, … Continue reading Task Force Hearing On Traffic Cameras Scheduled For Thursday, Jan. 15th

Rev. Dr. Crabtree, a Founder of Prudence Crandall Center, Honored With CCAG Award Named For Laddie Michalowski

Citizen Action Group Recognizes Third Act Leader; Celebrates 20 Years of Citizen Elections Program By John McNamara The Connecticut Citizen Action Group honored the Rev. Dr. Davida Foy Crabtree on December 4 at its awards and campaign finance reform anniversary celebration in West Hartford. Rev. Dr. Crabtree, a United Church of Christ (UCC) minister, received … Continue reading Rev. Dr. Crabtree, a Founder of Prudence Crandall Center, Honored With CCAG Award Named For Laddie Michalowski

New Britain Prof Pens Book On Eastern European Roots

Dr. Lisa Wisniewski's Book Shares Oral Histories from Communities in Connecticut and Massachusetts So Migrants' Culture and Heritage Will Not Be "Forgotten" By John McNamara The migration of Eastern Europeans to New Britain and other U.S. destinations after World War II is a story Professor Lisa Wisniewski, PhD, has wanted to tell from the beginning … Continue reading New Britain Prof Pens Book On Eastern European Roots