By John McNamara News of the end of the line for making Stanley tools in New Britain came early on February 26. By the afternoon Stanley Black & Decker (SBD) officially announced the closing of its Myrtle Street facility where up to 300 workers will lose their jobs later this year. The dominance of the … Continue reading Stanley’s 183-Year Legacy Ends: Cost-Cutting and Closures
Month: February 2026
City Seeks $5 Million Grant for Allen Street Storm Water Project
City officials confirmed last week they are seeking a major grant to close the gap in the funding of the Allen Street Utility-Road Phase II project where flooding and sewage overflows have caused problems in the neighborhood for decades. The regional Local Transportation Capital Improvement Program (LOTCIP) received the New Britain application for $5 million … Continue reading City Seeks $5 Million Grant for Allen Street Storm Water Project
Council Fills Ward 3 Vacancy…City Backs Immigrant Rights…Events Mark Black History Month
News Briefs for Week Ending February 14, 2026 By NB Politicus NAACP President Jan Edwards and Mayor Bobby Sanchez at Pan-African flag raising on February 11 for Black History Month. (Mayor Sanchez photo) Council fills Ward 3 vacancy Democrat Alberto Borrero, a Concord Street homeowner, is the new Alderman from Ward 3 on the New … Continue reading Council Fills Ward 3 Vacancy…City Backs Immigrant Rights…Events Mark Black History Month
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
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