The Big Lie On Taxes From Team Stewart and NB Republicans

Statements coming out of the mouths of Republicans in New Britain these days on property taxes are about as false and misleading as it gets. The phony refrains on taxes are a stretch even for the partisan sniping that is the New Britain Republican Party's stock in trade.It's one thing to oppose first-term Mayor Tim … Continue reading The Big Lie On Taxes From Team Stewart and NB Republicans

Remembering The March and Speech From the "Global Village"

The March for Jobs and Freedom culminating in the "Dream" speech that occurred 50 years ago today stirred the social consciences of many more than the 250,000 who were on the Washington mall that hot summer day in Washington, D.C.All of us who are old enough have no business remembering where we were on that … Continue reading Remembering The March and Speech From the "Global Village"

Virtual Busway Tour Starting At New Britain Station

A special section in The Hartford Courant has an interactive tour of the the New Britain to Hartford rapid bus transit system a/k/a "CTfastrak" as provided by the CT Department of Transportation at its project website http://www.ctfastrak.comThe state Bond Commission this month allocated $500,000 for transit-oriented development in the downtown district. The busses of the … Continue reading Virtual Busway Tour Starting At New Britain Station

Access For All: New Britain Will Celebrate 23rd Anniversary of ADA Wednesday, July 24th

New Britain will observe the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) — on Wednesday, July 24th, with a “Walk and Roll” event around Walnut Hill Park beginning a 5:30 p.m.The City, under the auspices of Mayor O’Brien and the Commission on Persons with Disabilities, is sponsoring the event that will include ice cream … Continue reading Access For All: New Britain Will Celebrate 23rd Anniversary of ADA Wednesday, July 24th

Dems Recommend Nicole Rodriguez For School Board Vacancy: City Council Will Fill Vacancy

DTC Recommends Nicole Rodriguez For BOE VacancyNicole Rodriguez, a high school graduation specialist in the Hartford School system and parent, is the choice of the Democratic Town Committee to fill the seat left vacant by Dr. Nicole Sanders who recently resigned from the Board of Education.Ms. Rodriguez, who holds a master’s degree in school counseling, … Continue reading Dems Recommend Nicole Rodriguez For School Board Vacancy: City Council Will Fill Vacancy

Preserving The Hatch Building: Leaves & Pages Open House Fundraiser June 6th For Historical Society

Leaves and Pages, Dan and Arlene Palmer's downtown coffee shop and book store, will host a membership/fundraiser open house on Thursday, June 6th for the New Britain Historical Society from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. Leaves and Pages is located at 59 W. Main St.Wine, cheese, and hors d'oeuvres will be served, and registration is limited … Continue reading Preserving The Hatch Building: Leaves & Pages Open House Fundraiser June 6th For Historical Society

Little Poland Day 4/28/2013: A Street Festival On Broad Street

Not since "Main Street USA" in years past has New Britain seen a street festival like April 28th's Little Poland Day organized by the Polonia Business Association.More at New Britain Democrat http://wp.me/pWyF4-11v

Rell v CCJEF: Data Shows NB One Of Hardest Hit In Funding For Schools

Rell v. CCJEF Lawsuit: New Britain One of Hardest Hit Cities In Funding For SchoolsMoney or the lack of it to pay for public education was the focus of the Democratic Town Committee meeting last month. A presentation by longtime advocate Dianne Kaplan deVries, on a landmark court case brought by the Connecticut Coalition for Justice in Education … Continue reading Rell v CCJEF: Data Shows NB One Of Hardest Hit In Funding For Schools

Options On The Table For The "Move To Neighborhood Schools"

New Britain's "Move to Neighborhood Schools" will be the focus of a Monday, February 25th Board of Education meeting when board members will review a plan by Supt, Kelt Cooper that calls for all students attending classes in schools and programs outside of their neighborhood district in 2012-2013 to attend a neighborhood school in 2013-2014.The … Continue reading Options On The Table For The "Move To Neighborhood Schools"

Digging Out Slowed By Storm Intensity, Accumulation

The storm that moved into the city at mid day on Friday dumped upwards of 27 inches of drifting snow. It will likely take two to three days to get streets back to normal in cities such as New Britain and Hartford.By 9 p.m. Saturday many residential side streets remained unplowed as crews labored to … Continue reading Digging Out Slowed By Storm Intensity, Accumulation