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

Former Alderman Adam Platosz’ Life of Service To City And Community

Funeral services for Former City Alderman Adam Platosz, who died March 12th at the age of 73, drew hundreds of individuals who came to mourn the passing of a public servant and a loyal and generous friend and leader in the city's Ukrainian American community. Platosz, a longtime member of the Democratic Town Committee, served … Continue reading Former Alderman Adam Platosz’ Life of Service To City And Community

Murphy Joins Other Senators In Support Of New Ukrainian Government Threatened By Moscow

With Russian forces crossing over to Crimea this weekend, concerns grow about an outbreak of hostilities between the new Ukrainian government and Russia. That is especially so among families in New Britain's Ukrainian-American community that includes three parishes and an estimated 3,000 residents.Chris MurphyU.S. Senator Chris Murphy and other senators of the Foreign Relations Committee … Continue reading Murphy Joins Other Senators In Support Of New Ukrainian Government Threatened By Moscow