Commentary
Thank You Bill & Melinda!
By Pat Rutkowski | New Britain Public Library Director at July 1, 2024 | 8:05 am |
Last week, the American Library Association held their annual conference in New Orleans. Melinda Gates, co-chair of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, greeted attendees via video during the opening. Once again Melinda stated the importance of libraries and the tireless work they do to improve lives in their communities by providing necessary resources to people more...
Mayoral Views - State Rep. Tim O’Brien (D)
By Editor at June 24, 2024 | 8:20 am |
The New Britain City Journal is asking candidates for Mayor questions every three weeks related to the City. It is our hope this will give residents time to understand their views and make a proper choice for mayor. The question posed to candidates this week was “Why Should Residents Vote for You?” The following candidates responded to our question. Two years ago, more...
Mayoral Views - Alderman Mark Bernacki (R)
By Editor at June 24, 2024 | 8:15 am |
The New Britain City Journal is asking candidates for Mayor questions every three weeks related to the City. It is our hope this will give residents time to understand their views and make a proper choice for mayor. The question posed to candidates this week was “Why Should Residents Vote for You?” The following candidates responded to our question. I have the more...
Mayoral Views - Former Mayor Lucian Pawlak (D)
By Editor at June 24, 2024 | 8:10 am |
The New Britain City Journal is asking candidates for Mayor questions every three weeks related to the City. It is our hope this will give residents time to understand their views and make a proper choice for mayor. The question posed to candidates this week was “Why Should Residents Vote for You?” The following candidates responded to our question. In 1995 more...
Editor’s Note 6/24/2011
By Editor at June 24, 2024 | 8:00 am |
We are so excited this week to begin our Mayoral Views on page 6. This year’s election is an important one and we want you to be informed. Three candidates agreed to answer our first question. If you have a question you want to see them answer about the City, email it to [email protected]. Another question will be asked in three weeks. If you have gone more...
Let’s Get the Facts on Costco
By Editor at June 17, 2024 | 7:15 am |
This week the New Britain Republican Town Committee started a petition to let the Costco project move forward before making a final decision on the project. Many have the perception that the petition favors the project. Maybe, it is meant to, but what the petition really calls for is further discussion. Some facts have been released, but we need to hear more before more...
Editor’s Note 6/17/2011
By Editor at June 17, 2024 | 7:10 am |
Is it just me or does there seem to be a lot of news happening this week? I’m sure I’m not the only one who wishes there was more hours in the day. This week our edition is jam packed with as much news as I could fit. At least people can’t say nothing is happening in New Britain. Costco continues to be a hot topic. Everyone in the City seems to have a strong more...
How About Planning a Tag Sale?
By By Leslie Jacobs | National Association of Professional Organizers at June 17, 2024 | 7:00 am |
Did you ever look at photos in magazines and wonder where did the homeowners put all of the books, china, exercise equipment---“the clutter” in the house? Everything might be hidden away in another room, or maybe the homeowners got organized and had a tag sale and now are celebrating being clutter-free. If you live in a disorderly environment, your emotions can more...
Another Good Sign for the City
By Editor at June 10, 2024 | 8:20 am |
This week we reported on a new tenant at the Raphael Building. This story is more than just a building being refurbished and a new business opening. It is a sign that things are changing. Good things are happening in New Britain. People want to be in downtown New Britain. For years people said there was nothing to do in downtown. People complained it was dirty and more...
Noticing Lumps and Bumps on Your Dog
By Diane L. Mechlinski at June 10, 2024 | 8:15 am |
If you own a small dog, and you’re anything like me, then no doubt your pet is on your lap while you’re driving your car or he/she is often cuddled in your lap while you’re watching TV, or while you’re lovingly petting them. This is something they delight in, and I admit, it’s something that gives me a good feeling, too. It may also be a time when you can notice more...
