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Fighting to Stay
By Robin Vinci at September 19, 2023 | 8:30 pm |
No Minority City Representation at MDC Downtown District Executive Director Gerry Amodio says he will not pull his name from possible appointment to the Mattabassett District Commission (MDC) Board despite the majority party of Common Council’s plan to replace him with a fellow Democrat. Amodio is the lone New Britain Republican on the New Britain district more...
Commission Member Claims “Dirty Politics”
By David Huck | Correspondent at September 19, 2023 | 8:15 pm |
Two members of the Humane Commission have been removed from the board and reassigned, an ousting that one of the volunteers calls “dirty politics at its best.” The two members of the board, which was formed earlier this year and has been marked by heated debates and disagreements among volunteers, are Barbara Fortin and Paula Poplawski. The mayor’s more...
Landlords Form PAC to Oust Mayor Tim O’Brien
By Robin Vinci at September 19, 2023 | 8:00 pm |
Saying they were not endorsing anyone, rather trying to prevent Mayor Tim O’Brien from being re-elected, the Connecticut Property Owners Alliance Inc. (CTPOA) announced to a room of about 100 people at Whinstone Tavern Wednesday night that they had formed a Political Action Committee (PAC). “For the first time in our 17 year history, we are going to dive into the more...
“Whiskey Tango” World Premiere at Hole in the Wall Theater
By Editor at September 13, 2023 | 9:00 am |
Jesus returns to clear his name, Illuminate the Truth of Nature and erase mythology in Hole in the Wall Theater’s world premiere of the musical “Whiskey Tango.” Explore the harmony of Marijuana, Baseball and Nature with Jesus as he visits a New England trailer park and is forced into a showdown with an Irish Catholic priest. Be prepared to question everything you more...
Emancipation for Participation
By Robin Vinci at September 12, 2023 | 8:30 pm |
Wednesday night the Common Council approved sending a resolution to Administration, Finance & Law committee that would amend ordinance 2-22 to allow for public participation during any regularly scheduled meeting and/or special meeting of the Common Council. “Currently the ordinance reads public hearings are held prior to each regularly scheduled Council meeting. more...
New Superhero to Hit Schools
By David Huck | Correspondent at September 12, 2023 | 8:15 pm |
The Hardware City has a new superhero in town. He has a red cape, a boxy stature, and carries a plentiful supply of soap. The superhero is part of the school system’s new campaign aimed at stamping out misbehavior through the slogan “talk smart, not smack.” Officials want to remind students and parents about the importance of how they talk, dress, and proper more...
CCSU Holds 9/11 Remembrance
By Robin Vinci at September 12, 2023 | 8:00 pm |
Using September 11 as a day to better ourselves and not just remember the bad was the theme as Central Connecticut State University held a short Remembrance Ceremony in front of the Student Center Wednesday. Student Union Board of Governors Chairman Nick Daddabbo opened the ceremonies stating that 12 years ago many lives were changed from the events that took more...
New Britain Youth Theater to Hold Fall Auditions For Ages 6 Through 18
By Editor at September 6, 2023 | 9:15 am |
New Britain Youth Theater has scheduled auditions for three different plays for children and teens ranging in age from six through eighteen. All auditions will be held at Trinity-on-Main Performance Center Annex at 19 Chestnut Street in New Britain. On Sept. 8 & 9, auditions are scheduled for Super Duck for children ages 6 through 9. Audition times both days begin more...
Democrats For Erin
By Robin Vinci at September 5, 2023 | 8:20 pm |
When an election takes place it is quite common to see a fight between Democrats and Republicans. This year is very different in the race for Mayor in New Britain as Republicans are not the only ones supporting Erin Stewart. Many high ranking Democrats have come forward to support her as well. Six Term Democratic Mayor William McNamara (1977-89) said he supports more...
State Rep. Robert Sanchez Reviews Session Highs and Lows
By Robin Vinci at September 5, 2023 | 8:15 pm |
(Part 1 of 2) New Britain State Representative Democrat Robert Sanchez tells the New Britain City Journal what was accomplished last congressional session in the state in this week’s edition. Next week, the paper will print what Sanchez hopes to accomplish in the coming session. A long congressional session means a lot gets done at the state level. For State more...
