New Britain police report the following: Miguel Diaz, 35, 50, 50 Roberts St., first floor, New Britain, was charged on June 30…
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Saturday 07/20/2019
New Britain firefighters hand out cold waters on a hot day Posted: 20 July 2019 [02:41 PM] NEW BRITAIN – With temperatures climbing into the high 90s Saturday, many people did everything they could to stay cool, from…
Friday 07/19/2019
New Britain man beaten by police officer in video arrested in drug sweep this morning Posted: 19 July 2019 [07:37 PM] NEW BRITAIN – The police department along with the Drug Enforcement Agency and other law enforcement agencies conducted a drug raid…
New Britain police, the community get to know one another during 'Ice Cream with a Cop' Posted: 19 July 2019 [07:30 PM] NEW BRITAIN - An informal setting for officers to get to know the community and vice versa was held at the…
New Britain's Democratic Town Committee nominates candidates Posted: 19 July 2019 [07:23 PM] NEW BRITAIN - Political newcomer Christopher Porcher joins the mayoral race after being formally endorsed Thursday night by the city’s Democratic Town…
Golfers raise money for the New Britain Boys & Girls Club Posted: 19 July 2019 [07:22 PM] NEW BRITAIN - Friday marked another year in which the community honored the memory of Chuck Roby through the Chuck Roby…
Residents recall watching the moon landing Posted: 19 July 2019 [06:55 PM] Correspondent Local residents recently recalled where they were 50 years ago, when the first man walked on the moon. “I was at…
New Britain police blotter Posted: 19 July 2019 [04:31 PM] Police blotter New Britain police report the following: Pamela W. Leach, 48, 50 Lorraine St., Apt. 1N, New Britain, was charged on…
For the health of it: Study shows raising the legal smoking age can curb teen tobacco use by 12% Posted: 19 July 2019 [10:51 AM] This is the second of a two-part series on an increase in the smoking age. [READ PART 1 HERE: Clearing the…
Thursday 07/18/2019
Sky was gray, but mood was sunny at New Britain Housing Authority's annual health fair Posted: 18 July 2019 [08:06 PM] NEW BRITAIN - Despite cloudy skies, the New Britain Housing Authority’s seventh annual health fair was well attended on Thursday, featuring…
Man calls beating by New Britain police officer an unprovoked attack Posted: 18 July 2019 [08:05 PM] NEW BRITAIN - Dennis Ramos cradled his arm in a sling as he detailed injuries to his shoulder, hip and legs…
Religion, money intertwine in 'Virtual Devotion,' opening Friday at Hole in the Wall Theater Posted: 18 July 2019 [05:10 PM] NEW BRITAIN - “Virtual Devotion,” a play by Eric Coble, will be presented at the Hole in the Wall Theater starting…
New Britain Republican Town Committee endorses candidates, Dems to meet Thursday Posted: 18 July 2019 [11:15 AM] NEW BRITAIN - Mayor Erin Stewart’s run for a fourth term became official Tuesday night after she was formally endorsed by the…
Clearing the air: Connecticut to hike smoking age for tobacco, vapes from 18 to 21 October 1 Posted: 18 July 2019 [11:12 AM] This is the first of a two-part series on the decision to increase the smoking age. [READ PART 2 HERE: For…
Wednesday 07/17/2019
New Britain officer in spotlight again after beating caught on video Posted: 17 July 2019 [08:45 PM] NEW BRITAIN - On Dec. 14, 2017, police officers were ordered to “block in” a vehicle suspected to be involved in…
New Britain police blotter Posted: 17 July 2019 [07:50 PM] New Britain police report the following: Justin M. Breault, 34, 409 Wethersfield Ave., Hartford, was charged on June 28 with second-degree failure…
Sizzling, steamy weekend in store for Central Connecticut Posted: 17 July 2019 [07:11 PM] NEW BRITAIN - To say this weekend is going to be hot would be an understatement. Friday’s temperatures are expected to…
Tuesday 07/16/2019
New Britain cop involved in 2017 fatal shooting captured on video beating suspect on North Street Posted: 16 July 2019 [06:33 PM] NEW BRITAIN – An officer involved in a fatal 2017 shooting is seen in two videos hitting a city man in…
Stanley Black & Decker and Techstars announces the 10 start-up companies for its Stanley+Techstars Accelerator Posted: 16 July 2019 [05:54 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Stanley Black & Decker and Techstars announced Monday the 10 start up companies that were selected for the…
New Britain-Berlin Rotary Club awards $9,500 in scholarships Posted: 16 July 2019 [05:02 PM] The New Britain-Berlin Rotary Club awarded six cash scholarships totaling $9,500 to graduating area high school students. Kashmere Cunningham of…
New Britain man arrested, charged with animal cruelty Posted: 16 July 2019 [04:33 PM] NEW BRITAIN – A city man was arrested and charged with animal cruelty on Friday after a pit bull he once owned…
CMHA receives $100K for renovations Posted: 16 July 2019 [04:28 PM] NEW BRITAIN – As Community Mental Health Affiliates continues to make improvements to its new building at 233 Main St., it…
Man charged with robbing food delivery guys takes a plea deal Posted: 16 July 2019 [04:26 PM] NEW BRITAIN – A suspect, who was charged with wielding a knife when he allegedly robbed two food delivery men in…
Monday 07/15/2019
Gospel celebration set for weekend to feature local and out-of-state performers Posted: 15 July 2019 [08:33 PM] HARTFORD – A group of 10 singers, bands and entertainers will take the stage on Sunday, July 21, at Shiloh Baptist…
New Britain man sentenced after attempting to start fights with officer, restaurant owner Posted: 15 July 2019 [08:15 PM] NEW BRITAIN - A city man was sentenced to 30 days in prison for various offenses including almost getting into a…
Fire at North St. apartment displaces 1, causes minimal damage Posted: 15 July 2019 [04:46 PM] NEW BRITAIN – One person was displaced by a fire at 62 North St. that happened Sunday afternoon. No injuries were…
Sunday 07/14/2019
New brews aren't all that's keeping business hopping at New Britain's Alvarium Beer Company Posted: 14 July 2019 [08:42 PM] NEW BRITAIN - What does a summer day taste like at Alvarium Beer Co.? It tastes like a Bomb Pop, the…
The buzz is building: New Britain's Beehive Bridge on track for September debut Posted: 14 July 2019 [08:39 PM] NEW BRITAIN - The eye-catching Beehive Bridge construction is drawing plenty of interest as it moves closer to completion. The Main…
New Britain police blotter Posted: 14 July 2019 [08:35 PM] New Britain police report the following: Ariel Martinez, 34, 34, 144 Kelsey St., third floor, New Britain, was charged on June 26…
Hospital for Special Care in New Britain gets $50K donation for autism program Posted: 14 July 2019 [08:32 PM] NEW BRITAIN - The Community Foundation of Greater New Britain’s Benjamin A. Hawley New Britain Day Nursery Fund presented a $50,000…
New Britain firefighters battle North Street blaze Posted: 14 July 2019 [08:32 PM] NEW BRITAIN - Firefighters responded to a blaze at 64 North St. Sunday. The fire appeared to be contained to a…
Wheels go round at the Bike Safety Day/ Rodeo in downtown New Britain Posted: 14 July 2019 [08:23 PM] NEW BRITAIN - The wheels were going round and round in downtown New Britain Saturday. Bicycle wheels, that is. The city’s…
Friday 07/12/2019
Kids and adults have a blast at the Holy Cross Church Bazaar Posted: 12 July 2019 [08:25 PM] NEW BRITAIN – The members of Holy Cross Church’s Parish Choir of Young Hearts stepped out of their traditional liturgical music…
ICE raids worry state legislators and New Britain residents Posted: 12 July 2019 [08:22 PM] Connecticut legislators and state officials are working to assist families that feel at risk due to the federal Immigration and Customs…
New Britain police blotter Posted: 12 July 2019 [08:18 PM] Police blotter New Britain police report the following: Heidi Melendez, 38, 248 Lawlor St., Apt. 7, New Britain, was charged on June…
New Britain man found with over 450 packets of fentanyl accepts deal for 5 years in prison Posted: 12 July 2019 [08:17 PM] NEW BRITAIN - A city man found with over 450 packets of fentanyl in his possession accepted a plea deal Friday…
My Wife Didn't Cook, a soul food restaurant, is closed until Tuesday for renovations Posted: 12 July 2019 [07:19 PM] NEW BRITAIN - My Wife Didn’t Cook, a restaurant that offers soul food on West Main Street, shut down earlier this…
Two-car crash in Berlin Posted: 12 July 2019 [07:15 PM] Charles Paullin | Staff No injuries were reported in a two-car accident that happened in front of 1201 Farmington Ave. in Berlin…
Two arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs and having guns in the car Posted: 12 July 2019 [07:15 PM] NEW BRITAIN - A city and Hartford man were arrested Thursday night for driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs,…
Missing 7-year-old found Posted: 12 July 2019 [07:15 PM] NEW BRITAIN - A silver alert issued for a missing child out of the city was canceled after the child…
Thursday 07/11/2019
New Britain police blotter Posted: 11 July 2019 [08:08 PM] New Britain police report the following: Ivelisse Lugo, 31, 26 Marwood Drive, New Britain, was charged on June 23 with second-degree breach…
Fisher-Price donates 300 toy cars to become electric wheelchairs for kids with disabilities Posted: 11 July 2019 [08:01 PM] NEW BRITAIN - A donation of over 300 toy cars from Fisher-Price arrived at One Hartford Square Thursday morning for the…
Common Council approves funds for summer learning program for Lincoln Elementary School students Posted: 11 July 2019 [06:51 PM] NEW BRITAIN - Funds to support a summer learning program for Lincoln Elementary School students were approved by the Common Council at…
New Britain man gets three years in prison for sexually assaulting three of his children Posted: 11 July 2019 [06:51 PM] NEW BRITAIN - A city man was sentenced Wednesday to three years in prison followed by several years of special parole…
Wednesday 07/10/2019
People who've benefited from programs at New Britain's American Job Center testify to their value at roundtable Posted: 10 July 2019 [09:00 PM] NEW BRITAIN - Participants in New Britain American Job Center programs shared their success stories Wednesday in a tour and…
New Britain police blotter Posted: 10 July 2019 [08:44 PM] New Britain police report the following: Reina Savina Garcia, 19, 35 Lasalle St., third floor, New Britain, was charged on June 22…
New Jamaican restaurant in downtown New Britain is the culmination of its co-owner's lifelong dream Posted: 10 July 2019 [08:04 PM] NEW BRITAIN - Karen Watts saw her childhood dream become reality Wednesday, the day her new restaurant, Kencarlou’s Jamaican Restaurant on…
New Britain Farmers Market opens its 2019 season in Central Park, to run weekly through October Posted: 10 July 2019 [07:31 PM] NEW BRITAIN - Central Park hosted the opening of the New Britain Farmers Market on Wednesday. The event, which attendees…
Woman arrested for trying to steal rental car Posted: 10 July 2019 [06:17 PM] NEW BRITAN - A Hartford woman was arrested for attempting to steal a rental car last year. Nineka Tummings, 39, is…
Everything for bicyclists -- including a chance to win a new bike -- at New Britain's Bike Rodeo Saturday Posted: 10 July 2019 [06:15 PM] NEW BRITAIN - Grab your bike, and a helmet, for the Bike Rodeo in Central Park this Saturday. The free event,…