NEW BRITAIN – Former New Britain High School principal Joseph Pinchera officially resigned from the school district earlier this week. Pinchera…
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Friday 05/25/2018
New Britain's new fire chief working to bring order to department Posted: 25 May 2018 [05:18 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Raul Ortiz, the city’s new fire chief, didn’t even want to be a firefighter, he admitted…
Well-known business owner Orson (Roy) Rothkopf passes away Posted: 25 May 2018 [05:14 PM] NEW BRITAIN – A well-known downtown business owner passed away Friday at The Hospital of Central Connecticut from a rare blood…
Borinquen Bakery wins SBA award Posted: 25 May 2018 [02:33 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Borinquen Bakery was recognized as the Minority Owned Small Business of the Year by the Small Business Administration…
Former NBHS principal resigns amid probe Posted: 25 May 2018 [02:22 PM] By Skyler Frazer NEW BRITAIN – The Herald has learned that New Britain High School principal Joseph Pinchera officially resigned from…
New Britain police looking for man accused of sexual assault Posted: 25 May 2018 [09:47 AM] NEW BRITAIN – Police are looking for a 20-yearold man wanted on sexual assault charges. Officers have an active…
New Britain police looking for car theft suspects - again Posted: 25 May 2018 [09:39 AM] NEW BRITAIN – For the second time in less than a week a woman has been knocked to the ground…
Thursday 05/24/2018
New Britain police blotter Posted: 24 May 2018 [09:31 PM] New Britain police report the following: Jacqualeen Cartier Guzman, 29, 46 Gladden St., second floor, New Britain, was charged on May 16…
Over 200 NBHS seniors receive scholarships Posted: 24 May 2018 [09:25 PM] NEW BRITAIN - Several members of New Britain High School’s Class of 2018 got a boost to their higher educational pursuits…
City looks to set its essence to music Posted: 24 May 2018 [09:19 PM] NEW BRITAIN - City officials are looking for creative, musically talented residents to come up with a jingle for New Britain.…
Grand opening set for new musical venue, recording studio Posted: 24 May 2018 [09:15 PM] NEW BRITAIN - A new live performance venue and recording studio is coming to the city, and the grand opening is…
New Britain police looking for suspects in string of vehicle thefts Posted: 24 May 2018 [09:12 PM] NEW BRITAIN - Three vehicles were stolen in the city in three days last week, and police are asking the…
New Britain aldermen share memories of Harper Posted: 24 May 2018 [01:10 PM] NEW BRITAIN – The Common Council honored longtime New Britain legislator Joe Harper on Wednesday with a moment of silence…
Wednesday 05/23/2018
Southington police blotter Posted: 23 May 2018 [09:10 PM] Southington police report the following: Daniel Daly, 22, of 85 Spring Lake Road, was charged May 8 with having a roaming dog.…
'Two families hurting': NB hit-and-run suspect arraigned Posted: 23 May 2018 [09:07 PM] NEW BRITAIN - Family and friends of Angel “Kiki” Colon packed New Britain Superior Court Wednesday for the arraignment of the…
Plenty of ceremonies, parades this Memorial Day weekend Posted: 23 May 2018 [09:06 PM] It’s about more than picnics and sales. Area residents can mark Memorial Day and the sacrifice of those who died…
Tilcon plan: New reservoir sourcing options emerge Posted: 23 May 2018 [09:01 PM] HARTFORD - The engineering firm that conducted an environmental study on Tilcon’s mining proposal is now saying that New Britain water…
Smalley Elementary project finally, officially begins Posted: 23 May 2018 [08:56 PM] NEW BRITAIN - It was a long, bumpy ride, but Smalley Elementary School’s extensive renovations are officially underway. Elected officials,…
No August primary bid for New Britain's Sanchez Posted: 23 May 2018 [08:55 PM] NEW BRITAIN - Alderman Manny Sanchez will not participate in the Democratic primary in August, ending his bid for the 5th…
Arts alliance's Hard exits leadership role Posted: 23 May 2018 [08:48 PM] NEW BRITAIN - Thursday was the last day on the job for Stephen Hard, executive director of the Greater New Britain…
Open casting on Saturday for Miss Polonia Connecticut and Teen pageants Posted: 23 May 2018 [01:41 PM] Saturday, May 26, is the date for open casting for this year’s Miss Polonia Connecticut and Miss Polonia Connecticut Teen pageants. It…
New Britain police blotter Posted: 23 May 2018 [10:30 AM] New Britain police report the following Nathaniel William Calloway, 28, 581 Stanley St., New Britain, was charged on May 12 with violation…
Tuesday 05/22/2018
Arrest made in fatal hit-and-run Posted: 22 May 2018 [07:45 PM] NEW BRITAIN - Police have arrested a local man in the hit-and-run death of Angel “Kiki” Colon, a well-known city resident…
New Britain High School musical nominated for Halo Awards Posted: 22 May 2018 [02:50 PM] NEW BRITAIN – According to the school district, the New Britain High School Music Department’s March production of “The…
Two men accused of firing guns in New Britain Monday night Posted: 22 May 2018 [12:09 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Two men were arrested on gun charges Monday night after they allegedly fired shots on Gold Street,…
Emotions high over New Britain school changes (WITH VIDEO) Posted: 22 May 2018 [10:56 AM] NEW BRITAIN - In a room packed full of teachers, parents and elected officials, more than 20 people spoke about the…
Monday 05/21/2018
Joe Harper, prominent ex-lawmaker from New Britain, dies Posted: 21 May 2018 [09:50 PM] NEW BRITAIN - State and city officials are mourning former state Rep. and state Sen. Joseph Harper, remembered as one of…
New Britain police blotter Posted: 21 May 2018 [09:48 PM] New Britain police report the following: Jan Wojciech Wawrzonek, 23, 12 LaSalle Court, Apt 104, New Britain, was charged on May 11…
Children safe after brief abduction by New Britain carjackers Posted: 21 May 2018 [09:44 PM] NEW BRITAIN - Police are looking for the men who stole a van with two children inside at a local gas…
Driver still at large in hit-and-run death of New Britain man, 64 Posted: 21 May 2018 [09:42 PM] NEW BRITAIN - Police have identified 64-year-old Angel “Kiki” Colon, of 17 Dudley St., as the man killed by a hit-and-run…
Report adds context to annual homeless count Posted: 21 May 2018 [09:40 PM] When one looks at the number of people using homeless shelters and other services, overall homelessness in Connection is down about…
Democrats pick Mary Glassman to run for Esty's seat Posted: 21 May 2018 [04:01 PM] WATERBURY - After a close second ballot, Democrats in the state’s 5th Congressional District endorsed Mary Glassman as the party’s…
New Britain police looking for carjacking suspects who grabbed children Posted: 21 May 2018 [09:00 AM] NEW BRITAIN - Police are looking for the men who stole a van with two small children inside at a local gas…
Sunday 05/20/2018
This week's meetings Posted: 20 May 2018 [09:40 PM] NEW BRITAIN Today, May 21 YMCA community meeting, 7:30 a.m., 50 High St. Board of Education, 6 p.m., Vance Elementary School, 183…
Everyone is Greek for a weekend at church festival Posted: 20 May 2018 [09:38 PM] NEW BRITAIN - The butter used to make the pastitsio and moussaka has to be Land O’Lakes, or else. This is…
CCSU graduates its Class of 2018 Posted: 20 May 2018 [09:32 PM] NEW BRITAIN - With applause and whoops of excitement, the students of Central Connecticut State University bid farewell to their…
Area residents in CCSU Class of 2018 Posted: 20 May 2018 [09:16 PM] Berlin Artem Akulin Lauren Aresco Gabriella A. Bierwirth Mitchell Joseph Blanchette Ryan Martin Callinan Emily Anne Coffey Cyrus Albert dos Santos Tom…
New Britain Youth Theater announces summer events Posted: 20 May 2018 [09:11 PM] NEW BRITAIN - The New Britain Youth Theater has performances and events lined up for the summer. First up is an…
SENIOR SIGNALS: Alzheimer's disease and Medicaid Posted: 20 May 2018 [09:07 PM] Dear Attorney Tully: My husband and I are in our late 50s and my husband was recently diagnosed with early onset…
New Britain police seek public's help in finding driver of fatal hit-and-run Posted: 20 May 2018 [03:30 PM] NEW BRITAIN - Police are seeking the public's help in finding the driver who struck a city man, causing fatal injuriesSaturday…
Friday 05/18/2018
Teachers make allegations against former New Britain High School principal Posted: 18 May 2018 [07:13 PM] NEW BRITAIN – New Britain High School is a workplace rife with sexism, bias and harassment allegedly perpetuated by…
Police: Gun found on suspect was used in robbery Posted: 18 May 2018 [06:13 PM] NEW BRITAIN – The gun found with three men who were shot by police as they allegedly tried to…
New restaurant brings authentic Mexican cuisine to New Britain Posted: 18 May 2018 [02:55 PM] NEW BRITAIN – The city now has a new taste of Mexico right on West Main Street. Taqueria La Grande opened…
Council 4 AFSCME Delegate Assembly elects new director Posted: 18 May 2018 [02:41 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Earlier this month, members of the Council 4 AFSCME Delegate Assembly elected Jody Barr to be its new…
Thursday 05/17/2018
Fundraiser Sunday for two New Britain families facing deportation Posted: 17 May 2018 [09:12 PM] Staff Writers NEW BRITAIN - Several community groups are working to give two city families “A Place at the Table” this weekend.…
Judith Robinson: From waitress to owner of historic NB diner Posted: 17 May 2018 [09:06 PM] NEW BRITAIN - For 37 years, Judith Robinson has devoted her time and energy to the Miss Washington Diner on Washington…
Ribbon is cut at The Kitchen in New Britain Posted: 17 May 2018 [09:05 PM] NEW BRITAIN - With a little fanfare and a large pair of scissors, Mayor Erin Stewart cut the ribbon on a…
New Britain police blotter Posted: 17 May 2018 [09:00 PM] New Britain police report the following: Vanessa Bruchie, 22, 221 Fairview St., third-floor, New Britain, was charged on May 10 with disorderly…
New Britain police seek public's help in finding missing woman Posted: 17 May 2018 [08:57 PM] NEW BRITAIN - Police are seeking the public’s help in finding a woman who was reported missing in March. Jean…
Connecticut Masters' Games return to New Britain this weekend Posted: 17 May 2018 [08:56 PM] NEW BRITAIN - The 39th annual Connecticut Masters’ Games will kick off this weekend. From Friday through Sunday, more than 1,000…