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Friday 09/18/2020
More positive covid-19 cases at two New Britain schools Posted: 18 September 2020 [05:06 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Two more positive covid-19 cases have been confirmed at New Britain High School and Slade Middle Schools, school…
New Britain woman gets five years in prison after baby ingests narcotics while in her care Posted: 18 September 2020 [03:08 PM] NEW BRITAIN -- A city woman was sentenced to five years in prison on Thursday after a 5-month-old boy in her…
Another residential student tests positive for coronavirus at CCSU Posted: 18 September 2020 [12:47 PM] NEW BRITAIN – One new Central Connecticut State University residential student has been tested positive for covid-19 on Sept. 17. There…
New Britain man pleads not guilty in Bristol home invasion Posted: 18 September 2020 [10:54 AM] BRISTOL -- A New Britain man has pleaded not guilty to assault and home invasion charges after allegedly stealing a Bristol…
New Britain Area Interfaith Conference hosting a series of virtual forums Posted: 18 September 2020 [10:15 AM] NEW BRITAIN – With hopes to address racial and economic disparities, the New Britain Area Interfaith Conference will be hosting a…
New Britain police blotter Posted: 18 September 2020 [10:14 AM] New Britain police report the following: Sept. 9 Marcos Rodriguez, 28, 120 Clinic Dr., New Britain, violation of probation Cynthia Clemente, 69,…
Thursday 09/17/2020
Bristol man who worked for New Britain-based radio station sentenced to prison for sexually assaulting young girls Posted: 17 September 2020 [05:27 PM] NEW BRITAIN - A Bristol man, known for his work at a local radio station, has been sentenced to prison for…
Community Foundation of Greater New Britain has a new program manager Posted: 17 September 2020 [03:45 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Candice Tabone has been announced as the new program manager for the Community Foundation of Greater New Britain…
Four more residential students test positive for coronavirus at CCSU Posted: 17 September 2020 [02:57 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Central Connecticut State University is reporting four new covid-19 cases that are all from residential students. In the…
Jefferson Elementary School has positive coronavirus case, city schools to remain open Posted: 17 September 2020 [11:23 AM] NEW BRITAIN – Jefferson Elementary School has the first confirmed positive covid-19 case since school started but no school closure is…
New Britain Pharmacy merges with Access Care Pharmacy to create better way to serve customers, community Posted: 17 September 2020 [11:18 AM] NEW BRTIAIN – New Britain Pharmacy has merged with Access Care Pharmacy to become a one stop shop for customers and…
New Britain police blotter Posted: 17 September 2020 [11:17 AM] New Britain police report the following: Sept. 11 Carlos Serrano, 25, 49 Roberts St., New Britain, failure to appear second degree Jonathan…
State police asking for help identifying man in connection with burglary at state office building in New Britain Posted: 17 September 2020 [09:50 AM] NEW BRITAIN -- State police are investigating a July burglary at a state office building in New Britain. Troopers on Wednesday…
Wednesday 09/16/2020
CCSU has two new positive coronavirus cases, both residential students Posted: 16 September 2020 [05:18 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Two new Central Connecticut State University residential students have been tested positive for covid-19 Tuesday. There were zero…
New Britain has 100th coronavirus-associated death; case updates for New Britain, Berlin, Newington, Plainville, Southington Posted: 16 September 2020 [05:14 PM] New Britain had its 100th resident die due to coronavirus-associated illness after one additional confirmed death Wednesday, according to the latest…
Stewart says recent increase in coronavirus cases in New Britain mostly due to old cases being reported Posted: 16 September 2020 [04:22 PM] NEW BRITAIN – As positive covid-19 cases continues to rise again statewide and within the city, Mayor Erin Stewart urged residents…
New Britain library hosting 'Farm to Zoom' event with chef Terry Walters, here's how to take part Posted: 16 September 2020 [11:27 AM] NEW BRITAIN – A “Farm to Zoom” fundraiser focused on clean eating with chef Terry Walters will be hosted by the…
New Britain police blotter Posted: 16 September 2020 [11:22 AM] New Britain police report the following: Sept. 10 Reshma Nepal, 37, 67 Williams St., Hartford, criminal mischief third degree Jasmine Santiago, 29,…
Tuesday 09/15/2020
Student survey finds 80% of New Britain High students don't use marijuana, 81% do not drink Posted: 15 September 2020 [05:56 PM] NEW BRITAIN – As the city moves into week three of National Recovery Month, the Local Prevention Council is actively spreading…
Webinar on cyber security gives tips on how to keep safe online, especially during pandemic Posted: 15 September 2020 [05:46 PM] NEW BRITAIN – The Greater New Britain Chamber of Commerce held a webinar Tuesday morning on the latest trends in covid-19-related…
Erin Stewart back at work after maternity leave, will run again for New Britain mayor in 2021 Posted: 15 September 2020 [05:14 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Mayor Erin Stewart is back at City Hall after being on a six-week maternity leave and the speedometer…
Discussion on solutions to economic and racial disparities set for this week, open to public Posted: 15 September 2020 [05:08 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Seven accomplished individuals who all happen to be people of color will discuss solutions for economic and racial…
New Britain has additional six residents test positive for covid-19, updates for Newington, Berlin, Southington, Plainville Posted: 15 September 2020 [04:39 PM] After several days of high coronavirus case numbers, New Britain reported a smaller amount Tuesday, with six additional residents confirmed as…
New Britain police blotter Posted: 15 September 2020 [04:09 PM] New Britain police report the following: Sept. 8 Angel Vega, 37, 149 Malikowski Cir., New Britain, threatening first degree, threatening first-degree, risk…
'That is not a layer of clouds you're seeing': Cloud-like haze overhead produced by California wildfires Posted: 15 September 2020 [03:40 PM] Local meteorologists with WFSB say there is no risk to public health from the cloud-like haze produced by the California wildfires…
Nine new positive coronavirus cases at CCSU, eight of which are students Posted: 15 September 2020 [01:24 PM] NEW BRITAIN – There are nine new positive covid-19 cases reporting out of Central Connecticut State University Tuesday, eight from residential…
New Britain police blotter Posted: 15 September 2020 [10:58 AM] New Britain police report the following: Sept. 8 William Candelaria, 47, 96 South Burritt St., New Britain, breach of peace second degree,…
Monday 09/14/2020
Instant folk hero Buddy the beefalo captivates area residents as he continues to elude capture Posted: 14 September 2020 [06:13 PM] PLYMOUTH – Buddy the beefalo has become an instant folk hero in town. The animal, which has been on the loose…
Three residential students have tested positive for coronavirus at CCSU Posted: 14 September 2020 [05:13 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Three new covid-19 cases from residential students have been reported by Central Connecticut State University. As of Sept.…
With New Britain deemed moderate risk level for coronavirus, school district decides to continue hybrid model Posted: 14 September 2020 [04:56 PM] NEW BRITAIN – A week after schools officially reopened, the Consolidated School District of New Britain will continue to operate under…
New Britain has over 30 additional residents test positive for coronavirus, almost 100 since last weekend, plus area updates Posted: 14 September 2020 [04:38 PM] New Britain continues to have big increases in residents testing positive for coronavirus, with another 33 added to the confirmed total…
First-ever Virtual Walk Against Hunger to take place with special events each day this week Posted: 14 September 2020 [02:43 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Foodshare is hosting its first-ever Virtual Walk Against Hunger to continue to provide relief for people struggling with…
Nutmeg Games' Fall Golf Scramble to take place at Stanley Golf Course, here's how you can play Posted: 14 September 2020 [01:13 PM] NEW BRITAIN – The City of New Britain and Stanley Golf Course will be hosting the Fall Golf Scramble once again…
CCARC reaches 50 year holding its annual golf tournament, which takes place Wednesday Posted: 14 September 2020 [11:03 AM] CCARC’s years of giving back to the community reaches a milestone this year as the care center for people with disabilities…
New Britain police blotter Posted: 14 September 2020 [10:06 AM] New Britain police report the following: Sept. 7 Richard Gonzalez-Colon, 34, 51 Woodland St., New Britain, disorderly conduct Anne Mandler, 43, 10…
Sunday 09/13/2020
Your election guide: Looking at how to vote during the pandemic Posted: 13 September 2020 [08:45 PM] With the 2020 election less than two months away and the coronavirus pandemic still keeping people in their homes for much…
Friday 09/11/2020
Positive coronavirus cases traced back to CCSU students who were at Elmer's Place, which is now closed for 'quarantine' Posted: 11 September 2020 [05:26 PM] NEW BRITAIN – For the second day in a row, Central Connecticut State University is reporting zero new covid-19 cases. The…
New Britain Downtown Car Show will go on as planned, here's everything you need to know Posted: 11 September 2020 [04:55 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Even though many events have been canceled or postponed due to the pandemic, the New Britain Downtown District…
New Britain rises to 63 confirmed coronavirus cases this week; updates for Newington, Berlin, Southington, Plainville Posted: 11 September 2020 [04:22 PM] New Britain had another two residents confirmed as having tested positive for coronavirus Friday, bringing the city’s total for this week…
Rebuilding Together New Britain to complete projects on city homes Posted: 11 September 2020 [03:41 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Marking the 29th anniversary of Rebuilding Together New Britain, the local nonprofit will complete projects for New Britain…
Beacon Prescriptions opens new store in downtown New Britain Posted: 11 September 2020 [02:27 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Beacon Prescriptions can now be found on the first floor of 233 Main Street where it is not…
Veterans gather at Global War on Terrorism Memorial in New Britain to pay respects to those that served, lost their lives Posted: 11 September 2020 [12:33 PM] NEW BRITAIN - On the 19th anniversary of the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2011, the TGM Northwest Vets gathered at…
'May we continue to heal and help one another as we did on that day': New Britain holds remembrance of those who lost their lives on Sept. 11, 2001 Posted: 11 September 2020 [12:29 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Solemn bells echoed throughout the city early Friday morning in remembrance of the thousands of lives lost to…
New Britain police blotter Posted: 11 September 2020 [11:56 AM] New Britain police report the following: Sept. 5 Joseph Ortiz, 19, 81 Ashland St., Newington, robbery first degree, robbery first degree, larceny…
Thursday 09/10/2020
Stewart says recent rise in New Britain coronavirus cases due to off-campus college parties Posted: 10 September 2020 [05:18 PM] NEW BRITAIN – There are no new covid-19 cases for resident students, commuter students and faculty and staff from Central Connecticut…
New Britain has 99th total coronavirus-associated death among residents, up 21 in confirmed cases Posted: 10 September 2020 [04:52 PM] New Britain had its 99th coronavirus-associated death among its residents, 77 of which have been confirmed with the other 22 considered…
Area cities, towns to honor those who lost their lives on September 11 with several ceremonies, with details on those events Posted: 10 September 2020 [04:23 PM] NEW BRITAIN – It’s been 19 years since the tragedy that occurred on September 11, 2001, and while everyone is currently…
New Britain Common Council passes resolution to recognize Sept. 11 with pair of distinctions Posted: 10 September 2020 [02:56 PM] NEW BRITAIN – On the 19th anniversary of the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, the Common Council passed a resolution…
'Please do something': Customers vent about high electricity rates in Connecticut Posted: 10 September 2020 [11:56 AM] NEW BRITAIN - Electricity customers Thursday lashed out again against Connecticut's largest utility for large increases in their bills - some hundreds…