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New Britain is a city in Hartford County, Connecticut, United States. It is located approximately 9 miles (14 km) southwest of Hartford. According to 2010 Census, the population of the city is 73,206.
Among the southernmost of the communities encompassed within the Hartford-Springfield Knowledge Corridor metropolitan region, New Britain is home to Central Connecticut State University and Charter Oak State College.
The city's official nickname is the "Hardware City" because of its history as a manufacturing center and as the headquarters of Stanley Black & Decker. Because of its large Polish population, the city is often playfully referred to as "New Britski."

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I got alot of experience working in an emergency room, there i took vitals, did EKG, sugars, cpr, phlobamaty,

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My neighborhood is very quiet , everyone is friendly to everyone and tries to include themselves in your day. The young ones are willing to help elders they see struggling and everyone is there for one another

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Very quiet and friendly community

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I've been a resident here in New Britain my whole life, it's a safe and friendly neighborhood. With good stores and a good community!

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I like my community. We have stores that not far. Public transportation available. School is 3 streets over fro my residents also. There is also a lovely park that is in walking distance.

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