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November 04, 2024 1 Minute Read

Voting on Election Day? Bring Your Ballot!

All Brattleboro voters can vote in person at the American Legion, 32 Linden St. on Nov. 5 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

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November 04, 2024 2 Minute Read

Selectboard Meeting – Nov. 5, 2024

The Brattleboro Selectboard will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 5 at 6:15 p.m. in the Selectboard Meeting Room and on Zoom. 

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November 01, 2024 2 Minute Read

Brattleboro Fire Chief Leonard Howard to Retire on Dec. 31

The Town of Brattleboro is announcing the retirement of Fire Chief Leonard Howard III, whose dedication to the Brattleboro Fire Department and the community it serves extends back to the 1980s. 

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October 31, 2024 1 Minute Read

BrattleBOO & the Horribles Parade

Have a spooky good time this Halloween!

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October 31, 2024 1 Minute Read

Annual Phil and Mary Dunham Equipment Sale is Happening Nov. 2

The Annual Phil & Mary Dunham Ski, Skate, Snowboard & Hockey Equipment Sale supports special programming.

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October 30, 2024 0.5 Minute Read

250 Birge Floodplain Ribbon Cutting on Oct. 30

Join Vermont River Conservancy, the Town of Brattleboro and others at noon for a celebration! 

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October 30, 2024 1 Minute Read

Community Safety Fair & Forum is Oct. 30

Local organizations will share info with the public while providing an opportunity for continued dialogue and solution sharing. 

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October 29, 2024 1.5 Minute Read

Town Matters Episode 35

Subscribe to Town Matters wherever you listen to podcasts, including Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

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October 29, 2024 0.5 Minute Read

Special Selectboard Meeting – Oct. 30, 2024

The Selectboard will hold "office hours" during the second-annual Community Safety Fair & Forum. 

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October 27, 2024 2.5 Minute Read

Helpful Info for the General Election

The General Election is happening on Nov. 5. Here's what you need to know.

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October 19, 2024 1.5 Minute Read

Human Services Committee is Accepting Applications

The Human Services Committee is seeking applications from organizations focused on meeting concerns facing our community.

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October 19, 2024 0.5 Minute Read

Fall Leaf Collection Schedule 2024

Leaf collection is scheduled for Oct. 25 and Nov. 1, 2024, for all residents.

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October 18, 2024 0.5 Minute Read

Puppy Playdate with the Animal Control Officer

Bring your furry friend to a meet-and-greet on Oct. 19 at the dog park! 

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October 14, 2024 0.5 Minute Read

Public Works Hosting Open House on Oct. 19

DPW is inviting the community to a behind-the-scenes look at their services! 

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October 11, 2024 2 Minute Read

Selectboard Meeting – Oct. 15, 2024

The Brattleboro Selectboard will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 15 at 6:15 p.m. in the Selectboard Meeting Room and on Zoom. 

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October 10, 2024 2 Minute Read

BPD Hires a Community Resource Specialist

The new role will be part of BRAT, the Brattleboro Resource Assistance Team.

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October 10, 2024 0.5 Minute Read

Sawdust Alley Paving Begins Oct. 14

Beginning Monday, October 14, DMI Paving (a contractor of the town) will be paving Sawdust Alley (Holden Street, Baker Street and lower Birge Street.) 

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October 10, 2024 0.5 Minute Read

Town Offices Closed on Oct. 14

In observance of Indigenous Peoples’ Day, all Town offices will be closed on Monday, October 14, 2024, with the exception of emergency services.

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October 09, 2024 2 Minute Read

Town Matters Episode 34

This podcast recaps Selectboard meetings. Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts, including Apple Podcasts & Spotify.

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October 07, 2024 1 Minute Read

Gymnastics Session 2 Accepting Registrants

Registration for Session 2 of gymnastics classes is now available! These classes are intended for those ages 5 through 14 years old.

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October 07, 2024 1 Minute Read

Youth Fencing 2024-25 Sessions

Starting this fall, Reily Mumpton will offer another Youth Fencing session for those 7 to 12 years old.

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October 02, 2024 1 Minute Read

Flu & Covid-19 Vaccine Clinic for Older Adults

The Brattleboro Senior Center will be hosting a vaccine clinic for adults age 55+ on Oct. 29.

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October 01, 2024 1.5 Minute Read

You're Getting a Ballot! Here's How to Return It

UPDATE: Ballots are in the mail. If you do not receive your ballot by Oct. 11, contact the Town Clerk’s Office.

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September 29, 2024 1 Minute Read

Coffee with a Cop Returns Oct. 2

Officers from the Brattleboro Police Department and community members will once again come together in an informal, neutral space to discuss community issues.

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September 27, 2024 1.5 Minute Read

Selectboard Meeting – Oct. 1, 2024

The Brattleboro Selectboard will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 1 at 6:15 p.m. in the Selectboard Meeting Room and on Zoom. 

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September 27, 2024 0.5 Minute Read

Elliot Street Partial Closure on Sept. 30

Elliot Street will be closed between the entrance to the Harmony Lot and the entrance to the Transportation Center between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. 

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September 26, 2024 0.5 Minute Read

EV Charger at BPD Out of Service

The electric vehicle charging station at the Brattleboro Police Station is currently out of service.

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September 25, 2024 1.5 Minute Read

Town Matters Episode 33

This podcast provides a brief recap of Brattleboro Selectboard meetings. Subscribe wherever you get podcasts or listen here!

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September 24, 2024 0.5 Minute Read

One-Way Traffic on Elliot Street on Sept. 25

The Utilities Division will be making an emergency repair to the sewer line on Elliot Street, near 50 Elliot Street on Wednesday, September 25, 2024. 

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September 20, 2024 1 Minute Read

250 Birge Street to Temporarily Close Starting Sept. 23

The park will be closed for 24 hours starting on Monday, September 23, 2024, at 8 a.m. 

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September 19, 2024 1 Minute Read

Special Selectboard Meeting – Sept. 19, 2024

The Brattleboro Selectboard will hold a special meeting on Thursday, Sept. 19 at 6:15 p.m. in the Selectboard Meeting Room and on Zoom. 

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September 18, 2024 0.5 Minute Read

Municipal Leaders Host Press Conference to Address Homelessness Crisis

The City of Montpelier is hosting a press conference featuring municipal leaders from across the state to call for immediate action to address the homelessness crisis.

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September 16, 2024 0.5 Minute Read

Community Safety Project Updates

Visit our project page, Brattleboro.gov/Safety, for updates.

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September 16, 2024 1.5 Minute Read

Selectboard Meeting – Sept. 17, 2024

The Brattleboro Selectboard will meet on Sept. 17 at 6:15 p.m. in the Selectboard Meeting Room and on Zoom. 

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September 16, 2024 1 Minute Read

Project C.A.R.E. Launches "Recovery Spotlight" Series

The Police Department is launching "Recovery Spotlight," which recognize someone who has achieved active recovery from substance use.

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September 16, 2024 0.5 Minute Read

Hinesburg Road Closure on Sept. 23

On Sept. 23, the Highway Division will be replacing a failed culvert on Hinesburg Road. 

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September 12, 2024 3.5 Minute Read

Tabulators = Accurate Election Results!

Vote-counting machines, known as tabulators, are securely built and more accurate than hand counting.

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September 12, 2024 0.5 Minute Read

Keep an Eye Out for Your Ballot

The state will be mailing ballots to all active registered voters during the week of September 23 for the General Election.

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September 11, 2024 1.5 Minute Read

Town Matters Episode 32

This podcast provides a brief recap of Brattleboro Selectboard meetings. Subscribe wherever you get podcasts or listen here!

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September 06, 2024 0.5 Minute Read

Public Works is Raising Funds for BMH Breast Cancer Program

Purchase a shirt by September 13 to support Brattleboro Memorial Hospital's Breast Cancer Support Group.

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August 30, 2024 1.5 Minute Read

Selectboard Meeting – Sept. 3, 2024

The Brattleboro Selectboard will meet on Tuesday, Sept. 3 at 6:15 p.m. in the Selectboard Meeting Room and on Zoom. 

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August 29, 2024 0.5 Minute Read

Sewer Line Replacement on Upper Forest Street

The Utilities Division will be replacing a sewer line on Upper Forest Street from Sept. 3-6, 2024. 

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August 28, 2024 0.5 Minute Read

Brannan St. Closure Begins Sept. 3

Contractors will replace a retaining wall near the eastern intersection of Brannan Street and Williams Street. The work is expected to take several weeks.

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August 28, 2024 1.5 Minute Read

Town Matters Episode 31

This episode summarizes the meeting held on Aug. 20 and previews a meeting scheduled for Sept. 3, 2024.

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August 28, 2024 0.5 Minute Read

Announcements for Labor Day 2024

In observance of Labor Day, all Town offices will be closed on Monday, September 2, 2024, with the exception of emergency services. Parking is free at all metered spaces and in the pay-and-display lots on Sunday, September 1, and Monday, September 2. All other violations will be enforced. Brooks Memorial Library will be closed on Sunday, September 1 and Monday, September 2. Trash, recycling and composting WILL NOT be picked up on Monday, September 2, 2024. All curbside collections will be delayed by one day all week.

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August 27, 2024 1 Minute Read

Update Your Voter Info Ahead of the General Election

Make sure your mailing address is up-to-date ahead of the November election.

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August 26, 2024 0.5 Minute Read

First Responders Softball Tournament on Sept. 14

Proceeds from this charity event will benefit Front Line Foundations. 

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August 23, 2024 2 Minute Read

Town Celebrates Completion of New Water Treatment Facility

“The new building reflects our dedication to sustainability and innovation,” said Dan Tyler, Director of Public Works.

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August 21, 2024 3.5 Minute Read

Registration Open for Fall Sports 2024

The Rec & Parks Department is kicking off the fall sports season!

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August 19, 2024 3 Minute Read

Efficiency Vermont's Campaign Helped Residents, Town Mitigate Energy Burden

Efficiency Vermont's Focused Community Campaign brought technical assistance, focused attention, and special incentives for Brattleboro residents and businesses across two years.

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