Brockton News
Winter Parking Ban begins Saturday January 24th, 2026
Please be advised that the City of Brockton has declared a Parking Emergency, effective Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 4:00 PM. Parking Restrictions • No parking is permitted on any city street during the parking emergency • Vehicles remaining on city streets after 4:00 PM will be towed Free Snow Emergency Parking Locations • Warren…Read More
Mayor Rodrigues Joins Leaders from Cities Across the United States in Nonpartisan Coalition to Fight Childhood Hunger
Today, Mayor Moises M. Rodrigues joins more than 500 mayors from all 50 states and the District of Columbia in a nonpartisan coalition called the Mayors Alliance to End Childhood Hunger. This alliance taps the individual and collective leadership of mayors to take meaningful action to end childhood hunger in cities nationwide. There is no…Read More
Brockton Symphony Orchestra to Perform The Spiritual Mozart on January 25
A Celebration of Classical Genius Featuring Organist Peter Krasinski Sunday, January 25, 2026 at 3:00 pm Christ Congregational Church, Brockton, MA Spend an captivating afternoon immersed in classical masterworks with The Spiritual Mozart at Christ Congregational Church in Brockton. This inspiring concert celebrates the genius of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and will feature renowned organist Peter…Read More
Recent Surge in Respiratory Illnesses Prompts Need for Precautionary Measures
A recent nationwide increase in respiratory illnesses has been observed since the last week of December 2025. The rise is primarily driven by reported cases of influenza and COVID-19, underscoring the need for continued vigilance and preventive measures within the community. Protect yourself and others from getting sick Help stop the spread of illnesses like…Read More
Mayor Moises M. Rodrigues Attends First School Committee Meeting as Vice Chair
[caption id="attachment_81603" align="alignnone" width="914"] Moises Rodrigues, Chair/Mayor at the Brockton School Committee organizational meeting on Thursday, Jan. 8, 2026.[/caption] Last night, Mayor Rodrigues attended his first School Committee meeting as the Chairperson. The meeting was held at the George Romm Little Theater at Brockton High School. Claudio Gomes, Ward 2 School Committee Member, was elected…Read More
Moises M. Rodrigues Sworn In as 51st Mayor of Brockton, Pledges Unity and Accountable Leadership
Brockton, MA — Moises M. Rodrigues was sworn in today as the 51st Mayor of Brockton, thanking his family, campaign team, community leaders, and former elected officials, and expressing deep gratitude to residents for placing their trust in him. He emphasized that this inauguration represents both an oath of office and a promise to lead…Read More
Mayor Robert Sullivan presents Key to the City to United States Congressman Stephen F. Lynch
Read the proclamation, here: Mayoral Proclamation WHEREAS, Congressman Stephen Lynch has demonstrated a longstanding commitment to the City of Brockton through effective leadership, advocacy, and service on behalf of its residents and businesses, while serving as a steadfast champion for veterans, first responders, affordable housing initiatives, and the City’s senior population; and WHEREAS, Congressman Lynch…Read More
Mayor Robert F. Sullivan Awards Key to the City to Bob Rivers, Eastern Bank Executive Chair and Chair of the Board of Directors
BROCKTON, MA – December 12, 2025 – Brockton, “the City of Champions”, has recognized Bob Rivers, Eastern Bank Executive Chair and Chair of the Board of Directors, with its latest champion recognition. On December 10, 2025, City of Brockton Mayor Robert F. Sullivan awarded a key to the City to Bob Rivers for his exceptional…Read More