Brockton News: COVID-19

COVID-19 Update, January 7th, 2021

The Baker- Polito Administration announced today that Massachusetts will remain in Reopening Phase 3, Step 1 with special capacity limits until at least January 24th. This change represents a two week extension of the December 26th order. For a description of current guidelines and limits, please read below.   Current State Guidance: Effective December 26th,…Read More

COVID-19 Update, January 4, 2021

On Wednesday, January 6th, at 11:59 PM, the City of Brockton Executive Order dated December 14th will be lifted. This means that the City will follow all Massachusetts reopening guidelines on COVID-19. While spaces like gyms, museums, and recreation facilities can reopen, they cannot exceed 25% indoor capacity. Current State Guidance: Effective December 26th, The…Read More

Grant Assistance Available for Small Business Owners Impacted by COVID-19, Applications Open December 31st

Attention Brockton Small Businesses:  The Sector-Specific Relief Grant Program for Massachusetts Businesses will open on December 31st for grant applications from small businesses suffering from COVID-19 related losses. Small businesses can apply to receive grants up to $75,000, but awards may not exceed more than three months of operating expenses. $668 Million in funds have…Read More

City of Brockton Returns to Massachusetts Reopening Plan Phase Two, Step Two, Effective December 16, 2020

Executive Order Establishing Supplemental Covid-19 Restrictions December 14, 2020Read More

Executive Order from the Mayor of Brockton

Executive Order from the Mayor of the City of Brockton Related to Public Buildings Being Open to the Public by Appointment Only City of Brockton Buildings Will Close to Public, Be Open by Appointment Only on Monday, December 7, 2020 Until Further Notice.Read More

Amendment to the Executive Order

Due to Brockton's designation as a "higher risk" community, effective tomorrow Saturday August 22, Mayor Robert F. Sullivan has ordered a Citywide curfew for all residents and visitors between the hours of 11 pm and 5 am with exceptions for essential travel. He is also closing the Harold D. Bent Playground at Ash Street Park; the…Read More

School Announcement

Last night the Brockton School Committee chaired by Mayor Robert F. Sullivan voted unanimously to begin the first term of the 2020-2021 school year with a fully remote program due to a recent increase in COVID-19 cases. The Brockton School Committee will review the City’s active COVID cases every two weeks. Brockton Public Schools will transition…Read More

Gathering Reminder

The Commonwealth has issued guidance around holding large gatherings and graduation ceremonies to allow people to celebrate special occasions in a responsible way.  We know that this time of year is usually filled with celebrations and we are grateful for the many residents of the Commonwealth who have followed the guidance to keep people safe;…Read More

Community Tracing Collaborative

Community Tracing Collaborative Want to be part of the COVID-19 solution? Just answer the call. We need your help.  If you've tested positive for COVID-19, the COVID Community Team will be reaching out via phone to you and your close contacts to slow the spread.  We'll make sure that you are getting the medical attention…Read More