Brockton News: Health & Environment
Brockton Neighborhood Health Center Closed through Tuesday November 12th.
Brockton Neighborhood Health Center (BNHC) will be closed through Tuesday November 12. If this is an urgent clinical concern, please visit a local urgent care or emergency department. Thank you so much to all of you for your support.Read More
Holiday Trash Delay
Due to Indigenous People - Columbus Day on Monday, October 14, trash and "A" week recycling and yard waste collection will be delayed by one day. Friday's collection will be on Saturday. The Recycle Depot will be closed on Monday, October 14. Please call 508-580-7827 with any questions.Read More
Household Hazardous Day
Household Hazardous Day will be held on Saturday, September 28 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Brockton Recycle Depot, 300 Oak Hill Way, Brockton. The event is open to Brockton Residents with valid ID. TV's accepted for $10 each and car tires for $2 each. Sorry - This event is not open to…Read More
ELEVATED RISKS FOR WNV & EEE IN THE CITY OF BROCKTON
DPH HAS JUST RAISED THE RISK LEVEL TO SEVERE FOR EEE (EASTERN EQUINE ENCEPHALITIS) IN THE ENTIRE PLYMOUTH COUNTY, WHICH INCLUDES BROCKTON THURSDAY, AUGUST 29, 2024 THEREFORE, we are recommending the residents of Brockton to take the following measures. To avoid exposure to mosquito bites: Residents are recommended to use mosquito repellents with an EPA-registered…Read More
Labor Day Trash Schedule
Due to the Labor Day holiday on Monday, September 2, trash and "A" week recycling & yard waste collection will be delayed by one day. Friday's collection will be on SaturdayRead More
Brockton Hospital/Signature Healthcare Re-Opening August 13!
Mayor Robert Sullivan has issued the following statement about this momentous occasion: The reopening of Signature Healthcare/Brockton Hospital is great news for Brocktonians and all who utilize the medical services offered at this facility. The 10-alarm fire in February 2023 left a significant void in the area’s healthcare system, and the hospital coming back online…Read More
PUBLIC HEALTH ANNOUNCEMENT
THIS IS A VERY IMPORTANT PUBLIC HEALTH ANNOUNCEMENT Massachusetts Department of Public health has notified Brockton Health Department that specimens collected from mosquitoes from the City have tested positive for the West Nile Virus (WNV)! This virus can cause severe illness in humans if they become infected, and symptoms ranging from high fever, stiff neck,…Read More
Free COVID-19 Test Kits Available
As COVID-19 diagnoses are on the rise, we need to remain diligent with testing to avoid spreading the virus. You may get four free at-home test kits at www.covid.gov/tests. You may also get free test kits at Brockton City Hall 8:30-4:30 Monday through Friday. Call 508-580-7123 for more information.Read More