Brockton News: Community

Veterans Day Parade 2021

There will be a Veterans Day Parade on Thursday, November 11, 2021. Parade participants will line up at 9:30 AM at the War Memorial Building located at 156 West Elm St. stepping off at 10:00 AM. The route is south on Newbury St., east on Belmont St., north onto V.F.W. Parkway (the old East Elm…Read More

Pro Wrestling Supershow Returns to Brockton VFW Post 1046

Pro Wrestling Supershow returns to Brockton VFW Post 1046 on Friday Night November 5th for an all star night of pro wrestling. Family friendly, all ages event. 8 All Star Matches featuring New Englands top superstars. Plus, a Meet and Greet with the wrestlers, pictures in the ring, merchandise and concessions, and the bar will…Read More

Italian-American Heritage Month

Mayor Sullivan would like to invite you all to City Hall on Wednesday, October 20th at 11 am, to celebrate Italian-American Heritage Month. The City will be having a flag-raising event at City Hall Plaza, where the Mayor will read an official proclamation recognizing the month of October as Italian-American Heritage Month.Read More

American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Public Input Survey

The funding afforded to the City of Brockton through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to invest in our community. As a result, it is imperative that those in the community have the opportunity to make their voices heard on potential uses of funding. The City of Brockton is seeking your…Read More

I, Too, Sing America Series: Black Perspectives on American Patriotism

The Brockton Area Branch NAACP is pleased to partner with the Brockton Public Library for a Zoom panel of voices on what it means to be a patriotic American.Read More

Cultural Affairs & Tourism Meeting

Residents, non-profits and other organization come together to find out what is happening in Brockton. Everyone has the opportunity to present their group and events. The meeting is held at North Baptist Church, 899 N Main St., Brockton. Enter at the side entrance for the lower level. Announced events can also be found at www.happeninginbrockton.com.Read More

Hispanic Heritage Celebration & Resource Fair

There are many resources available in the community and we want to make sure you know about them! Unfortunately, there are still people who are not aware of what’s available. An estimated 11,620 of the people in Brockton are Hispanic and make up a good amount of the people we serve. In an attempt to…Read More

Ward 7 community meeting

Ward 7 community meeting Hosted by : Shirley Asack - Ward 7 City Councilor Date: Tuesday October 12, 2021 Time: 5pm to 6:30pm Location: North Middle School                  108 Oak st (cafeteria) Subject : Proposed development of 609 Pleasant st.                …Read More

Upcoming Pop-Up Vaccine Clinic

There will be a Pop-Up Vaccine Clinic on Saturday, October 9, 2021 from 11:00 AM until 5:00 PM at Vincente's Supermarket at 689 Main St., Brockton. Safely and conveniently get your Pfizer vaccination (1st and 2nd dose clinic). J&J Vaccine can be requested. For questions or to pre-register for the event, please call the Mayor's…Read More

Brockton Farmers Market

Weekly farmers market on Fridays at City Hall Plaza. Farm fresh produce, honey, and more Vendors: Barbosa Family Farm Freitas Farm Souza Family Farm Mai Asia Vegetables Lafleur's Wildflower Honey We accept SNAP/EBT and participate in HIP, the Healthy Incentive Program, Farmers Market Nutrition Program Vouchers (Senior, WIC, and Steward Vouchers)Read More