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Braintree Awarded $13K Grant For Elections

Mayor Charles Kokoros said the grant came from The Center for Tech and Civic Life. and will ensure all voters can cast a ballot safely.

Braintree Early Voting Starts Soon: Key Election Dates

With just over a month before Election Day, here's what you need to know about voting in November.

Yes To New Middle School, Roofs, More: Braintree Special Election

With more than 70 percent support, Braintree's voters supported a $63 million debt exclusion for a a new South Middle school and more.

Braintree Special Election 2020: Voter Guide

See what's on the ballot for Braintree Public Schools before voting in the special election.

Warren, Markey Want Fore River Natural Gas Plant To Be Halted

The Massachusetts senators argued putting a natural gas compressor station in the densely populated Fore River area is dangerous.

Braintree Awarded $102K Grant To Combat Climate Change

The grant was part of a $4 million package statewide to prepare for storm surges, flooding, erosion and rising sea levels.

Braintree Voters Back Joe Kennedy With Record Turnout Numbers

More than 38 percent of the town's voters cast ballots in Tuesday's election, several thousand more than in recent state primaries.

Rep. Cusack Wins Primary In 5th Norfolk District

Incumbent Mark Cusack will go on to face Republican challenger Frank Collins in November.

Letter To Editor: It's Time To Invest In Braintree Public Schools

Resident Pam Wildeman wrote a letter to the editor in support of the debt exclusion for Braintree Public Schools.

Braintree Primary Election 2020: Voter Guide

Braintree Democrats will have a lot of decisions to make for the Sept. 1 primary.

Braintree Police Awarded $18K Coronavirus Grant

The money will be used for personal protective equipment, overtime and cleaning.

Braintree Fire Awarded FEMA Grant

The Braintree Fire Department was awarded a grant of about $34,000 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

Election 2020: How To Cast A Mail-In Ballot In Braintree

Patch has details on early voting, mail-in voting and in-person voting for the Massachusetts state primary on Sept. 1.

How South Shore State Reps Voted On The Police Reform Bill

Twelve of 16 state representatives on the South Shore voted against a police reform and accountability bill that passed the House Friday.

Some Water Restrictions Lifted In Braintree

Under the revised restrictions, the use of water irrigation systems remains prohibited at this time.

Nicole Taub Named Braintree Mayor's Chief Of Staff

Nicole Taub is the first woman chief of staff for Braintree, as well as the first Latin American to hold the position.

Mayor Kokoros Establishes $100K Relief Fund For Braintree Renters

Mayor Charles Kokoros said eligible residents could receive up to $4,000 in assistance to protect them when the eviction moratorium ends.

Braintree Voting Locations Reduced From 11 To 3

Town Clerk Jim Casey said the temporary plan was needed because he cannot guarantee proper cleanliness at 11 voting locations.

Date Set For Braintree Debt Exclusion Election

The election was originally scheduled for March 28 but had to be postponed amid the coronavirus pandemic.

For Many South Shore Workers, Rent Is 'Out Of Reach': Report

A new report shows the wage needed to rent a modest two-bedroom apartment on the South Shore is higher than state and national averages.

Town Council Considering Changing Braintree Polling Locations

The Town Council will consider a proposal to combine the town's 12 vote precincts into three to protect poll workers amid the coronavirus.

Braintree Town Offices Reopening

Mayor Charles Kokoros announced that town buildings we will reopen with restrictions intended to help lessen the spread of the coronavirus.

Braintree Town Councilor Hosting Forum On Racial Justice

Town Councilor Meredith Boericke wants to hear residents' feedback on how to address racial injustice.

Braintree Mayor Charles Kokoros Tests Positive For Coronavirus

Mayor Charles Kokoros reminded residents the pandemic is not over, despite declining numbers in Braintree.

Braintree Town Councilor Running For Norfolk County Commissioner

After 13 years on Braintree's Town Council, Charles Ryan announced he's running for Norfolk County Commissioner.

Braintree Could Get $3.3 Million From CARES Act

The state is divvying up $502 million to Massachusetts cities and towns from the federal coronavirus bill passed in March.

Braintree Officials Condemn Killing of George Floyd

Mayor Charles Kokoros, Police Chief Mark Dubois and other Braintree officials spoke out against the killing of George Floyd.

Kokoros: Braintree Coronavirus Cases 'Going In Right Direction'

Braintree Mayor Kokoros said just 80 of the town's 839 confirmed coronavirus cases remain active, and social distancing efforts are working.

Coronavirus: Braintree Budget Sees Lowest Increase In 7 Years

Mayor Charles Kokoros asked all Braintree department heads to cut their budgets by at least 4 percent amid the new coronavirus crisis.

Coronavirus: Braintree Mayor Creates Community Task Force

Mayor Charles Kokoros created the Braintree Community Task Force to help residents in need as the new coronavirus spreads.

Braintree Coronavirus: Special Election Postponed

A Norfolk county judge issued an order allowing Braintree town officials to postpone the special election amid concerns over COVID-19.

Braintree Coronavirus: Mayor Trying To Postpone Special Election

To re-schedule an election, it would require state legislative action or court intervention, Mayor Kokoros said.

Braintree Democratic Caucus Canceled

The Braintree Democratic Party's caucus was canceled by state party officials after Gov. Baker declared a state of emergency for COVID-19.

Braintree Police Promote 2 Officers To Deputy Chief

Lt. Timothy Cohoon and Lt. Michael Want were promoted to deputy chiefs of the Braintree Police Department.

How Braintree Voted On Super Tuesday

Joe Biden carried Braintree by more than 1,000 votes over Bernie Sanders.

Officials Predict 50% Braintree Turnout For Presidential Primary

Town Clerk Jim Casey said early voting turnout was "disappointing" in Braintree but expects around 50 percent turnout for Super Tuesday.

Vote Steve Fruzzetti For Republican State Committee Man

Republican & Unenrolled Voters in the Norfolk, Bristol & Plymouth District should vote for Steve Fruzzetti as Republican State Committee Man

Braintree Town Councilor Hosting Forum On Debt Exclusion

Councilor Boericke will host a forum to answer residents' questions about the proposed debt exclusion to pay for a new South Middle School.

Service over Self: Vote Steve Tougas for GOP State Committee Man

Why Republican and Unenrolled Voters in the Norfolk & Plymouth District should vote for Steve Tougas for Republican State Committee Man