Braintree Mayor Hosting Youth Sports Night At Town Hall

Mayor Charles Kokoros will host the youth sports sign-up and information event on March 8.

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Braintree Allen Street Project Gets $3.15 Million In Federal Aid

Rep. Stephen Lynch announced the funding for the reconstruction of Allen Street from Shaw Street to Quincy Avenue.

Braintree Schedules State Of The Town Address

Mayor Charles Kokoros will address the town on March 1.

Braintree Council To Discuss Clean Harbors Fire At Upcoming Meeting

Public comment will be allowed on the issue at the council's Feb. 28 meeting, according to the agenda released Thursday.

MA Sen. Timilty Reappointed Chair Of Public Safety, Homeland Security

Sen. Walter Timilty, who represents Braintree, was also named vice chair of one committee, and a member of four others.

Braintree Planning Board To Host South Shore Plaza Apartments Hearing

A public hearing is scheduled for the proposed Residences on Granite development on Wednesday, according to the board's agenda.

WATCH: Tuesday's Braintree Town Council Meeting

The meeting included a briefing with a representative from the fire department and a report from the Committee on Community Planning.

MA Sen. Timilty Co-Sponsors School Meals For All Bill

The bill would ensure that all schools serving breakfast and lunch make those meals available at no charge to all students.

Braintree Opening Warming Station Ahead Of Dangerous Cold, Recycling Center Closed

The warming station at Cahill Auditorium in Town Hall will be open on Friday and Saturday, officials said. Here's what to know.

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UPDATE: Allen Street Sewer Overflow Impacts Local Braintree River

Residents are asked to avoid contact with the Monatiquot River, as it is impacted by the sewer discharge, officials said.

Braintree Council Approves New Lease For Norfolk County Sheriff

The Sheriff's Office and Braintree have had an agreement on the 2015 Washington Street location since 2012. The new deal runs through 2026.

Braintree Mayor Shares What's Open, Closed During New Year's Eve Weekend

Updates on trash and recycling, composting center hours and more.

Braintree Schedules First Council Meeting Of 2023

The meeting is scheduled for Jan. 3. Here's what's on the agenda.

Braintree: Tri-Town Water Treatment Plant Construction Underway

The $122 million plant will treat over 12 million gallons per day for Braintree, Randolph and Holbrook.

Braintree Holiday Trash And Recycling Schedule

Given that the two upcoming holidays fall on the weekend, trash and recycling will be collected on a regular schedule in Braintree.

Christmas, New Year's Day Won't Alter Trash Pickup In Braintree

There will be special hours at the drop-off center around the holidays, however. Here's what to know.

5 Items To Know Ahead Of Braintree Town Council Meeting

There are 13 items on the agenda for Tuesday's meeting. Here's what to know.

Upcoming Braintree Meetings Schedule

The Town Council is set to meet on Tuesday. Here's what other meetings are planned.

Braintree Gets Over $1 Million For Projects In MA Spending Bill

The town received earmarks clearing $1 million for economic development projects in the bill.

Braintree Council Authorizes $197K In Opioid Settlement Spending

The mayor has created a task force that will study how to best use the funds to combat the effects of the opioid crisis.

AP Calls Norfolk, Plymouth and Bristol MA Senate District For Timilty

The incumbent Democrat has defeated Republican Brian Muello, according to the Associated Press.

Braintree Election Results: Collins Leads Norfolk Commissioner Race

The Associated Press has also called the Massachusetts 8th Congressional District race for Democrat Stephen Lynch.

Braintree Recreation Department To Open Summer 2023 Job Applications

Multiple positions are open for employment with the recreation department during the 2023 summer. Here are the important dates to know.

Rep. Lynch Advocates For Braintree Allen Street Reconstruction Project

The project will increase pedestrian and bike access from Quincy Avenue and Shaw Street to the site of a planned development at 44 Allen St.

Braintree 2022 Voting Guide: Candidates, Questions, How To Vote

A contested State Senate and Norfolk County Commissioner race highlight the local ballot in Braintree. Here's what to know.

Fire Truck Named In Honor Of Late Braintree Chief Kenneth McHugh

The award-winning firefighter rose to fire chief in four decades of service to Braintree. Now, he'll be memorialized at the department.

$2.5 Million Grant To Help Braintree Rebuild Allen Street, Add Housing

The grant will fund multiple projects in town ranging from improved walkability to additional housing and road repairs. Here's what to know.

Letter To The Editor: Why Question 1 Is Good For Braintree Students

Kelly J. Cobb-Lemire, the Vice Chair of the Braintree School Committee, makes the case for why Braintree voters should support Question 1.

Braintree Alters Cannabis Ordinance To Allow For Cultivation, Delivery

The ordinance continues to prohibit all non-medical retail sales of marijuana but would allow for the cultivation and delivery of marijuana.

Braintree OKs $355K In Community Preservation Act Money For 2 Projects

Town Council unanimously approved a trail through the Middle Street woods and a wheelchair ramp at Town Hall at their most recent meeting.

Election 2022: Braintree Voter Guide

Early voting begins across the state on Saturday. Here's what to know.

Braintree Hosts Master Plan Community Forum This Weekend

The master plan serves as the framework for the town's direction on land use, transportation, economic development, housing and more.

Braintree To Receive Nearly $26 Million In State Budget

The budget, which passed on Monday, allocated more than $19.3 million in public school funding and about $6.6 million in unrestricted aid

Braintree State Senator Contributes Amendments To Transportation Bill

The Senate passed the legislation on Thursday with amendments by Sen. John Keenan. $1 million was proposed for Braintree projects.

Braintree Fire Department Headquarters Will Receive Major Renovation

The Town Council in May approved an additional $7 million for work at fire headquarters, bringing the total to $11.5 million.

Braintree Senator's Amendments Included In Early Childhood Care Bill

Sen. John F. Keenan filed three amendments to the bill, which seeks to lower childcare expenses for families

Timilty Amendment Included In Bill On Early Childhood Education

The state senator, who represents Braintree, pushed for an amendment foster student mentorship in the childcare work force

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