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Precautionary Boil Water Notice Issued for Sections of Brattleboro

by Not Signed In | Town News

The Town of Brattleboro has issued a precautionary Boil Water Notice for residents listed below following a water main break on the primary water lines on Green Street and Pine Street.

At this time, there is no indication that any cross-contamination has occurred. However, out of an abundance of caution and in accordance with State requirements, the Town is imposing this boil water notice until further notice to ensure public health and safety.

Brattleboro Water Main Break Near Fuller Drive and Pine Street

by Not Signed In | Town News

The Brattleboro Department of Public Works is responding to a second water main break on Pine Street in the area of Fuller Drive. Public Works crews will be working at this location, along with the previously reported water main break at Green Street.

Residents throughout Brattleboro may experience low water pressure, a temporary loss of water service, or discoloration for several hours as crews isolate the affected water mains and begin repairs.

Keeping Warm Will Cost More

by RDavis | Living

As we approach the 22nd year of the Windham County Heat Fund people will find it harder to be able to afford to keep warm this winter. The price of fuel has been directly affected by the actions of a deranged president who started a war to divert attention from his actions as a pedophile in the Epstein scandal.

The average price of home heating fuel in Vermont this week is $4.60 gallon with a range of $4.59 to $5.50. Prices have increased 18.1 percent over the past six weeks and they show no sign of going down. That means that 150 gallons of home heating fuel will cost at least $688.50. It also means that for the lowest income people among us, heating their homes will mean difficult priority decisions.

Brattleboro Committee Meeting Agendas

by Not Signed In | Town News

The Brattleboro Arts Committee will meet on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at 5:00pm in the Brooks Memorial Library Community Room.

The Advisory Budget Committee will meet on Wednesday, August 26 at 6:30pm in Mezzanine Room B at the Brooks Memorial Library.

Brattleboro Fire Chief Announces Military Leave

by Not Signed In | Police & Fire

Fire Chief Jay Symonds has received military orders requiring him to take an approximately one-year leave of absence from the Town of Brattleboro. Symonds, who serves as both Fire Chief and a member of the United States military, will depart in the first week of October to fulfill his military obligations.

“Serving the people of Brattleboro has been one of the greatest honors of my professional career,” said Symonds. “Public service has always been a guiding principle in my life, whether in the fire service or the military. While I am humbled by the opportunity to serve our nation during this deployment, I leave knowing the fire department and emergency management organization will continue to be guided by dedicated professionals committed to this community.”

To ensure continuity of operations during Chief Symonds’ military leave, Peter Lynch will serve as Interim Fire Chief and Emergency Management Director. Lynch will work alongside the department’s leadership team to oversee fire and EMS operations, emergency preparedness, incident management, and departmental functions, ensuring continued delivery of the high level of service the community expects.

Maple Street Road Closure – August 24–25, 2026

by Not Signed In | Town News

The Town of Brattleboro would like to inform the public of a temporary closure of Maple Street to accommodate private utility work associated with a development project in the area.

Maple Street will be closed between the I-91 overpass and the intersection of Maple Street and Austine Drive on Monday, August 24, and Tuesday, August 25.

The anticipated schedule is as follows:

Saag Paneer & Mango Lassi at Leda’s Kitchen this week

by LedaS | Food

Hello Food Lovers,

On the menu at Leda’s Kitchen this week:

SAAG PANEER: A saag that goes above and beyond: small-batch house-made paneer combined with organic spinach, lots of onions, ginger, and garlic, and finished with a hint of cream to elevate the soft, earthy flavors of the dish. Mild.

Brattleboro Official Primary Results

by Not Signed In | Politics

Please see attached for the “official results” for Brattleboro’s State Primary election. These are the results, including write-in votes, from Brattleboro only and not including other towns’ results for the Primary races.

Brooks Memorial Library’s Main Street Entrance to Close Starting Aug. 17

by Not Signed In | Town News

Brooks Memorial Library’s renovation project will bring changes to building access beginning this week.

The library’s upper entrance, accessible from the Municipal Center parking lot, will reopen on Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2026.

Beginning Monday, Aug. 17, the library’s Main Street entrance will close and is expected to remain closed through the fall. Patrons should use the upper entrance to access the library during this phase of construction.

Brattleboro – State Primary Preliminary Results

by Not Signed In | Politics

Good evening,

Please see attached for Brattleboro’s Unofficial results for Brattleboro’s State Primary election. These are the results from the ballot tallies, not including write-in votes, and not including other towns’ results for the Primary races. Those names in bold received the most votes in Brattleboro.

The Lazarus Effect

by RDavis | Recreation & Sports

Just when Red Sox fans were beginning to realize that this season was going to be a bad one for the home team something of a sports miracle happened. Their record before July was 37-48, meaning their win percentage was a depressing .434. Then something happened.

It all started in April when Red Sox manager Alex Cora and a bunch of other personnel were fired. Chad Tracy, the manager of the triple A Worcester Red Sox was hired and things didn’t change quickly as the Sox continued on their miserable slump.

Then in July the resurrection began as the Sox had a record of 21-4, the best in the franchise’s storied history. As I write today their record is 64-53, or .547 and they are only seven games behind the American League leading Tampa Rays.

Knowels Wentworth on “Here We Are”

by Wendy O'Connell | Town News

An ordained interfaith Chaplain and with a Masters in Peacebuilding from SIT,  KNOWLES WENTWORTH is now working with “Reckoning and Renewal” a domestic violence accountability program. He brings his experience in conflict transformation as a liaison with the Brattleboro Police Department.