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Brattleboro Community Invited to Discussion on Black Mountain Road Scoping

by Not Signed In | Town Plan

The Town of Brattleboro, with technical assistance from consultant MSK Engineers, invites the community to join a discussion of the Black Mountain Road Scoping Study.

The project seeks to address chronic road wash outs that create financial stress to the town, impair the water quality of the Crosby Brook, and create localized flooding.

The purpose of the meeting is to obtain comments and concerns about proposed alternative designs (view proposals here). Comments are also being accepted via email at planning@brattleboro.gov.

Oak Grove Corridor Paving Project Beginning August 10th

by Not Signed In | Town Plan

The Town of Brattleboro announces that a contractor working on behalf of the Town will begin paving operations within the Oak Grove Corridor on Monday, August 10, 2026. Work is expected to continue over the next several weeks as weather and construction conditions allow.

The project includes paving the following roadways:

Faulty Candidate Statements on VT Defend the Guard Act

by MD | Politics

I write in response to statements made by Aly Richards, candidate for VT Governor, and Ryan McLaren, candidate for VT Lt. Governor, about the Vermont Defend the Guard Act, during the 7/23 Vermont Public debates, 7/23 and 7/21 respectively. Ms. Richards said “we have to be really strategic together as we are fighting against [the] attack on democracy.” She also said this bill would put a big target on the back of the Vermont National Guard. Mr. McLaren said he’s heard no support for the bill from Guard members.

I agree that we need to be strategic. Part of that strategy is the movement for this act. A letter to Governor Scott and Vermont state legislators is circulating from Vermont National Guard veterans, their family members, and other Vermont veterans of the U.S. military. They request a proper hearing and passage of the Vermont Defend the Guard Act and give their reasons.

Vermont Needs A New Governor

by RDavis | Activism

Governor Phil Scott needs to retire as Vermont’s governor. Five two-year terms is enough. His ideas have become outdated and his approach to problem solving does not seem to be working for the benefit of a majority of Vermonters.

When Scott was first elected I was fearful that he didn’t know enough about health care issues to be able to move the state forward. My fears were realized and he still seems to be locked into the position that the private market is the way to go to improve access and affordability to health care. How’s that working out Governor?

Luckily we have two extremely capable candidates running as Democrats to defeat Scott. Amanda Janoo and Aly Richards both have work credentials that make it clear they are able to tackle some of the state’s most difficult problems and to develop fresh new approaches. The Vermont primary is August 11 and Democratic voters have an excellent but difficult choice to make.

Helpful Info for Vermont’s State Primary Elections

by Not Signed In | Politics

Below is some helpful information for the August 11th State Primary Elections.

Absentee Ballots
Absentee ballots for these elections were mailed by request. Please make sure to follow the instructions provided with your ballot, including: 

Signing the certificate envelopeand ensuring your ballot/s are insidethe certificate envelope.
Using a black pen to mark your ballot.

July 2026 Precipitation Report

by local | Nature

July was quite a dry month right up until the end. On the 28th my total was 2.22″ but the month ended with 4.80 inches, greater than the NOAA normal of 4.28″. The drought monitor has only a  tiny sliver of Vermont in any kind of drought and that should go away with the next report. Year to date my total is 24.58″ compared to the NOAA normal for this date of 26.41 inch. About 93% of the average.

Across Vermont the monthly totals range from a low of 1.7″ in north central Vermont to over ten inches in southern Bennington County.  That area received more rain from the month ending storm. There were towns just north of here that also received inches more rain than the 2.58″ measured over 3 days at my gauge.

Brattleboro Selectboard Meeting – Agenda and Notes – August 4, 2026

by Not Signed In | Town News

The Brattleboro Selectboard will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at 6:15pm in the Selectboard Meeting Room at the Brattleboro Municipal Center (230 Main Street, Room 212) and over Zoom. The attached agenda contains information on how to access the meeting remotely, including the required “passcode.” Closed captioning will be available for deaf and hard-of-hearing community members. The backup materials for this meeting will be available on the town website by the end of the day.

Brattleboro and Brattleboro-Putney Paving Construction Update 07/31/2026

by Not Signed In | Town News

Milling and side road paving are scheduled on U.S. Route 5 in the vicinity of the Exit 3 roundabout from 7 p.m. tonight, Friday, July 31, to 6 a.m. Saturday morning, August 1.

There will be NO CLOSURE of Interstate 91, Exit 3 on- and off- ramps Saturday, August 1. Closures are scheduled for next week (see below).

Guardrail work is scheduled on Vermont Route 9 from 7 p.m. Sunday, August 2 to 6 a.m. Monday, August 3.

My Votes for Amanda Janoo for Gov & Molly Gray for Lt Gov

by IsaacEF | Op/Ed

As we work to keep open the Brattleboro Memorial Hospital Birthing Center, and our families and neighbors safe, and as we face a governor who has sold out to the White House – Remember how he handed over Vermonters’ sensitive data to the feds? – we need leaders who will stand up for us.

I invite you to join me in voting in the Democratic primary here in Vermont for Amanda Janoo for governor, and Molly Gray for lieutenant governor, on or before Tuesday, August 11. As a member of the Brattleboro Selectboard, I see how our government needs leaders who are willing to speak up for the public. I’m supporting Amanda and Molly because of their bravery and leadership at a pivotal time.

Follow the Rainbow, Find Your Gift

by ann.newsmith | Arts

Follow the Rainbow, Find the Gift, is an exhibit of work created by artists in recovery from cancer and artists who have supported others in their cancer journey. It will be on view for the month of August at All Souls Church UU in the West Village Meeting House, West Brattleboro.
Local artist and founder of the Harmony Collective Kay Curtis, recently diagnosed, is recreating a show she saw in Mendocino, California, 30 years ago, which made a profound impact on her. “I want to transform the conversation for myself and others from being a victim of something beyond our control to an inquiry about how Cancer allowed us to, perhaps, slow down, finally pay attention to my eating habits, connect with people around me, prioritize the things on my wish list, have that conversation with my estranged sister….on and on. In other words, what is the gift?”

Why Hasn’t VT Congressional Delegation Saved all of our Hospitals in Vermont?

by Cris Ericson | Op/Ed

Why hasn’t our Vermont Congressional Delegation, U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders, U.S. Senator Peter Welch, and U.S. Congressperson Becca Balint taken action to save all of our Hospitals in Vermont?

Why haven’t they?

Why hasn’t our Vermont Congressional Delegation brought more money to Vermont for hospitals and health care programs and other programs like housing?  Clearly, $100 million is not enough, and that’s  what recent news claims they have brought in for the entire state.  Becca Balint tags along with whatever pork Peter Welch and Bernie Sanders generate, but is reliant on them. The reason more money has not been brought into Vemront is that Senator Bernie Sanders and Senator Peter Welch and Congressperson Becca Balint have not worked to repeal the Bayh-Dole Act of 1980, which if repealed, or even amended, could bring a fortune of federal dollars to Vermont.  Let’s talk about how that can be done!

Brattleboro Board of Civil Authority Adopts Election Recording Policy

by Not Signed In | Politics

The Brattleboro Board of Civil Authority has adopted a new policy governing photography, filming, and recording at polling places during elections.

The policy was approved during the Board’s meeting on July 16, 2026, and is intended to balance transparency in the election process with the need to maintain order at polling places and protect the confidentiality of voters’ choices. The policy was informed by Vermont State statute 17 V.S.A. § 1972.

Brattleboro and Brattleboro-Putney Paving Weekend Work 07/29/2026

by Not Signed In | Town News

Overnight work is planned for this Friday, July 31 and Sunday, August 2.

Friday, July 31st into Saturday morning August 1st, crews will continue paving on U.S. Route 5 between Noah’s Lane and Bennett Drive. Single-lane closures will be in place and uniformed traffic officers and flaggers will direct traffic through alternating traffic patterns as needed.

The on- and off- ramps in all directions for Interstate 91 Exit 3 are planned to be closed from 12 a.m. to 5 a.m. Saturday morning, August 1st.

Brattleboro Community Connection Night Rescheduled to August 5

by Not Signed In | Town News

Due to rain in the forecast, the Town of Brattleboro has rescheduled Community Connection Night to Wednesday, August 5, 2026. The event will take place from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Preston Lot and along Flat Street.

Flat Street between Main Street and the Preston Lot will be closed to traffic during the event. Parking will be available at the Transportation Center via the Elliot Street entrance.

Agnes Mikijaniec on “Here We Are”

by Wendy O'Connell | Health

AGNES MIKIJANIEC is held in high esteem by patients and her fellow providers at Brattleboro Memorial Hospital where she is an Oncology/Cancer Care APRN. She is known for her compassion, candor, and expertise. Agnes is a hero to many.