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local-news1 year ago

Planned Emergency Power Outage in Brockton Overnight Tuesday

National Grid has scheduled a 9-hour emergency power outage in downtown Brockton from 10 p.m. Tuesday to 7 a.m. Wednesday to conduct urgent underground cable repairs. The outage will affect approximately 450 customers, including many downtown businesses. Residents and businesses are advised to prepare by checking flashlights and batteries, keeping refrigerators and freezers closed, and ensuring cell phones are charged. The fire department has provided additional safety recommendations and directed all inquiries to National Grid.

via WCVB Boston|
#brockton#downtown-businesses#emergency-repairs
education1 year ago

"Brockton Schools Seek National Guard Aid to Address Ongoing Violence"

Members of the Brockton School Committee are urging the city's mayor to request National Guard support at Brockton High School to address safety concerns, including instances of violence and disruptions. The mayor, however, does not support this measure and advocates for a collaborative approach involving the community, law enforcement, and educators. The committee members cite incidents of altercations and students leaving school grounds without permission, leading to teacher absences and jeopardizing the learning environment. They believe National Guard support is necessary to prevent a potential tragedy and ensure the safety of students and staff.

via Boston 25 News|
#brockton#brockton-high-school#education
education-public-safety1 year ago

"Brockton School Officials Seek National Guard Aid to Address Disturbing Trends"

Members of the Brockton School Committee have written a letter to the city’s mayor, urging him to request National Guard support at Brockton High School due to safety concerns, including instances of students leaving school grounds without permission, violent altercations, and disruptions. The school officials believe the National Guard's expertise in crisis management and community support could provide a temporary intervention while a long-term solution is developed. This comes after recent incidents of violence at the school, including a fight that spread online and a previous stabbing incident.

via Boston 25 News|
#brockton#crisis-management#education-public-safety
crime2 years ago

"Arrested Men Face Murder Charges in Deadly Massachusetts Restaurant Shooting"

Two men accused in a fatal shooting at a Brockton restaurant, which was captured on security camera footage, have been held without bail. The video shows one man walking up to another man sitting in a booth and opening fire, killing him. The suspects, 22-year-old Nathan Veiga and 18-year-old Jamal Bazile, have entered not guilty pleas and are being held without bail. Prosecutors say Veiga planned the shooting, and Bazile allegedly pulled the trigger, with one of them reportedly bragging about the incident on social media.

via CBS Boston|
#brockton#crime#murder
weather2 years ago

Massachusetts Storm Causes Widespread Damage, Power Outages

A heavy rainstorm has hit the Brockton area, causing power outages and downed trees and wires. The National Weather Service warns of damaging winds and flooding rain throughout the morning, with gusts of 50 to 70 mph expected. As of 10 a.m., over 7,000 National Grid customers in Plymouth County are without power, including over 1,000 in Brockton. The storm is expected to peak at noon, with heavy rain and wind continuing into the mid-afternoon. Rainfall amounts range from 1.51 to 1.58 inches in some areas. The estimated time for power restoration in Brockton is noon.

via Enterprise News|
#brockton#power-outages#rainfall
crime2 years ago

Identity Revealed: Brockton's Nicole Swan Found Dead in East Bridgewater Yard

A 42-year-old woman from Brockton, identified as Nicole Swan, was found dead in the yard of an East Bridgewater home. The investigation, being conducted by East Bridgewater police and Massachusetts State Police detectives, is ongoing, but it does not appear to be a random act and there is no threat to public safety. The state medical examiner's office will determine the cause and manner of death.

via Enterprise News|
#brockton#crime#east-bridgewater
crime2 years ago

Brockton Police Investigate Series of Fatal Stabbings and Robbery

A 41-year-old man was found stabbed to death on Belmont Avenue in Brockton, Massachusetts, early Saturday morning. Police officers who were investigating a robbery discovered the victim lying on the ground. The man was transported to Good Samaritan Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The stabbing is being investigated by Brockton police and the Massachusetts State Police detective unit assigned to the case. The victim has not been identified yet.

via WCVB Boston|
#brockton#crime#investigation