Bridgewater is a charming, residential, suburban community. Located approximately 25 miles south of Boston, the town is accessible by bus, commuter rail and highway at the junction of routes 24 and 495. Originally an industrial and agricultural center, the town of Bridgewater was chartered in 1656. Its historic character and unique landscaping are prominent throughout the community, particularly in the downtown central common area. Today Bridgewater is a growing community of approximately 25,000 and serves as home to Bridgewater State College. Founded in 1840, Bridgewater State College is one of the oldest institutions of higher education dedicated to teacher preparation in the United States. Offering a diversity of activities, Bridgewater maintains a caring, friendly, small-town, community atmosphere.
The Bridgewater Police Department informed us that scams are on the rise, especially in this area. Detective Balboni reached out to let us know that since December, they have had over $200,000 reported stolen from Bridgewater senior residents due…
Read More »Attention! Voter Registration Deadline Bridgewater Town Clerk’s Office reminds residents that Wednesday, April 12, 2023 is the deadline to register to vote for the upcoming Annual Town Election to be held on April 22nd. Voter…
Read More »Purchase your 2023 Dog License by Feb. 28th to avoid Late Fee Dog owners in Bridgewater are reminded that the Dog Licenses are valid from January 1st through December 31st A dog licensing form to register dogs for the calendar year 2023…
Read More »We received word from the Fire Department that hydrants have been turned off. Please run your COLD water for 5-10 minutes in your tub until the water runs clear. Due to a major fire on Main Street this morning, you may be experiencing discolored…
Read More »2023 Dog licenses are now available for sale at the Town Clerk’s Office Dog owners in Bridgewater are reminded that the Dog Licenses are valid from January 1st through December 31st A dog licensing form to register dogs for the calendar…
Read More »2023 Dog licenses are now available for sale at the Town Clerk’s Office Dog owners in Bridgewater are reminded that the Dog Licenses are valid from January 1st through December 31st A dog licensing form to register dogs was sent to all…
Read More »Click Here To View The Town Of Bridgewater : Top Of The Hill Newsletter -February 2023
Read More »PFAS QUARTER 4 RESULTS Once again we are within the DEP guidelines for PFAS results. Please see attached document for Q4 results. Click here for more…
Read More »Frequently asked questions regarding Bridgewater Water Click here for more…
Read More »To help resolve water discoloration issues, the Water Department will be flushing the below areas on Wednesday 1/11/23 beginning at 9:30 AM. High Street to Plain Street to Stone Meadow to Brookstone. Once flushing is complete, run your cold tap…
Read More »Click Here To View The Town Of Bridgewater : Top Of The Hill Newsletter -January 2023
Read More »Petition of Massachusetts Electric Company and Nantucket Electric Company each d/b/a National Grid for Approval of An Alternative Basic Service Procurement and Pricing Plan. On December 20, 2022, Massachusetts Electric Company and Nantucket…
Read More »Voters may Vote by Mail: Vote by Mail Applications can be downloaded from the Town's website at: https://www.bridgewaterma.org/DocumentCenter/View/4790/Vote-by-Mail-Application-2023 Voters may vote by Absentee ballot if they are unable to vote…
Read More »Attention! Voter Registration Deadline Bridgewater Town Clerk’s Office reminds residents that Wednesday, December 28th, 2022 is the deadline to register to vote for the upcoming Special Town Election to be held on January 7th. Voter…
Read More »2023 Dog licenses are now available for sale at the Town Clerk’s Office Dog owners in Bridgewater are reminded that the Dog Licenses are valid from January 1st through December 31st A dog licensing form to register dogs for the calendar…
Read More »Please be advised, the Water Supply Department will be flushing Summer Street on Wednesday 11/16/22 from 9AM thru 3PM. While flushing is being performed, there may be a decrease in water pressure. Discoloration may also occur, please plan…
Read More »Please be advised, the Water Supply Department will be flushing Summer Street on Wednesday 11/16/22 from 9AM thru 3PM. While flushing is being performed, there may be a decrease in water pressure. Discoloration may also occur, please plan…
Read More »Click Here to view the Town Of Bridgewater : Top Of The Hill Newsletter - November -December,…
Read More »Cyclical Property Inspections are being conducted throughout Bridgewater by PK Valuation Group on behalf of the Assessor's office. This work is expected to be completed by mid November 2022 Inspector's will be able to provide identification and…
Read More »Click Here to view the Town Of Bridgewater : Top Of The Hill Newsletter - October 2022
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Read More »Bridgewater Town Clerk’s Office reminds residents that Saturday, October 29th, 2022 is the deadline to register to vote for the upcoming State Election to be held on November 8th. Voter Registration Session will be held at the Academy…
Read More »Top of the Hill Newsletter - September Edition Click here for the September edition of the Top of the Hill Newsletter! Please enjoy the information on our activities, programs, events and helpful resources through the Council on Aging.…
Read More »Hydrant Flushing location update Hydrant flushing will begin on Tuesday 9/6/22. Flushing will take place Monday-Thursday from 7:00PM-11:00PM, weather permitting. Due to the drought, this will be a modified flush. Week of 9/5/22 and week of…
Read More »Hydrant Flushing to begin September 6, 2022 Modified Hydrant Flushing will begin on Tuesday 9/6/22. Check back next week for locations or click here to sign up for notifications: https://www.bridgewaterma.org/list.aspx We will be updating…
Read More »On September 13, 2022 the Town Council with consider the Zoning Recodification for final vote. The the text of the final document is available HERE. Please contact [email protected] with any…
Read More »Residential Permit Inspections are being conducted throughout Bridgewater by PK Valuation Group on behalf of the Assessor's office from August 11th through mid October. Inspector's will be able to provide identification and proof of association…
Read More »Early Voting To Be Held At Acadmey Building (For September 6, 2022 State Primary Election) Saturday, August 27, 2022 and Monday, August 29, 2022 through Friday, September 2, 2022 Early Voting is open to all voters! Early Voting will take…
Read More »Massachusetts voters are receiving “post cards” from the Secretary of the Commonwealth. They are LEGITIMATE and designed to help those wishing to vote by mail in the upcoming Primary Election (September 6, 2022) or both the Primary and…
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Read More »Click here to View the Information About Town of Bridgewater - Elder Affairs Top Of The Hill Newsletter - July / August,…
Read More »Deadline to Register to Vote for the September 6th State Primary Election Bridgewater Town Clerk’s Office reminds residents that Saturday, August 27th, 2022 is the deadline to register to vote for the upcoming State Primary Election to…
Read More »The Water Supply Department would like to make you aware of the Water usage rate increase taking place as of 7/1/22. Your July quarterly bills will still reflect the old rates. Please see document for full information. Click here for Related PDF…
Read More »FEMA has reviewed Bridgewater's Hazard Mitigation Plan Update and deemed it Approvable Pending Adoption. The Plan will now go before the Town Council for adoption. You can view the plan at the link below. Please contact the CED office at…
Read More »Water Supply employees will be flushing the below areas on Saturday 6/25/22:
Lilac Circle
Norlen Park
The end of Plymouth Street
After flushing hours, please be sure to run your water until it runs clear.
Read More »Click Here to view the Planning Board Approves Updated Master Plan
Read More »Click Here To View The Town of Bridgewater - Elder Affairs Top Of The Hill Newsletter - June Edition
Read More »INFORMATION ABOUT DISCOLORED WATER Occasionally, the Bridgewater Water Supply Division receives questions or complaints regarding the appearance of drinking water, specifically, brown tinted water. There are two major sources that can cause water…
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