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Town of Bridgewater

64 Central Square
508-697-0919

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.


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Town of Bridgewater - March Special Activities St. Patrick's Day Activities at the Senior Center

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…

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Town Of Bridgewater : Deadline To Register To Vote For The April 22nd Annual Town Election

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…

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Town of Bridgewater News - Purchase your 2023 Dog License by February 28th to Avoid Late Fee

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…

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Town of Bridgewater News Discolored Water Issues - February 24, 2023

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…

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Town of Bridgewater : New Event Dog License Late Fees Begin

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…

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Last Day to License Dogs Before Late Fees Begin

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…

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Town Of Bridgewater : Top Of The Hill Newsletter - February 2023

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Town of Bridgewater News - PFAS Quarter 4 Results

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…

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Town of Bridgewater News - Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Bridgewater Water

Frequently asked questions regarding Bridgewater Water Click here for more…

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Town of Bridgewater - Hydrant Flushing Wednesday 1-11-2023

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…

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Town Of Bridgewater : Top Of The Hill Newsletter -January 2023

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Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities Notice of Filing and Request for Comments

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…

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Town Of Bridgewater : Special Town Election Absentee Ballots Now Available At Town Clerk's Office

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…

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Deadline To Register To Vote For The January 7th Special Town Election

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…

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Town of Bridgewater News : 2023 Dog Licenses Available for Sale Now!

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…

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Town Of Bridgewater : Hydrant Flushing-Laurel Street

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…

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Town of Bridgewater News Hydrant Flushing-Summer Street

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…

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Town Of Bridgewater : Top Of The Hill Newsletter - November -December, 2022

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Town of Bridgewater News Cyclical Inspections

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…

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Town Of Bridgewater : Top Of The Hill Newsletter - October 2022

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Town of Bridgewater News : McElwain School Apartments

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Town of Bridgewater News Deadline To Register To Vote For The November 8th State Election

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…

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Town of Bridgewater: Top of the Hill Newsletter - September Edition 2022

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.…

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Town of Bridgewater News - Hydrant Flushing Location Update

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…

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Town of Bridgewater News - August 23, 2022

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…

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Final Zoning Recodification To Be Considered By Town Council

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…

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Town of Bridgewater News Residential Permit Inspections

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…

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Town Of Bridgewater : Early Voting At The Academy Building To Begin August 27th

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…

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Town of Bridgewater News : Vote by Mail Update

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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Town of Bridgewater - Elder Affairs Top Of The Hill Newsletter - July / August, 2022

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Town of Bridgewater News - Deadline to Register to Vote for the September 6th State Primary Election

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…

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Town Of Bridgewater Water Rates As Of - July 1, 2022

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…

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Town Of Bridgewater's Updated Hazard Mitigation Plan

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…

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Town of Bridgewater: Hydrant Flushing Saturday June 25,2022

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.

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Town Of Bridgewater - Planning Board Approves Updated Master Plan

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Town of Bridgewater - Elder Affairs Top Of The Hill Newsletter - June Edition

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Town of Bridgewater News - Water Restriction Notice

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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