Child’s Dirt Bike Stolen in Middle-of-the-Night Garage Break-In — Police Ask Residents to Check Cameras BROOKFIELD, MA — March 29, 2026, at approximately 1:22 a.m. A quiet Brookfield neighborhood was disrupted early Sunday morning after a group of individuals broke into a residential garage and stole a dirt bike belonging to an eight-year-old child—an incident …
EDITORIAL: ALL BROOKFIELD RESIDENTS PLACED ON PROBATION FOLLOWING SINGLE COUNT OF DISAGREEMENT BROOKFIELD — In what can only be described as a sweeping disciplinary action, the entire population of Brookfield has been placed on indefinite probation following a recent meeting in which one resident engaged in conduct deemed unacceptable: disagreement. The finding, issued from the …
BROOKFIELD HR OFFICIAL RESIGNS AFTER ALLEGED COMMENT BY INTERIM TOWN ADMINISTRATOR BROOKFIELD — A female Human Resources official for the Town of Brookfield has resigned following an alleged inappropriate remark made by the Interim Town Administrator during their first interaction, according to a resignation letter obtained by the Brookfield Examiner. In the letter, the employee …
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EDITORIAL: Brookfield’s “orange M&M” problem BROOKFIELD — There’s a famous story about rock bands and contract riders. Some major acts would include a strange requirement: backstage, there had to be a bowl of M&Ms — with no orange ones. It wasn’t about being difficult. It was a test. If the band walked in and saw …
Brookfield Board of Health Meeting Draws Wave of Public Concerns BROOKFIELD — A three-hour meeting of the Brookfield Board of Health on March 25, 2026, brought forward a wide range of concerns from local businesses, residents, and advocates, as new leadership opened the floor to expanded public participation. Under the direction of Chair Christina Predella—recently …
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Brookfield police staffing crisis forces overnight coverage cuts as resignation and town-wide turnover raise broader questions BROOKFIELD — A staffing shortage within the Brookfield Police Department will result in the suspension of overnight police coverage beginning February 1, 2026, marking a significant change for a department that has provided uninterrupted 24/7 service for more than …
Brookfield Man’s Criminal Trial Postponed After Defendant Fails to Appear A jury trial scheduled Monday in East Brookfield District Court involving Brookfield resident John D. Holdcraft was postponed after the defendant failed to appear, with his attorney informing the court that Holdcraft had been hospitalized that morning. Charges Filed Holdcraft is charged with: Criminal harassment, …
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Brookfield board opens door to remote public participation in meetings BROOKFIELD — In a move aimed at expanding public access to local government, the Brookfield Select Board voted March 10 to allow town boards and commissions to offer remote participation for the general public. The decision, approved unanimously by the board members present, Richard Chaffee, was …
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The Brookfield Examiner Returns—With a Clear Eye, a Strong Voice, and a Love for This TownBy Christopher KelleherEditor-in-Chief, Brookfield Examiner It’s been a long time since you’ve heard from us. The Brookfield Examiner last went to press in January 2024. A lot has happened since then—both in this town, and in my life. And while …
