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City of Taunton 15 Summer Street Taunton, MA 02780 Taunton is a city in Bristol County, Massachusetts. It is the seat of Bristol County and the hub of the Greater Taunton Area.

The city is located 40 miles south of Boston, 18 miles east of Providence, 10 miles north of Fall River and 25 miles west of Plymouth. The City of Taunton is situated on the Taunton River which winds its way through the city on its way south to Mount Hope Bay. Based on 2021 census estimates, the city has a total population of 57,662. The mayor is Shaunna L. O'Connell.

Still have your Mail In Ballot at home? Drop it off behind City Hall in the secure, mounted and 24/7 CCTV ballot drop bo...
02/11/2026

Still have your Mail In Ballot at home?

Drop it off behind City Hall in the secure, mounted and 24/7 CCTV ballot drop box.

The deadline to drop off your ballot for the November 3, 2026 State Election is by 8pm on Tuesday, November 3rd.

Ballots CANNOT be dropped off at a polling place on Election Day.

Per the Secretary of State's Office:

Your ballot must reach your local election office or drop box by close of polls on Election Day in order to be counted. The only exception is for ballots returned by mail in the biennial state election in November, when 3 extra days are allowed for ballots postmarked by Election Day to arrive in the mail.

Deadlines for ballots sent by mail:

11/6/26 at 5:00pm from within the U.S.*
11/13/26 at 5:00 p.m. from outside the U.S.*

*Must be postmarked by 11/3/26.

For more information, please visit: https://www.sec.state.ma.us/divisions/elections/voting-information/vote-by-mail.htm

Any questions may be directed to the Elections Department at 508-821-1044.

The 2027 Taunton Animal Shelter calendars are now available (while supplies last)!2027 TACF Adopted Shelter Pets Calenda...
02/11/2026

The 2027 Taunton Animal Shelter calendars are now available (while supplies last)!

2027 TACF Adopted Shelter Pets Calendar
$18 per calendar/$20 per calendar if mailed
Check or Cash

All proceeds from the sale of the calendars go to the Friends of the Taunton Animal Care Facility in support of the shelter animals. The funds raised cover prescriptions, food and medication, and provide diagnostic testing when necessary.

All of the animals pictured in the calendar were adopted at the Taunton Animal Care Facility.

Calendars can be picked up during shelter hours (ask for Diane or Rob):

Tue-Thu: 12pm-5pm
Fri: 12pm-2pm
Sat: 12pm-4pm

The Taunton Animal Care Facility is located at 821 West Water Street in Taunton.

If you would like a calendar mailed, please send an email to [email protected]

For credit card payments, please visit: http://weblink.donorperfect.com/calendars

Any questions, please call 508-822-1463.

Thank you for your support!

COMING UP THIS WEEK!You are invited!Taunton Garden Club Membership Drive and November MeetingNovember 5, 20266:30pmArbor...
02/11/2026

COMING UP THIS WEEK!

You are invited!

Taunton Garden Club Membership Drive and November Meeting

November 5, 2026
6:30pm
Arbors Assisted Living Facility (County Street)

Master Gardener Joan Butler will present "Birdscaping: Home Sweet Habitat."

For more information, email the Taunton Garden Club at [email protected]

Calling All Little Artists! The Trescott Street Gallery’s Children's Art Workshop is back for November!Join Miss Maddy a...
02/11/2026

Calling All Little Artists!

The Trescott Street Gallery’s Children's Art Workshop is back for November!

Join Miss Maddy and the Creative Critters for TWO fun-filled Saturday mornings of creativity at Trescott Street Gallery!

Designed especially for children ages 3–7, these workshops are a wonderful opportunity for little ones to explore their imaginations, get creative, and enjoy some hands-on artistic fun!

**November Workshop Dates:**

Saturday, November 7, 2026 | 9–10 AM
Saturday, November 14, 2026 | 9–10 AM

Ages 3–7
$20 per child, per session
Trescott Street Gallery | 8 Trescott Street, Taunton

Spaces are limited, so be sure to reserve your spot!

Register at trescottstreetgallery.org

COMING UP TOMORROW!Help Fill the Bus: Food Drive at Taunton High School on November 3, 2026Taunton High School is collec...
02/11/2026

COMING UP TOMORROW!

Help Fill the Bus: Food Drive at Taunton High School on November 3, 2026

Taunton High School is collecting food to help local families through a Project 351 community service effort in collaboration with Bloom Bus. Families, staff, and community members are invited to donate.

Donation drop-off:
November 3 | 7–10 a.m.
In front of the Taunton High School Field House
50 Williams Street, Taunton

What to bring:

All donations must be nonperishable. We’re especially seeking shelf-stable, microwavable foods that are easy to prepare, such as:

Mac and cheese
Rice
Soup
Pasta
Oatmeal
Instant meals

Please consider adding a few items to your next grocery trip and dropping them off on November 3, 2026.

Thank you for helping support local families!

IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR MASSACHUSETTS EBT CARDHOLDERS!The Massachusetts Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA) is remi...
02/11/2026

IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR MASSACHUSETTS EBT CARDHOLDERS!

The Massachusetts Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA) is reminding residents who receive EBT benefits to activate their new chip/tap EBT cards before November 29, 2026.

If you receive EBT benefits, you should have received a new card in the mail.

✅ Activate your new chip/tap card as soon as possible.
🚫 Your old EBT card without a chip will stop working after November 29.
✅ Once your new card is activated, securely dispose of your old card.

For additional information, visit mass.gov/EBT

REMINDER! LAST DAY AND HOUR TO VOTE ABSENTEE IN PERSON FOR THE STATE ELECTION IS TODAY BY 12PM.Did you miss Early Voting...
02/11/2026

REMINDER! LAST DAY AND HOUR TO VOTE ABSENTEE IN PERSON FOR THE STATE ELECTION IS TODAY BY 12PM.

Did you miss Early Voting and will not be able to vote in person on November 3, 2026 for the State Election?

You can still Absentee Vote In Person!

Eligibility:

Absent from City during Polling Hours
Disability
Religious Beliefs

When?

Monday 11/2/2026
8am-12pm (Last Day and Time)

Where?

15 Summer St, City Hall
Elections Department, 2nd Floor

Any questions may be directed to the Elections Department at 508-821-1044.

Every Vote Counts. Your Vote Matters.

COMING UP THIS WEEK! LIMITED TICKETS STILL AVAILABLE!Join Associates for Human Services (AHS) for a W**e Tasting & Silen...
01/11/2026

COMING UP THIS WEEK! LIMITED TICKETS STILL AVAILABLE!

Join Associates for Human Services (AHS) for a W**e Tasting & Silent Auction!

Thursday, November 5, 2026
5:30pm to 8:30pm
Ward 5 (29 Winter Street)

Featuring over 100 fine wines from around the world, a hearty selection of craft beers and select specialty liqueurs.

Tickets are $50 (limited tickets available at the door)

Tickets are available via Venmo, at Debucas W**e & Liquors, 600 South Street, Raynham and at AHS, Inc, 68 Allison Ave, Taunton

All proceeds to benefit the programs of Associates for Human Services, Inc.

Did you miss Early Voting and will not be able to vote in person on November 3, 2026 for the State Election?You can stil...
01/11/2026

Did you miss Early Voting and will not be able to vote in person on November 3, 2026 for the State Election?

You can still Absentee Vote In Person!

Eligibility:

Absent from City during Polling Hours
Disability
Religious Beliefs

When?

Monday 11/2/2026
8am-12pm (Last Day and Time)

Where?

15 Summer St, City Hall
Elections Department, 2nd Floor

Any questions may be directed to the Elections Department at 508-821-1044.

Every Vote Counts. Your Vote Matters.

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Opening Hours

Monday 08:00 - 16:00
Tuesday 08:00 - 19:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 16:00
Thursday 08:00 - 16:00
Friday 08:00 - 12:00

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