05/12/2026
REMINDER:
As the weather is getting warmer and we are all looking forward to being outside more please consider the safety of your fury friends and others nearby.
All dogs must be leashed, with a maximum leash length of 6 feet, in Essex. This includes sidewalks and parks.
Dogs must remain in the control of their owner or designee.
The ONLY locations dogs can be off leash are Saxon Hill Forest, Indian Brook and the Essex Dog Park. Dogs must be in voice control in these areas.
Please remember that this is for the safety of your pet as well as the safety of others!
04/18/2026
Calling all pickleball and tennis enthusiasts! The nets are up at Sand Hill and Pearl Street Park. Grab your paddle or racket and come enjoy another great season of play.
12/18/2025
Notice for tomorrow:
On Thursday, December 18th, the Town of Essex will be performing signal work at the intersection of Pinecrest Drive and Susie Wilson Road. There will be a detour installed on Pinecrest Drive. There will be delays so please plan accordingly. If you have any questions, please contact the Town of Essex Public Works Department at 802-878-1344.
10/08/2025
Please be advised: Tonight (Wednesday 10/8) there will be gunfire for a ceremonial service on Pinecrest Dr. around 5:30PM. Blank rounds will be used.
08/30/2025
Good Morning PSP Disc Golf Community, one of ours has lost a bracelet with a loved ones ashes in it. Please be on the look out and let’s try to get this back to the owners.
08/20/2025
Step right up because it’s fair season! 🎡
We’re beyond excited to be a Gold Sponsor of the 2025 Champlain Valley Fair!
Did you know the fair welcomes over 120,000 visitors each year?! Whether you come for the classic tractor pulls, the local crafts, or just to conquer your fear of heights on the midway, there’s something here for every Vermonter to love.
ALSO, mark your calendar for Food Bank Day at the Fair on Thursday, August 28th:
🥫 Bring 2 non-perishable food items by 2:00 PM, and get FREE admission!
🎟️ Bring 2 additional non-perishable food items and get $10 off a ride bracelet!
Every can counts, so while you fill up on maple cotton candy, you’ll also help us fill shelves at the Vermont Foodbank for neighbors in need. We can’t wait to see you there! 💜
07/13/2025
Pearl Street Park Disc Golf course is a favorite with the after work crowd. Stop by for a quick nine on your way home Essex folks. Thanks Essex Parks and Recreation for having this for our community. Thanks Vermont Federal Credit Union for supporting Disc Golf Vermont and helping the sport grow in our beautiful state.
06/16/2025
Today.
Please be advised:
Tomorrow, Monday 6/16, East St will be closed from Maple St to Church St from 7AM-5PM. Please seek alternative routes.