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Bright Ideas
February 2012
BELD signs purchase power agreement with wind farm in Woodstock, Maine; You don't have to be out in a howling blizzard to suffer from hypothermia; Tony Agnitti is re-elected to Light Board; Get the speed you need with BELD Broadband; Always ask for identification!; Community Bulletin Board

January 2012
Exercise caution when using electric space heaters; Wentworth and Curtin are recognized by GNEF; Please "Give the Gift of Warmth" by donating to the Good Neighbor Energy Fund; See who's calling while you watch TV...at no extra charge; Check clothes dryer vents for excessive lint; Community Bulletin Board

December 2011
Electric bills can rise during the winter months...here are a few reasons why; George Jackson wrote to us recently...; Seasons Greetings!; Sports networks have providers in pricing squeeze play; A great gift idea for the holidays; Community Bulletin Board

November 2011
Winter storms in New England can bring unexpected power outages; BELD has a new tree trimming policy; Local television stations demand increased monthly fees; A great gift idea for the holidays; Community Bulletin Board

October 2011
Restoration of power during and after Tropical Storm Irene; The transition to digital technology is coming soon; Please keep the path to your meter clear; Community Bulletin Board

September 2011
Our Public Power Week celebration was such a hit last year, we're going for a repeat performance!; Digging in your yard this fall? Call DIG SAFE before you do; How does streaming video affect your Internet service?; Tune up your heating system!; Community Bulletin Board

August 2011
BELD launches state-of-the-art meter project; Anastasia Fay is recipient of BELD's 2011 scholarship; Better everyday rates plus more benefits—BELD Broadband is your best choice for cable, internet and phone service; Always ask for identification; Community Bulletin Board

July 2011
Looking for the best deal on bundled TV, High-Speed Internet and home phone service?; GFCIs recommended for pools, spas and hot tubs; BELD makes $1,500,000 Payment in Lieu of Taxes to Town of Braintree; Please keep the path to your meter clear; Community Bulletin Board

June 2011
BELD earns national award for reliable and safe electric service; Concerts, a parade, a movie... BELD will sponsor some special events this summer; Please support our Independence Day Celebration; BELD Broadband's programming costs continue to grow; BELD senior discount; Community Bulletin Board

May 2011
Save some big bucks on your cooling costs this summer; And...if you don't mind waiting a little longer for some LEAFY shade...; BELD is again demonstrating our commitment to renewable energy projects; BELD Broadband introduces new low-cost packages; Aways ask for identification; Community Bulletin Board

April 2011
Digging in your yard this spring? Prevent damage to underground utilities by notifying Dig Safe®; Municipal Light Board recognizes former Senator Morrissey's support of municipal utilities; Ah, spring!... And now the task of cleaning up after Mother Nature's winter wrath; Community Bulletin Board

March 2011
In the market for new appliances? Check out our appliance rebate program before you buy; Mayor Sullivan gives BELD Broadband a THUMBS UP!; BELD Broadband's new release high-definition movies are $4.99—15% less than Comcast and Verizon; We appreciate your efforts to keep the path to your meter clear of snow and ice; Community Bulletin Board

February 2011
Major storms bring power outages to many New England communities; Watson Station generates 101,927,220 kilowatt-hours (KWh) during 2010; Braintree Electric Light Department is now on Facebook; AAA-approved repair shops will recycle your automobile battery; Community Bulletin Board

January 2011
Electric bills can rise during the winter months...here are a few reasons why; Please "Give the gift of Warmth" by donating to the Good Neighbor Energy Fund; BELD Broadband announces some special upgrades to kick off the new year; Community Bulletin Board

December 2010
Substation expansion project is a team effort; Warmest wishes for a safe and joyful holiday season from Braintree Electric Light Department & BELD Broadband; Cable television package names are changing; Community Bulletin Board

November 2010
Public Power is focus of fall festivities; Looking for a unique holiday gift? BELD gift certificates are now available; Your hometown provider named "Best of Braintree"; Community Bulletin Board

October 2010
The Thomas A. Watson Generating Station: one year later; Do your lights sometimes go to half power or flicker?; BELD was again the proud sponsor of Braintree's free Summer Sunset Concert Series; Community Bulletin Board

September 2010
We're celebrating Public Power Week with two special events; Thought the social media sites were immune to scams?; Announcing another reduction in our Power Cost Adjustment—starting October 1; "I cannot say enough about BELD..."; Community Bulletin Board

August 2010
BELD makes it very easy to show your support for local green and sustainable projects; Something for everyone at Braintree's 37th Annual Independence Day Celebration; Retransmission consent fees are "into the stratosphere"; Taking advantage of our senior discount?; Community Bulletin Board

July 2010
Braintree Electric Light Department makes another commitment to renewable energy; BELD Scholarship awarded to Notre Dame graduate Julianne McGowan; Nielsen reports that more than 50% of North American homes are Hi-Def...are you?; Tune up your heating system; Community Bulletin Board

June 2010
Electricity 101: Demystifying your monthly electric bill; Frank Belcastro testimonial; BELD's 2009 Annual Report is on www.beld.com; BELD is supporting some special summer events; Play it safe around power lines; Community Bulletin Board

May 2010
Furry foragers a formidable foe for utilities; We're pleased to announce another reduction in our Power Cost Adjustment—starting June 1; You asked...and we listened; Always ask for identification; Community Bulletin Board

April 2010
Planning outdoor projects this spring? Before you start digging, you must call 888-DIG-SAFE (or 811); BELD will plant two maple trees in your yard—and they're free!; Thomas A. Watson Generating Station named one of the fourteen best power plants worldwide; Braintree Rotary Haiti Relief Project; Truth in cable advertising? You be the judge; Electric tools and water don't mix; Community Bulletin Board

March 2010
Many hands make lights work—thank you for your vote of confidence in BELD and its employees (2009 Customer Satisfaction Study); Reynolds and Regan re-elected to Braintree Municipal Light Board; We've added five new channels—at no extra charge!; Please keep the path to your meter clear; Community Bulletin Board

February 2010
Electric bills often rise during the winter months—these are some of the typical reasons they do; This power strip saves energy $$ by turning your peripherals off when you're not using them; Understanding hypothermia; Want to avoid paying more for cable, Internet or phone? Bundle up with BELD Broadband by March 1 and lock in the 2009 rate; "The customer comes first at BELD"; Are you taking advantage of our senior discount?; Community Bulletin Board

January 2010
Braintree Electric Light Department invites you to "BGREEN@home" and lower your energy costs; Please "Give the Gift of Warmth" by donating to the Good Neighbor Energy Fund; We're pleased to announce another reduction in our Power Cost Adjustment—starting February 1; Cold and blustery outside? Stay inside and play...with BELD Broadband; Always ask for identification!; Community Bulletin Board

December 2009
Hydroelectric, solar, wind...BELD is fully committed to the generation of renewable GREEN ENERGY; Warmest wishes for a safe and joyful holiday season from Braintree Electric Light Department and BELD Broadband; Bundle up with BELD Broadband and SAVE—our discounted cable + Internet bundle is just $64.99/month for 6 months; Please keep the path to your meter clear; Community Bulletin Board

November 2009
Ribbon-cutting Ceremony marks completion of the state-of-the-art Thomas A. Watson Generating Station; BELD earns APPA Award of Excellence for Annual Report (again!); BELD Broadband launches eight more HD channels; UWUA Local 379 awards scholarships; Here's a great gift idea for the holidays!; Community Bulletin Board

October 2009
Get a 50% rebate (up to $500) on qualifying energy-efficient home improvements; Are you sending email ads for offshore gambling and male "enhancements"?; BELD announces a reduction in our Power Cost Adjustment as of November 1; Tony & Betty DiBisceglia "can't say enough" about their recent experience with BELD Broadband's service crew; Are you taking advantage of our senior discount?; Community Bulletin Board

September 2009
We have a special reason to celebrate public power this year—a brand new state-of-the-art power plant—and we want YOU to be a part of that celebration; Broadband testimonial from Cindy Hoover; BELD Broadband is a "Top Op;" Two BELD Scholarships awarded; Our Help Desk hours have changed; Community Bulletin Board

August 2009
The Watson Generating Station is up and running!; Scenic overview dedicated to "Fore River guardian;" Kristin Creighton testimonial; Follow BELD & BELD Broadband on Twitter; Our Help Desk hours have changed; Community Bulletin Board

July 2009
Before the kids stowed their backpacks for the summer, BELD visited five local schools to talk ELECTRICAL SAFETY; "You can be assured that BELD Broadband does indeed serve their customers with their knowledge;" Beware of phishy requests from spammers; BELD will again sponsor the Sunset Concert Series; Always ask for identification; Community Bulletin Board

June 2009
Braintree Electric Light Department invites YOU to make an investment in Braintree's future energy projects...and to save $$$ on your investment in applicances; View our 2008 Annual Report at www.beld.com; We've improved our phone service—now is a great time to sign up; FREE maple trees; Community Bulletin Board

May 2009
Lured by too-good-to-be-true offers from our competitors? We hope you'll consider the long-term benefits of staying with BELD Broadband before you switch; Roger Perfetti is staying with BELD Broadband; BELD announces a reduction in our Power Cost Adjustment as of June 1; Think spring... and two FREE maples trees; Please keep the path to your meter clear; Community Bulletin Board

April 2009
Digging in your yard this spring? Prevent damage to underground utilities by calling Dig Safe before you do—it's the law!; Broadband competition is a BIG plus for Braintree residents; Electric tools and water don't mix; Community Bulletin Board

March 2009
Electric bills making you cranky? There are several reasons why bills can rise during the winter months—here are some common ones; How to dispose of used Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs (CFLs); "Local service is FAST service," says BELD Broadband customer Marie Lenane; Are you taking advantage of our senior discount?; Community Bulletin Board

February 2009
Winter storms in New England can bring unexpected power outages; Understanding hypothermia; The digital transition is February 17—don't let your television signal disappear; Always ask for indentification; Community Bulletin Board

January 2009
A message from BELD General Manager Bill Bottiggi about our November 18 electrical outage; Please "Give the Gift of Warmth" by donating to the Good Neighbor Energy Fund; An historic moment is upon us—are you ready for the switch to digital broadcasting?; Gift cards donated to food pantry; Community Bulletin Board

Business Power
Fall 2011
This is the LAST PRINT ISSUE of our Business Power newsletter; Former Sheraton Braintree hotel on Forbes Road is site of new Hyatt Place Hotel and Retail Complex; BELD Broadband business Triple Play—new and improved!

Summer 2011
BELD launches state-of-the-art meter project: Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI); BELD is replacing more than 2,000 porcelain cutouts; Chili's Restaurant installs Light Emitting Diode (LED) area lights

Spring 2011
BELD is honored with national award for reliable electic operations; BELD is sponsor of Sustainable Braintree's Green Gala Celebration

Winter 2010/11
2010: THE YEAR IN REVIEW—Braintree Electric Light Department has been working hard to serve the Town of Braintree

Fall 2010
Braintree businesses are invited to support BELD's BGREEN program by purchasing green energy units; These great services from BELD Broadband will help you boost your business in Braintree; The Watson Generating Station is already lowering our customers' electric costs

Summer 2010
BELD reaches final major milestone in construction of the Thomas A. Watson Generating Staion; We're pleased to announce another reduction in our Power Cost Adjustment—starting this month: South Shore Plaza substation gets extensive upgrade, including a second transformer

Spring 2010
BELD is one of only a handful of vertically integrated municipals in the state of Massachusetts; We're practicing what we preach—in our own backyard; Energy New England announces an enhanced Commercial Auditing Program

Winter 2009
New business moving to town? BELD's Engineering Department works behind the scenes to make the move a smooth one; Reduction in Power Cost Adjustment (PCA); BELD works hard to help Braintree businesses succeed; Here's an innovative way for non-traditional TV advertisers to partner with the Braintree community

Fall 2009
Support sustainability and energy independence by joining BELD's BGREEN program for businesses; Another Braintree business benefits from our Lighten Up rebate program; An update on Braintree's proposed wind turbine—what's new?

Summer 2009
The Thomas A. Watson Generating Station commenced commercial operation June 23; The Braintree Farmers' Market is now open for business; See your own commercial on eight cable networks for $300 a month!

Spring 2009
BELD announces a reduction in our Power Cost Adjustment as of June 1, 2009; BELD Broadband is offering LOWER rates and FASTER speeds this spring; BELD introduces BGREEN!