Brendan Fitzpatrick
Sep 27
News

Framingham Completing Purchase of Bruce Freeman Rail Trail Extension

Framingham officials have completed the purchase of 3.2 miles of trails to stretch the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail into the city.

FRAMINGHAM - Framingham officials are completing the purchase of 3.2 miles of trails to stretch the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail into the city.

The trail currently runs through Lowell, Chelmsford, Westward, Carlisle, Acton, and Concord. Now, legs in Framingham and Sudbury are slated to be added for runners, walkers, and other non-motorized travelers.

The deal still needs to be approved at the federal level, according to city officials.

To learn more about the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail, click here.

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This week on The Frame: Mayor Charlie Sisitsky unveils his $383.2 million proposal for the upcoming municipal budget as local leaders deliberate on financing the public school district’s operations, state officials provide an update on the General Chemical cleanup process, and coverage of I Believe Academy’s recent fundraiser and the Taste of MetroWest event.

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