This week on The Frame: the state grants Framingham conditional compliance with the MBTA Communities Act, a proposal for a new golf course in the 9-90 area is outlined to the Planning Board, and a recap of the Greater Framingham Community Church’s 38th annual MLK Day celebration. Plus: Ellie Mental Health cuts the ribbon for their new Speen Street clinic.
This week on The Frame: the state grants Framingham conditional compliance with the MBTA Communities Act, a proposal for a new golf course in the 9-90 area is outlined to the Planning Board, and a recap of the Greater Framingham Community Church’s 38th annual MLK Day celebration. Plus: Ellie Mental Health cuts the ribbon for their new Speen Street clinic.
All of that on The Frame: Framingham News in Focus.
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Local school leaders are progressing through a feasibility study to develop a plan for a new elementary school along Bethany Road, which would replace Hemenway Elementary. The company brought on board for the process estimates that construction could begin in September 2028.
About 23% of registered Framingham voters cast a ballot in 2025. Charlie Sisitsky defeated Geoff Epstein to win another term as mayor, while John Stefanini and Mary Kate Feeney won in their respective City Council races. Brandon Ward and Michael Cannon were reelected to the local legislative board, while Lorena Tovar and Brent Lewis were victorious in their School Committee bids. Changes to the city's Home Rule Charter received overwhelming support as well.
November’s funding for the food program—otherwise known as food stamps—remains uncertain amid the federal government shutdown. In turn, organizations such as Daniel’s Table are experiencing a rise in demand.
