This week on The Frame: officials learn the results of a recent audit on the local government’s DEI initiatives, a preview of the City Council election in District 4, and coverage from the first iteration of Framingham Fest .
This week on The Frame: officials learn the results of a recent audit on the local government’s DEI initiatives, a preview of the City Council election in District 4, and coverage from the first iteration of Framingham Fest .
All of that on The Frame: Framingham News in Focus.
Intro: 0:00
DEI Audit: 0:06
District 4 City Council Election Preview: 2:37
Remembering Keith Cashman: 4:29
Upcoming Health and Wellness Fair: 5:00
Frame by Frame: 5:33
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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.
