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City Council Gives Green Light to Full CPA Slate

About $3 million in total for 13 projects across Framingham, including Athenaeum Hall’s preservation, were approved.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

May 2, 2024

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Planning Board Holds Public Hearing on MBTA Communities Act

The act requires Massachusetts cities and towns to meet certain zoning requirements.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

May 1, 2024

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UPDATE: Healey Approves State Legislature's FY24 Supplemental Budget

Legislation includes money for emergency shelter system in Massachusetts.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Apr 30, 2024

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Sisitsky’s Budget Proposal Includes $172.6M for Schools

The mayor’s FY25 budget submission features the Framingham School Committee’s full recommendation.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Apr 25, 2024

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Planning Board Re-Schedules One Howard Hearing to May 16

One Howard, LLC was primed to provide an update on their six-floor apartment plan on Thursday.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Apr 24, 2024

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Finance Subcommittee Approves Most CPA Projects, Hung on Athenaeum Plan

A total of 13 projects totaling around $3 million have been recommended by the city’s Community Preservation Committee.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Apr 17, 2024

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Planning Board to Hear More on One Howard Apartment Proposal

A public hearing regarding the application in downtown Framingham will be held at the Memorial Building on Thursday.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Apr 15, 2024

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City Honors Framingham Heart Study’s 75th Anniversary

Local, state, and federal officials commemorated the study’s work at the Memorial Building on Monday.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Apr 12, 2024

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Investigation Launched in Framingham for "Suspicious Death"

Framingham Police were called to Fenwick Street Wednesday night.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Apr 11, 2024

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School Committee Requests $172.6M Budget for Upcoming Year

Mayor Charlie Sisitsky has until May 1 to present the budget to the Framingham City Council.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Apr 9, 2024

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City Council Approves Amendments to Traffic, Parking Regulations

The changes, primarily related to commercial parking, are set to go into effect in September.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Apr 4, 2024

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School Building Committee Holds First Meeting on South Side Project

Approximate timeline for new Framingham school aims for a fall 2029 opening.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Apr 3, 2024

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Charter Review Committee Makes Executive Branch Recommendations

The group's work on the Framingham Home Rule Charter continued with Article III on Thursday.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Apr 2, 2024

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Groundbreaking Ceremony Held for Mary Dennison Park Project

The renovated park is slated to be ready in 2025.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Mar 27, 2024

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Framingham High Students Reveal Survey Results on School Safety

About 40% of the FHS student body responded to the Student Advisory Committee's questionnaires.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Mar 25, 2024

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Spilka, State Reps Attend City Council Meeting

The Beacon Hill officials outlined their efforts and heard about key issues across Framingham.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Mar 21, 2024

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School Committee Sticks with NRT for Next Year, Eyes Future In-House Bus Model

The group unanimously approved a plan to start an in-house busing system for the 2025-26 school year.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Mar 21, 2024

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Community Preservation Committee Recommends $3M for Local Projects

The Framingham City Council will receive 13 requests for funding.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Mar 20, 2024

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Planning Board, Zoning Board of Appeals Address MBTA Communities Law

The two groups held a joint meeting on March 13.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Mar 18, 2024

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Officials Begin Framingham Public Schools Budgeting Process

The FY25 budget was the topic during a joint meeting between the City Council's Finance Subcommittee and the School Committee.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Mar 13, 2024

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Sisitsky, City Council Dive Into Zoning, MBTA Communities Law

The matters were addressed at Thursday’s City Council meeting.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Mar 12, 2024

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Planning Board Hears Update on Proposed Downtown Apartments

A project with over 130 units on the south side of Framingham has been proposed to city officials.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Mar 11, 2024

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Official Primary Results: Group 1 Wins FDC Race, Biden and Trump Top Local Ballots

The results from Super Tuesday’s primary elections in Framingham are in.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Mar 6, 2024

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Committee Continues Its Review of City Charter

The group met on Thursday to discuss Article II and Article VI.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Mar 5, 2024

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What to Know Ahead of Tuesday's Primaries

Framingham voters will be taking to the polls on Super Tuesday, March 5.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Mar 1, 2024

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School Committee Continues to Mull Bus Shortage Question

An alternative in-house model was proposed during Wednesday’s meeting.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Feb 29, 2024

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Traffic Commission Addresses Temple Street Speeding, Safety Concerns

Members evaluated traffic data on the road during their meeting on Tuesday.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Feb 28, 2024

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Community Preservation Committee Preps to Make Project Recommendations

The group met on Monday to review local projects eligible for state grants.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Feb 27, 2024

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City Council Optimistic for Mary Dennison Project

Framingham Parks and Recreation Director Jim Snyder gave an update on February 20.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Feb 22, 2024

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City Clerk Outlines What to Know for Primary Election

The deadlines and details Framingham voters need leading up to Super Tuesday.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Feb 21, 2024

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Framingham Democratic Committee Headlines Local Primary Ballot

Voters will choose from two groups of candidates to form the 35-member FDC.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Feb 20, 2024

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Charter Committee Votes on Article IV Recommendations

The article relates to the School Committee and other elected roles in Framingham.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Feb 16, 2024

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State, Local Officials Celebrate Mass211 Day in Framingham

The hotline service was commemorated for fielding calls from thousands of residents.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Feb 13, 2024

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School Committee Joins Safety Conversation for Students, Staff

Committee members were brought into the ongoing discourse regarding school safety on Wednesday.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Feb 12, 2024

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Future Bus Operation Options Outlined to School Committee

The Framingham School Committee has been presented with a number of possibilities.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Feb 8, 2024

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City Council Hears Concerns on School Safety

Behavior at Framingham High School—as well as other local schools—was a major topic on Tuesday.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Feb 7, 2024

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City Officials Seek Applicants for Multiple Committees

Framingham officials are seeking applicants for a wide range of local groups.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Feb 6, 2024

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City Council Receives Update on Saxonville DPW Project

The project on Framingham's north side aims to address sewers, intersections, and more.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Jan 31, 2024

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Sisitsky’s State of the City Address Outlines Local Developments, Goals

Framingham Mayor Charlie Sisitsky gave his annual address on Monday at the Memorial Building.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Jan 30, 2024

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Charter Review Committee Hears Strategic Planning Proposals

The city's Strategic Initiatives and Financial Oversight Committee made the recommendations.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Jan 29, 2024

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MassBay Community College to Unveil New Framingham Facility

The ribbon cutting for the Franklin Ave building will be Tuesday, January 30.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Jan 24, 2024

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City Clerk Advises Residents of Early Primary Voting, Annual Census

City Clerk Lisa Ferguson is reminding residents about a pair of municipal measures.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Jan 23, 2024

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Framingham School Committee Approves Assistant Superintendent Recommendation

Dr. Anthony Pope was hired as the school district’s Assistant Superintendent for Equity, Belonging, and Community Engagement.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Jan 22, 2024

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School Committee Preps for Decision on Future School Bus Operations

The Framingham School Committee will be presented with official options on February 7.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Jan 18, 2024

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Tenet, MetroWest Medical Center Heads Attend Public Hearing

CEOs of Tenet Healthcare and MetroWest Medical Center were present for Tuesday's City Council meeting.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Jan 17, 2024

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Framingham Charter Review Committee Recommends to Keep City Council As Is

By a 5-4 vote, the committee recommended to keep the City Council size and structure in tact.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Jan 16, 2024

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Jennifer Pratt Named as Framingham’s Interim CFO

Pratt has been Framingham's Assistant CFO since 2006.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Jan 15, 2024

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Nurses at Framingham Union Hospital Vote in Favor of Unionization

Local nurses have voted in favor of joining the Massachusetts Nurses Association.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Jan 11, 2024

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City Officials Solicit Public Feedback on Proposed Parking, Traffic Regulations

The Framingham Traffic Commission held a public meeting related to proposed changes.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Jan 10, 2024

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MetroWest Medical Center, Tenet Heads to Attend Jan. 16 City Council Meeting

Leaders of the healthcare center will be in attendance at the Memorial Building.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Jan 9, 2024

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MWRTA Testing Fare-Free Rides Through State-Funded Program

The program will offer free rides on certain routes through March.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Jan 5, 2024

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New Look City Council Holds First Meeting of 2024

The latest group was sworn in prior to holding their first meeting of 2024.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Jan 3, 2024

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Framingham Union Hospital Nurses to Hold Unionization Vote Jan. 10

Nurses will vote on having the Massachusetts Nurses Association represent them.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Jan 2, 2024

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Children, Teens, and Young Adults in an Epidemic of Loneliness

Experts say there are a number of demographics vulnerable to loneliness. A big and more obvious one, they say, is our elderly and senior populations--who may be less mobile, or live far away from busy family members and loved ones. There’s growing concern however, for our youth, and the level of loneliness and isolation they’re reeling from.

Mackenzie Wright

Dec 22, 2023

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City Council Calls On Tenet to Allow Union Hospital Vote, Appear in Framingham

The Framingham City Council unanimously approved motions on Tuesday.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Dec 21, 2023

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Police, City Officials Address Concerns on Warren Road Speeding

A public safety meeting regarding a number of issues in the Warren Oaks and Musterfield area, especially speeding.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Dec 21, 2023

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Charter Commission Explores Potential Changes to City Council, School Committee

The Framingham Charter Review Committee’s meeting featured discussions on the potential changes.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Dec 20, 2023

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Framingham Approved to Join State’s School Building Authority

Framingham will partake in the Massachusetts School Building Authority, bringing the city one step closer towards funding a south side school building project.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Dec 18, 2023

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Louise Miller, Framingham CFO, Resigns

Framingham’s Chief Financial Officer and Director of Administration and Finance Louise Miller has resigned from the position, effective December 31.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Dec 15, 2023

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Healey Introduces State’s Economic Development Plan

Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey has signed off on her administration’s Economic Development Plan.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Dec 13, 2023

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Additional Financial Documents Provided to City Council

The City Council was presented with additional financial documents as talks regarding transparency continued.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Dec 11, 2023

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Framingham Sustainability Committee Presents Annual Report

The Framingham Sustainability Committee’s annual report was presented to the City Council.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Dec 8, 2023

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City Council Approves New Tax Rates for Businesses, Residents

Framingham City Councilors voted in favor of shifting tax rates for the upcoming fiscal year.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Dec 6, 2023

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Homeowners Reminded of Home Heating Tips for Winter

Local residents are being advised of tips to ensure they’re heating their homes efficiently.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Dec 5, 2023

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City Councilors, CFO Continue to Discuss Financial Reporting

Discussions regarding financial transparency continued between the City Council’s Finance Subcommittee and CFO.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Nov 30, 2023

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State, Federal Officials: Over 1,000 Migrants Attend Work Authorization Clinic

Over 1,000 migrants who have come to Massachusetts in the past few months have been assisted in receiving work authorizations.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Nov 28, 2023

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Framingham School Committee Looks at Possible In-House Busing Plan

The group has begun to investigate what it would cost to bring transportation operations under the city’s watch.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Nov 22, 2023

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Framingham Hospital Nurses Still Calling for Union Vote

Nurses at Framingham Union Hospital are still calling for an election to potentially unionize.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Nov 20, 2023

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Residents Call for MetroWest Wellness Center Therapy Pools to Reopen

A group of local residents are coming together and calling for the reopening of the therapy pools at the MetroWest Wellness Center along Route 9.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Nov 16, 2023

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Healey Files for Increased Veteran Benefits

Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey recently unveiled legislation aimed at boosting resources and benefits for veterans.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Nov 15, 2023

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State Senate Bill Aims to Lower Prescription Drug Costs

The Senate has unveiled another version of a bill aiming to lower the cost of prescriptions drugs across the state.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Nov 15, 2023

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City Councilors Look to Ensure More Financial Transparency

Multiple Framingham City Councilors voiced their intentions to ensure more financial transparency in municipal manners.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Nov 14, 2023

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Framingham Library Opens Technology Learning and Homework Centers

A ribbon cutting ceremony was held on to commemorate the opening of the Framingham Public Library’s renovated technology learning and homework centers.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Nov 10, 2023

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State to Offer Grants for Short-Term Emergency Shelter Sites

Massachusetts officials are launching a grant program for local organizations that set up short-term emergency shelter sites amid the continued influx of migrants into the state.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Nov 9, 2023

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Unofficial Election Results: White Harvey Beats Stefanini, Ward Wins D2 Seat

Unofficial results from Tuesday’s election in Framingham are now in.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Nov 8, 2023

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City Clerk’s Office Preps for Election Day

Election Day in Framingham is near, as the City Clerk’s office is continuing their preparations.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Nov 4, 2023

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New York Real Estate Firm Announces Purchase of Shoppers World

One of the staples of the Framingham retail landscape has a new owner, as Urban Edge Properties announced it has acquired the shopping plaza.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Nov 3, 2023

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Sisitsky, City Councilors Attend Community Forum on Nobscot Rezoning

Mayor Charlie Sisitsky and multiple City Councilors attended a community forum regarding the potential rezoning of the Nobscot area on October 21.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Nov 1, 2023

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Healey Announces Work Authorization Clinic for Migrants

A work authorization clinic for migrants within the state’s emergency shelter system during the week of November 13 has been announced by Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Oct 31, 2023

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City Officials: Most Displaced by Saturday’s Fire Have Returned to Apartments

Framingham officials have advised that most of the individuals displaced by Saturday night’s apartment complex fire along Worcester Road have returned to their units

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Oct 30, 2023

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Ahead of Halloween, AAA Outlines Safety Tips

Halloween is approaching, and AAA is promoting ways trick-or-treaters and all other residents can stay safe.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Oct 26, 2023

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Amid School Bus Driver Issues, Framingham Set to Launch Carpool Service

With bus driver shortages, Framingham Public Schools is set to launch a carpooling service on November 1.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Oct 25, 2023

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Sisitsky Creates Composting Task Force for City

An executive order has been signed by Framingham Mayor Charlie Sisitsky to create a task force to investigate food composting.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Oct 24, 2023

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MWRTA Announces Planned Service Expansions, Employee Pay Bumps

The MWRTA's Advisory Board has approved plans to expand public transportation services and to increase employee wages.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Oct 24, 2023

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City Council Candidates Tackle Climate Topics

Candidates for the Framingham City Council gave their thoughts on climate-related topics during a community forum.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Oct 24, 2023

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Sisitsky: School Bus Drivers Could Become City Employees

Mayor Charlie Sisitsky said that there is a possibility that school bus drivers could become city employees in the future.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Oct 20, 2023

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Nobscot Rezoning to be Subject of Public Event on Saturday

The group Future of Nobscot will be holding a public event on Saturday, October 21 on the potential rezoning of the village.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Oct 19, 2023

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City Council Candidates to Partake in Climate Forum on Saturday

The forum will be held on October 21 at 6:30 p.m. at First Parish along Vernon Street.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Oct 19, 2023

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Framingham Opioid Task Force Continues to Assess How to Use Grant Funding

The group is continuing to determine how funding will be utilized to boost services.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Oct 18, 2023

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Healey: Massachusetts Emergency Shelters Nearing Capacity

Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey announced Monday that the state’s emergency shelter system is nearing capacity.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Oct 17, 2023

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New Law Features More Tax Breaks for Mass. Seniors

Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey recently announced that the senior population across the state could qualify for greater tax breaks.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Oct 14, 2023

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The Frame: October 12, 2023

Jason Daniels

Oct 12, 2023

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Temple Beth Am to Host Service for Solidarity with Israel

A special Shabbat service will be held on Friday, October 13 at Temple Beth Am to show solidarity with those in Israel.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Oct 13, 2023

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FSU Professor Breaks Down Reasons, Solutions to Low Local Voter Turnout

Election Day in Framingham is right around the corner, though it’s coming in the wake of remarkably low turnouts for the preliminary vote in the District 9 City Council race.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Oct 13, 2023

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City Officials Provide Updates on Union Ave Work, Salem End Road Safety Concerns

Framingham officials have offered a pair of updates regarding the ongoing road work along Union Avenue as well as safety concerns related to Salem Road.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Oct 12, 2023

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Framingham Water Department to Begin Water Flushing

The city will begin water flushing in residential, business, and commercial areas on October 10th. The process is expected to last 6 weeks.

Mackenzie Wright

Oct 6, 2023

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NEWS RESURGENCE IN FRAMINGHAM

Access Framingham TV (AFTV) is introducing a new local news program called The Frame to provide local news to the Framingham community. The first episode of The Frame aired on 9/28/23 on AFTV.

Oct 3, 2023

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Update on Accessory Dwelling Units

City Council approves Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) in Framingham.

Mackenzie Wright

Oct 6, 2023

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Mass. Investing in Overdose Prevention Hotline

$350,000 in state funding will be used to establish the Massachusetts Overdose Prevention Helpline

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Sep 28, 2023

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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.

Brendan Fitzpatrick

Sep 27, 2023