Business

Summer Jobs Program for Framingham-area Youth

April 26th, 2010

FRAMINGHAM, MA – Future Skills Institute (FSI), a young adult career and jobs center in Framingham, has been awarded funding through the state’s YouthWorks program to provide job-readiness training and subsidized internships to youth aged 16-21. FSI is currently seeking low-income youth as well as Framingham-area employers to participate in the program. Private businesses, public agencies, and… [read more].

New President of MWCC on Audrey Hall Show

March 22nd, 2010

Framingham, MA – Introducing Bonnie Biocchi, President and CEO, Metrowest Chamber of Commerce. Tune into the Audrey Hall Show on FPAC-TV Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday this week for an interview with… [read more].

Proposed Amendment to Sign Bylaws

March 15th, 2010

FRAMINGHAM, MA — The Board of Selectmen will be conducting a public meeting on March 23, 2010 to hear comments on recommendations submitted by Town staff to amend the appeal and waiver process regarding signs…. [read more].

MetroWest Forum on Economic Reform

February 25th, 2010

FRAMINGHAM, MA — You Are Invited to a MetroWest Forum on Economic Reform and Senate Bill 2270. On February 8, 2010, Senator Karen Spilka (D-Ashland), the Senate Chair of the Joint Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies, and Senate President Therese Murray filed Senate Bill 2270, An Act to Promote Economic Development Throughout the Commonwealth. This… [read more].

Now, That's Italian

February 3rd, 2010

While walking through the Natick Mall tonight, friends and I almost passed the pushcart kiosk featuring Vino Cotto. The words “Vino Cotto” somehow caught my eye. I stopped and turned to see our good neighbor Deena Montillo. Ah-ha! I knew she and her husband Greg had been building a business making Vino Cotto from a genuine old… [read more].

Special Addition of Round Table Discussion

January 30th, 2010

FRAMINGHAM, MA- Join Round Table Host Dave Hutchinson and Guests as the program honors Ted Welte the CEO and President of the Metro-West Chamber of Commerce in his retirement. Guests of this special program will include Sen. Karen Spilka, Chairman of the Board of Selectmen, Ginger Esty, former Sen. David Magnani, former Rep. John Stasik and Executive… [read more].

French Biotech Company CYTOO Opens U.S. Subsidiary in Framingham, Massachusetts

December 21st, 2009

Massachusetts Lieutenant Governor Timothy Murray and other state officials participated in ribbon-cutting ceremony FRAMINGHAM, MA (Dec. 11) – CYTOO Cell Architects, a French biotechnology company focused on applications in cell based assays, high content analysis and cell screening for life sciences research, announced today that it is expanding its operations to serve researchers in the United States… [read more].

Yes, Virginia, there really is a dollar store at the mall

December 14th, 2009

During one of our weekly mall walks a month or so ago, we were surprised to see a “dollar” store in the Natick Collection.  After touting the high end stores in the new section and working to attract their clientele, having a dollar store in the mall just seems a bit inconsistant with the higher end ambience… [read more].

Small Business Listening Tour

November 11th, 2009

FRAMINGHAM, MA – The Joint Committee on Community Development and Small Business will be visiting Framingham on Thursday November 19, 2009 as part of a series of listening tours the Committee has been hosting throughout different areas of the state. These tours serve as a chance for the committee to hear, engage and better understand the challenges… [read more].

Divine Kitchens Offers Showroom to Non-Profit Organizations

September 30th, 2009

FRAMINGHAM, MA — Is your non-profit organization looking for a new venue to hold a fundraiser or meeting? Divine Kitchens on Lyman Street in Westborough, just off Route 9, offers its luxury kitchen showroom to area groups free of charge for just that purpose! Host a local chef for a cooking demonstration to attract your membership. Hold… [read more].