General Interest

Fake Brazilian Medical Office / Pharmacy in Framingham Apartment Busted by Feds

March 11th, 2025

FRAMINGHAM, MA – Four undocumented Brazilian nationals currently residing in Framingham have been arrested for their alleged roles in a conspiracy to import pharmaceutical-grade controlled substances and other misbranded drugs from Brazil and distribute them throughout the greater Framingham area. Douglas Reis de Souza, 40; Dekny Marcos de Carvaleho Reis, 33; Dekmara de Carvalho Reis, 34; and… [read more].

Framingham Under Red Flag Fire Warning Wednesday November 6th, 2024

November 6th, 2024

FRAMINGHAM, MA — The National Weather Service has issued a “Red Flag” Fire Warning for the greater Framingham / Metrowest area as well as most other parts of Massachusetts for Wednesday November 6th, 2024, especially between the hours of 8:00 AM through 6:00 PM. With temperatures forecast to be in the high 70’s, combined with low humidity,… [read more].

FDA Recalls Many Brands of Ice Cream For Possible Listeria

June 26th, 2024

FRAMINGHAM, MA — Local shoppers (and retailers) should note that the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) released a list of dozens of popular ice cream products recalled for possible Listeria health risks. Ice cream varieties, novelties, sizes and flavors manufactured by Totally Cool, Inc. include more than 50 different products sold under dozens of brand names… [read more].

Framingham Police Investigate Death in Saxonville Aqueduct

September 7th, 2023

FRAMINGHAM, MA — On Wednesday September 6, 2023, residents in Saxonville began to notice Framingham Police and other official vehicles had opened the gates and driven into a section of the aqueduct which runs between Nicholas Road and Elm Street, behind Pinewood Drive…. [read more].

Framingham Hires 4 Veterans as Firefighters

August 31st, 2023

FRAMINGHAM, MA — The City of Framingham has hired four Veterans as new firefighters. Hired were: The four men were administered the oath of office by City Clerk Lisa Ferguson in a small ceremony at Nevins Hall in the Memorial Building. Framingham Fire Chief Michael Dutcher said the four new firefighters will do training in-house for two… [read more].

Framingham Rotary Club Names Farmers Market Manager Citizen of the Year

July 19th, 2023

FRAMINGHAM, MA — The Rotary Club of Framingham named the Manager of the Framingham Farmer’s Market Bill Sell its Citizen of the Year. The Citizen of the Year award was presented Sell at an event at the end of June. Sell has been the manager of the Farmers Market in 2022 and 2023. He was recognized for… [read more].

Framingham Mosquito Spraying July 20, 2023

July 14th, 2023

FRAMINGHAM, MA — The East Middlesex Mosquito Control Project is planning to use a truck mounted aerosol sprayer to control mosquito populations in Framingham on Thursday, July 20th, 2023. The spraying will take place in the South Framingham, including the Coburnville-Tripoli neighborhoods. Spraying route includes areas located south of Waverly Street near Fay Road, Bethany Road, Winthrop… [read more].

MA Gov. Proclaims "Hurricane Preparedness Week" July 9-15, 2023

July 11th, 2023

FRAMINGHAM, MA — Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey has declared July 9-15, 2023, to be “Hurricane Preparedness Week,” recognizing the importance of preparing for the impact of extreme weather. While the Atlantic hurricane season runs [officially] from June 1st through November 30th — the most active time for these storms in Massachusetts is August and September. According to… [read more].

Framingham Fire Department Receives $3,186 Fire Prevention Grant

July 6th, 2023

FRAMINGHAM, MA — The Framingham Fire Department has received a $3,186 fire prevention grant from FM Global, one of the world’s largest commercial property insurers. The award will be used to assist with fire investigations to help fire investigators more efficiently investigate and determine the cause of a fire…. [read more].

Framingham Medical Reserve Corps Seeking Volunteers

June 29th, 2023

FRAMINGHAM, MA — The Framingham Medical Reserve Corps unit needs new volunteers, especially nurses, and doctors. Created after Sept 11, 2001, the Medical Reserve Corps is a federally-recognized and state-supported “community-based group of volunteers who assist local public health departments to promote healthy living as well as to prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergency events.”… [read more].