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Cyanobacteria Bloom Closes Waushakum Pond

May 31st, 2023

Notice - Cyanobacteria Bloom closes Waushakum Pond, Framingham MA May 30, 2023

FRAMINGHAM, MA – The Memorial Day weekend and recent hot temperatures brought swimmers to the shores of local beaches, unfortunately for those wanting to swim in Framingham’s Waushakum Pond the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (MA DPH) has issued a PUBLIC HEALTH ADVISORY for the body of water. On May 30th, 2023, the Framingham Park & Recreation… [read more].


Mosquito Control Spraying in Framingham April 24th-28th, 2023

April 21st, 2023

East Middlesex Mosquito Control Project

FRAMINGHAM, MA — The East Middlesex Mosquito Control Project will be conducting an application of the biological larvicide, Bti (Bacillus thuringiensis var. israelensis), to control mosquito larvae in large wetlands. Wetlands currently being evaluated for this application in Framingham are located by Angelica Dr., Callahan State Park, Fairbanks Rd., Palmer Rd. and Walnut St. The application, typically… [read more].


Framingham Food Pantry Restarts In-Person Evening Meals

February 28th, 2023

Pearl Street Cupboard & Cafe logo

FRAMINGHAM, MA — United Way of Tri-County announced that in-person evening meals at the Pearl Street Cupboard & Cafe in Framingham will be served starting Wednesday, March 1, 2023. In-person was halted at the very beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. Hot evening meals will be served inside the warm, comfortable Cafe located in the “Nutting Building” at… [read more].


UPDATED: Missing Person: Framingham Police Attempt to Locate Madeline A. DeShazo

January 16th, 2023

Framingham Missing Person: Madeline DeShazo, 1/16/2023

FRAMINGHAM, MA — On January 17th the Framingham Police reported that “Madeline has been located in the Boston area and is with family.” and thanked those who helped locate her for their assistance. On Monday, January 16, 2023 the Framingham Police Department issued a “Missing Person / Attempt to Locate” notice in an attempt to locate Madeline… [read more].


Framingham Police Department Law Enforcement Entry Exam Announced

September 8th, 2022

2022 Framingham Police Exam noice

FRAMINGHAM, MA — The Framingham Police Department has announced that a Law Enforcement Entry Exam will be held on Saturday, October 1, 2022 at Keefe Regional Technical School, 750 Winter Street, Framingham, MA…. [read more].


Framingham Electronics Recycling / Clothing Donation Day, Wednesday, June 15th 2022

June 1st, 2022

Framingham Electronics Recycle June 15, 2022

FRAMINGHAM, MA — The Framingham Department of Public Works (DPW) will host and Electronics Recycling and Clothing Donation Day on Wednesday, June 15, 2022 at the Recycling Drop-Off Center, 255 Mount Wayte Ave., Framingham, MA, (from 12:00 noon until 8:00pm)…. [read more].


Framingham Public Works Construction & Traffic Alerts (April 24th- 30th, 2022)

April 25th, 2022

Framingham Roadwork, Traffic Detours (icon)

FRAMINGHAM, MA – Motorists are advised that there may be detours or slow moving traffic due to construction work being performed during daytime hours on the following roads in Framingham during the week of April 24th through the 30th, 2022. Please note: construction schedules are weather permitting and subject to change. The following roads and areas where… [read more].


Framingham Public Works Construction & Traffic Alerts (Week of April 10-16, 2022)

April 8th, 2022

Framingham Traffic Alerts, Detours, Delays, sign: Be Prepared to Stop

FRAMINGHAM, MA – Motorists are advised that there may be detours or slow moving traffic due to construction work being performed during daytime hours on the following roads in Framingham during the week of April 10th through the 16th, 2022. Please note: construction schedules are weather permitting and subject to change. The following roads and areas where… [read more].


Framingham Traffic Alerts: Week of Nov. 21st - 27th, 2021

November 21st, 2021

Framingham Roadwork, Traffic Detours (icon)

FRAMINGHAM, MA – Motorists are advised that there may be detours or slow moving traffic due to construction work being performed during daytime hours on the following roads in Framingham during the week of November 21st through the 27th, 2021. Please note: construction schedules are weather permitting and subject to change. Arlington Street Water, Sewer, and Roadway… [read more].


2021 Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards Winners Announced

November 20th, 2021

Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards Logo

FRAMINGHAM, MA – While this article is not directly about Framingham, it is a great story about an international annual photo competition called the Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards, (CWPA), founded by Paul Joynson-Hick, a wildlife photographer who’s lived in East Africa for the past 30 years — a story about something that benefits every living thing on… [read more].