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  • Framingham Traffic Alerts: June 27th-July 3rd, 2021

    Framingham Traffic Alerts: June 27th-July 3rd, 2021

    Framingham Traffic / Detour Signs
    Be prepared to stop, (and wait), as construction continues on many roads in Framingham.

    FRAMINGHAM, MA — Motorists are advised that there may be construction work being performed during daytime hours on the following roads in Framingham during the week of June 27th – July 3rd, 2021. Please note: construction schedules are weather permitting and subject to change.

    Blackberry Lane (Sewer Pump Station) – Work continues. Expect moderate delays. A detour will be in effect during construction.

    Edgell Road (Gas Main Replacement) – Eversource gas will continue replacing gas main on Edgell Road between the Nobscot intersection and Donovan Drive. Expect moderate delays. Lane shifts and/or a one-way alternating traffic pattern will be in effect.

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  • Framingham Water Department Receives MassDEP Public Water System Award

    Framingham Water Department Receives MassDEP Public Water System Award

    Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection

    FRAMINGHAM, MA — Framingham’s Water Department has received a Public Water System Award from the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) for outstanding performance and achievements in the Large Consecutive Community Systems Category for the calendar year 2020.

    According to MassDEP, the criteria used to select eligible public water systems for this award include excellent water service to the public, no violations or non-compliance issues, and efforts that support public water supply services, such as source water protection, water quality, and conservation.

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  • U.S. Mint Issues Christa McAuliffe Commemorative Silver Dollar

    U.S. Mint Issues Christa McAuliffe Commemorative Silver Dollar

    FRAMINGHAM, MA and PHILADELPHIA, PA – The United States Mint has begun taking orders for a 2021 Silver Dollar to commemorate Christa McAuliffe, who grew up in the and went on the become the First Teacher in Space and was tragically killed in the 1986 NASA Challenger Space Shuttle explosion.

    Christa McAuliffe, who was born Sharon Christa Corrigan, but known as “Christa” since childhood, grew up off Water Street and graduated from Framingham’s Marian High School in 1966. She went on to earn her bachelors degree at Framingham State College, studying American History and Education, then earned her Masters Degree in Education from Bowie State College.

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  • Framingham Traffic Advisory: June 6-12, 2021

    Framingham Traffic Advisory: June 6-12, 2021

    Framingham Traffic Alerts, Detours, Delays, sign: Be Prepared to Stop
    Plan ahead for delays and be prepared to stop as many Framingham projects are underway.

    FRAMINGHAM, MA – Motorists are advised that there may be construction work being performed during daytime hours on the following roads in Framingham during the week of June 6th – 12th, 2021, (please note, construction schedules are weather permitting and subject to change).

    Edgell Road Gas Main Replacement – Eversource gas will continue replacing gas main on Edgell Road between the Nobscot intersection and Donovan Drive. Expect moderate delays. Lane shifts and/or a one-way alternating traffic pattern will be in effect.

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  • Saxonville Floodgates Mural Project

    Saxonville Floodgates Mural Project

    FRAMINGHAM, MA – A collaboration with Friends of Saxonville and the Framingham Cultural Council, will fund the creation of two murals on the Sudbury River Floodgates between 1545 and 1555 Concord Street in Framingham.

    The theme for these murals is an artistic interpretation of the Sudbury River’s importance to Saxonville’s founding and emergence as an industrial mill hub for Framingham.

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  • Framingham Police Exam Info Released

    Framingham Police Exam Info Released

    Do you want to be part of a profession and organization where you can make a positive change in your community?

    FRAMINGHAM, MA – The Framingham Police Department has announced that an entry level Police Officer Test (written exam) will be held Saturday, August 14, 2021.

    The Framingham Police Department has established Minimum Qualifications stating that a police officer candidate must:

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  • Electronics Recycling Day: Wed, June 16

    Electronics Recycling Day: Wed, June 16


    FRAMINGHAM, MA — Framingham’s Department of Public Works will host Electronics Recycling Day, Wednesday, June 16, at the Recycling Drop-Off Center, 255 Mount Wayte Avenue, 12-8 p.m.

    Residents can bring any type of electronic device to dispose of as long as it has a power cord or power button.

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  • Framingham Road Work Traffic Alerts for May 30 – June 5, 2021

    Framingham Road Work Traffic Alerts for May 30 – June 5, 2021

    Framingham Traffic Alerts, Detours, Delays, sign: Be Prepared to Stop
    Plan ahead for delays, Framingham roadway projects are under way.

    FRAMINGHAM, MA – Motorists are advised that there may be construction work being performed during daytime hours on the following roads in Framingham during the week of May 30th – June 5th, 2021. Please note: Construction schedules are weather permitting and subject to change.

    Edgell Road Gas Main Replacement – Eversource gas continues replacing gas main on Edgell Road between the Nobscot intersection and Donovan Drive. Expect moderate delays. Lane shifts and/or a one-way alternating traffic pattern will be in effect.

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  • Framingham Local Emergency Orders End Saturday May 29, 2021

    Framingham Local Emergency Orders End Saturday May 29, 2021

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    FRAMINGHAM, MA — Signaling the start of a return to pre-pandemic normal, yesterday local Framingham officials announced that effective at 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, May 29, 2021 “local orders” related to COVID-19 State of Emergency are rescinded.

    Framingham’s local COVID-19 orders are being made consistent with orders issued by MA Governor Charlie Baker, MA Dept. of Public Health and other state agencies.

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  • Framingham Police Seek Info on Apparent Homicide of Jasmyn Beatty

    Framingham Police Seek Info on Apparent Homicide of Jasmyn Beatty

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    FRAMINGHAM, MA — Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan and Framingham Police Chief Lester Baker have confirmed the identity of the victim of an apparent homicide in Framingham as Jasmyn Beatty, 28 a resident of Halstead Apartments in Framingham. The investigation into her death remains active and ongoing at this time.

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