Category: General Interest

  • Framingham Traffic Alerts Week of August 8-14, 2021

    Framingham Traffic Alerts Week of August 8-14, 2021

    Framingham Traffic / Detour Signs
    Be prepared to stop, or find alternate routes as Public Works projects continues on many roads in Framingham, MA.

    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 July 18th-24th, 2021. Please note: construction schedules are weather permitting and subject to change. 

    Arlington Street Water and Sewer Improvements Design Work – contractor will conduct soil explorations on Alexander, Summit, and Eames Street. Expect minor delays at times.

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  • Get Involved in Framingham Government!

    Get Involved in Framingham Government!

    City of Framingham seal
    Get involved!

    FRAMINGHAM, MA — Opportunities are available for Framingham residents to get involved with municipal government. Seats are available on several Boards, Commissions, and Committees. Help set the direction Framingham takes on determining needed changes to bylaws, ordinances and other legislation to meet municial goals and objectives

    By serving, residents provide community insight to the executive and legislative branches of Framingham’s government. When you serve, you learn how government works, in real time.

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  • Mosquito Spraying in Framingham Thursday, July 22

    Mosquito Spraying in Framingham Thursday, July 22

    East Middlesex Mosquito Control Project
    East Middlesex Mosquito Control Project in Framingham.

    FRAMINGHAM, MA — The East Middlesex Mosquito Control Project is planning to use a truck-mounted aerosol sprayer to apply “reduced-risk pesticide” to control mosquito populations in the City Thursday, July 22, 2021. All spraying will be done between dusk and 11:30 p.m.

    The spraying is scheduled for neighborhoods of Framingham that are located in the vicinity of Savoy Road, Angela Road, Doris Road, August Drive, Sylvester Drive and Mayflower Road.

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  • Framingham Traffic Alerts: Week of July 4th-10th, 2021

    Framingham Traffic Alerts: Week of July 4th-10th, 2021

    Framingham Traffic / Detour Signs
    Be prepared to stop or take a detour 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 July 4th-10th, 2021. Please note: construction schedules are weather permitting and subject to change.

    Blackberry Lane Sewer Pump Station – Pump station work continues. Blackberry Lane at Millwood Street will be closed to through traffic during work hours and a detour will be in effect. Please seek an alternate route.

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  • Framingham Traffic Alerts: June 20-26, 2021

    Framingham Traffic Alerts: June 20-26, 2021

    Framingham Traffic / Detour Signs
    Drivers are alerted to be prepared for delays or seek alternate routes 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 20th – June 26th, 2021. Please note: construction schedules are weather permitting and subject to change.

    Blackberry Lane Sewer Pump Station – Utility work continues. Expect moderate delays. A detour or alternating traffic pattern will be in effect during construction.

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  • “Mass VaxMillions” Vaccine Lottery Program Launched

    “Mass VaxMillions” Vaccine Lottery Program Launched

    Get vaccinated and enter to win one of five $1 MILLION DOLLAR CASH PRIZE or one of five $300k Scholarships!

    MASSACHUSETTS — Today, June 15, 2021, the Mass Lottery announced the Massachusetts VaxMillions Giveaway — with MILLIONS of DOLLARS and EDUCATION SCOLARSHIPS for fully vaccinated, lawful, permanent residents of Massachusetts who get vaccinated against COVID-19 in Massachusetts.

    Eligible residents will be able to enter the drawing beginning July 1st, 2021. Those 18 and older could win one of (5) $1 Million Cash Prizes, those between 12-17 years of age could win one of (5) $300,000 Scholarship Grants!

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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 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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