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that effective at 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, May 29, 2021 “local orders” related to COVID-19 State of Emergency are rescinded.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, 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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FRAMINGHAM, MA — The MBTA is reminding customers that face coverings are required while onboard vehicles, in stations and facilities, on platforms and bus stops, and anywhere within the MBTA system for all riders, including those who have been fully vaccinated.
On May 13, 2021, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) updated guidance regarding face coverings for fully vaccinated individuals, noting that, “fully vaccinated people can resume activities without wearing a mask.”
(more…)FRAMINGHAM, MA — A series of interrelated litigation matters over the past several months has come to an end with the First Circuit Court of Appeals affirming summary judgment in favor of the City of Framingham and former Police Chief Kenneth Ferguson, who retired in 2018. In two separate lawsuits by a former and current member of the Framingham Police Department, both officers’ claims were dismissed in their entirety. Stuart v. Framingham, 989 F. 3d 29 (1st Cir. 2021), and Gutwill v. Framingham, 2021 U.S. App. LEXIS 11020 (1st Cir. Apr. 24, 2021).
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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 9th – May 15th, 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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FRAMINGHAM, MA – Today the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) extended the deadline to update your Massachusetts (or other state) ID or Drivers License to a “Real ID” to May 3rd, 2023.
Prior to today’s extension, Real ID was to be required to fly within the United States or enter federal buildings after October 1st, 2021.
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FRAMINGHAM, MA – The Water Department will begin conducting its Spring 2021 Water Main Flushing Program on Monday, May 3, through Friday, June 18, 2021.
Water Main flushing will occur from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., in residential areas and 10:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m., in business areas. The purpose of the program is to improve drinking water quality for residents and businesses in Framingham.
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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 April 25th – May 1st, 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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FRAMINGHAM, MA — On Saturday, April 24, 2021 from 10:00am – 2:00pm, the Framingham Police Department, in concert with the Medical Reserve Corps, will allow the public to prevent pill abuse and theft by ridding their homes of potentially dangerous expired, unused, and unwanted prescription drugs.
Bring your pills, patches, liquids, or ointments for disposal to the Framingham Police Department at 1 William Welch Way, Framingham, MA, (off Union Ave, in Downtown Framingham).
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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 April 18th – 24th, 2021. Please note: Construction schedules are weather permitting and subject to change.
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