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  • FSU Softball Sweeps Becker in Doubleheader

    Framingham State University RAMS
    Framingham State University RAMS

    Framingham, MA – The Framingham State University softball team swept a doubleheader with Becker College this afternoon by scores of 10-2 in six innings and 14-4 in five innings in non-conference action at Farley Field.

    With the wins, the Rams improve to 15-17 on the year, while the Hawks fall to 12-18 with the two losses.

    The Rams grabbed the early lead with a run in the bottom of the first of the opener. Junior Shelby Phillips (Taunton, Mass.) blooped a two out single to center and moved to second on a pass ball. Freshman Danielle Belliveau (Lakeville, Mass.) followed with a base hit to right driving in Phillips for the 1-0 advantage.

    Becker tied the game in the top of the fourth as they (more…)

    FSU Softball Sweeps Becker in Doubleheader

  • Mosquito Control by Helicopter in Framingham

    East Middlesex Mosquito Control Project
    East Middlesex Mosquito Control Project conducting helicopter application of biological larvicide in Framingham April 22-29, 2014.

    Framingham, MA – The East Middlesex Mosquito Control Project will be conducting a helicopter application of the biological larvicide, Bti, to control mosquito larvae over wetland areas located in Framingham.

    Wetlands currently being evaluated for this application are located by Angelica Dr., Callahan State Park, Fairbanks Rd. and Palmer Rd. The application will take place between April 22nd and April 29th, 2014.
    The Bti will be applied in a granular formulation by a helicopter flying low directly over the wetlands.
    Residents do not need to take any special precautions for this application.
    The material to be applied Bti,  (Bacillus thuringiensis var. israelensis), is a natural bacterium found in soil.
    The EPA classifies Bti as a relatively non-toxic pesticide. Bti is considered a target selective and environmentally compatible pesticide that affects mosquito larvae and a few closely related aquatic insects in the fly family.
    Once applied Bti stays suspended in water for 24 to 48 hours and then rapidly biodegrades as it settles to the bottom. The Bti product name is VectoBac G, (EPA Reg. #73049-10).
    For further information, contact the East Middlesex Mosquito Control Project at (781) 899-5730.
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    Mosquito Control by Helicopter in Framingham

  • Senate, House Approve Bill to Fund Transportation Infrastructure Projects

    Framingham, MA – The Senate and House have agreed to a final transportation bond bill authorizing $12.7 billion in capital spending over the next five years for improvements to the Commonwealth’s transportation system, Senator Karen Spilka (D-Ashland) announced. The Senate and House each passed different versions of the spending bill in March and accepted the compromise report released by a conference committee this week. The bill will receive a final formal vote in both branches before heading to the Governor’s desk to be signed.

    “Reliable, well-maintained transportation infrastructure is key for quality of life and economic development across the Commonwealth,” said Senator Spilka. “This bill supports many important transportation projects in MetroWest and state-wide to address accessibility, safety and traffic issues. This is a significant step in our continuing efforts to improve our roads, bridges and public transportation.”

    The bill includes funding for repairs, improvements and construction of highways, roads, bridges and parks across the state, as well as rail and bus projects. The bill also includes a $300 million spending authorization in Fiscal Year 2015 for the Chapter 90 program to fund local road repairs.

    Senator Spilka has been working for many years to increase state support for a number of local transportation infrastructure projects that are funded in the bill, including:

    •  $7,000,000 for projects to mitigate impacts at the at-grade rail crossings in Ashland and Framingham
    • $2,000,000 for the planning, design and reconstruction of the Route 126/Pond Street corridor in Ashland
    • $5,000,000 for a parking garage in downtown Natick
    • $1,000,000 for improvements to Route 109 in Medway

    Senator Spilka is also pleased that projects addressing infrastructure needs throughout MetroWest are funded in this bill, including:

    • $3,000,000 for the Cochituate Rail Trail in Natick
    • $750,000 for the Upper Charles Rail Trail in Holliston
    • $750,000 for planning, design and infrastructure of Route 135, Route 85 and West Main Street in Hopkinton
    • $4,100,000 for improvements to the Route 27 and Route 9 intersection in Natick
    • $2,358,000 for the new Marion Street Bridge in Natick
    • $300,000 for safety study and improvements at the intersection of Route 140 and Panther Way in Franklin

    Senator Spilka’s initiative to fund in-state repair facilities for the state’s fleet of mass transit vehicles is also included in the bill. This proposal will support the construction of maintenance, manufacturing and assembly facilities within Massachusetts, in order to encourage the creation of new in-state jobs and cut down costs associated with shipping vehicles to out-of-state repair facilities.

    The Senate anticipates a final vote on the bill Thursday before sending it to the Governor for his signature.

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