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  • FPAC Board of Directors Elects Audrey Hall President, Adds New Members

    FPAC Board of Directors Elects Audrey Hall President, Adds New Members

    Framingham Public Access TV (FPAC-TV)
    Framingham Public Access Board of Directors elects Audrey Hall as President of Board, adds new members.

    FRAMINGHAM, MA – The Board of Directors of Framingham Public Access Corporation (FPAC) has elected Audrey Hall as President. She was a founding Director appointed by the Board of Selectmen in 2006. She is the Producer and Host of The Audrey Hall Show, a talk show that provides viewers with a deeper understanding of complex topics. The show airs on AFTV via Comcast, RCN and Verizon, and is available on YouTube.

    Audrey is an award winning Communications Consultant specializing in branding and the development of strategic messaging designed to deliver targeted outcomes.

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  • Super Seniors Expo at Office Depot May 5th

    FRAMINGHAM, MA – Office Depot is hosting a special Super Seniors Expo this Wednesday, May 5th, from 10 to 3 at its location in Shoppers World, Rt. 9W, Framingham.

    State Senator Karen Spilka and State Rep. Pam Richardson, the Callahan Senior Center, Soar 55 and other area organizations will be on hand.

    This will also be a great chance to learn about area businesses that offer products and services that 50+ seniors may find useful at home, work, or business. About 25 businesses will offer information about organizing, downsizing, assisted living options, errands, homecare services, mortgages, longterm care insurance, volunteering, and more.

    Free coffee and refreshments will be available, including a complimentary brunch by John Harvard’s Brew House.

    Free PC Checkups and certificates for $5 worth of free shredding services will be offered, as well as raffles, giveaways, and coupons.

    There will be vendors and store staff there to answer questions, and make recommendations on products and services to help you use your computers, printers, cameras, phones, and other items to get the most out of them.

    This event is free. Come and bring a friend. All welcome.

    For further information, call the Framingham Office Depot store at 508-620-5570.

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  • START Framingham to Release Economic Impact Study

    Framingham, MA – The START Framingham Partnership will release the results of their Economic Impact Study, prepared by Carlisle & Company, on Sunday, January 31, 2010, at an event to be held at the Danforth Museum of Art from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Press and public are invited to discover why the creative industries are economic engines, having a profound economic impact on their communities. (more…)

  • Sec. of State William F. Galvin to speak at Census Kick-Off

    Framingham, MA — On January 26, 2010, Secretary of State William Galvin, Rep. Pam Richardson, Selectman Chair Ginger Esty, Pastor Elias Monteiro, Rev Faith Tolson and other local leaders will Kick Off Framingham’s 2010 Census Complete Count Committee.

    Effort will emphasize Census is Easy, Safe and Important

    The event will take place at 6:00 p.m. in the (more…)

  • Small Business Listening Tour

    FRAMINGHAM, MA – The Joint Committee on Community Development and Small Business will be visiting Framingham on Thursday November 19, 2009 as part of a series of listening tours the Committee has been hosting throughout different areas of the state.

    These tours serve as a chance for the committee to hear, engage and better understand the challenges small businesses are currently facing.

    The Committee will be Hosting a Round Table Discussion from 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. on  Thursday, November 19, 2009 at Framingham Town Hall.

    Hosted by Co-Chairs Senator Michael Moore and Representative Linda Dorcena Forry

    These discussions are a great opportunity for local small businesses to voice their opinions and challenges as they relate to current legislation.

    Small business owners are urged to attend and participate

    For more information, please contact the Office of Rep. Pam Richardson at(617)722-2582 or reply to this email.

  • Forum on the War of Drugs

    FRAMINGHAM, MA – Why are we spending so much money — and still not succeeding? The Failure of the War on Drugs, a Forum & Discussion,sponsored by the New England Association of Drug Court Professionals will be held on Monday, November 16, 2009 from 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. at the Costin Room, Framingham Public Library, Lexington Street, Framingham.

    Speakers:

    • Rep. Pam Richardson (host)
    • Sheriff James V. DiPaola: Middlesex County Sheriff
    • Attorney David White: Chair, MA Bar Association’s Drug PolicyTask Force
    • Judge Robert Ziemian: founder of Massachusett’s first drug court

    Moderated by Roberta Leis, Join Together, A project of the National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse at Columbia University.

    For more information contact the Office of Rep. Pam Richardson (617)722-2582 or email Rep.PamRichardson@hou.state.ma.us

  • Dunning Teacher named Mass State Teacher of the Year

    FRAMINGHAM, MA — Jae Goodwin, a 5th grade teacher at Framingham’s Charlotte A. Dunning Elementary School was named the state’s 2009-2010 Teacher of the Year. Education officials and legislative leaders both hailed Goodwin for her commitment to excellence and dedication to ensuring that all of her students achieve academic success.

    “A teacher’s positive contributions extend beyond a particular classroom or academic year, preparing our (more…)

  • Route 126 Corridor Transportation Improvement Study Approved

    FRAMINGHAM, MA – On May 20, 2009 the Metrowest Legislators announced that the Boston Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) has approved a Route 126 Corridor Transportation Improvement Study that will encompass the towns of Bellingham, Medway, Holliston, Ashland and Framingham. Work is set to begin immediately.

    The objectives of the study are to identify mobility, access, safety, and other transportation-related problems at selected locations along Route 126 and to identify and evaluate multimodal transportation solutions to the problems, with the goal of improving accessibility to the towns’ shopping, commercial, educational, and service centers.

    “Route 126 is extremely important to the towns included in this study, as well as the greater MetroWest region, connecting as it does to 1-495, Route 16, Route 109, Route 135, and Route 140,” stated Senator Karen Spilka. “This study is great news for these towns and the region as a whole, as we continue our efforts to grow smart and grow strong.”

    The first step in the project will be the formation of an advisory task force that includes town officials, affected residents, members of the Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC), the Massachusetts Highway Department, and the Executive Office of Transportation and Public Works, as well as local Senators and Representatives. This task force, which is scheduled to meet once in mid-June and once again within twelve months, will participate in the study by offering advice and input on data, study location selections, and recommendations.

    “The Route 126 corridor is a main thoroughfare in the Town of Framingham,” stated Representative Pam Richardson. “It is a crucial component in the economic development and revitalization of our downtown. I am looking forward to working on the task force, the outcome of the study and the subsequent improvements to this important corridor.”

    The end result of the study will be recommendations for geometric, traffic control, and other changes for improved traffic operations, with special emphasis on the effective and safe accomodation of pedestrians and bicyclists. Bus service improvement recommendations may also be developed. A long-term vision for the Route 126 corridor compatible with the land use and economic development in the area is also expected.

    “The development of Route 126 is a quality of life issue for the people of my district” stated Representative Tom Sannicandro. “The jobs and economic development that will come from these proposed transportation improvements will not only transform much of Ashland and Framingham, but all of Metro West.”

    All results will be presented for discussion and input at the second meeting of the advisory task force. A final report documenting all of the project’s tasks and products, including its recommendations, will be submitted to the Transportation Planning and Programming Committee of the MPO for final approval.

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  • Memorial Day Observances in Framingham 2009

    FRAMINGHAM, MA – This year’s theme at the Framingham Memorial Day ceremonies will be, “Let us not forget our fallen veterans.”

    Assemble at 8 a.m. at the rear of the Memorial Building.

    At each location the service will include: Officer of the Day Abbey Anderson; Prayer by unit Chaplain Robert Anspach; Placing of the wreaths: Cmdr. Pinsley Post 157 (more…)

  • Legislative Delegation Announces Framingham Receives $500K for Bowditch

    FRAMINGHAM, MA — Senator Karen Spilka, Representative Tom Sannicandro and Representative Pam Richardson announced Friday, November 7, 2008 that Framingham has received a $500,000 grant from the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) for renovations to Bowditch Field.

    The grant was awarded under EEA’s Parkland Acquisitions and Renovations for Communities (PARC) Program.

    “This is a great opportunity for Framingham to revitalize an existing asset and give a whole new (more…)