framingham.com (*** TEST SITE ***)

Tag: Politics

  • 6th Middlesex MA State Rep Debates

    6th Middlesex MA State Rep Debates

    FRAMINGHAM, MA – A debate between candidates vying to be the next State Representative for the 6th Middlesex District was held October 25, 2010.

    The debate brought together candidates Jim Pillsbury, (an Independent), Jim Rizoli, (also Independent), and Chris Walsh, a Democrat who beat out current State Rep. Pam Richardson, for the their party’s nomination in the primaries.

    The debate, which I could only describe as; “Watching a train wreck that somehow righted itself before pulling into the station“, is actually a testament (more…)

  • Where to Vote in Framingham

    Where to Vote in Framingham

    Framingham Votes - 2010 MA State Election
    If you don't vote, you can't complain! Be sure to make your vote count on November 2, 2010.

    FRAMINGHAM, MA – The November 2nd 2010 election is just around the corner. Aside from the contested races for Governor, Lt. Governor, State Reps and other state and local offices, three ballot questions are sure to bring out many voters.

    While the Town Clerk’s office can provide you with information about where the polling place for your precinct is located, the easiest and fastest way to get the information is from the MA Secretary of State run website:  www.wheredoivotema.com

    Note, several people have contacted me this week saying the “Where Do I Vote MA” website would not work for them.  In every case, the reason was due to entering incomplete or incorrect info.

    If you enter your address and get a response saying “Your Search Produced No Results” or other error message, try (more…)

  • League of Women Voters Candidates Forum on FPAC TV

    FRAMINGHAM, MA – Become a more informed voter! The League of Women Voters is holding a Candidates Forum featuring four candidates who are running for the two available Framingham Board of Selectmen seats.

    The forum is scheduled to appears on (more…)

  • What’s in the Health Care Bill?

    Yesterday, on March 23, 2010, President Barack Obama signed into law; H.R. 4872 – Health Care and Education Affordability Reconciliation Act of 2010, (commonly referred to as “The Health Care Bill”).

    While claims of “Medicare death squads”, “Government Takeover of Health Care”, and pundits claiming the bill will force employers to layoff or fire existing employees, (and make it unaffordable for them to hire anyone new), there does not appear to be (more…)

  • Proposed Amendment to Sign Bylaws

    FRAMINGHAM, MA — The Board of Selectmen will be conducting a public meeting on March 23, 2010 to hear comments on recommendations submitted by Town staff to amend the appeal and waiver process regarding signs. (more…)

  • Selectman Candidate Cable Interviews

    FRAMINGHAM, MA – The Dave Hutchinson, host of Political Round Table, will be interviewing four of the five candidates for the Board of Selectmen which includes two incumbents.

    Interviews will start with twelve year incumbent Charles Sisitsky.

    Be sure to catch this program which will be seen:

    Monday, March 8 @ 6:00 p.m. And

    Tuesday, March 9 at 8:00 a.m. and Noon

    Thursday, March 11 at 9:00 p.m.

    This program may be viewed on Comcast, Channel 9, RCN,
    Channel 3 and Verizon Channel 43.

    If it’s Political it’s Political Round Table Discussion.

  • Dave Hutchinson Interviews Christy Mihos

    FRAMINGHAM, MA – Join host Dave Hutchinson and candidate for Governor Christy Mihos for a one on one interview on Dave’ Political Roundtable Discussion program.  Topics that will be discussed are current issues that effect us all.

    Be sure to catch this program which will be seen:

    • Monday, February 22nd at 6:00 p.m.
    • Tuesday, February 23rd at 8:00 a.m. and Noon
    • Thursday, February 25th at 9:00 p.m.
    • Comcast: Channel 9
    • RCN: Channel 3
    • Verizon: Channel 43

    If it’s political it’s Political Round Table Discussion.

  • Special Addition of Round Table Discussion

    FRAMINGHAM, MA– Join Round Table Host Dave Hutchinson and Guests as the program honors Ted Welte the CEO and President of the Metro-West Chamber of Commerce in his retirement.

    Guests of this special program will include Sen. Karen Spilka, Chairman of the Board of Selectmen, Ginger Esty, former Sen. David Magnani, former Rep. John Stasik and Executive Director of Leadership Metrowest, Helen Lemoine.

    Viewing dates and times are as follows:

    • Monday, February 1 at 6:00 p.m.
    • Tuesday, February 2 at 8:00 a.m. and Noon
    • Thursday, February 4 at 9:00 p.m.