Framingham issued a public health advisory Oct. 26 for Lake Waushakum after state officials said photos suggest cyanobacteria levels may exceed health guidelines, urging residents to avoid all contact with the water.
The City of Framingham recognized 12 community members Oct. 14 at its first Hispanic and Latino Heritage Month ceremony, honoring leaders in education, public safety, business and nonprofit work.
Framingham officials reported a water main break at Edgell Road and Pine Lane on Oct. 21, cutting water service in the area and reducing Edgell Road to one lane of alternating traffic while crews make repairs.
Framingham announced final paving on Salem End Road from Badger Road to the Ashland line will take place Thursday and Friday, weather permitting, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. The road will stay open to emergency vehicles, buses and residents in the immediate area.
The City of Framingham and Team Framingham announced Oct. 19 that five nonprofit organizations were chosen through a lottery to receive fundraising support from the 27 runners representing Framingham in the 2027 Boston Marathon.
The City of Framingham held a lottery Oct. 19 to select 27 runners, plus a 10-person wait list, to represent Team Framingham in the 2027 Boston Marathon.
The City of Framingham announced that Literacy Unlimited, the Framingham Public Library's adult literacy program, is marking 40 years of service with a Nov. 19 celebration at Nevins Hall, with tickets available for $40.
Framingham announced that contractor D & R will pave Danforth Street, Saxony Road, Saxony Terrace, Cottage Street and Centennial Place on Oct. 23, closing the roads to through traffic for the day.
Framingham announced Oct. 19 that scammers are sending fake emails demanding payment for municipal permits, using real project details pulled from the city's public meeting portal. The city said it never asks for wire transfers and all legitimate communications come from @framinghamma.gov addresses.
Framingham is combining its Veterans Day ceremony and lunch into a single event Nov. 11 at the Memorial Building, with registration due Nov. 3 and attendance capped at 175.