Poisoned Eagle, Bears, Mikayla Miller Case: Patch Top Stories

See the top stories of the week: Vaccine site closing, pizza shop vandalism, 13-story apartment building OK'd.

For Framingham's Future, Focus On Solutions: Opinion

In an essay, Framingham resident MK Feeney asks locals to find ways to fix problems to move the city out of "crisis."

Goodbye, Fuller Middle School: Farewell Tours In May

Students, alumni and anyone else can register to tour Fuller before it's demolished this winter.

Lt. Gov. Karyn Polito In Framingham, Talks To Businesses

Polito visited Framingham Monday, meeting with Councilors, restaurateurs and the owner of a local coronavirus vaccine hub.

Vigil Organizers Say MA Teen Was Lynched: Patch PM

Also: MA closing vaccine sites | Campus hate incidents | Helicopters drop rabies vaccine | Grocery drivers strike | More

Great Framingham Cleanup Pioneers New Way To Clean City

A recent citywide litter cleanup day netted some 336 bags of trash, plus a new model for community cleanup events.

First Framingham Senior Heroes Honorees Revealed

The Framingham Council on Aging is giving the awards to seniors who have made a difference in the community.

Upcoming Red Cross Blood Drives In Framingham Area

Donations of all blood types are needed as the pandemic has affected the U.S. blood supply.

Framingham Program Granted Substance Abuse Prevention Funds

The Baker-Polito Administration on Tuesday announced it has awarded $3.8 million to 31 prevention programs across the commonwealth.

An Open Letter To Mayor Yvonne Spicer: Op-Ed

In an op-ed, District 8 Councilor John Stefanini questions the mayor's record on issues like COVID-19, transparency and more.

Hoops And Homework Hires New Program Director

Kevin Lopez comes to Hoops and Homework from Framingham High School.

Earth Day 2021: Find MetroWest Events, Activities

See where you can volunteer for Earth Day 2021, which will be observed April 20 to 22.

Framingham Fire Dept. Holds Service For Deputy Chief Smith

Deputy Chief Bradford Smith died one year ago after a cancer diagnosis.

Framingham State Plans Virtual 2021 Science On State Street Fest

The 2021 festival kicks off on April 14.

Framingham Shred Fest Returns In 2021

The public works department's one-day event helps residents dispose of sensitive documents.

Red Cross Blood Drives Coming Up In Framingham Area

The Red Cross is holding a couple blood drives soon in the Framingham area. The pandemic continues to affect the nation's blood supply.

Framingham Brewer Exhibit ‘A’ Gives $2K To Hoops & Homework

The donation comes from the sale of a beer brewed to honor educators.

PFAS In Water, Warren Vs. Amazon, Local Horror: Patch Top Stories

Plus: Motorcyclist hurt, new ice cream popup, downtown Framingham burglars sought.

Framingham Libraries Reopening After Year Of Pandemic Hibernation

Framingham's two library buildings closed to the public one year ago. Patrons have been able to use computers and curbside pickup since.

MA Gun Laws May Change With Supreme Court Decision: Patch PM

Plus: City rallies around teacher | Massive ink spill | Cover up in Framingham | More MBTA delays | Gym agrees to refund money | More

'Great Framingham Cleanup' Planned For Earth Day

Framingham Earth Day Festival and Keep Framingham Beautiful organizers are asking residents to collect litter during the daylong event.

Framingham Mayor To Explore Commission For Women, Families

Mayor Yvonne Spicer is seeking local residents to work on the idea. Applications are due before the end of Women's History Month.

Snow Coming To MA, See How Much: Patch PM

Plus: Livestock die, barn destroyed in Natick | New Framingham open space bid | Worcester vaccine disparities | More

For Women's History Month, Framingham Honors Those Past, Present

A Framingham City Council resolution is highlighting local women ahead of a Framingham State women's awards ceremony.

Framingham Will Reopen Sports Courts As Coronavirus Eases

Local basketball and tennis players can head back to city courts as soon as the snow melts, according to officials.

MA Tweaks Travel Order As Vaccinations Proliferate: Patch PM

Also: One year later for COVID-19 long-hauler | Framingham veto overturned | Worcester pedestrian memorial | More

Residential Development In Framingham Means Sewer Expansion

City officials will hold a meeting Thursday over a project to increase the size of a pumping station near Callahan State Park.

Framingham Stop & Shop Fundraising For Cancer

The 'Help Cure Childhood Cancer’ campaign supports the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and the Jimmy Fund.

Braces Lawsuit, New Eateries, Crime Prediction: Patch Top Stories

Plus: Fine over bad heating oil, crash and chase in Milford, path forward for local performing arts venues.

Back To School? Districts May Have No Choice: Patch PM

Plus: Vote to remove school police officers | Indigenous Peoples' Day approved | Deadly construction accident | More

Latest Jack's Abby WhyNotDevin Fundraiser Nets $6,500

In November and December, Jack's Abby donated proceeds from the sale of its most popular beer to the cancer charity.

Coronavirus Pandemic Anniversary: Tell Us Your Story

Patch is collecting local stories ahead of March 11, the day coronavirus was declared a pandemic.

Traffic Stop Disparity, Vaccine Expansions: Patch Top Stories

See the week's top stories: Fatal Route 146 crash, construction site accident, big development moves ahead.

Framingham Litter Group Joins Keep Massachusetts Beautiful

The Clean Up Framingham group is nearly a year old, and is now joining a statewide nonprofit aimed at reducing litter.

Framingham To Mark First Eurie Stamps Day On His Birthday

The March Eurie Stamps Day comes after a larger review of his death during a Framingham police raid at his Coburnville home.

Framingham Councilors Wrong On Library Solar No Vote: Letter

In a letter, Framingham residents make the case for action on climate change — starting with solar panels at the McAuliffe library branch.

MA Teachers Balk At Return To In-Person Learning: Patch PM

Plus: Market Basket fake | Man injured in fall in Framingham | New MBTA schedules | More

Feds Deliver On Vital MA Vaccine Shipment: Patch PM

Also: Biden's Patch op-ed | Mayor vetoes CPA law | Free buses | New ash borer sighting | Boston Pride postponed | More

After Two Tragedies, Fundraisers Buoy Local Restaurants: Patch PM

Also: Milford police chief defends traffic stop | Injured hockey player to rehab facility | More.

Local Black History Month Exhibition Planned For This Weekend

MA Standing Up for Racial Justice is hosting the online event, which will feature events in Framingham, Natick, Sudbury and beyond.