MutualOne Foundation Awards $5,000 Grant for Sensory Playground

The sensory playground is an extension of Brandon Residential Treatment Center’s “Come to Your Senses” initiative.

United Way of Tri-County's 'Feed a Family for $50' Fundraiser

The annual fundraiser to help feed those in need at Thanksgiving is underway. Learn how you can help.

IMAGE GALLERY: Blood Donated in Name of Framingham Girl

The 2nd Annual Pints for Emma Blood Drive was held on Tuesday, Nov. 11.

Pints For Emma Blood Drive on Tuesday

The blood drive will take place at Jewell Insurance in Framingham on Tuesday, Nov. 11, from 1 to 7 p.m.

Sajal Akkipeddi of Framingham Named AP Scholar

The recognition indicates that Akkipeddi received an average score of 3 or higher on at least three Advanced Placement exams.

SLIDESHOW: Turf Field at Framingham High Dedicated to Phil Read

During halftime of the Framingham High junior varsity football game, the turf field at the high school was named for Phil Read.

Accepting Youth in Philanthropy Applications

Are you a high school student, or know a student interested in philanthropy? Apply now, for the Foundation's Youth in Philanthropy program!

Framingham High Graduate Justin Fitzpatrick Receives Dean's Award Recognition

The Dean’s Award is given to students with a 3.30 or higher grade-point average average while enrolled in 3.75 or more course hours.

EAT, SHOP & BE MERRY!

MetroWest YMCA Annual Charity Auction Event

6 Framingham Charities to Benefit from 2015 Team Framingham Runners

The Town of Framingham will receive 22 invitational entries from the Boston Athletic Association for the 2015 Boston Marathon.

Framingham Selectmen Proclaim November 1 Extra Mile Day

Extra Mile America is a nonprofit organization that empowers individuals, organizations, and cities to “go the extra mile.”

SLIDESHOW: Boys & Girls Club of MetroWest Cooking Up Treats at The Pantry

Pantry Executive Chef Alastair Mclean helped the kids make fun treats, including Dragon Breath Brownies.

SLIDESHOW: Boxer Wins 5K4Kids; Wayside Event Raises Almost $100,000

The 5th Annual Wayside 5K4Kids raised almost $100,000 for Wayside Youth & Family Support Network on Saturday.

VIDEO & SLIDESHOW: United Way Flashes Back to The '80s for Fundraiser

The United Way of Tri-County held an 80s' theme fundraiser Friday night at The Verve in Natick.

UPDATED: 5th Annual Wayside at Walsh Saturday Morning

The event will also feature a Halloween festival for families with a trampoline park, air brush tattoos, photo booth and more.

Southborough resident supports literacy for all at the National Braille Press Gala

Jayne Donahue from Southborough recently attended the National Braille Press annual gala, “A Million Laughs for Literacy”

SLIDESHOW & VIDEO: SMOC Unveils New, Renovated Offices at Former Avery-Dennison Site

The South Middlesex Opportunity Council purchased and renovated the former former Avery-Dennison factory site for $5 million.

Wear Green For Kabuki Syndrome Awareness Day

Today, Oct. 23 is Kabuki Syndrome Awareness Day worldwide.

Flash Back to the '80s Costume Bash Friday Night

The Totally 80’s Costume Bash is the United Way of Tri-County’s “Totally Rad” fundraising event where they aim to raise funds for their thre

SLIDESHOW: Congresswoman Clark Joins 'Walk to Break the Silence' in Framingham

The Walk to Break the Silence is an annual event to raise awareness and funds to benefit the work of Voices Against Violence.

3rd Annual Break the Silence Walk Saturday in Downtown Framingham

The annual fundraising walk on October 18 will benefit the Framingham-based Voices Against Violence.

Framingham Family Hosting 2nd Annual Pints For Emma Blood Drive

A Framingham family is asking the community to participate in a blood drive at Children's Hospital, in honor of their daughter.

Caira Family, Jordan's Jewels To Participate in 18th Annual Buddy Walk

October is National Down Syndrome Awareness Month and Sunday is the 18th Annual Buddy Walk.

Framingham Family Needs Help From Community As Mom Undergoes Kidney Transplant

A fund has been set up to assist the Maskell family with mounting out-of-pocket medical costs for her transplant operation and recovery.

MetroWest YMCA Zumbathon Raises Almost $800

The MetroWest YMCA held its semi-annual Zumbathon earlier this month and raised almost $800.

2 Framingham Students Named to Union College Dean's List

To make Dean’s List, students must receive a 3.5 grade point average for the entire academic year

Zumbathon at MeroWest YMCA Friday Night

The event is open to YMCA members and non members.

Interact Clubs To Sponsor Central American Boy In Need of A Heart Transplant

Fuller’s Interact Club will host a bake sale Wednesday, during the school’s open house from 6-8 p.m., to raise funds to help the boy.

University of Rhode Island Names 5 Framingham Students to Dean's List

More than 4,000 undergraduates at the University of Rhode Island made the Dean's list.

Framingham's Justin Fitzpatrick Earns Dean's Award at Colgate University

The Dean’s Award is given to students with a 3.30 or higher grade-point average average while enrolled in 3.75 or more course hours.

Hoops & Homework Program In Need of Volunteers

Due to increased enrollment, volunteers needed to help kids with homework and to read to them.

4 Framingham Students Earn Enrichment Scholarships at Keene State College

The Enrichment Scholarship recognizes first-year students who display high academic performance.

18 Framingham Residents Named to UMass Lowell Dean's List

To qualify for the dean’s list at UMass Lowell, a student must have earned at least a 3.25 grade point average with no grade lower than C.

4 Framingham Students Graduate from Rochester Institute of Technology

For three decades, U.S. News & World Report has ranked RIT among the nation’s leading comprehensive universities.

Karen Yoshida Receives Degree from Western New England University

Western New England University is a private, independent, coeducational institution founded in 1919

Ariana Goyette Named to Dean's List at Dean College

Dean College offers both Associate and Bachelor's degrees on its Franklin, Massachusetts campus.

Binder & Woodson Named to Dean's List at Western New England University

Western New England University is a private, independent, coeducational institution founded in 1919.

Benjamin S. Binder Receives Degree from Western New England University

Western New England University is a private, independent, coeducational institution founded in 1919.

Fonseca and Palencia Named to Assumption College Dean's List

To earn a spot on the Dean’s List, Assumption students must achieve a grade point average of 3.5.

10 Framingham Students Graduate from The University of Massachusetts Boston

A record 3,994 students graduated from the University of Massachusetts Boston.