Two Information Management Failures of Framingham City Government

The city is unable to do simple spreadsheet analyses critical for decision making on the Residential Exemption and water & sewer billing.

Framingham MBTA Communities Act Plan Public Hearing Scheduled

The latest discussion about the MBTA Communities Act is scheduled for Oct. 17. Here's what to know before the public hearing.

Framingham Gets $58K In Road Safety Grant Program

The state awarded more than $12 million in grant funds for towns to promote safer roads in Massachusetts. Here's what to know in Framingham.

The School Committee Keeps on Failing Framingham Students

School buses are still late. Millions of dollars in state aid for disadvantaged students were hijacked. Vital school roof work is on hold.

Rep Lewis Names IEMMALLO Wine Cellars as 2024 Manufacturer of the Year

Rep Lewis Names Ashland’s own IEMMALLO Wine Cellars as 2024 Manufacturer of the Year

Ukrainian Officials Find Inspiration In Framingham Geothermal Project

A group of Ukrainian officials visited the city's geothermal project as they begin to chart a path toward rebuilt infrastructure.

Fall Hydrant Flushing Coming To Framingham

The Hydrant Flushing Program will begin on Monday and continue through Nov. 1.

Chair Lewis Leads Bill to Boost MA Federal Funding and Investment

Lewis, Chair of Federal Stimulus Committee Joins Legislature Passes Legislation to Increase States Competitiveness for Federal Dollars

Framingham Mayor To Host Host District 2 Meeting Next Week

The Mayor announced in January that he would hold nine district meetings in 2024. He has held meetings in Districts 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9.

Framingham Mayor Puts the Brakes on School Roof and Solar Projects

The FY26 capital plan adds no new school roof replacements, and 4 prior approved roof projects are deferred. No new solar roofs are funded.

Framingham Mayor Aims To Make Tenants Pay for the Water Billing Mess

The Mayor is leaning towards charging apartment water use at up to double the rate home owners pay for water, a giant hit to affordability.

Rep Lewis Joins Legislature in Passing Parentage Act

The bill updates parentage laws to reflect modern-day families.

Rep Lewis Joins Legislature to Pass HERO Act

Bill increases benefits, modernizes services, and promotes inclusivity for Massachusetts veterans.

Jack Patrick Lewis Wins 7th Middlesex Primary: 2024 Primary Election

Rep. Jack Patrick Lewis defeated challenger Carlton Phelps, Jr. in the 7th Middlesex District.

Framingham 2024 State Primary Election Guide

Here's what to know ahead of the Sept. 3 state primaries in Massachusetts.

Framingham's Sewer System Is a 'Ticking Time Bomb Underground'

DPW Director, Bob Lewis, gave that dire warning at the 8/20 City Council meeting when explaining the July 30 675,000 gallon sewage spill.

Framingham Seeks Traffic Commission Volunteers

All four seats are up for re-appointment, including two at-large seats.

Early Voting Continues This Week In Framingham

The early voting period for the state primary races ends Friday. Here's what to know in Framingham.

Planning Board To Discuss MBTA Communities Act

This is the latest discussion about the policy. Here's what to know ahead of the Thursday night meeting.

Framingham Seeks Library Trustee Board Member After Recent Resignation

The term for the position ends in December 2025. Here's what to know.

Framingham Schedules Annual 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony

The ceremony will be held at the September 11th Living Memorial on Sept. 11. Here's what to know.

Framingham Has A New Chief Financial Officer

Jennifer Pratt will take over as CFO after years as the assistant and, most recently, a stint as interim.

Framingham Seeks Cable Advisory Committee Volunteers

Members of the committee negotiate agreements with cable providers to ensure contract agreements benefit residents.

Framingham Will Continue Operating Loring Arena

Officials canceled a request for proposals for a private company to take over the facility after a string of retirements among leadership.

Framingham City Council Embraces Climate Change Charter Recommendation

At its August 6, 2024 meeting the City Council approved 9-2 the creation of a Chief Climate & Sustainability Officer position.

Rep Lewis Joins Massachusetts Legislature in Vote for Wage Equity Bill

Legislation boosts salary transparency, tackles unfair compensation for women and people of color

Rep Lewis Joins Legislature in Passing the FutureTech Act

Legislation authorizes $1.26B in bonds, allocates $400M in federal funds

Lewis Joins House to Pass Pharmacy Benefit Manager Oversight Bill

Bill increases access and affordability of prescription drugs for Massachusetts residents

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Framingham Mayor Fails To Correct Obvious Water Billing Mistakes

The pain for condominium owners continues, as the city refuses to immediately correct egregious over-charging for water. Enough is enough!

Framingham Business Owner? City Officials Want You For Committee Seat

Framingham is looking for a volunteer for the local business seat on the Strategic Initiatives & Financial Oversight Committee.

Longtime Framingham Firefighter Named Captain

Kevin McDonald started with the Framingham Fire Department in 1996. This week he became the city's newest fire captain.

Rep Lewis Joins Legislature in Passing Fiscal Year 2025 Budget

$58B budget agreement provides for significant levels of investment in education, regional equity, and transportation

Rep Lewis Joins Legislature in Passing Firearm Safety Reform Bill

Bill is the largest update to gun safety laws since 2014

Framingham To Institute New Parking, Traffic Regulations In September

The City Council voted unanimously this spring for the new traffic and parking regulations. Here's what residents should know.

Framingham Councilor Mike Cannon Explodes at Superintendent Tremblay

In a recent City Council meeting, Mike Cannon angrily attacked the Superintendent despite the Council Chair asking for respectful dialogue.

Framingham Hosting 2nd Annual Disability Flag Raising Ceremony

The flag raising ceremony at the Memorial Building will honor ADA Day. Here's what to know.

Lewis Joins House in Passing Energy Reforms to Meet 2050 Climate Goals

Bill to spur development and diversification of clean energy in Massachusetts

Rep Lewis Joins House in Passage of Economic Development Bond Bill

Bill reauthorizes life sciences initiative; encourages development of alternative proteins; invests in industries of the future

Rep Lewis Joins House in Unanimous Vote Protecting Privacy

Bill prohibits the sale of reproductive and gender affirming care location information from cellphones