Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 8th of January.
Good morning, Framingham.
💼 Business
MetroWest will welcome seven new restaurants offering varied cuisines including pizza, Vietnamese dishes and Brazilian steakhouse fare, with openings planned for early to mid-2026.
Haven Hot Chicken in Franklin is set to open on Jan. 14 while Blue Square Pizza in Natick expects an April debut in a mixed-use center.
🏛️ Government
Gov. Maura Healey ordered state flags to fly at half-staff from yesterday until Officer LaPorta’s internment to honor him after he died in a crash on icy Route 146.
The order applies to all state buildings in Massachusetts.
🏈 Sports
Framingham boys hockey won a 2-0 game against Braintree at Loring Arena on Thursday, with Colin Walsh scoring twice and Danny McAuliffe saving 28 shots.
🎉 Framingham Events
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Aaj Rang Hai: A Celebration of Sufi Traditions
5-7 p.m. — Keefe Regional Technical High School — Free entry — Immerse in the vibrant celebration of Sufi music, poetry, and culture.
Grown Up Book Swap
1-4 p.m. — Jack's Abby Craft Lagers — Free entry — Bring books you've read and exchange them for new titles in a cozy setting.
🏠 Framingham Real Estate
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