Daily
Framingham
Friday, February 6th, 2026
Good morning, Framingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of February.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Jan. 29, Framingham State hosted its third annual MLK Commemoration Lecture and Beacon Awards, honoring four community members including senior Laila Jenkins and professors Ishara Mills-Henry and Cara Pina. Keynote speaker Rev. Nontombi Tutu explained how higher education drives social progress. The Gatepost
- ➤ A survey by Framingham State’s independent student newspaper revealed student frustration with textbook pricing and bookstore selections. University officials may review the findings to address these concerns next semester. The Gatepost
- ➤ Colleen Previte, the special collections librarian at Framingham State, is preserving the school's heritage by archiving over 2,000 artifacts and publications (including Peirce’s globe and the rare 1917 yearbook) for future research on education. The Gatepost
- ➤ On Feb. 3, SGA approved proposals to fund a Psychology Club day trip and an Aspiring Health Professionals overnight trip for spring events and tabled a Brother 2 Brother request for clarification, and they swore in three new senators — Yoojin Wollaber, Lenora Jones, and Jonathan Sundberg. The Gatepost
- ➤ Framingham State's 2025 Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony at the DCU Center experienced severe audio malfunctions (new speakers failed to work properly) that left graduates and families missing key parts of speeches. An editorial urged university officials to verify equipment before this year's event. The Gatepost
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Framingham is now accepting applications for its Microenterprise Assistance Program, which will award 10 grants of $7,200 to eligible local small businesses (preference is for first-time applicants). Applicants can review the program details online in English, Portuguese, and Spanish. MetroWest Daily News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Framingham State Rams rallied to beat the Westfield State Owls 77-66 on Jan. 31, lifting their record to 11-8 overall and 4-4 in conference play. They will host the Salem State Vikings tomorrow. The Gatepost
- ➤ On Jan. 31, the Framingham State Rams lost to the Rivier University Raiders 5-2, dropping their conference record to 2-6; the team is set to face the Worcester State Lancers today in a conference matchup. The Gatepost
- ➤ The Framingham State Rams beat Westfield State Owls 80-75 on Jan. 31, improving their MASCAC record to 6-2 and overall to 10-9. They will host Salem State Vikings on Feb. 7 while sophomore Faith Greene earned Player of the Week on Feb. 2. The Gatepost
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Buy your winter clothes in summer and summer clothes in winter.
Know who said this? Send us an email!
Reveal the authorAbout Daily Framingham
Welcome to the Daily Framingham, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Framingham, Massachusetts community. If you like the Daily Framingham, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Framingham.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Framingham and across Massachusetts. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Daily Framingham
A free Framingham community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://dailyframingham.com/sitemap