Good morning, Framingham.

The City of Framingham announced that California Avenue will be closed for emergency rail repairs starting at 7 a.m. on April 24 until April 26—local police and CSX will manage detours on New York Avenue and monitor traffic to keep commuters safe.

On April 16, MEFAP celebrated 30 years of supplying nearly one-third of food to state food banks as one in three residents faced food insecurity last year.

State leaders and local providers—like The Salvation Army pantry in Milford, which saw a 500% jump in visitors since fall 2021—warn that cuts to federal programs may worsen hunger statewide.

MEDA Conference 2025

8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. — Sheraton Framingham Hotel & Conference Center — Check website for cost — Explore transformational approaches to eating disorder treatment and healing.

Mother’s Day Candle-Making Workshop

6-8 p.m. — Jack's Abby Craft Lagers — $39 plus fees — Create heartfelt gifts in a fun candle-making workshop with craft beers available.