Good morning, Framingham.

Framingham Renaissance Hotel reopened after extensive updates to guest rooms, communal space, and dining options.

The renovations are designed to offer an improved experience for both locals and visitors (modern features add comfort and style).

Massachusetts gas prices rose to an average of $4.01 per gallon on Monday from $3.88 last week, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration — traders factored in tensions from the Iran conflict, and analysts expect prices to climb another 20 to 30 cents soon.

Twenty MetroWest high school students from six communities took part in the weeklong Tools of the Trade program during spring break, training in carpentry, plumbing, and construction at facilities in Millbury, Hopkinton & West Boylston while receiving safety gear.

Framingham firefighters extinguished a 1-alarm fire at 185 Irving Street on Apr.

29, 2026, rescuing a cat from the roof and limiting damage to the siding; there were no injuries and the cause remains under investigation.

Tri-County junior Ava Gemelli hit a three-run homer in the fifth inning to give her team a 6-2 lead and secure an 11-3 win over Blue Hills.

A Night on the Town II

7-9 p.m. — Gems @ The Arts — Tickets TBA — Experience live performances from talented music students and instructors in an intimate artsy atmosphere.