Good morning, Framingham.

United Way of Tri-County received a $45,000 grant from the Cummings Foundation on Aug.

5 to expand its Gus the Grocery Bus mobile food pantry. The program now aids older adults + people with disabilities and families who need regular access to healthy meals.

Three Massachusetts bars rescued on Bar Rescue have changed dramatically.

In Framingham, The Chicken Bone was renamed The Bone before closing in 2014 and Angry Ham's Garage became High Octane Bar & Grill before reverting and closing in 2019, while New Bedford’s Libad’s rebranded and closed in 2021.

MetroWest schools announced varying back-to-school dates ahead of Labor Day.

In Framingham, first-year orientation is set for Aug. 24 and classes for grades 1-12 will start on Aug. 26, with preschool and kindergarten beginning on Sept. 2.

Local fitness enthusiasts interested in a new career path can consider becoming certified personal trainers with IPTA, which offers unlimited exam retakes, CPR/AED certification, and business support.

The certification package provides a cost-effective, flexible way to start training in Framingham.

Waushakum Beach in Framingham remains closed to swimmers after testing on Tuesday, Aug.

4 found elevated E. coli levels (health officials urge caution). The advisory will stay in effect until follow-up tests show safe water, while the other two city beaches remain open.

Massachusetts health officials confirmed 147 cyclosporiasis cases this summer, with 104 recorded in July linked to recalled lettuce products distributed locally.

The Department of Public Health is investigating clusters and will update figures next week (residents are advised to follow safe food handling practices).

On Wednesday, Aug. 12, Framingham stargazers will see a planetary alignment before sunrise, a partial solar eclipse peaking at 1:46 p.m. (remember to use eclipse glasses), and a Perseid meteor shower brightening the night sky.

Creatures of the Night Wildlife Walk

7:30 p.m. — Mass Audubon's Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary — Cost not listed — Discover the beauty of nocturnal wildlife as you stroll with a naturalist through the sanctuary after dark.