Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of September.
Good morning, Framingham.
🏘️ Community
Dozens of Framingham residents placed 2,977 American flags at the September 11th Living Memorial at Cushing Memorial Park on Thursday, Sept.
10, ahead of the 25th anniversary of the terror attacks.
🎭 Culture
The Big E fair will run from Friday, Sept.
18 through Sunday, Oct. 4 at 1305 Memorial Ave in West Springfield, featuring live music, rides, unique food offerings & interactive attractions for all ages.
📰 Economy
A recent study shows Massachusetts utility bills reached a cost index of 159.8 in Q2 2026 (second only to Hawaii) and residents paid about 29.61 cents per kWh, around 60 percent above the national average.
Gov. Healey is urging legislators to pass energy affordability legislation to help lower these costs.
🎓 Education
Forbes published its 2027 list on Friday, Sept.
11, naming MIT, Harvard and Williams College as the top Massachusetts private colleges offering strong returns on investment. The ranking measured alumni salaries relative to tuition costs, highlighting their affordability and future promise.
🌲 Environment
Massachusetts agricultural officials urge residents to destroy spotted lanternfly egg masses and inspect vehicles to slow the insect’s spread as egg-laying season begins.
The pest has been found in over 145 communities, prompting timely action to protect vulnerable plants + local agriculture.
🏛️ Government
Framingham is seeking nominations for Hispanic and Latino Heritage Month honors that will recognize eight community leaders.
Nominations will be accepted until Thursday, Sept. 24 at 11:59 p.m., and the celebration will be held at Nevins Hall on Wednesday, Oct. 14 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
🏈 Sports
Framingham High School announced James Rippey as its new girls basketball head coach, replacing Kristen Audet-Fucarile who left after a decade with the program.
Rippey brings over 30+ seasons of coaching experience, having led teams at UMass Lowell and Framingham State.
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