Thursday, September 18th, 2025
Good morning, Framingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 18th of September.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Boston Scientific from Marlborough was named one of Forbes' top 20 employers in Massachusetts after a survey of over 160,000 workers measured work culture, wage parity, and career advancement. The ranking includes companies that do business in the state and highlights strengths across different sectors. MetroWest Daily News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Framingham marked its 325th anniversary on Sept. 17 by opening a time capsule that had been buried during the 300th celebration in 2000 — the event featured remarks from Mayor Charlie Sisitsky and performances by local choirs — in front of the Memorial Building. MetroWest Daily News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Incumbent Brandon Ward faces former Planning Board Chair Carol Spack in the District 2 city council race scheduled for November 4—if elected, Spack would be the fourth council member since Framingham became a city in 2018. Ward focuses on improving local traffic solutions and supporting small businesses—efforts that contrast with Spack's call for better governmental transparency and stricter zoning; residents must register by October 25. The Frame
- ➤ State officials led by Gov. Maura Healey released new COVID-19 vaccination guidelines on Sept. 17 that recommend shots for children aged six to 23 months, seniors, pregnant people and those with high-risk conditions while healthy individuals may choose vaccination. The guidance comes as the state breaks from federal policy ahead of an advisory panel appointed by RFK Jr. meeting on Sept. 19 to vote on recommendations. MetroWest Daily News
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New England Flower Show
1:30 p.m. – 5 p.m. — Massachusetts Horticultural Society - Garden at Elm Bank — Learn more about the beauty of peonies and enjoy a weekend of blooms.
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Rams Booster Golf Tournament Fall 2025
8:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. — Cyprian Keyes Golf Club — Entry fee required — Hit the links for a day of golf, good food, and support for Framingham State Athletics.
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Something Rotten
October 17-26 — Dennison Memorial Hall at Boston Church — Tickets available — Experience the hilarious tale of brotherly rivalry in this uproarious musical farce.
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Framingham Homeschool Expo
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Kalexedy Learning Center — Free entry — Explore resources and workshops to enrich your homeschooling experience.
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