Good morning, Framingham.

Community members in Framingham honor 17 locals who died in the Sept.

11 attacks 25 years ago at Cushing Memorial Park—where 17 trees line a commemorative pathway—and reflect on their lasting impact.

Dylan Pichnarcik and Sophia Harris, who met at FSU’s independent student paper, reconnected after Sophia became editorial director with Essex Media Group and Dylan advanced to full-time reporting at The Daily Item — a professional bond that started with mentoring and has grown into a shared commitment to local journalism.

Mezzo-soprano Fanny Lora will perform a free opera concert at the Framingham Public Library on Saturday, Sept.

26, featuring a blend of European arias and Spanish, Latin American classical works — including seven new arrangements by composer Laura Intravia with a Boston-based chamber ensemble.

The Jewish holiday Yom Kippur begins at sunset Sunday, Sept.

20 and continues until nightfall Monday. Locals observing the day may use greetings like 'G'mar chatima tova' or 'Have an easy fast' (a reminder to keep greetings respectful).

Framingham coffee shops and Dunkin are serving innovative pumpkin spice lattes as fall arrives and students return for the new school year.

Many locals prefer the classic flavor while others sample fresh options (including apple and pecan variants) at local cafés.

Framingham State is set to expand its experiential learning programs by adding field placements that give students real-world job opportunities.

The initiative builds on a long history of practical education and will offer internships that link classroom lessons to work experience.

Nineteen students competed for 24 senate seats after holding a candidates' night forum Tuesday, Sept.

15 on campus. Voting will begin Monday, Sept. 21 and will continue until midnight Sept. 23.

Framingham State University, with local business support, is launching Rams Rewards, a discount program for students, staff, and faculty — featuring pop-up events on Saturday, Sept.

25 at FressCafe on Concord Street and free MWRTA bus service from FSU to downtown.

At a Sept. 16 meeting, the University Board said 855 new students exceeded enrollment goals while renovation plans for Linsley Hall need an extra $4 million and a $500K asbestos fix.

The Board approved state aid adjustments, audit delegation and announced a VP-equity job posting.

Alexandra Weld joined Framingham State as director of its Health Center over a month ago after community recommendations, bringing years of experience as a nurse practitioner since 2003 and a passion for college health care.

Nova is a two-year-old Chihuahua pitbull mix adopted by Shelbie Greenaway, a senior, and named Pet of the Week.

Born on April 27, she connects with her nine siblings and made a playful impression when she ran around at home until she slept near the other dog.

On Sept. 12 at Worcester State, the Framingham State Rams defeated the Lancers 2-0 — boosting their conference record to 2-0 and overall to 3-1.

The team will host Fitchburg State on Sept. 19.