Good morning, Framingham.

Amazon plans to launch its drone delivery program from its Westborough center by the end of October (pending Planning Board approval on Oct.

6) despite strong local opposition voiced at a community meeting. The company says the drones will deliver packages weighing up to 5 pounds within a 7½-mile radius.

The Natick Praying Indians will host a powwow on Saturday, Sept.

26 at Cochituate State Park to mark the town's 375th anniversary, inviting descendants and local groups to join. The event also honors Chief Caring Hands, who died in April 2023.

The Big E fair runs from Sept.

18 to Oct. 4 at 1305 Memorial Ave. in West Springfield and draws fewer crowds on weekdays. Ticket prices are $21.50 for adults and $13.50 for children—plan your visit on a weekday to avoid peak crowds.

Framingham Public Schools’ accountability score rose from 44% to 55% today, marking an 11-point increase per DESE data; several schools, including Hemenway and Fuller, advanced (superintendent Robert Tremblay credits dedicated educators) while efforts continue to improve other areas.

At SGA's first Club Representative Meeting on Sept.

22, President Shubham Valand warned clubs about potential funding cuts for missed required sessions & VP Nathan Piette urged representatives to share collaborative event ideas, with emails about allocation changes coming next month.

Wakefern Food Corp has voluntarily recalled Wholesome Pantry Organic Unsweetened Apple Sauce in 23 ounce jars after routine testing revealed elevated patulin levels (products were sold at local stores including ShopRite, Price Rite Marketplace, The Fresh Grocer, Gourmet Garage, and Fairway Market) and customers can return them today for a refund or replacement.

MetroWest high school football began on Thursday, Sept.

24 and continues today with 16 Friday games at local venues. Some contests were rescheduled due to a nor'easter (check local streaming for updates) as teams adjust to shifting game times.