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Framingham
Saturday, October 25th, 2025
Good morning, Framingham. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 25th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A BIPOC Brunch was held on Oct 18 to bring alumni, students, faculty, and staff together, where leaders like Jeffery Coleman and President Nancy Niemi spoke about making equity and inclusivity a priority — the event encouraged connection and community support through shared meals and open conversations. The gathering showed that building genuine relationships strengthens our local community. The Gatepost
- ➤ Leandrinho Goiaba, founder of Radio Insuperável, shared insights about his childhood in Brazil, his life in the States, and his drive in the media while highlighting his role in Framingham’s Brazilian community—his conversation offers a clear look at his personal journey and ongoing success. The Frame
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Massachusetts tied with Nebraska and Virginia for the eighth-best quality of life in CNBC’s Top States for Business study—earning a score of 167 out of 265. The study said the state had fewer early deaths and more primary and mental health doctors but noted poor air quality and high childcare costs. MetroWest Daily News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On October 21, Framingham State held a poetry reading with Professor Emeritus Miriam Levine as part of the Alan Feldman Week of Poetry. The event featured readings of published and unpublished poems—including one with racially offensive language—and included remarks by English Department Chair Lisa Eck and moderator Patricia Horvath, although signed copies of Levine’s books were not available. The Gatepost
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Framingham State Athletic Department finished phase two of its fitness center upgrade in June by replacing old treadmills, ellipticals, benches, bikes, and weight machines with new ones—$72,049 in Capital Adaptation and Renewal funds was used to improve safety and the workout experience for students. The Gatepost
- ➤ At Framingham State University’s All University meeting on Oct. 20, President Nancy Niemi reviewed the institution’s successes and introduced a digital accessibility initiative that requires updating password-protected spaces by April 24, 2026. Director Steven Courchesne urged faculty and staff to attend workshops to learn new skills—addressing concerns about meeting the new ADA rule. The Gatepost
- ➤ At a meeting on Oct 21, SGA President César Matos questioned why SGA had to review club constitutions after the Center for Student Experience and Career Development already approved them. He said the process felt redundant and noted that while two new club constitutions were approved, SGA is planning a text line for safety and an Administrators’ Forum on Nov 18 — steps that will guide future campus policy. The Gatepost
- ➤ Boston College will launch a college-level education program for incarcerated women at MCI-Framingham in January+ the one-year pilot will enroll 10 to 12 students using a $100,000 grant to build skills for successful reentry. MetroWest Daily News
- ➤ Framingham State asked two representatives from Turning Point USA to remove their table from the McCarthy Patio after they set up without approval+ FSUPD helped enforce campus policy when the group resisted and officials said they may reapply by following proper procedures. The Gatepost
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Framingham State is revising its Climate Action Plan and will release a new version in 2026 based on feedback from a 2022-23 survey and ongoing efforts to meet its carbon neutrality goal by 2050. The update will present clearer information about energy use, recycling, and water conservation — helping students better understand the campus’s sustainability initiatives. The Gatepost
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ MetroWest Medical Center ended National Pharmacy Week by awarding pharmacy team members Daniel Morad and Jack Martin for their care—Morad received the R.F. Rizzo RARE Award for strong service while Martin earned the new Young Award for his promise. Framingham Source
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Framingham State Rams won a 4—2 Senior Day field hockey game against Salem State Vikings as strong defense and key goals from senior Reese Perry gave them a record of 3—11 and set them up to travel to Bridgewater State on Oct. 28. The Gatepost
- ➤ The Framingham State Rams tied Westfield 1-1 in a conference game on Oct. 18—marking their first non-loss to Westfield in 10 years, and they now hold a 3-2-1 record. The team is set to host Mass Maritime for Senior Night today. The Gatepost
- ➤ The Framingham State Rams beat Westfield State Owls 35 to 24 on Oct. 18 (keeping a 5 to 0 conference record) and now hold a 5 to 1 overall mark (securing their Homecoming win). The team will travel to face Mass. Maritime today. The Gatepost
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2025 Haunted Trolley Tour
1-6 p.m. — Village Hall on the Common — Various ticket prices — Experience a thrilling trolley ride through Framingham's haunted history.
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Community Stargazing
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Framingham State University — Free entry — Observe the Moon and Saturn through telescopes while experts answer your cosmic questions.
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Guide to Service Provision Conference
9 AM – 4 PM — The Learning Center For The Deaf — Free entry — Explore neurodiversity in early childhood and empower deaf and hard of hearing children.
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Future Leaders Summit Showcase
4-6:30 p.m. — Department of Student Registration - Framingham Public Schools — Free entry — Celebrate and support young entrepreneurs as they present their innovative business ideas.
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Amanecer Gaitero Boston
7-11:30 p.m. — Caipy Sports Bar — Limited entry — Celebrate cultural traditions with lively music and performances featuring gaitas.
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