Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 8th of November.
Good morning, Framingham.
Framingham State University’s Danforth Art Museum and School will celebrate its 50th anniversary on November 22 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at The Village Hall—offering a VIP pre-reception, silent auction, live music and culinary delights to support future exhibitions and educational programs.
Season 2 of Squid Game: The Challenge is on Netflix with six Massachusetts players among 456 contestants competing for a $4.56 million prize.
Four episodes are available now and four more will debut on November 11 with the finale airing on November 18.
A Framingham Public Schools teacher resigned after a social media video appeared to celebrate Charlie Kirk's death, and she is no longer receiving pay or benefits.
Superintendent Robert Tremblay confirmed on Oct. 17 that she had been placed on paid administrative leave before her resignation.
After a decade working as a surgical technician at Massachusetts General Hospital, MassBay alum Danny Iagatta returned to the college on the Framingham campus to pursue an Associate Degree in Nursing through the MassReconnect program—he is taking prerequisite courses while continuing to work at MGH to build on his healthcare experience.
Laura Hudock was named the new Honors Program director at Framingham State and is expanding data collection to boost student engagement—she is using focus groups and success scripts to review program impact and equity.
She is also revamping probation measures and planning a long-term strategy to support today's 281 active honors students.
MetroWest Medical Center earned the Joint Commission Certificate of Distinction for Healthcare Equity for its effort to provide fair, respectful care for all patients—using interpreter devices in every emergency room to boost understanding.
Data from Realtor.com showed that in August, Middlesex County homes sold for a lower median price of $800,000, a 1.2% drop from July’s $810,000; single-family home prices fell by 2.8% while townhomes dropped slightly.
Overall, 1,396 home sales reached $1.5 billion — marking a modest shift from previous months.
Natick High football team, coming off a loss to Wellesley, shocked undefeated Walpole with a 17-14 win by forcing six turnovers and lifting the season’s hope—its strong play changed the league standings.
This game on November 16, 1985, marked a key moment for the team and its fans.
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.
Amanecer Gaitero Boston
7-11:30 p.m. — Caipy Sports Bar — Limited entry — Celebrate cultural traditions with lively music and performances featuring gaitas.
FHS Holiday Marketplace 2025
10 AM – 4 PM — Framingham High School — Free entry — Celebrate the festive season by shopping local gifts, crystals, and enjoying intuitive readings.
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