Good morning, Framingham.

Outside Framingham State’s Danforth Art Museum, a set of bright pink Conversation Chairs is on display to spark dialogue among neighbors and inspire drawings—Art School Director Noelle Fournier said the project combines art with community outreach.

A Consumers’ Checkbook report found that Market Basket has the lowest grocery prices in Massachusetts—its prices are 15% below most stores—while Wegmans earns high marks for quality with 81% of customers rating it superior.

The study compared prices using a 150-item list and customer surveys.

Six high school soccer players shined in Thursday’s playoffs quarterfinals as Luke Dougherty scored an overtime winner for Natick, Jack Keane kept a clean sheet for Keefe Tech, and Nate Rutkowski posted a shutout for Hopedale — while girls stars Emilia Sousa, Lily Strong, and Cate Tengler made key plays in their games.

Central Catholic beat Natick 20—17 in overtime during the Division 1 quarterfinal game at Memorial Field, and raised the Final Four trophy before moving on to face St. John's Prep in the state semifinals.

Natick struggled to keep pace as a missed field goal in regulation led to a tight contest that could not be overcome.

Last week, 122 high school football teams competed in the MIAA playoffs and now 64 teams remain after all Elite 8 games produced wins across eight divisions.

The semifinal schedule offers more games—today, the Division 8 matchup between No. 7 Lee and No. 8 Cathedral kicks off at 5:30 p.m. in the Berkshires.

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.

Framingham Rotary Holiday Craft Fair

9 AM – 3 PM — Keefe Regional Technical High School — $5 Fair Admission — Explore over 115 vendors showcasing unique crafts and holiday gifts.