Good morning, Framingham.

Framingham officials canceled the holiday block party due to forecast extreme cold but will hold a tree lighting ceremony lasting 10 minutes at 6:30 p.m. today outside the Memorial Building and stream the event live on Facebook.

Attendees can later visit local shops and restaurants downtown.

SGA approved funding of ($8,016) for FSU Model UN to attend Harvard’s National Model UN Conference via Zoom on Dec.

2 from unallocated Student Activities Trust Fund money; the conference in late January/early February will host six students and one staff member.

The University announced its Framingham State Tuition Promise on Nov.

24 to cover tuition and fee costs for Massachusetts students with incomes up to $85,000. Eligible new students will receive aid next Spring (current students become eligible in Fall 2026) after completing FAFSA.

Professor Yumi Park Huntington joined Framingham State with a background in ancient American art and ceramic studies from Korea and Virginia Commonwealth University—she now sparks lively classroom discussions and values open communication with her students and colleagues.

Following a small fire in a residence hall on Nov.

12, school executives recommended FSU purchase emergency supplies (like blankets, ponchos, and basic necessities) to keep students warm during nighttime evacuations. The gatepost editorial board urged designated storage areas to improve campus safety.

Bath & Body Works is offering 3-wick candles for $9.95 each in-store as part of its annual Candle Day sale; the promotion runs today through Sunday with a limit of 24 candles per transaction to help ensure everyone can enjoy the deal.

Data from Realtor.com shows that in September Middlesex County homes sold at a median price of $749,500—a 6.3% decrease from August.

Recorded sales increased from last September, indicating a shift in the local market.

The Framingham State Rams beat the Dean College Bulldogs 77-65 on Dec.

3 in a nonconference matchup, improving their record to 5-4; they will face New England College on Dec. 9.

On Nov. 25, the Framingham State Rams won a 3+2 overtime game against the Franklin Pierce Ravens when Scott Bugarin scored the game-winning goal.

The win improved their record to 3+4 as the team prepares for a conference matchup on Dec. 6.

On Nov. 22, the Framingham State Rams won 6–0 over the MCLA Trailblazers in a conference game—using strong faceoffs and quick plays to secure a shutout.

The team will play today against Albertus Magnus College in a non-conference match.

The Framingham State Rams hosted their first NCAA playoff game on Nov.

22 and lost to LaGrange 24-21 in a nailbiter at home. The contest featured key turnovers and late pushes — a milestone moment for the program.

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.

Next Stop Comedy

7-8:30 p.m. — Jack's Abby Craft Lagers — Check venue for ticket prices — Enjoy an unforgettable night of laughter with top comedians in your neighborhood.