Good morning, Framingham.

The Salvation Army launched its annual Red Kettle Campaign on Dec.

8 and now seeks volunteers across several regions to raise funds for local families receiving food, gifts, and emergency services amid rising costs (each bell ringer supports nearly 250 meals). Donations target $2.3 million for social services.

Framingham will host the Youth Summit for ages 13–22 on Sunday, Dec.

14 from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the Main Framingham Public Library (49 Lexington Street), where youth can join roundtable discussions, hear from past council members, and learn how to participate in local government.

Access Framingham is a digital forum that lets residents share ideas (community media hub) with tools, training and space while following FCC rules and member policies to keep broadcasts legal and respectful.

Residents sign a Cablecast Agreement to produce programs or file complaints if content violates standards.

Massachusetts gas prices fell to $2.97 per gallon on Monday, down from $3.01 last week, as the U.S. Energy Information Administration reported + state prices remained about 0.5% lower than the national average.

City Historian Frederic Wallace will step down Dec.

31 after many years of service, and Mayor Sisitsky is seeking a volunteer to help preserve Framingham’s history. Interested residents must apply by Jan. 4, 11:59 p.m. (submit a cover letter and résumé as part of the application).

Voting for the 2025 Daily News Fans Preseason Boys Indoor Track & Field Athlete of the Year is open until 12 p.m. Tuesday, Dec.

16. Candidates include Division 1 commits, state champions, and rising stars from 13 local schools who compete this winter.

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.