Arts & Entertainment
Framingham Warns Of Summer Festival 'Scam'
Parks and Recreation officials say flyers are circulating looking for vendors. The problem? Framingham isn't actually hosting the event.
FRAMINGHAM, MA — Parks and Recreation officials are warning residents of what they believe to be a scam targeting local vendors.
Officials shared this week that flyers for a "Summerfest" event are circulating around the city and seeking vendors for four dates in July.
The problem? Those same officials say they aren't actually hosting the event.
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"The City is [not] holding a SUMMERFEST at Cushing Memorial Park in July," officials said.
"Please do not give any money for a vendor booth as this is a [scam]."
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Officials ask that vendors report anyone trying to collect money as part of the situation to police at 508-872-1212.
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