MetroWest, Geographic region near Boston, Massachusetts, US.
MetroWest is a geographic region west of Boston that encompasses nine main communities including Framingham, Natick, and Ashland. The area sits between Boston and Worcester, forming a substantial residential and commercial zone with diverse neighborhoods and business districts.
The region received its official name and boundaries in 1983 through a naming contest organized by the MetroWest Daily News. This designation came as communities recognized their shared identity as an area positioned between two larger urban centers.
The area is home to schools, colleges, and cultural centers that shape everyday life and bring residents together. These institutions host events and gatherings that connect people across the different communities.
The region connects to Boston through various transportation options including commuter rail lines and major highways like Interstate 495. Depending on where you are heading, you can choose between different routes and transit services.
The area became a hub for technology companies starting in the 1970s and earned the label 'Arc of Innovation'. This concentration of tech firms has shaped the region's economic growth for decades.
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