CHANGES ALONG HISTORIC ROUTE 9

Every mile of Route 9 tells a story, as far back as its 1810 beginnings as the Worcester Turnpike. Take a look at the transformation, new developments, and historic pictures along the more-than-200-year-old state highway. The latest: The state transportation department has suggested ways to improve safety along a stretch of Route 9 where a Framingham State student was killed in December 2012. Globe photo

Every mile of Route 9 tells a story, as far back as its 1810 beginnings as the Worcester Turnpike.

Take a look at the transformation, new developments, and historic pictures along the more-than-200-year-old state highway.

The latest: The state transportation department has suggested ways to improve safety along a stretch of Route 9 where a Framingham State student was killed in December 2012.

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