Friday, December 21, 2018

In the News: MA fastest growing population in New England; dog leashes required for MassWildlife lands

From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:

"Massachusetts is the fastest growing state in the Northeast — with many of its newest residents coming from other countries. 
That’s according to the latest numbers from the U.S. Census Bureau. 
Massachusetts Secretary of State William Galvin said the numbers show Massachusetts is growing twice as fast as it did in the previous decade. 
New data released on Wednesday showed that the population in Massachusetts grew by 38,903 people to 6.9 million between July 1, 2017 and July 1, 2018. The 0.6 percent growth rate equaled the population growth in the country, and ranked Massachusetts 22nd among all other states and first in New England."

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https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20181220/massachusetts-fastest-growing-state-in-northeast

Population Change for States (and Puerto Rico) From April 1, 2010 to July 1, 2018

State Population Change: 2010 to 2018 [Source: U.S. Census Bureau]



"As in the past, MassWildlife will allow dogs on wildlife management areas across the state, but as of Jan. 11, regulations will require that dogs be leashed. 
Dog owners will also be required to clean up all dog fecal matter. 
Specifically, dogs must be on a physical leash or tether while on wildlife management property. 
According to MassWildlife, the leashing requirement decreases potential conflicts with people and other dogs, providing a safer and more positive experience for all."

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https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20181220/effective-jan-11-dogs-on-masswildlife-land-must-be-leashed

For additional info visit the MassWildlife page
https://www.mass.gov/news/new-dog-regulations-take-effect-on-wmas-january-11-2019


Dogs and other domestic animals must be on a physical leash/tether
Dogs and other domestic animals must be on a physical leash/tether (MassWildlife photo)

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