Showing posts with label Police Dept. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Police Dept. Show all posts

Thursday, December 5, 2024

Santa and Mrs. Claus at Franklin Police Station - Dec 8

Santa and Mrs. Claus at Franklin Police Station - Dec 8
Santa and Mrs. Claus at Franklin Police Station - Dec 8 
Looks like Santa and Mrs. Claus are trading in the sleigh for a squad car this year! Watch out, naughty list - the Franklin Police Department just got a festive upgrade!

This Sunday, December 8 from 9 AM to 12 PM, Santa and Mrs. Claus will take over the Chief's Office.

This event is free, however we do ask for a toy donation (new and unwrapped). 

Toys collected through our toy drive go back to the children in our community who need a little extra Christmas cheer.





Friday, November 29, 2024

You can help "Fill the Cruiser" today at BJs, Marshalls, & Raillery - Nov 29 from 9 AM to 3 PM

You can help "Fill the Cruiser" today at BJs, Marshalls, & Raillery
You can help "Fill the Cruiser" 
via Franklin Police:

Please join us this Friday, November 29 for our annual Fill the Cruiser event.
We will be parked in front of BJ’s Wholesale Club, Marshalls, and the Raillery Public House from 9 AM until 3 PM.
We are excited to fill as many cruisers with new and unwrapped toys, and for the older kiddos, we are requesting gift cards.

Come by, say hi to our amazing officers and help us fill our cruisers.
Our Amazon link is still live as well: https://a.co/86Wf4eE




Wednesday, November 27, 2024

Franklin Police Department welcomes Steve DeJoie

Franklin Police Department welcomes Steve DeJoie
FPD welcomes Steve DeJoie

via Franklin Police Dept 

"Please welcome Steve DeJoie to the Franklin Police Department! Officer DeJoie is not new to the Franklin area.  
For the past decade Officer DeJoie has worked in various public safety roles including most recently as a Lieutenant with the Dean College Campus Police Department. He also previously worked for the Stonehill College Police Department and as a Special Police Officer for the Town of Wrentham.  
Officer DeJoie is currently assigned to the Field Training Program but will join patrol once he’s up and running."

Saturday, November 23, 2024

Reminder & Updated Location Listing: Community Winter Coat Drive now through Dec 7

Late breaking news! New coat donation bin added to list below.

Donate gently used or new coats to help your Franklin-area neighbors in the Winter Coat drive from November 18 to December 7

Donations can be dropped off at
  • Franklin Fire Dept., 40 West Central Street, Franklin, MA
  • Franklin United Methodist Church, 82 West Central Street, Franklin, MA
  • Hockomock YMCA, 45 Forge Hill Road, Franklin, MA
  • Franklin Police Dept., 911 Panther Way, Franklin, MA
Community Coat Drive now through Dec 7
Community Coat Drive now through Dec 7

Questions? 
Contact Kim Mu-Chow at NECCARES@NECHAPEL.ORG.



The Community Closet @FranklinUMC will be offering a FREE COAT GIVEAWAY on Saturday, December 14, from 10a-2p to distribute coats donated through this drive.

Thursday, November 21, 2024

Holiday Toy Drive underway by Franklin Police

Holiday Toy Drive underway by Franklin Police
Holiday Toy Drive underway by Franklin Police
It’s that time of year again. Our Holiday Toy Drive is back! We will be accepting new and unwrapped toys until December 16.

How can you donate?

Easy... We have added items to our Amazon wish list, where you can purchase and get them shipped directly to us.  Link: https://a.co/86Wf4eE

Option 2: There is a box in the lobby of the station where you can hand deliver it.

Meanwhile, save some dates:
  • November 29 - Annual Fill the Cruiser Event at Marshalls, BJ’s and the Raillery Public House. (9a-3p)
  • December 8 - Santa and Mrs. Claus will take over the Chief’s Office for pictures (9a-12p)
DO NOT MISS OUT!

For more information: Contact Officer Rosa at 508-528-1212 ext. 1556 or arosa@franklinma.gov

Wednesday, November 20, 2024

Town of Franklin: Job Opportunities with Public Works, Board of Assessors, and Police Dept

To apply for a vacant position, please submit a resume and cover letter to apply@franklinma.gov.  Please put the job title in the subject line of your email. 

Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/human-resources/pages/job-opportunities

Town of Franklin: Job Opportunities with Public Works, Board of Assessors, and Police Dept
Town of Franklin: Job Opportunities with Public Works, Board of Assessors, and Police Dept

Tuesday, November 5, 2024

Town Council approves Rescission of license transfer, accepts Bogan's Way, welcomes Fire Dept news hires & Police Dept promotions (audio)

FM #1305  This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1305 in the series. 


This session shares the Franklin (MA) Town Council Meeting of Wednesday, Oct 30, 2024.  8 members were present in Council Chambers, Frongillo was absent. 


Quick recap

  • After multiple citizen comments on a variety of topics the Council got to their agenda items

  • Fire Department - Swearing In of New Firefighter / Paramedics

    • Paul Schleicher Jr.

    • Michael Dumican

    • Corey Rafter

    • Steven Osorio

    • Shea Hurley

  • First time to have 60 firefighters on staff, need to keep up with the growing needs of the community. All 60 are licensed paramedics 

  • The Police Department had 2 Promotions, Both sworn in by Town Clerk Nancy Danello

    • Lieutenant Michael Colecchi 

    • Sergeant Cody Landry

  • Rescission of Prior Approval of Transfer of Section 15 All Alcoholic Beverages Package Store License, Heeru Corporation d/b/a DeVita’s Market. Jamie explains quick background on the recession as the "easy" way for the parties to resolve the issues they have, including allowing DaVita's to reapply for a renewal of the license Building code issues need to be resolved to enable the transfer. vote passes 8-0-1 (8 - yes, 0 - no, 1 absent)

  • Public hearing on Bogan's way; Order of Layout, Acceptance, and Taking of Bogans Way and Drainage Lot Parcel A and Easements. Planning did approve acceptance, Continuing to chip away on all the public streets in town Public hearing closed with no comments. vote passes 8-0-1 (8 - yes, 0 - no, 1 absent)

  • License Modification - Change of Manager of a Section 15 Retail Package Store License: Shaw’s Supermarkets, Inc. d/b/a Shaw’s. So moved, second, passes 8-0-1 (1 absent)

  • Franklin Children's Museum - Meghan Hagen & Erin Gallagher, joined by architect and Brad Chaffee, Camford Property Group. Presentation slides ->   https://photos.app.goo.gl/4SqkayuitiSFjuzU8 

  • Resolution 24-63: Gift Acceptance: Senior Center ($100) (Motion to Approve Resolution 24- 63 - Majority Vote). So moved, second Passes 8-0-1 (1 absent)

  • Resolution 24-64: Town Council Approval of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funds ($8,304) (Motion to Approve Resolution 24-64 - Majority Vote). So moved, second Passes 8-0-1 ,1 absent)

  • Friendly 40B Policy Update introduced by Jamie in response to what has been heard from the community. After some discussion, when it wasn't really an item for discussion, it is not clear if it is in effect as proposed, or if it is being referred to a subcommittee and/or future agenda for further discussion. Editor's note: there should be a further review and potentially additional changes made to this. It is not a policy that is clearly understood and appreciated by either the Council or the community 

Let’s listen to the meeting recording which runs just short of 3 hours.  Audio link ->  https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1305-town-council-mtg-10-30-24/




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The Franklin TV video is available for replay -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kNbkQwNvQkA 


The agenda doc can be found here ->  https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/town_council_meeting_october_30_2024_packet_2.pdf 


My notes captured during the meeting and now in one PDF file ->

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zqgR9Lc2lYE9H3f8WOor2CoM-XPxaUG3/view?usp=drive_link


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Fire Dept news hires pose with Town Council
Fire Dept news hires pose with Town Council

Police Dept promotions pose with Town Council
Police Dept promotions pose with Town Council

Town of Franklin: Job Opportunities with Board of Assessors, Public Works, Police Dept & Facilities

Job Opportunities

To apply for a vacant position, please submit a resume and cover letter to apply@franklinma.gov.  Please put the job title in the subject line of your email. 

Appraiser - Board of Assessors 

Heavy Motor Equipment Operator - Department of Public Works 

Crew Leader / Lead Pesticide Applicator (Tuesday - Saturday) - Department of Public Works

Patrol Officer (academy trained) - Franklin Police Department

Part Time and Substitute Custodians - Facilities Department 

Updated 11/4/2024

If you do not have a resume, you may send a completed Application for Employment instead.

To receive notifications of all job opportunities in the Town of Franklin, subscribe here .

Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/human-resources/pages/job-opportunities

Town of Franklin: Job Opportunities with Board of Assessors, Public Works, Police Dept & Facilities
Town of Franklin: Job Opportunities with Board of Assessors, Public Works, Police Dept & Facilities

Sunday, November 3, 2024

Town Council approves Rescission of license transfer, accepts Bogan's Way, welcomes Fire Dept news hires & Police Dept promotions (video)

The Town Council met as scheduled on Wednesday, Oct 30, 2024. 8 members participated, one was absent (Frongillo),

The Franklin TV video is available for replay -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kNbkQwNvQkA


Quick recap:
  • After multiple citizen comments on a variety of topics the Council got to their agenda items
  • Fire Department - Swearing In of New Firefighter / Paramedics
    • Paul Schleicher Jr.
    • Michael Dumican
    • Corey Rafter
    • Steven Osorio
    • Shea Hurley
  • First time to have 60 firefighters on staff, need to keep up with the growing needs of the community. All 60 are licensed paramedics 
  • The Police Department had 2 Promotions, Both sworn in by Town Clerk Nancy Danello
    • Lieutenant Michael Colecchi 
    • Sergeant Cody Landry
  • Rescission of Prior Approval of Transfer of Section 15 All Alcoholic Beverages Package Store License, Heeru Corporation d/b/a DeVita’s Market. Jamie explains quick background on the recession as the "easy" way for the parties to resolve the issues they have, including allowing DaVita's to reapply for a renewal of the license Building code issues need to be resolved to enable the transfer. vote passes 8-0-1 (8 - yes, 0 - no, 1 absent)
  • Public hearing on Bogan's way; Order of Layout, Acceptance, and Taking of Bogans Way and Drainage Lot Parcel A and Easements. Planning did approve acceptance, Continuing to chip away on all the public streets in town Public hearing closed with no comments. vote passes 8-0-1 (8 - yes, 0 - no, 1 absent)
  • License Modification - Change of Manager of a Section 15 Retail Package Store License: Shaw’s Supermarkets, Inc. d/b/a Shaw’s. So moved, second, passes 8-0-1 (1 absent)
  • Franklin Children's Museum - Meghan Hagen & Erin Gallagher, joined by architect and Brad Chaffee, Camford Property Group. Presentation slides ->   https://photos.app.goo.gl/4SqkayuitiSFjuzU8
  • Resolution 24-63: Gift Acceptance: Senior Center ($100) (Motion to Approve Resolution 24- 63 - Majority Vote). So moved, second Passes 8-0-1 (1 absent)
  • Resolution 24-64: Town Council Approval of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funds ($8,304) (Motion to Approve Resolution 24-64 - Majority Vote). So moved, second Passes 8-0-1 ,1 absent)
  • Friendly 40B Policy Update introduced by Jamie in response to what has been heard from the community. After some discussion, when it wasn't really an item for discussion, it is not clear if it is in effect as proposed, or if it is being referred to a subcommittee and/or future agenda for further discussion. Editor's note: there should be a further review and potentially additional changes made to this. It is not a policy that is clearly understood and appreciated by either the Council or the community  


Fire Dept news hires pose with Town Council
Fire Dept news hires pose with Town Council

Police Dept promotions pose with Town Council
Police Dept promotions pose with Town Council

Saturday, October 26, 2024

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Saturday, October 26, 2024 ???

Saturday, October 26
7 – 7:30am Fiber Art Installation (Franklin Public Library)
9am – 1pm Early Voting (Town Clerk's Office, 355 E Central St)
9am – 1pm Thrifty Threads (Franklin Federated Church)
10am – 4pm 5th Annual Pumpkin Patch (St John's Episcopal Church) 
10am – 2pm Touch a Truck (Franklin Department of Public Works)
10am – 1pm Franklin Historical Museum (always free)
2 – 5pm Halloween Party (Franklin Police Department) 
6 – 7:30pm Cinema 80: Nosferatu (Franklin Historical Museum)
7 – 9pm "The Belle of Amherst" (First Universalist Society Franklin) 
7:30 – 10pm FPAC: The School of Rock (THE BLACK BOX) 
8 – 11pm Karaoke (Raillery Public House)


**  NO Town Meetings today   **


What's happening today in Franklin?
What's happening today in Franklin? 

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Why are there multiple calendars?
Respectfully, the Library and Senior Center calendars are too full of events to include all their events so we tend to focus on the major events. Town and School meetings are also kept separate. Links for all the calendars are shared here:

Find the full Community event calendar  https://bit.ly/FranklinCommunityCalendar

If you have an event to add to the calendar, you can use the form to submit it for publication:  https://bit.ly/Submit2Calendar

The Library calendar of events ->    calendar link

The Senior Center calendar of events ->   https://www.franklinma.gov/node/39/events/upcoming


Wednesday, October 9, 2024

Faith & Blue Touch-a-Truck and Car Seat Inspection scheduled for Sat, Oct 12 at New England Chapel

"Join us at New England Chapel (NEC) Franklin this Saturday from 10a-1p for our Faith & Blue
Faith & Blue Touch-a-Truck and Car Seat Inspection scheduled for Sat, Oct 12 at New England Chapel
Faith & Blue Touch-a-Truck and Car Seat Inspection 
Touch-a-Truck and Car Seat Inspection
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We’ll have bounce houses, C&C Ice Cream Truck, and Franklin Fire Department.  
We will be accepting donations for the Franklin Food Pantry.  
Ben and Frankie can’t wait to see you there."