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Sunday, June 1, 2025
School Bus Registration open until June 20
Saturday, May 31, 2025
Norfolk Registry of Deeds won its law suit against the Norfolk County Commissioners
Dear Norfolk County Resident,
RE: Registry of Deeds Law Suit
As a stakeholder and leader of your community please be advised that the Norfolk Registry of Deeds won its law suit against the Norfolk County Commissioners Joseph P. Shea of Quincy, Attorney Peter H. Collins of Milton and Attorney Richard R. Staiti of Canton. County Director John J. Cronin also was found to have violated state law. The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court, the highest state court in Massachusetts, affirmed and agreed with a lower Supreme Court ruling in favor of the Norfolk Registry of Deeds.
The distinguished and respected publication, Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly, wrote an article about this matter that was entitled “Register of Deeds Wins Battle with County Over Funding”. This article is attached via link. Click here to view. https://www.norfolkdeeds.org/
Judge Cahillane of the Norfolk Superior Court who stated in his decision that the statute the Norfolk County Commissioners and County Director Cronin violated was “unambiguous” ruled:
“In permitting an authorized official such as the Register to determine whether certain transfers within a main group may be made, the statute recognizes that the Register is in the best position to understand the daily needs of the Registry of Deeds and to take certain actions in the interest of the public that elected him.”
All Courts that have heard this dispute recognized Norfolk County Commissioners Shea, Collins and Staiti and County Director John J. Cronin violated state law. In Norfolk County abuse of power by appointed and elected officials should NOT be tolerated.
The County Defendants, the Norfolk County Commissioners and County Director John J. Cronin, unlawfully interfered in the operations and services of the Norfolk County Registry of Deeds. My staff and I will continue to manage through these challenges to maintain and protect Registry legal real estate records that provide legal title to our homes and properties.
If you have any questions or guidance, please do not hesitate to contact me. Thank you.
Sincerely yours,
William P. O’Donnell
Notice of Decision from The Supreme Judicial Court No. SJC-13669
Click here to view: https://www.norfolkdeeds.org/
Judge Cahillane’s Decision and order in Norfolk Superior Court 2282 CV 01001
Click here to view: https://www.norfolkdeeds.org/
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| Norfolk Registry of Deeds won its law suit against the Norfolk County Commissioners |
Monday, May 26, 2025
Register O'Donnell Reveals Norfolk County's Top Real Estate Sales of 2025's 1st Quarter (2 in Franklin)
Norfolk County Register of Deeds William P. O'Donnell reported that during the first quarter of 2025, ten properties, a mix of commercial and residential, sold for total of $272.4 million, with an average price of $27,240,000. These high-value transactions highlight the strength and diversity of the local real estate market, reflecting continued economic activity across various sectors.
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| Top Real Estate Sales of 2025's 1st Quarter (2 in Franklin) |
The following prices pertain to real estate sales from January 1, 2025, to March 31, 2025.
The ten properties were:
- 44 Vanderbilt Avenue, Norwood – A 44,406-square-foot industrial manufacturing facility built in 1980, sold in March for $7,875,000.
- 20 Sears Road, Brookline – A 7-bedroom, 9-bath, 9,300-square-foot mansion built in 1930, sold in March for $8,000,000.
- 121 Grove Street, Franklin – A 6-bedroom farmhouse and 26.26 acres of land, sold in January for $9,100,000.
- 1199 West Central Street, Franklin – In March, Dairy Farmers of America bought the 300,000-square-foot milk processing facility, formerly owned by Garelick Farms, which sold for $9,611,188.
- 9 Andem Place, Brookline – Extra Space Storage purchased a six-floor self-storage facility, the oldest full-service self-storage property in Brookline, in January for $11,250,000.
- 40 Industrial Drive, Canton – A 59,400-square-foot industrial warehouse renovated in 2005, sold in February for $11,775,000.
- 200 Grossman Drive, Braintree – In February, the 34-acre shopping plaza known as The Marketplace at Braintree sold for $29,900,000.
- 2 Presidential Drive, Quincy – The 276-unit Garden-style apartment complex, built on 12 acres of land and known as Presidential Estates, sold in March for $74,000,000.
- 200 Trotter Road, Weymouth – In January, the 298-unit apartment community known as The Commons at SouthField sold for $103,100,000.
These transactions reflect a combination of apartment complexes, warehouses, manufacturing facilities, and residential properties, emphasizing Norfolk County's attractiveness to investors across multiple industries. The state and county collected excise taxes totaling more than $1,242,195 from these ten sales.
"The variety in these real estate transactions bodes well for the Norfolk County economy, with high-value properties selling in both commercial and residential sectors," stated Norfolk County Register of Deeds William P. O'Donnell. "This indicates that Norfolk County is not only a desirable place to live and work but also a magnet for business, industry, and trade. Overall, the dynamic real estate market in Norfolk County underscores its attractiveness and potential for continued growth and prosperity."
To learn more about these and other Registry of Deeds events and initiatives, "like" us on Facebook at facebook.com/norfolkdeeds. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @norfolkdeeds.
The Norfolk County Registry of Deeds, located at 649 High St., Dedham, is the principal office for real property in Norfolk County. The Registry is a resource for homeowners, title examiners, mortgage lenders, municipalities, and others with a need for secure, accurate, and accessible land record information. All land record research information can be found on the Registry's website, www.norfolkdeeds.org. Residents in need of assistance can contact the Registry of Deeds Customer Service Center at (781) 461-6101 or email us at registerodonnell@norfolkdeeds.org.
Saturday, May 24, 2025
What's happening in Franklin, MA: Saturday, May 24, 2025 ???
Saturday, May 24
- Last day to register to Vote in June 3 Special Election (Town Clerk's Office)
- Early Voting - FY 2026 Override Special Election (Town Clerk's Office)
9:00am Thrifty Threads (Franklin Federated Church)
10:00am Franklin Historical Museum (always free)
10:00am Walking Group (St John's Episcopal Church)
10:30am Weekend Wiggles (Franklin Public Library)
12:00pm DJ party (Maha Juice Bar)
1:00pm Painting for Adults (registration required) (Franklin Public Library)
For additional details on Library & Senior Center events ->
** NO Town Meetings today **
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| What's happening in Franklin, MA |
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 Town meeting calendar is found https://www.franklinma.gov/Calendar.aspx
The School district calendar is found https://franklinpublicschooldistrictma.sites.thrillshare.com/o/fpsd/page/school-calendar
The School district calendar is found https://franklinpublicschooldistrictma.sites.thrillshare.com/o/fpsd/page/school-calendar
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
Get your Registration in for the annual PMC Kids Ride in Franklin on June 8, 2025
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| Get your Registration in for the annual PMC Kids Ride in Franklin on June 8, 2025 |
Registration is open, sign up today!
#PMCKids #pmc2025 #closerbythemile #kidshelpingkids
Registration and additional info -> https://kids.pmc.org/franklin
Saturday, May 10, 2025
High School Experience Franklin register now before price increase June 11
HSE Franklin (@HseFranklin) posted Thu, May 08, 2025:
HSE is Aug 5 & 6.
Register before the price increase on June 11. Register at https://t.co/DqlvmzxqTA (or directly to https://reg.learningstream.com/view/cal4a.aspx?ek=&ref=&aa=0&sid1=0&sid2=0&as=79&wp=413&tz=0&ms=0&nav=0&cc=0&cat1=0&cat2=0&cat3=0&aid=FPSLLI&rf=&pn=0)
@RMS_Remdawgs @HMMSLightning @sullythehusky @FranklinHS @FPSLearning @FHSPantherbook @FranklinMatters @FranklinPSNews @FPSHealthPE @franklinpolice
shared from ->https://x.com/HseFranklin/status/1920532315211489527
Video link -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UOOosJD4sI4
Monday, May 5, 2025
This Chalkboard Chat condenses the School Committee meeting of April 29, 2025 (audio)
FM #1440 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1440 in the series.
This session shares my conversation with School Committee Chairperson Dave Callaghan. This is a new episode of our continuing “Chalkboard Chat” series. We had our discussion in the Studio on Wednesday, April 30, 2025. We had the opportunity to recap the School Committee meeting of April 29, 2025.
We cover
Transportation, busing sign up now active, due by June 20
Elementary Report Cards
Letter of Support
Campus Naming Discussion
Override discussion, vote on or before June 3; any questions, please reach out to find out
The recording runs about 33 minutes, so let’s listen in. Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1440-chalkboard-chat-04-30-25/
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Contact info for Dave Callaghan -> callaghand@franklinps.net
Franklin TV video is available for replay -> https://www.youtube.com/live/ZUcSpIZK3Ms?&t=175
Meeting agenda doc -> https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/4780/FPSD/5568671/SCAGENDA_4-29-25.pdf
Elementary Report Cards = https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/4780/FPSD/5568674/Discussion_Action_A_-_Elem._Report_Cards.pdf
Letter of Support =
Meeting packet folder -> https://www.franklinps.net/documents/departments/school-committee/meeting-packets/2024---25-meeting-packets/april-29%2C-2025-sc-meeting-packet/792078
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Norfolk County Registry of Deeds: First Deeds 1793-1798
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| Norfolk County Registry of Deeds: First Deeds 1793-1798 |
Land records at the Registry can shed light on some of the earliest property transactions that occurred in the early years after Norfolk County was established in1793. These legal recorded documents can offer insight into the origins of landownership in the region. The recorded land documents at the Registry of Deeds reveal all kinds of information including the names of early settlers and prominent figures who may have played significant roles in shaping the communities they lived in.
“There is a wealth of historic information in the more than 13.1 million land records recorded in 42,366 Registry books dating back to when Norfolk County was created in 1793 and stored at the Norfolk County Registry of Deeds and available online at https://www.norfolkresearch.org,” stated Norfolk County Register of Deeds William P. O'Donnell. “We have also made this research process even easier for you through our History Comes Alive Transcription Program where all the Registry documents written in hard-to-read cursive penmanship from 1793 to 1900 were transcribed into clearly readable print.”
This third of a four-part series focuses on real estate transfers that occurred between December 23, 1793 and February 1, 1798, during the County’s formative years following Governor John Hancock's signing of the legislation that established Norfolk County on June 20, 1793. Governor John Hancock was the first elected governor the Commonwealth of Massachusetts had. He was also a signer of the Declaration of Independence.
The very first document from Bellingham in Book 1, Page 116, was recorded at the Norfolk County Registry of Deeds on December 23, 1793, and is a deed from Jacob Darling to Richard Darling, who worked as a husbandman (farmer) and had some carpentry skills. The Darlings were some of Bellingham's earliest settlers and helped establish the town's agriculture.
On January 29, 1794, Ichabod and Elizabeth Holbrook sold property to Francis Dana, recorded in Book 1, Page 201. Francis Dana was a graduate of Harvard University, an opponent of British colonial policy, and a leader of the Sons of Liberty. He also accompanied John Adams to Paris as a secretary and later served as Chief Justice of the Supreme Judicial Court of Massachusetts from 1791 to 1806.
Book 1, Page 229, contains a deed from Medway showing the division of land from Henry Harding to his mother, Mary Harding. The deed shows that Henry was a farmer and cider maker. The deed also shows the division of assets on the property, including half the house, barn, and hogs. The deed specifically stipulates that Henry’s mother may have access to half of the cider mill and the cider horse with the liberty to improve them. Henry then goes on to transfer to his “Honored Mother” a portion of swamp land and a parcel of land known as Death Meadow.
The first document from Cohasset, recorded at the Norfolk County Registry of Deeds in Book 2, Page 300, is a deed from Samuel Oakes to Levi Tower. Samuel Oakes was a shipwright, a type of carpenter who builds and repairs ships. Oakes also served on several town committees and was a key participant in town meetings that helped govern the community of Cohasset.
On October 7, 1794, Joshua and Sarah Nash sold property in Weymouth to Ezra Reed, recorded in Book 2, Page 334. Joshua Nash was the brother of Captain Thomas Nash, who served under General George Washington during the Siege of Boston. Captain Nash was also part of the Continental Army forces that stealthily took Dorchester Heights on March 4, 1776, fortifying the position with a cannon retrieved from Fort Ticonderoga.
Book 1 of the Norfolk County Land Records is not the only treasure trove of interesting land records because in Book 9 on Page 107 is a deed from Daniel and Mary Baker to Abner Guild. Abner Guild is the son of Aaron Guild, a Major in the Massachusetts Militia during the American Revolutionary War, and the Aaron Guild Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution is named after him. In addition, Abner Guild, a tanner, is notable in his own right as being the mentor of John Smith, who founded what later became Winslow Brothers & Smith, one of the largest tanneries in the country.
“The primary mission of the Registry of Deeds is always the security, accuracy, and accessibility of our communities’ land records and reliable service to the residents of Norfolk County. Moreover, these legal documents, beyond their importance in establishing ownership of a property, offer a glimpse into the daily lives of early settlers and preserve the legacy of prominent figures who have shaped Norfolk County from its founding in 1793 to the present,” concluded Register O'Donnell.
To learn more about these and other Registry of Deeds events and initiatives, “like” us on Facebook at facebook.com/norfolkdeeds. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @norfolkdeeds.
The Norfolk County Registry of Deeds, located at 649 High St., Dedham, is the principal office for real property in Norfolk County. The Registry is a resource for homeowners, title examiners, mortgage lenders, municipalities, and others with a need for secure, accurate, and accessible land record information. All land record research information can be found on the Registry's website, www.norfolkdeeds.org. Residents in need of assistance can contact the Registry of Deeds Customer Service Center at (781) 461-6101 or email us at registerodonnell@norfolkdeeds.org.
Monday, April 28, 2025
Register O'Donnell Delivers 2025 First Quarter Real Estate Activity Report
Norfolk County Register of Deeds William P. O'Donnell reported that Norfolk County real estate recordings for the first quarter of 2025 (January–March 2025) indicate an increase in overall real estate activity, with increases in both the total number of deeds and mortgages recorded as compared to the first quarter of 2024.
The Norfolk County Registry of Deeds recorded 22,752 documents during the first quarter of 2025, representing a 4% increase compared to the same period in 2024.
"Interest rates, inflation, and employment levels remain significant factors in determining real estate activity in Norfolk County and beyond," stated Norfolk County Register of Deeds William P. O'Donnell. "This quarter's increase in document recordings reflects consistent activity in property sales, transfers, and lending. However, the overall market continues to be shaped by various economic conditions influencing buyers and sellers alike."
Register O'Donnell Delivers 2025 First Quarter Real Estate Activity Report
The number of deeds for the first quarter of 2025, which reflect both commercial and residential real estate sales and transfers, was 3,409, up from 3,262 deeds in the same period of 2024, marking a 5% increase.
"This rise in deed recordings reflects a healthy level of activity in the real estate market, indicating continued interest and transactions despite economic pressures," stated Register O'Donnell.
The total volume of commercial and residential sales for the first quarter of 2025 reached $1,663,020,938, a 9% increase compared to the first quarter of 2024. The average sale price for commercial and residential properties climbed to $1,146,911, reflecting a 12% increase from the same time period in 2024.
"I can understand the frustration some homebuyers may be feeling because right now it is a more complicated process for individuals, especially first-time homebuyers, looking to purchase a home," said Register O'Donnell. "It is more expensive for homebuyers because prices are still high relative to past home values, and to add to this difficulty, there may be multiple people competing for the same property as well as increased costs due to higher interest rates on monies borrowed."
Overall lending activity was up in the first quarter. The total number of mortgages recorded was 3,279, marking an 11% increase compared to the same period last year. However, total mortgage indebtedness declined significantly, falling 41% to $3,082,620,534.
"The increase in mortgage recordings is likely due to first-time homebuyers securing loans to step into homeownership and existing homeowners refinancing to take advantage of more favorable mortgage rates," noted Register O'Donnell.
The foreclosure market in Norfolk County saw notable improvements during the first quarter of 2025. There were 18 foreclosure deeds recorded as a result of mortgage foreclosures taking place in Norfolk County, a 38% decrease from the first quarter of 2024. Notices to foreclose also declined by 23%, with 69 notices recorded compared to 90 during the same time period last year.
"The reduction in foreclosure activity is an encouraging sign. With that said, we cannot forget that foreclosure activity has a human face associated with it, and there are still a number of our neighbors who have lost their homes, and even more are dangerously close to losing their homes," said Register O'Donnell. "I would urge anyone struggling to pay their mortgage or who knows someone who is struggling to contact one of the non-profit organizations listed on our website, www.norfolkdeeds.org."
For the past several years, the Norfolk County Registry of Deeds has partnered with Quincy Community Action Programs (617-479-8181 x376) and NeighborWorks Housing Solutions (508-587-0950) to help anyone facing challenges paying their mortgage. Another option for homeowners is to contact the Massachusetts Attorney General's Consumer Advocacy and Response Division (CARD) at 617-727-8400.
"Norfolk County remains a highly desirable location for both residential and commercial real estate," noted Register O'Donnell. "However, affordability challenges and limited inventory continue to create hurdles for prospective buyers. As we move into the spring homebuying season, we hope to see a continued increase in activity that reflects the strength and resilience of our local communities."
To learn more about these and other Registry of Deeds events and initiatives, "like" us on Facebook at facebook.com/norfolkdeeds. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @norfolkdeeds.
The Norfolk County Registry of Deeds, located at 649 High St., Dedham, is the principal office for real property in Norfolk County. The Registry is a resource for homeowners, title examiners, mortgage lenders, municipalities, and others with a need for secure, accurate, and accessible land record information. All land record research information can be found on the Registry's website, www.norfolkdeeds.org. Residents in need of assistance can contact the Registry of Deeds Customer Service Center at (781) 461-6101 or email us at registerodonnell@norfolkdeeds.org.
Sunday, April 27, 2025
Voting in Franklin, MA
The "storymap" tool has been used by our Franklin Town Clerk Nancy Danello to put together in one place, all the information you need to know on how to register to vote, get vote by mail info, etc.
Follow the link here to get to the storymap, or from the Town Clerk's page scroll down to find this image and click to follow
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| Voting in Franklin, MA |
Wednesday, April 16, 2025
yes, registration for the annual PMC Kids Ride in Franklin is NOW open - June 8, 2025
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| PMC Kids Ride in Franklin June 8, 2025 |
Registration is open, sign up today!
Registration and additional info -> https://kids.pmc.org/franklin
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