The DelCarte playground will be covered up during the winter

Dear Residents

Please note, the DelCarte playground will be covered up this week for winter to help protect the playground after it was repaired this past Spring. 

We want to be on the safe side!

The playground will reopen in March.

the DelCarte playground will be covered up during the winter

This was shared from the Town of Franklin page
http://www.franklinma.gov/home/news/delcarte-playground-closing-winter

NO Adult Education Classes Next Week

DON'T FORGET There will be NO Adult Education classes during the week of February 14. All schools will be closed for February vacation. Classes will resume during the week of February 21.          See you then! The Center for Adult Education and Community Learning 218 Oak Street Franklin, Massachusetts 02038 (508) 613-1480

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MBTA: Commuter Rail notice

All Commuter Rail Lines will operate a regular weekday schedule on Tuesday 12/29. Please use care in parking lots and on platforms. Tuesday, 12/29, winter weather is forecasted for the Boston area. The commuter rail will be providing regularly scheduled weekday service.  Visit MBTA.com (http://www.mbta.com/schedules_and_maps/rail/) or a Boston train station for a copy of the schedule. Conditions are expected to be slushy. Last updated: Dec 28 2015 04:54 PM MBTA train leaving Franklin-Dean headed to Forge Park

FHS Music Department Winter Concert - Dec 9 - 7:00 PM

Wednesday, December 9th at 7:00pm in the Auditorium 

Close to 200 students performing in Chorus, Select Chorus,Orchestra, Concert Band and Wind Ensemble

FHS Music Department Winter Concert - Dec 9 - 7:00 PM

The link to the FHS Daily News feed as shown in the screen grab can be found here:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1REiMQYV0i_jZ7LY_0haAy4_un1oa-sbf1gg-37BLzxk/pubhtml?gid=0&single=true&widget=true&headers=false

In the News: Clerk and Council member take roles, Mother of Night, Scout Pancake breakfast

From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin

The town saw its new town clerk and final Town Council member get sworn in Friday after a recount delayed the two from assuming their positions. 

Teresa Burr was sworn in as Franklin's first new town clerk in 31 years, while outgoing Town Clerk Deborah Pellegri was sworn in to her new seat on the council. 

The matter had been delayed because of a challenge to the result of the Nov. 3 town election. Town Clerk candidate Diane Padula-O'Neill requested a recount in that race, as Burr had defeated her by only 32 votes - a margin of less than 1 percent.

Read the full article online here (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/article/20151120/NEWS/151128982

The Women’s Spirituality Gathering at Franklin Universalist Society in Franklin, 262 Chestnut St., will celebrate early for the winter solstice through honoring the Mother of the Night from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Dec. 6. 

The group will honor goddesses associated with the longest night, or the winter solstice. The winter solstice falls around Dec. 21-22, depending on astronomical variations and time zones.

Read the full article online here (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/article/20151120/NEWS/151129296/1994/NEWS

Franklin Cub Scout Pack 126 will hold its annual All-You-Can-Eat Pancake Breakfast with Santa from 8-11 a.m. Dec. 5 at the Elks Lodge, 1077 Pond St. 

The cost is $7 per person. Ages 2 and younger are free. Breakfast includes pancakes, eggs, sausage, orange juice, coffee and tea. Santa will be available for photos for a cost of $5 each. 

The breakfast will include a raffle with themed baskets. 

For information, contact 508-962-6726.

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http://www.milforddailynews.com/article/20151120/NEWS/151129371/1994/NEWS

Dean College Winter Intercession Classes Offered to Public

The Dean Leadership Institute and the School of Continuing Studies have set their Winter Intersession classes. Choose from non-credit, 1-week, 2-week or 4-week credit courses in business, general studies, and other interesting subjects. Choose from in-classroom or online instruction. 

More information can be found on the School of Continuing Studies website, dean.edu/scs, or call 508-541-1941. 

Dean Leadership Institute and the School of Continuing Studies have set their Winter Intersession classes

Dean Leadership Institute and the School of Continuing Studies have set their Winter Intersession classes

Click here to download a registration form.

This was shared from the Franklin Downtown Partnership page

http://www.franklindowntownpartnership.org/2015/11/dean-college-winter-intercession.html

MBTA Update: Starting Monday: Franklin Line schedule change

Franklin Line schedule changes begin Monday, March 23. See mbta.com/winter for full schedule information. Ten trips will be restored and one trip changed on the Franklin Line beginning March 23: Departing Forge Park/495 Train 702 (5:40 AM to Boston) Train 716 (12:05 PM to Boston) Train 726 (8:50 PM to Boston) Departing Walpole Train 732 (7:54 AM to Boston) Departing Norwood Central Train 736 (5:22 PM to Boston) Departing South Station Train 733 (6:55 AM to Walpole)  Train 709 (10:50 AM to Forge Park/495)  Train 737 (4:45 PM to Norwood Central)  Train 719 (5:10 PM to Forge Park/495) no longer stopping at Hyde Park or Endicott  Train 721 (5:40 PM to Forge Park/495)Train 725 (7:35 PM to Forge Park/495) Last updated: Mar 19 2015 05:11 PM Click here for more information: http://www.mbta.com/winter/severe_weather/ Sent by the MBTA. Manage subscriptions Manage account One-click unsubscribe Help when the snow recedes, you're not sure what you'll find (like this on the Franklin/Dean platform)

Franklin in the snow

Safe walking around town has been challenged by the lack of passable sidewalks. Photo ops have also been limited as once you seen the white snow, what else is there?

Ah, there is more if you look closely. 

Join me on the adventures around town. Since I am catching up to this, not all the photos are from the same walk. 

Community room entrance at Cnetral Park Terrace

Emmons St from Dean looking towards Main St

Federated Church keeps the faith!

There's a fire hydrant under there

the earth breath freezes

You want me to puch the button to walk?

the Town Common is lovely in snow

why search for the paper in the snow when you can subscribe to
Franklin Matters and get it in your email once each day

MBTA: Starting Monday: Franklin Line schedule changes - additional trains

Franklin Line Schedule changes, including restored trips, begin Monday, March 9. See mbta.com/winter for full schedule information. Three trips will be restored to the Franklin Line schedule beginning March 9: Departing Forge Park Train 706 (7:36 AM to Boston) Departing Norwood Central Train 734 (8:45 AM to Boston) Departing South Station Train 793 (7:55 AM to Norwood Central) Train 719 (5:10 PM to Forge Park/495) Hyde Park stop added Train 723 (6:15 PM to Forge Park/495) Hyde Park stop added Last updated: Mar 05 2015 10:11 PM Click here for more information: http://www.mbta.com/winter/severe_weather/ Sent by the MBTA.

Franklin/Dean Station from the Main St bridge

MBTA: Extra Franklin Line service - Forge Park - 6:35 AM

Extra service on Franklin Line departing Forge Park @ 6:35AM Last updated: Mar 02 2015 04:15 AM Sent by the MBTA.

Franklin/Dean Station in the snow

Franklin Public Schools: Weather Update

A message from FRANKLIN PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT 

Hello, 

Just when you thought it was safe, here I am emailing you again on yet another Sunday afternoon about my least favorite topic --snow... The most recent forecasts are calling for snow beginning about 3:00 PM today and continuing until 3:00 or 4:00 AM tomorrow.  

As always, I will continue to watch the weather advisories and will be collaborating with the Franklin Police, DPW and Facilities tonight and early tomorrow morning regarding the conditions of roads and schools.  It does not look like there will be much accumulation and with any luck the timing will be in our favor.  

My hope is that at worst, we will be looking at a delay.  However, please note that we will not be making a decision until tomorrow morning, so stay tuned! 

Your continued patience and support this winter are greatly appreciated! 

Respectfully, 

Sally WinslowAssistant Superintendent of Schools

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Parmenter Elementary School in the snow this Saturday

MBTA: Starting Monday - Franklin Line schedule remains 'modified'

The Franklin Line will continue to operate a modified weekday schedule, Monday, March 2, 2015, through Friday, March 6, 2015.  Specific schedule details available at www.mbta.com/winter. Last updated: Feb 28 2015 07:05 PM Click here for more information: http://www.mbta.com/winter/severe_weather/ Sent by the MBTA.

Franklin/Dean Station from the bridge over Main St

For the Franklin Line, the modified schedule can be found here
http://www.mbta.com/uploadedfiles/Documents/Schedules_and_Maps/Special_Schedules/Commuter_Rail/franklin_snow.pdf

Franklin Public Schools: Update - there is school Tuesday, Feb 10th

A message from FRANKLIN PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

Dear Franklin Families and School Staff,

After consulting with the DPW and Facilities Department I anticipate that schools will be open and in session as scheduled on Tuesday February 10^th.  

Roads and parking lots have been plowed and treated and are in as good shape as can be expected given the record-breaking snowfall we have experienced in the past couple of weeks. 

Should anything change with this crazy New England weather that requires a cancellation or a delay, I will send something out by 5:00 AM tomorrow morning.

We will continue to make emergency transportation available for students who typically walk to school.  Please contact your child's school to discuss your child's arrival/dismissal plan.  

Please remember that we need to obtain written permission from a parent or guardian in order to let children ride the bus who ordinarily do not do so. As sidewalks are not plowed, this service will be in place for the remainder of the week.

As always, parents are in the best position to make decisions about how your child will get to school.  With this unprecedented additional snow piled onto the already existing snow, the snow banks are quite high and roads are slippery so please take extra precautions.  

For FHS students who may be driving to school, please allow extra time as roads are narrow and speed should be reduced.  Please be vigilant for pedestrians and other cars.  Parking at the high school continues to be limited based on the amount of snow, and carpooling is recommended. 

Many thanks to the DPW and Facilities staff and administration who continue to work tirelessly to maintain our roads and school campuses to ensure the safety of the Franklin community.

Thank you for your continued patience and support during this unprecedented winter.

Respectfully,

Sally Winslow

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the buses will roll on Tuesday, Feb 10th

Franklin Public Schools: School Cancelation - Monday, Feb 9

A message from FRANKLIN PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

Hello,

Due to the snow storm, school will be canceled tomorrow, February 9th.  There will be no afternoon or evening activities.  All school offices and central office will be closed.

Think Spring and stay safe!

Sally Winslow
Assistant Superintendent of Schools

Parmenter Elementary School, in the snow Sunday morning, Feb 8th

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For those with good eyes yes, that is the red marker of a buried fire hydrant. I went back after my walk this morning to dig it out. 

fire hydrant in front of Parmenter School

Franklin Public Schools: Update

A message from FRANKLIN PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

Good Morning, 

I hope you are all weathering the storm. As DPW is using resources and efforts to keep our roads open so we  affirm the decision to close school on Wednesday. 

School parking lots and walkways will be plowed on Wednesday. Also Facilities will assess the roof tops on each school. Although the snow is not heavy there is a lot of it. We are taking every safety precaution.  

We anticipate school will reopen on Thursday morning as planned. 

Please be aware that sidewalks will not be plowed until the end of the week. We will implement emergency transportation for those student who do not take a bus or who are  normally driven to school. 

Students who walk to school daily will be picked up at regular bus stops. Bus routes are posted on the web site in Transportation folder. Scroll to Departments, scroll down to Transportation and click on bus routes. 

No school activities or community programs until Thursday. 

Municipal Building Closed until Thursday. 

All school offices closed.

Thank you

Franklin DPW busy in the neighborhood

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#juno

NationalGrid: Be Prepared for the Winter Storm

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Major Winter Storm A winter storm system will continue hitting our area with blizzard-like conditions including high winds, freezing temperatures and moderate coastal flooding. National Grid field crews and support personnel have been deployed in the event the weather causes damage to our region's electric system. We have increased staffing and field personnel and are ready to address any service issues that may arise from the storm. While storm preparations are important, so too is the safety of our customers and employees. Please exercise caution and keep a safe distance from crew work locations, especially when driving where visibility might be limited by snow. Here are some tips to help keep everyone informed and safe: • To report an outage, please call 1-800-465-1212, visit www.ngrid.com/juno or download our mobile app on the Apple iTunes or Droid stores. • Power problems can sometimes interrupt public water supply systems or disable well pumps. Please make sure to have a good supply of bottled drinking water handy, as well as some canned food and flashlight with batteries. • Never touch downed power lines, and always assume that any fallen lines are live electric wires. If you see one, report it immediately to National Grid by calling 1-800-465-1212. • If you use a generator to supply power during an outage, be sure to operate it outdoors. Before operating generators, disconnect from National Grid's system by shutting off the main breaker located in the electric service panel. Failure to do this could jeopardize the safety of line crews and the public. • If you lose power, turn off any appliances that were on when the power went off, but leave one light on so you will know when power is restored. • Check on elderly family members, neighbors and others who may need assistance during an outage period. • People who depend on electric-powered life support equipment, such as a respirator, should let National Grid know. To register as a life support customer, call the company's Customer Service Center at 1-800-322-3223. We'll continue to share safety tips, information on outages and any updates on restoration through @NationalGridUS on Twitter, Facebook.com/NationalGrid and ngrid.com/juno. National Grid Here with you. Here for you.   Connect Now Visit us online at nationalgrid.com

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Franklin Public Schools: no school Tuesday or Wednesday

A message from FRANKLIN PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

Hello 

Based on direction from our public safety officials all schools will be closed on Tuesday 1/27 and Wednesday 1/28. 

There will be no school activities Monday 1/26, Tuesday 1/27 or Wednesday 1/28. 

All School buildings will be closed during this . Town Hall will be closed on Tuesday and Wednesday as well. 

There will be no Recreation programs nor evening basketball. 

We wanted to convey the information early so families may make plans. 

The HS schedule of exams will be disseminated by the HS administration.

Thank You

FHS in the snow Feb 2014

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Franklin Public Schools: 90 Minute School Delay

A message from FRANKLIN PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

Good Evening- 

Based on current weather conditions and the concern for student safety school will open 90 minutes later on Thursday. 

FYI Bus drivers are prepared to pick up student walkers. Also any parent/guardian may choose to not send child(children)- please call  the school and let personnel know. 

Absence will be excused. 

All morning preschool programs  are canceled. 

All school offices will open at the regular time. 

Thank You and stay safe.

community entrance to FHS

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Franklin Public Schools: Weather Questions

A message from FRANKLIN PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

Hello and Happy 2015 

We have had a few inquiries about canceling school tomorrow so I wanted to offer an update.  We anticipate school being open at the regular time. 

We have consulted with facilities personnel and our transportation provider and we do not anticipate any concerns with the heat in schools or our busses. However, if we experience an HVAC problem or our busses are running late it may necessitate a delay.  

I will be in communication with our transportation vendor at 5:00 a.m. If the busses will be running late due to the cold we will delay school- we want to avoid having any child standing at a bus stop awaiting a bus that may not arrive in a timely manner. 

In the interest of safety we have directed principals to open school doors early. We do not want any students waiting outside of a school in these temperatures. 

Also our bus drivers have been directed to pick up any students who may be walking. If the parent of a walker cannot drive a child to school please feel free to use the bus that runs near your home. If the situation changes we will communicate and respond as quickly as possible. 

Thank you and stay warm. 

Respectfully,Maureen

 

public entrance to FHS available Mon-Tue-Wed-Thu nights for community walking

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Good reading from the MA.gov websites

A quick set of three recent postings on preparing for Thanksgiving travel, winter driving tips and preparing for winter overall.

Thanksgiving is quickly approaching, meaning people across the country will gather together to celebrate with friends and relatives. While getting ready for your Thanksgiving festivities, it’s important to be mindful of safe practices when preparing your holiday meal and making travel plans. The Department of Public Health (DPH),Department of Fire Services (DFS), and the Department of Transportation (DOT) want to ensure that you have a fun and safe Thanksgiving. Taking a few minutes to read these tips can lead to a more enjoyable holiday.

Continue reading the article to find tips on traveling, food safety and more
http://blog.mass.gov/blog/holidays/thanksgiving-home-and-travel-safety/

screen grab of MA.gov webpage

• Given the news out of Buffalo, the article on snow preparedness is also a good read = http://blog.mass.gov/blog/safety/massachusetts-snowstorm-preparedness/

• And with the winter arriving soon, winter driving tips are a good thing to review  =  http://blog.mass.gov/blog/living-in-massachusetts/massachusetts-winter-driving-tips-and-safety/