Farmers Market - noon to 6:00 PM on the Town Common

The Farmers Market is open today on the Town Common from noon to 6:00 PM.




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MA Fraternal Order of Police endorse Padula

The Fraternal Order of Police is the world's largest organization of sworn law enforcement officers, with more than 325,000 members in more than 2,100 lodges. The Fraternal Order of Police works to improve the working conditions of law enforcement officers through education, legislation, information, community involvement and employee representation. 

Peter is honored to be endorsed by the Massachusetts Fraternal Order of Police. Police officers work tirelessly to protect and serve the residents of the 10th Norfolk District, as well as every other district in the state and nationally. It is vital that these individuals have a voice in government and are properly represented to ensure that they have access to the resources necessary to provide the best possible service to our communities. The Fraternal Order of Police works aggressively to provide this voice and representation for its many members.

More information on the Fraternal Order of Police can be found on their webpage http://www.massfop.org/

Additional information on Peter Padula and his campaign for the 10th Norfolk District seat can be found on his webpage http://www.padulaforrep.com/

Franklin day care center looks to revamp property

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Franklin day care center looks to revamp property

via The Milford Daily News News RSS by Matt Tota/Daily News staff on 8/30/12

A children's day care center seeking permission from the town to begin major renovations around its property will learn at a public hearing in September whether it can move forward with the plans.

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Active Older Adult Day - Sep 6 - 8:30 AM - 1:30 PM

FRANKLIN, FOXBORO, MANSFIELD, NORTH ATTLEBORO, MA – The Hockomock Area YMCA Live Y’ers Group will sponsor an Active Older Adult Day with information, activities and workshops on Thursday, September 6th from 8:30am – 1:30pm at the Hockomock Area YMCA’s North Attleboro Branch located at 300 Elmwood Street, North Attleboro.

A continental breakfast will be served as well as a barbeque lunch with entertainment by Dave Valerio. The cost for the day is $5. GATRA, CVNA, Sturdy Memorial Hospital, Ameriprise Financial and other community organizations will have information available in the YMCA gym. 

Workshops include Balance, Family History, Nutrition, Reflexology, Zumba, Travel and much more! Come for the day, workshops or just lunch, whatever fits your schedule. Register at any Hockomock Area YMCA Member Service Desk. This is open to the entire community, including those not affiliated with the Y.

For more information or to sign up, call Anne Lonzo at 508-643-5260 or email her at annel@hockymca.org or visit www.hockymca.org.

About the Hockomock Area YMCA
We believe that lasting personal and social change can only come about when we work together to invest in our kids, our health, and our neighbors. That’s why, at the Y, strengthening community is our cause. Every day, we work side by side with our neighbors in our community to make sure that everyone, regardless of age, income or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive. Reach Out for Youth & Families is our annual support campaign to provide a YMCA experience to more than 15,000 local children and families in need.

Spilka Announces Framingham, Ashland, and Franklin Office Hours

SENATOR SPILKA ANNOUNCES FRAMINGHAM, ASHLAND, AND FRANKLIN OFFICE HOURS

On Monday, September 10th, join Senator Karen Spilka and Puja Mehta, Senator Spilka's District and Constituent Services Director, for district office hours in Framingham, Ashland, and Franklin. They will be available to update constituents on the latest news and events and discuss any concerns or questions you may have.


FRAMINGHAM OFFICE HOURS
Cafe Fresh Bagels
957 Worcester Road
Framingham, MA 01701
8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.

ASHLAND OFFICE HOURS
Sunnyside Cafe
24 Front Street
Ashland, MA 01721
11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

FRANKLIN OFFICE HOURS
Elizabeth's Bagels
456 West Central Street
Franklin, MA 02038
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM


Any resident unable to attend or looking to schedule an appointment should contact Senator Spilka's office at (617) 722-1640.

Congressman McGovern speaks for Jeff Roy

As noted previously, Congressman Jim McGovern endorsed Jeff Roy and on Wednesday spoke at a campaign event to introduce Jeff. Jeff spoke for a few minutes. The 9 minute video clip is here:



For more information on Congressman McGovern  http://mcgovern.house.gov/

For more information on Jeff Roy  http://jeffreyroy.com/

West Nile virus in Franklin, Bellingham, Medway mosquitoes

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West Nile virus in Franklin, Bellingham, Medway mosquitoes

via The Milford Daily News News RSS by Jessica Trufant/Daily News staff on 8/29/12

Mosquito bites have always been itchy and unpleasant – but they are becoming increasingly risky, too. Officials this week added Medway, Franklin and Bellingham to the list of towns where mosquitoes samples have tested positive for West Nile virus, according to the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, raising the risk level to moderate.

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Job Opening: part-time Teacher

A great local school, Sunrise Montessori School, is looking for a part-time teacher. Candidates should be EEC Lead Teacher or Teacher Certified.  Please call 508 541 8010 or e-mail your resume to: Director@MySunriseMontessori.com 

For more information about the school see the website: www.mysunrisemontessori.com

T.O.P.S (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) - Sep 15th

Would you please put this event in Franklin Matters in time -- Sept. 15th.  The organization is T.O.P.S. (Take Off Pounds Sensibly)?  Thank you.  Faith Flaherty, TOPS Leader

T.O.P.S.  Inspiration Workshop 

Inspire each person to manage their nutrition and life in ways that will help each person.  T.O.P.S. is a support group that aims to promote health and well-being nutritionally.  T.O.P.S. mission is to support our members as they take off and keep off pounds sensibly. 

When:    Saturday, September 15, 2012Where:  Franklin Senior CenterTime:    8:30 AM registration  9:00 - 12:00 programCost:     Free

More information on TOPS can be found on the national TOPS webpage here http://www.tops.org/

Labor Day Weekend: Travel Safely

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Labor Day Weekend: Travel Safely

via Commonwealth Conversations: Transportation by Klark Jessen on 8/29/12

The Massachusetts Department of Transportation encourages safe travel during the upcoming Labor Day holiday weekend.
Heaviest Labor Day traffic on I-90 is expected Thursday and Friday westbound and Monday afternoon-evening eastbound. 
In 2011, the number of toll transactions on the Turnpike from Weston to the New York border on the Friday before Labor Day was approximately 358,000, third highest in 2011. 

MassDOT suspends all road and bridge construction on major roadways from Noon Friday through start of normal business on Tuesday.

Before you travel, check out MassDOT statewide live traffic cameras. 

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers says all traffic lanes on both the Sagamore and Bourne Bridges on the Cape Cod Canal will remain open through the Labor Day weekend.

Free coffee will be served at the 18 service plazas along I-90 and other major state highways on Monday night into Tuesday morning, from 10:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. 

To save time, money and gas, if you have not yet done so, consider joining E-ZPass (FAST LANE) to avoid waiting in line at cash toll booths.

The Massachusetts Safe Driving Law bans texting while driving and cell phone use while driving by 16 and 17 year old drivers.  Drivers are reminded to travel safely and avoid distracted driving such as using cell phones.  

The MBTA service schedule for Labor Day, Monday, September 3, follows:  

All subway trains, streetcars, buses, trackless trolleys, and commuter rail trains will run on a Sunday schedule.

Hingham boat service will not operate.  Quincy and Charlestown Service will operate on a weekend schedule.

For additional information on routes, schedules, and fares, please call the MBTA Customer Service Center at (617) 222-3200 (hearing impaired TDD 617-222-5146).

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"Vallee has left enormous shoes to fill"

The three Republican candidates for the MA 10th Norfolk District got together for their only debate before the primary next Thursday, Sep 6. The Milford Daily News reports on the event by writing in part:

Facing questions from moderator state Rep. Daniel Winslow, R-Norfolk, on Tuesday night, C. Stolle Singleton, Richard Eustis and John Jewell all came forward as fiscal conservatives — staunch proponents of reining in government spending. 

The candidates derive from different parts of the political spectrum: Singleton from state government, Eustis from law and Jewell from town government. 

And they chase a seat formerly held by Democrat James Vallee, in a district that includes Franklin and precincts 2,3 and 4 in Medway. Vallee made a mark on Beacon Hill that the three candidates have said they can only hope to replicate.

Will one of these three attempt to fill Vallee's shoes? Your vote on Thursday, Sep 6th will help decide.

Read more: http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/x1405836088/10th-Norfolk-GOP-hopefuls-want-to-shrink-government#ixzz24vSY0RIV

New doors at Parmenter

Work on the school facilities hits prime time during the summer. One example of work around the district is shown here with new doors for the Parmenter School.

In progress (Aug 24):

Completed (Aug 25):

"tested positive for West Nile virus"

It was only a matter of time before this happened!

West Nile found in Medway, Franklin, Bellingham

by GateHouse Media, Inc.

On August 17th, the Board of Health had posted on Franklin's website:

As this unprecedented mosquito season continues, we again urge residents to take all steps necessary to prevent mosquito bites. 

• Avoid outdoor activities during the peak hours of mosquito activity; generally between dawn and dusk. 
• The use of a repellent containing up to 30% DEET, permethrin or picaridin provides protection against mosquitoes. 
• Permethrin products should not be applied directly to the skin, but only used on clothing. 
• We recommend that residents drain all standing water on their property. Birdbaths, buckets/pails, wheelbarrows and children’s inflatable pools all provide ideal breeding sites for mosquitoes.

Franklin Food Pantry website update

We apologize for the issues with the website. The data and information is still here but if you can't find it then it doesn't do much good.

At least for now, you can find us at franklinMAfoodpantry.org

You already remember "franklinfoodpantry" just stick a "ma" right after Franklin and you should arrive to the website properly!

This should buy us some time while we sort out the issues with the original "franklinfoodpantry.org" problem and return to a normal operation.

In the meantime, the Food Pantry is continuing to operate. We remain open and active during our normal business hours.

National Grid invests $60M to prepare for severe weather seasons

I think it interesting to find this from the Providence area news and not yet reported on by MA news.

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National Grid invests $60M to prepare for severe weather seasons

via PBN.com - Latest Stories by By PBN Staff Twitter: @ProvBusNews on 8/27/12

National Grid is investing $60 million in a new system to prepare for the severe weather season and make sure customers who lose power get it back more quickly.

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Primary election - Thursday, Sep 6th

The primary is coming up next week on Thursday, Sep 6th. Yes, we'll get to go to the polls to vote on a Thursday not a Tuesday as we normally do. The regular election on November 6th will be on a Tuesday.

The three Republican candidates get to debate tonight. They will gather at the Town Council Chambers at 7:00 PM. I'll catch the replay on video as the Franklin Food Pantry holds their monthly Board meeting this evening at the same time.

If you missed the Democratic Debates, you can view the first one here and the second one here

"I learn something new every day"

One of the questions in the Democratic Debates has been what the candidates have learned from going door-to-door in their campaign effort. The Milford Daily News talked with both Republican and Democratic candidates to put this together.

With the primaries set for Thursday, Sept. 6, the candidates say each visit to a resident’s home bolsters their respect for the job they seek. 

And talking with voters face-to-face, they say, gives them a deep understanding of the mark left by James Vallee — the Franklin Democrat who occupied the seat before them — and how important it will be to carry his torch. 

"We need to make sure we continue to have a strong advocate for the 10th Norfolk," said Republican C. Stolle Singleton. "Because Representative Vallee was an unbelievable advocate for our communities."

Read more: http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/x1405834597/District-candidates-love-going-door-to-door#ixzz24pbKLip3

Franklin Public Library: Story Times Resume

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Story Times Resume

via Franklin Public Library by Franklin Public Library on 8/27/12

Library Story Times will resume on 

Tuesday September 4th

Tuesdays

Mother Goose on the Loose - Ages 0-2 - 10:30 AM

Wednesdays

Terrific Twos - 10:00 AM

                       Time for Tales - Independent 3,4,5 year olds - 10:30 AM

Thursdays

Story & Craft - Ages 4 & 5 - 10:30 AM

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