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Sunday, May 6, 2018
MassBudget: Analyzing the House Budget Amendments for Fiscal Year 2019
Saturday, May 5, 2018
#FRANKLIN PS NEWS - May 2018
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UNITE's Arrive Alive Tour® Visits Tri-County Regional to Inform Students About Impaired Driving
Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School hosted UNITE's Arrive Alive Tour®, a program that simulates the dangers when texting and driving or driving while under the influence of alcohol.
Vincent Polito, a senior in the Engineering program at Tri-County, attempted to maneuver a virtual road course on a program designed to simulate driving under the influence of alcohol. "It felt like I had no control over what I was doing and that there was input delay but with my brain," said Polito. "The good news is, I didn't kill anyone. Even better news is that it wasn't real."
UNITE's Arrive Alive Tour® program uses a high-tech simulator, impact video, and a number of other resources to educate the public about the dangers of texting while driving and intoxicated driving. The simulator allows participants to experience the potential consequences of distracted and impaired driving in a controlled environment.
Nearly one-third of all traffic deaths involve alcohol-impaired drivers. Every two minutes, a person is injured in a drunk driving crash. On average, two in three people will be involved in a drunk driving crash in their lifetime. In 2014, the highest percentage of drunk drivers involved in fatal crashes were in the age range of 21 to 24. Every day, people drive drunk more than 300,000 times. However, only about 3,200 of those people are arrested.
One of the most commonly recognized driving distractions is cell phone use. About 89 percent of all Americans have a cell phone, according to CTIA – The Wireless Association. Drivers under 20 years old have the highest proportion of distraction-related fatal crashes according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Their lack of driving experience can contribute to critical misjudgments if they become distracted. Not surprisingly, they text more than any other age group, and the number of young drivers who text is only increasing.
"We are pleased to have UNITE's Arrive Alive Tour® program to come to Tri-County in order to educate our students on the impact of distractions like texting while driving as well as driving under the influence of alcohol, which can be detrimental to themselves and others," said Principal Michael Procaccini. "Engaging students in real-life scenarios teaches them to be alert and better-equipped to handle dangerous situations and behaviors which will be safer for our community."
UNITE brings health and wellness programs to high schools, colleges, and communities across the nation. Its programs are designed to heighten awareness to the dangers and consequences of impaired driving. These events have a powerful impact on students to reinforce the subjects that schools and parents teach them daily.
Vincent Polito, a senior in the Engineering program at Tri-County, attempted to maneuver a virtual road course on a program designed to simulate driving under the influence of alcohol. "It felt like I had no control over what I was doing and that there was input delay but with my brain," said Polito. "The good news is, I didn't kill anyone. Even better news is that it wasn't real."
UNITE's Arrive Alive Tour® program uses a high-tech simulator, impact video, and a number of other resources to educate the public about the dangers of texting while driving and intoxicated driving. The simulator allows participants to experience the potential consequences of distracted and impaired driving in a controlled environment.
Nearly one-third of all traffic deaths involve alcohol-impaired drivers. Every two minutes, a person is injured in a drunk driving crash. On average, two in three people will be involved in a drunk driving crash in their lifetime. In 2014, the highest percentage of drunk drivers involved in fatal crashes were in the age range of 21 to 24. Every day, people drive drunk more than 300,000 times. However, only about 3,200 of those people are arrested.
One of the most commonly recognized driving distractions is cell phone use. About 89 percent of all Americans have a cell phone, according to CTIA – The Wireless Association. Drivers under 20 years old have the highest proportion of distraction-related fatal crashes according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Their lack of driving experience can contribute to critical misjudgments if they become distracted. Not surprisingly, they text more than any other age group, and the number of young drivers who text is only increasing.
"We are pleased to have UNITE's Arrive Alive Tour® program to come to Tri-County in order to educate our students on the impact of distractions like texting while driving as well as driving under the influence of alcohol, which can be detrimental to themselves and others," said Principal Michael Procaccini. "Engaging students in real-life scenarios teaches them to be alert and better-equipped to handle dangerous situations and behaviors which will be safer for our community."
UNITE brings health and wellness programs to high schools, colleges, and communities across the nation. Its programs are designed to heighten awareness to the dangers and consequences of impaired driving. These events have a powerful impact on students to reinforce the subjects that schools and parents teach them daily.
Tri-County RVTHS, located at 147 Pond Street in Franklin, is a recipient of the High Schools That Work Gold Achievement Award and serves the communities of Franklin, Medfield, Medway, Millis, Norfolk, North Attleboro, Plainville, Seekonk, Sherborn, Walpole, and Wrentham.
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In the News: Y opens farm in Bellingham; Change your Twitter password
From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:
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http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20180503/bellingham-hockomock-area-ymca-unveils-garden
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http://www.milforddailynews.com/zz/news/20180503/twitter-finds-security-bug-advises-changing-passwords
"Organic, community-harvested tomatoes, peppers, eggplant and other vegetables will be ripe for picking come fall, thanks to the Hockomock Area YMCA’s newest volunteer farm in Bellingham.
Officials held their ribbon-cutting ceremony in front of the developing garden at 200 Center St. on Thursday afternoon, where a crowd gathered to witness the event and tour the new garden area.
Marykate Bergen, a member of the Health Innovation Team at the YMCA, said the focus is the provide healthier options for children and families.
“It’s a great way to get people access to healthy, locally-grown food in their own community,” she said. “Also, the volunteer opportunities allow people to get out and be more connected to the future of eating.”
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http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20180503/bellingham-hockomock-area-ymca-unveils-garden
"Twitter is advising all users to change their passwords.
The company said Thursday that it recently discovered a bug that stored passwords in an internal log in an unprotected form.
Twitter says there’s no indication that there was a breach or that any of the passwords were misused. But as a precaution, Twitter recommends users consider changing the passwords they use to log onto Twitter. They should also change that password if they used it for any other services."
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http://www.milforddailynews.com/zz/news/20180503/twitter-finds-security-bug-advises-changing-passwords
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Growing Herbs Inside All Year Round - May 10
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Friday, May 4, 2018
Upcoming Events in Franklin, MA: FRI 5/4/18 - THU 5/10/18
All Day ArtWeek Franklin - find all events HERE
10am-12pm Knitting Group @ Franklin Public Library
5:30pm Heart with Hope Restorative Yoga (for parents and loved ones of those suffering from addiction) @ Sacred Tree Yoga, Norfolk
6:30pm Winery Tour, Tasting, Classic Oldies @ La Cantina Winery
7pm Yoga for Recovery @ Sacred Tree Yoga, Norfolk
7pm Franklin SEPAC Comedy Night @ Showcase Live
SATURDAY 5/5/18
All Day Franklin MBTA Line: shuttle buses during weekend Forge Park - Readville
All Day ArtWeek Franklin - find all events HERE
10am Franklin Fives Road Race (registration starts at 8:30am) @ Remington Middle School
10am-1pm Camp Wiggi Open House @ Franklin YMCA
10am-1pm Franklin Historical Museum Open
11am ArtWeek: Notable Blend (women’s singing group) @ Franklin Historical Museum
2pm ArtWeek: Growing Up in an Italian-American Family @ Franklin TV, 23 Hutchinson St.
SUNDAY 5/6/18
All Day Franklin MBTA Line: shuttle buses during weekend Forge Park - Readville
All Day ArtWeek Franklin - find all events HERE
9am Race for Recovery 5K @ Remington Middle School
10:30am Walk of Tears (sponsored by Franklin and KP SADD) @ Franklin High School
1-4pm Best Buddies - Wine Tasting Fundraiser @ La Cantina Winery
1-4pm Franklin Historical Museum Open
1-4pm Friends of Franklin Dog Park FUNdraiser @ Pour Richard’s
2pm ArtWeek: Kai Olson @ Franklin Historical Museum
MONDAY 5/7/18
10:30am Move Along @ Franklin Public Library
11am Toddler Playgroup @ Franklin Public Library
11am Book Discussion Group @ Franklin Senior Center
3pm Monday Crafternoons @ Franklin Public Library
6pm Introduction to Drawing @ Franklin Public Library
TUESDAY 5/8/18
9:30am Bocce Season Starts (new players welcome) @ Franklin Senior Center
10:30am Get Ready for Kindergarten @ Franklin Public Library
11:15am Todler Playgroup @ Franklin Public Library
1pm Low Vision Support Group @ Franklin Senior Center
7pm School Committee Meeting @ Municipal Building
7:30pm Franklin and Bellingham Rail Trail Committee monthly meeting @ Franklin YMCA
WEDNESDAY 5/9/18
10:30am Terrific Toddlers @ Franklin Public Library
11am Toddler Playgroup @ Franklin Public Library
11am Senior Player Performance @ Franklin Senior Center
4pm Construction Junction @ Franklin Public Library
6:30pm Teen Advisory Board @ Franklin Public Library
7pm FHS Pops Night Concert @ Franklin High School
7pm Town Council Meeting @ Municipal Building
7pm Cultural Connections @ Rhapsody’s Victorian Coffee House
7:30pm Let’s Laugh Today (laughter yoga) @ FUSF
THURSDAY 5/10/18
9:30am Baby Tummy Time @ Franklin Public Library
10:30am Story and Craft @ Franklin Public Library
11:15am Toddler Playgroup @ Franklin Public Library
1pm Introduction to Drawing @ Franklin Senior Center
3:30pm Discovery Workshop: Solids, Liquids, Gases @ Franklin Public Library
5-8pm Franklin Historical Museum Open
7pm Healing Hearts Community Support Group @ Franklin YMCA
For the Town of Franklin Public Calendar click HERE.
For all other events and Franklin happenings click HERE.
*To submit an event for the Community Calendar, please use this FORM
19 Medical Careers Students Celebrated with Pinning Ceremony
Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School friends and family members joined Medical Careers instructors, Suzanne Dodakian, Paula Hutchinson and Anne-Marie Guanci in honoring senior students for all their certifications and accomplishments with a pinning ceremony.
Since beginning their Medical Careers program, students received the following certifications/training:
Since beginning their Medical Careers program, students received the following certifications/training:
- Sophomore year: American Heart Association's First Aid and CPR, OSHA, Dean Vaughn Medical Terminology, and the Alzheimer Association's Dementia Care training.
- Junior year: Certified Nursing Assistant.
- Senior Year: Home Health Aide Training, AHA Health Care Provider CPR with AED, and some students completed First Responder Training.
- Esmirna Amaya of North Attleboro
- Ashley Barratt of North Attleboro
- Alyssa Bartick of Plainville
- Krista Beaulieu of Wrentham
- Alivia Carney of North Attleboro
- Katrina Chapman of North Attleboro
- Rosa DeMartinis of Medway
- Rianna Deveau of Medway
- Margaret Dolitka of Franklin
- Hannah Goudreau of North Attleboro
- Hannah Graveline of North Attleboro
- Kassidy Lane of Franklin
- Isabella Leonardi of Plainville
- Ryan Malewicz of Mills
- Amanda Merigo of North Attleboro
- Kaylee O'Reilly of North Attleboro
- Alberto Renovato-Sanchez of Franklin
- Olivia Ryan of North Attleboro
- Britni Thibodeau of Franklin
19 Medical Careers Students Celebrated with Pinning Ceremony
Tri-County RVTHS, located at 147 Pond Street in Franklin, is a recipient of the High Schools That Work Gold Achievement Award and serves the communities of Franklin, Medfield, Medway, Millis, Norfolk, North Attleboro, Plainville, Seekonk, Sherborn, Walpole, and Wrentham.
FHS baseball, softball and both lacrosse teams posts wins on Thursday
Via HockomockSports we share the results of the FHS spring sports action on Thursday, May 3, 2018.
Baseball = Sharon, 0 @ Franklin, 11 – Final
– Bryan Woelfel went six innings to pick up the win for the Panthers, striking out two and allowing only two hits. Will Pacheco threw a scoreless seven and struck out two to finish the game for Franklin. Brendan Rivera, Cooper Ross, Jake Noviello, and Alex Haba each scored a run and drove in a run in the game, while Jake Macchi scored three times in the win. Ben Schwartz and Max Tarlin had the two hits for the Eagles.
Softball = Franklin, 15 @ Sharon, 1 – Final (6 Inn.)
– Franklin broke the game open with a seven-run second inning to put the Panthers on the way to a third straight win. Jackie Cherry held the Eagles without a hit in her three innings in the circle, striking out seven. Cherry also went 2-for-3 with a triple, homer, and four RBI at the plate. Natalie Stott also went 2-for-3, drove in a pair of runs and scored three times. Gabby Colace went 2-for-2 with two RBI for the Panthers and Macie Phillips threw three innings in her varsity debut, allowing only one hit and striking out three. Nickie Martinez drove in the lone run for the Eagles and junior catcher turned a nice double play from behind the plate.
Boys Lacrosse = Franklin, 22 @ Taunton, 1 – Final
Girls Lacrosse = Taunton, 1 @ Franklin, 21 – Final
– Mairead Goguen scored two goals and had two assists for the Panthers, while Corinne Lewis had two goals. Kate Morse and Sydney Hawkins both scored their first goals of the season in the win.
For the other results around the Hockomock League
https://hockomocksports.com/thursdays-schedule-scoreboard-05-03-18/
Baseball = Sharon, 0 @ Franklin, 11 – Final
– Bryan Woelfel went six innings to pick up the win for the Panthers, striking out two and allowing only two hits. Will Pacheco threw a scoreless seven and struck out two to finish the game for Franklin. Brendan Rivera, Cooper Ross, Jake Noviello, and Alex Haba each scored a run and drove in a run in the game, while Jake Macchi scored three times in the win. Ben Schwartz and Max Tarlin had the two hits for the Eagles.
Softball = Franklin, 15 @ Sharon, 1 – Final (6 Inn.)
– Franklin broke the game open with a seven-run second inning to put the Panthers on the way to a third straight win. Jackie Cherry held the Eagles without a hit in her three innings in the circle, striking out seven. Cherry also went 2-for-3 with a triple, homer, and four RBI at the plate. Natalie Stott also went 2-for-3, drove in a pair of runs and scored three times. Gabby Colace went 2-for-2 with two RBI for the Panthers and Macie Phillips threw three innings in her varsity debut, allowing only one hit and striking out three. Nickie Martinez drove in the lone run for the Eagles and junior catcher turned a nice double play from behind the plate.
Boys Lacrosse = Franklin, 22 @ Taunton, 1 – Final
Girls Lacrosse = Taunton, 1 @ Franklin, 21 – Final
– Mairead Goguen scored two goals and had two assists for the Panthers, while Corinne Lewis had two goals. Kate Morse and Sydney Hawkins both scored their first goals of the season in the win.
For the other results around the Hockomock League
https://hockomocksports.com/thursdays-schedule-scoreboard-05-03-18/
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Stormwater Management Public Forum on May 15 & May 23
Stormwater Management Public Forum on May 15 and May 23
http://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/news/stormwater_mailer_franklin.pdf
May 15, 2018
6 - 7:30 PM - Franklin Municipal Building
355 East Central St, Franklin MA
May 23 2018
6 - 7:30 PM - Franklin Municipal Building
355 East Central St, Franklin MA
http://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/news/stormwater_mailer_franklin.pdf
May 15, 2018
6 - 7:30 PM - Franklin Municipal Building
355 East Central St, Franklin MA
May 23 2018
6 - 7:30 PM - Franklin Municipal Building
355 East Central St, Franklin MA
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| rain garden doing what it is supposed to, catch the rain and let the ground soak it in |
Fund raiser for Franklin Dog Park - May 6
Fundraising event wine/beer tasting, complimentary snacks, entertainment, and door prizes to benefit Franklin Dog Park on Sunday, May 6, 1-4 PM.
At Pour Richards Wine and Spirits, 14 Grove St, Franklin, MA.
Follow the event on Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/events/410574679353426/
At Pour Richards Wine and Spirits, 14 Grove St, Franklin, MA.
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| Fund raiser for Franklin Dog Park - May 6 |
Follow the event on Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/events/410574679353426/
Parent & Child Painting Night - May 17
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