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Tuesday, September 10, 2024
Samaritans: Webinar scheduled for Sep 13 on "Preventing Suicide in Boston"
SAFE After Dark includes an Open Mic & performance by Elastic 5 - CANCELED
Sorry, later the day this was shared, the info came back that this event was canceled.
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Shared from -> https://www.facebook.com/share/p/f17AZskL4QdUV223/
K9 Robbi, End of Watch, September 9, 2024
K9 Robbie answered his last call on Monday, Sept 9, 2024. Follow the link to review the Franklin Police official video of the brief service recognition.
"Today was a sad day for the FPD as we said goodbye to K9 Robbi. K9 Robbi passed away this afternoon following a brief illness.K9 Robbi joined the Franklin Police Department in 2017 and served for 7 distinguished years. K9 Robbi was named after SSG Robert Pirelli of Franklin. SSG Pirelli was a member of the 10th Special Forces Group (Airborne) and was killed in action in August of 2007. K9 Robbi was a dedicated guardian to Officer Michael Gilboy and his family. K9 Robbi was Officer Gilboy’s 4th dog with the FPD in his 20 + years of service.K9 Robbi has assisted in numerous searches for people and evidence while a member of the patrol division and Metro-LEC SWAT. He will be very much missed. Our thoughts go out to Officer Gilboy and his family. As we said goodbye to K9 Robbi we were joined by the Gilboy family, members of the Metro-LEC team, and area K9 handlers.K9 Robbi, End of Watch, September 9th, 2024."
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| K9 Robbi, End of Watch, September 9, 2024 |
Franklin TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) schedule for Tuesday, Sep 10, 2024
- wfpr.fm or 102.9 on the FM dial = Tuesday
9:00 AM 12:00 Noon and 6:00 PM Jazz Journey – with Pamela Hines
2 hours. An insightful tour of Jazz Greats in a golden era
2 hours. An insightful tour of Jazz Greats in a golden era
11:00 AM 2 PM and 8:00 PM SAFE Radio– Jim Derick and Dr. Anne Bergen
Addressing issues of Drug Abuse Disorder
- Franklin All Access TV - Our Public Access Channel (Comcast 6, Verizon 26) = TUESDAY
7:30 am Joe Landry: Funeral Homes
9:00 am Mental Health: Elizabeth Hagy
10:00 am Frank Presents: Muriel Kramer
10:30 am Frank Presents: Tamisha Civil
11:00 am Frank Presents: John Deaton
12:00 pm Brook'n'Cookin': Quinoa
12:30 pm Cooking with Linda: Crescent Rolls
1:30 pm Pizzapalooza: Emergency Pizza
2:00 pm New England Candlepins: Summer 2018 Show 8
3:00 pm Candlepin New Generation: Show 1
3:30 pm Riffin' on Main Street: Katherine Kennedy
4:30 pm Winning Ways with the MIAA: Referee Shortage Pt1
7:30 pm Fallen Heroes Pt 5
8:30 pm Endless Konnections: Kanaya Ryland
9:30 pm Shelley Otis: Harpist
- Franklin Pride TV - Our Educational Channel (Comcast 8, Verizon 28) = TUESDAY
7:00 am Public School Concert: FHS Spring Jazz '22
9:00 am Cultural Council: BT ALC Big Band
10:30 am Winning Ways with the MIAA: Referee Shortage 2
11:30 am FHS Varsity Volleyball: v Lincoln-Sudbury 09-26-23
2:00 pm Mental Health: Elizabeth Hagy
5:30 pm All-Town Showcase 2024: Chorus and Orchestra
7:00 pm FHS Boys Varsity Soccer v Oliver Ames 09-05-24
9:00 pm FHSTC: Peter and the Starcatcher
- Franklin Town Hall TV - Our Government Channel (Comcast 9, Verizon 29) = TUESDAY
8:00 am School Committee 08-27-24
12:00 pm Master Plan Committee 09-03-24
2:00 pm School Committee 08-27-24
7:00 pm School Committee CHAMBERS 890 4181 3310 Code 289751
Get this week's program guide for Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) online http://franklin.tv/programguide.pdf
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Monday, September 9, 2024
What's happening in Franklin, MA: Monday, September 9, 2024?
Monday, September 9
9:00am Fallen Hero: David Bullukian
3:30pm Petite Picassos (ages 6-12)
4:00pm Cruise Night in Franklin
6:15pm Girls Basketball Clinic
** Town Meetings today **
Planning Board Meeting
Event Date: Monday, September 9, 2024 - 7:00pm
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| 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:
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
The School district calendar is found https://franklinpublicschooldistrictma.sites.thrillshare.com/o/fpsd/page/school-calendars
The School district calendar is found https://franklinpublicschooldistrictma.sites.thrillshare.com/o/fpsd/page/school-calendars
Fallen Hero Recognition: David Bullukian - Sep 9, 2024, 9 AM
Memorial event today (9/9/24) at 9 AM on the Town Common Veterans Walkway to honor Warrant Officer David Bullukian, WWII.
This program will include the placing of a Memorial Wreath for the day, the playing of Taps, a salute from those present, and a reading of whatever history may be available for that veteran. This is a way of keeping the memory of that veteran alive.
Fallen Hero: Warrant Officer David Bullukian, Jr., U.S. Army Air Corps
Warrant Officer David Bullukian, Jr., U.S. Army Air Corps, was born in Franklin on June 11, 1919, the son of David and Lucy Bullukian. David lived at 64 Cottage Street with his parents and sister, Beatrice. He graduated from Franklin High School in 1937 and served in the local Naval Reserve.
David joined the Army Air Corps where he rose steadily ahead in rank after attending the army air force advanced flying school for twin engine aircraft. He was one of 20 enlisted men to receive the coveted appointment as a warrant officer and served as the assistant post technical inspector at the Greenwood Army Air Field. Warrant Officer David Bullukian, Jr. was killed in a plane crash in the Midwest in 1943.
In the memorial service for Warrant Officer David Bullukian, Jr. the Rev. Holge N. Schluntz expressed these words, “We recall with gratitude the splendid personal characteristics and patriotism of this young man.”
Warrant Officer David Bullukian, Jr., age 24, left his young wife Jeanette of Indiana at the time of his death in 1943.
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| Fallen Hero: Bullukian |
Originally post here -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2014/01/fallen-hero-john-emidio-pasquantonio.html
For the full published series of Fallen Heroes you can visit this link
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2013/08/franklin-fallen-heroes-series.html
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2013/08/franklin-fallen-heroes-series.html
Photo album of the Fallen Hero pillars along the Veterans Walkway
The video series of recognition ceremonies for 2024 (YTD)
Harvest Festival help needed -can you volunteer an hour or 2 ???
via the Franklin Downtown Partnership (FDP):
"Attention Franklin residents!!!
You know the old saying…it takes a village!
The Harvest Festival is a beloved family event that the downtown partnership has hosted for 21 years!!! But we CANNOT do it alone.
Our entire committee is made up of volunteers giving their time to make sure the event can go off successfully and safely. If you have 1-2 hours to give on Sept 28th please email us at fdpevent@gmail.com.
Your spared hour goes a LONG way for us!
Help us keep this event going!" #volunteer #communityservice #franklinma
PS - in the FDP general meeting last week, they also indicated they would like to expand the Strawberry Stroll (and Harvest Festival) by continuing up Main St past Eamons to the Library. That cannot be done without additional volunteers.
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| Harvest Festival help needed -can you volunteer an hour or 2 ??? |
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Economic Development Subcmte gets update on branding project, Franklin consultant selected (audio)
FM #1273 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1273 in the series.
This session of the radio show shares the audio recording of the Economic Development Subcommittee (EDC) held on Wednesday, September 4, 2024 in the Council Chambers.
All four members of the subcommittee were present in Chambers (Hamblen, Chandler, Sheridan & Frongillo).
Deputy Administrator Amy Frigulietti provided an overview of the consultant selection process which was put out to bids, the bids reviewed, consultants interviewed, and then Franklin resident A.J. Rebecchi was announced as selected.
The branding survey responses and other materials collected in this effort will be shared with AJ as work on the branding continues.
The town seal will remain for official documents. The branding effort will better position Franklin departmental information with a consistent look & feel, better enable sharing of info via the social channels, and be utilized gradually in the planned wayfinding signs, vehicles markings, etc.
The recording of the meeting runs about 20 minutes. Audio link ->
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Agenda doc ->
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/agendas/edc_agenda_-_sept_4_2024.pdf
The 5 vendor submissions can be found in the agenda doc. The winning selection (AJ's) is here -> https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/aj_rebecchi_branding_proposal_1.pdf
Franklin TV video link -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sONSboI1JCM
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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.
This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help.
How can you help?
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Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening.
For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/ or www.franklin.news/
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The music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley". The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana" c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission.
I hope you enjoy!
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Ballroom dancing classes starting soon with Lifelong Learning
With or without a partner, you can learn different ballroom dance styles while having a great time!
Go to bit.ly/3ROow7h to learn more.
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| Ballroom dancing classes starting soon with Lifelong Learning |
Norfolk County Register of Deeds reports August 2024 real estate activity increase
Norfolk County Register of Deeds William P. O'Donnell reported that Norfolk County recordings for the month of August 2024 indicate an increase in overall real estate activity, with increases in the total number of deeds and mortgages recorded as compared to August 2023.
The Registry of Deeds recorded 9,367 documents in August 2024. This was 14% more than in August 2023, and a 5% decrease compared to July 2024.
"Lending activity, real estate sales, and transfers make up a majority of the documents recorded at the Registry of Deeds and August showed some significant increase in both categories. Noted Norfolk County Register of Deeds William P. O'Donnell. "The rise in recorded documents indicates a healthy level of real estate activity. It will be interesting to see if this trend continues into the fall."
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| Norfolk County Register of Deeds reports August 2024 real estate activity increase |
The total number of deeds recorded for August 2024, which reflects both, was 1,500, up 19% from August 2023 and down 1% from July 2024. However, looking at just home sales from last month, August 2024 saw a 20% increase compared to last year.
The substantial increase in the number of property sales compared to August 2023 is a good sign that the real estate market is thriving, and we are seeing pockets of the market here in Norfolk County that are seeing growth and stability, particularly in certain neighborhoods and property types," stated Register O'Donnell. "It will be important to monitor if this positive trend persists in the coming months."
The average sale price of commercial and residential properties for August 2024 rose to $1,267,950, a 14% increase compared to August 2023 and an increase of 31% from July 2024. The total dollar volume of commercial and residential sales is also up, increasing by 36% from last year and up 23% from last month.
"While we are seeing an increase in the number of property sales I think many would agree that it is a difficult market for buyers, especially first-time home buyers, due to the limited inventory of available property and an increase in property prices compared to previous years," stated Register O'Donnell.
In August, lending activity increased compared to the same month a year ago. A total of 1,450 mortgages were recorded in August 2024, up 17% from August 2023 and exactly the same number recorded last month.
"This rise in lending activity may be a result of the increase in property sales and would indicate that those who bought property financed it through a lender. We will need to wait and see if a future decrease in mortgage interest rates encourages more individuals to secure mortgages for new homes," Register O'Donnell stated.
The Norfolk County Registry of Deeds has been closely monitoring the foreclosure market. In August 2024, there were 10 foreclosure deeds recorded as a result of mortgage foreclosures taking place in Norfolk County, more than the 3 recorded in August 2023. Additionally, in August 2024, there were 34 notices to foreclose, the first step in the foreclosure process, more than the 22 recorded in August 2023.
"The number of these notices is troubling. It suggests that more of our neighbors may have financial difficulties in the future," said O'Donnell. "If you are having difficulty paying your monthly mortgage, please consider contacting one of these non-profit agencies for help and guidance," said O'Donnell.
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.
O'Donnell concluded, "August was a strong month for lending activity and property sales, suggesting a positive outlook for the real estate market in the coming months. However, it will be important to continue monitoring these trends in the coming months to see if this growth is sustainable or if it may be a temporary surge."
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.
Spirit week at the Senior Center, pajama day starts it off today!
"It’s SPIRIT WEEK at the #franklinseniorcenter Join us for a FABULOUS, FUN filled week.
We cap it off with “Formal Friday”. Wear your fancy cloths and have your photo professionally taken! #spiritweek #franklinma"
Shared from -> https://www.instagram.com/reel/C_qTlLNR1gj/
Listen to Ariel, Sarah & I talk about all the event highlights for September at the Senior Center -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2024/09/sarah-ariel-share-scoop-on-event.html
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| Spirit week at the Senior Center, pajama day starts it off today! |
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