Friday, May 21, 2021
Panther TV - Panther News for May 21 (video)
Panther News, May 21, 2021 = Produced by the Franklin High School TV Production classes
FHS baseball, softball, boys tennis, and wrestling teams all post wins
From HockomockSports.com and Twitter we share the FHS spring sports results:
Baseball = Franklin, 8 @ Oliver Ames, 0 – Final
– Holding a 2-0 lead through three innings, Franklin tacked on two runs in each the fourth, fifth, and the seventh innings to leave Frothingham Park with an 8-0 win. Ethan Voellmicke (4.2 IP, two hit, no walks, five strikeouts) and James Kuczmiec combined for the shutout on the mound for the Panthers. Chris Goode (two hits) and Eisig Chin (three hits, three runs) each hit a triple in the win, Ryan Gerety added two hits, two RBI, and a run scored, and Luc Boudreau drove in a pair of runs and scored twice for the Panthers. Christian Papasodero allowed just two earned runs in five innings of work for the Tigers.
Softball = Oliver Ames, 14 @ Franklin, 16 – Final
– Franklin rallied from nine runs down to build a seven-run lead, but then had to hold on as OA stormed back and brought the go-ahead run to the plate in the seventh. It was all OA early. The Tigers took the lead in the first on an RBI single by Grace Simone and then extended the lead to 4-0 heading into the fourth. In the fourth, the Tigers scored five times to break the game open. Taylor Lake had a bases-clearing double and Caitlin Miller brought in a run with a single. Franklin got one back in the fourth, but it still looked like a comfortable advantage for the Tigers until the Panthers exploded for 15 runs in the bottom of the fifth. Molly Collins drove in five runs, including a bases loaded triple, in the inning and Lauren Cote had a couple of hits and three RBI during the rally. From 9-0 down, the Panthers now held a 16-9 lead. OA didn’t go quietly. In the top of the seventh, OA scored five times, including two more RBI for Lake and had runners at first and second with two outs. Gabby Colace was able to turn a grounder in the hole at short into a force at third to seal a wild win for the Panthers.
– For a photo gallery of this game -> https://hockomocksports.smugmug.com/2020-2021/Spring-2021/Franklin-Oliver-Ames-Softball-05-20-21/
– For a photo gallery of this game -> https://hockomocksports.smugmug.com/2020-2021/Spring-2021/Franklin-Oliver-Ames-Softball-05-20-21/
Boys Tennis = Oliver Ames, 0 @ Franklin, 5 – Final
– Franklin took care of business in its crossover match with Oliver Ames, winning four matches in straight sets (a fifth match ended by default). Liam Marr rolled to a 6-0, 6-0 win at first singles, Vayshnav Malhotra picked up a 6-0, 6-1 decision at second singles, the team of Thomas Broyles sand Jay Gorgas added a 6-0, 6-1 win at first doubles, and juniors Tyler Fitzpatrick and Tim O’Keefe secured a 6-1, 6-1 win at second doubles.
Girls Tennis = Franklin, 1 @ Oliver Ames, 4 – Final
– Oliver Ames broke into the win column with a win over Franklin prevailing 4-1 in contest that featured five well-played and well-contested matches. OA’s Kate McCormick was victorious at first singles 6-2, 6-2 while Mae Holmes prevailed 7-6 (8-6), 0-6, 12-10 in a battle at third singles. OA’s double success continue as Caroline Peper and Morgan Vasiliou turned in a 6-1, 6-4 win at first doubles and the team of Marina Mierzwinski and Elizabeth O’Brien emerged with a 6-2, 7-6 (7-2) win at second doubles. Franklin’s Hailey Morin won 6-2, 6-2 at second singles.
Wrestling = Franklin, 48 @ Sharon, 26 – Final
Mighty win against Sharon 48-26. Pins DiFilippo, Carlucci, O’Leary, Fracassa, Cogavin, Sheridan, and Walker. #brimwnoyankee @FHSSports @HockomockSports
For all the results around the Hockomock League
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| Jenny Maciel at bat (HockomockSports.com photo) |
"Finding Easy Walks Wherever You Are" with Marjorie Turner Hollman Friday May 21st at 12:30
Please click the link below to join "Finding Easy Walks Wherever You Are" With Marjorie Turner Hollman - Friday May 21st at 12:30
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"We rise by lifting others" - Robert Ingersoll
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| Marjorie Turner Hollman |
Kitchen Table Art Workshops: Altered Book Box, Sunday, June 6, 4:00 PM
Kitchen Table Art Workshops:
Altered Book Box, Sunday, June 6, 4:00 PM
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| Kitchen Table Art Workshops: Altered Book Box, Sunday, June 6 |
Beautifying Old Discarded Books - Altered Book Box, June 6, 4-6 PM Zoom.
Registration deadline June 2.
We will hollow out a no longer used book so it is now a useful and fun box to hold your secrets and more! We will also explore ways to repurpose the remaining book sheets as art objects.
Presented on Zoom by Jacqueline Volpe, The Creativity Curator at jbvdesignstudio. You must sign up to be emailed the Zoom link. Kits providing materials and tools to be used in the workshop will be provided for the first 12 Franklin residents.
Shortly before the workshop, instructions to pick up your kit at the library and the zoom link will be emailed to you. Anyone who registers but does not receive a kit will be emailed a supply list to gather materials for the project and the zoom link.
To register please contact Assistant Library Director Kim Shipala at 508-520-4941, or email her at kshipala@minlib.net . For more information, visit Jacqueline at www.thecreativitycurator.com and email questions to her at Jacqueline@thecreativitycurator.com.
This program is funded by a grant from the Franklin Cultural Council.
Shared from the Library page https://www.franklinma.gov/franklin-public-library/news/kitchen-table-art-workshops-altered-book-box-sunday-june-6-400-pm
Boston Globe: "On unemployment in Mass.? You’ll soon be required to look for a job"
"As the state edges closer to a full reopening, the Baker administration on Thursday announced it will reinstate a requirement that anyone receiving unemployment benefits actively search for a job, effective June 15.Searching for a job was long required of those on unemployment until the pandemic struck, forcing the closings of many businesses and workplaces and wiping out hundreds of thousands of jobs.The requirement was dropped last spring in recognition to how futile it would be as the state continued to lose jobs.But the picture has improved since a year ago, when more than 500,000 people were on unemployment."
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Dark Sky Park in Maine, first in New England
"A vast expanse of forestland in Maine was designated New England’s first “dark sky park” this week.A dark sky park is defined as “a land possessing an exceptional or distinguished quality of starry nights and a nocturnal environment that is specifically protected for its scientific, natural, educational, cultural heritage, and/or public enjoyment,” according to the International Dark-Sky Association. The North Maine Woods, where the designated area is located, is one of the darkest areas on the East Coast. The property is owned by the Appalachian Mountain Club.“While the [Appalachian Mountain Club] North Maine Woods region retains its rugged character defined by the enormity of the forest here, it stands on the advancing edge of development that brings with it the end of the dark night sky,” said Dark Sky Park Superintendent Steve Tatko. “I see this designation as a way for the people of this area to re-envision the immense importance of this forest in a way that makes tangible the intrinsic beauty of the night sky we all cherish.”
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https://www.bostonglobe.com/2021/05/19/metro/maine-park-becomes-first-dark-sky-park-new-england/
Visit the International Dark-Sky Association online at -> https://www.darksky.org/
The International Dark-Sky press release can be found here
Town of Franklin acquires 2 electric vehicles with grant
"The TOF was recently awarded $15K in Green Communities Grant funds to purchase 2018 Nissan Leafs! These electric vehicles will be used by the assessors, building dept and health dept staff. They are the 1st electric cars in our fleet. Our plan is to continue replacing gas cars...
... with electric vehicles to become a more environmentally friendly community! We also installed EV charging stations at the Library and Town Hall and plan to add more at the DPW. Watch for these cars around town! #GoingGreenisKey #franklingoesgreen"
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| Town of Franklin acquires 2 electric vehicles with grant |
This Saturday: Job Fair at URCC Member Plainridge Park Casino
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Spring Beautification Volunteers & Sponsors Needed - Today!!!
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Thursday, May 20, 2021
Congressman Auchincloss: Community Office Hours in Franklin this Friday - May 21
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Recap: Finance Committee - further discussion required on draft debt stabilization policy
Quick Recap:
As with most meetings in this pandemic period, I took my notes via Twitter during the meeting reporting in real-time via the virtual session
The Twitter hashtag can be found online #fincom0519
https://twitter.com/search?q=%23fincom0519&src=typeahead_click
Photos captured during the meeting and shared via Twitter can be found in one album https://photos.app.goo.gl/7zJbzAcpmKJneQLr8
The agenda doc for this meeting can be found
https://franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/5-19-21_fincom_agenda.pdf
- Mostly discussion on the debt stabilization policy outline (no specific text draft yet). There was Q&A and a healthy discussion. Motion ultimately made to table the policy for additional discussion in next meeting. There is no rush to decide now; motion to table to June 16 meeting, passes 9-0
- With the Senate budget now released, Franklin actually is scheduled to lose about $23K from the House budget, however, once Senate makes their budget final, House and Senate will need to reconcile before sending it to the Governor.
- Discussion for June 16 meeting, scheduled for 6 PM start (again before the Town Council at 7) means that the debt stabilization topic is practically the only one for the time allotted.
As with most meetings in this pandemic period, I took my notes via Twitter during the meeting reporting in real-time via the virtual session
The Twitter hashtag can be found online #fincom0519
https://twitter.com/search?q=%23fincom0519&src=typeahead_click
Photos captured during the meeting and shared via Twitter can be found in one album https://photos.app.goo.gl/7zJbzAcpmKJneQLr8
The agenda doc for this meeting can be found
https://franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/5-19-21_fincom_agenda.pdf
- I am getting ready for the Finance Committee meeting at 6. Are you? The agenda doc and connection info can be found -> https://franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/5-19-21_fincom_agenda.pdf. #fincom0519
- Meeting opens, full set of membership for this session in Council Chambers. Motion to approve, all 4 sets of minutes for the hearings, seconded, passes 9-0 Moving to budget stabilization policy. #fincom0519
- Mostly discussion on the policy, Q&A, good discussion hard to recap until it is done. #fincom0519
- Motion to amend, withdrawn. No motions currently. Being tabled for additional discussion as no rush to decide now; motion to table, seconded, amended motion to table to June 16 meeting and review some text, seconded, passes 9-0 #fincom0519
- At next meeting masks not required. #fincom0519 Senate proposed budget is $23k less for FY22 than FY21. This is a structural issue and will be seen regularly (Franklin will need to increase support for school budget). For next 5-10 years likely to be similar.
- Budget stabilization likely only topic for Jun 16. Motion to adjourn, passes 9-0 #fincom0519
Audio of meeting to be available in a couple of days
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| Recap: Finance Committee - further discussiostan required on draft debt stabilization policy |
Mark your calendar for Farmers Market opening day = June 4, 2021
"We're so excited to partner with the FARMERS' MARKET for opening day! Mark your calendar to come support local farmers AND hear some fantastic live music on JUNE 4th!
See you there!"
Shared from Facebook -> https://www.facebook.com/399575860396247/posts/1431149310572225/
The market will operate on the Town Common as usual with a slight change in hours - now 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
Farmers Market page with schedule of events -> https://www.franklinfarmersmarketma.com/events
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| Mark your calendar for Farmers Market opening day = June 4, 2021 |
350 Mass Greater Franklin Node, meeting - Thursday, May 20
The Greater Franklin Node of 350 Massachusetts will meet this week, Thursday, May 20th, at 7:00 pm. Here is the Zoom link:
Audio by phone: +1 646 876 9923
Residents of Franklin and nearby cities and towns are welcome to attend.
Meeting Agenda: We will discuss developments nationally, statewide, and locally. We were one of several 350 Mass nodes that held protests against the financing of the Line 3 pipeline in Minnesota; we will consider future actions. We will review the bills endorsed by 350 Mass for the current MA legislative session, and lobbying actions we can take collectively and individually. We will continue our conversation about engaging our region in climate activism: working with residents and like-minded organizations, and advocating for actions and programs by our municipalities, including Franklin. Please join us to learn and contribute.
350 Massachusetts for a Better Future (https://350mass.betterfutureproject.org/) is building a powerful statewide social movement to confront the climate crisis, hold our politicians accountable and undermine the destructive influence of the fossil fuel industry. Our name comes from 350 parts per million, the safe level of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere.
350 Mass is made up of several local volunteer-led chapters we call "nodes" around the state that carry out both municipal-level and statewide campaigns, coordinated by a Statewide Steering Team (SST). The Greater Franklin Node includes Franklin and close to twenty nearby communities. We meet on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month, at 7:00 pm. For questions and information, contact the node co-coordinators, carolyncbarthel@gmail.com and/or ralph.halpern@comcast.net.
Ralph Halpern
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| 350 Mass Greater Franklin Node, meeting - Thursday, May 20 |
2021 Draft Housing Production Plan open for Public Comment through June 25, 2021
Town of Franklin, MA (@TOFranklinMA) tweeted on Wed, May 19, 2021:
The 2021 Draft Housing Production Plan is available on our website. The Town will accept input on the Draft Housing Production Plan during the Public Comment Period that runs from May 12 through June 25, 2021.
Find information posted on our website https://t.co/hSlGd0pXp0
Shared from https://t.co/rKe1HHRfdz or https://twitter.com/TOFranklinMA/status/1395078708197793796
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| 2021 Draft Housing Production Plan open for Public Comment through June 25, 2021 |
Calitri, Fenerty, Morse named to 2021 Hockomock League Indoor Track All Stars
Below are the official 2021 Hockomock League Boys Indoor Track All Stars, selected by the coaches in the league.
Hockomock League MVP
- Kyle Sarney, Oliver Ames
Hockomock League All Stars
- Nick Calitri, Franklin
Below are the official 2021 Hockomock League Girls Indoor Track All Stars, selected by the coaches in the league.
Hockomock League MVP
- Jordyn Collins, Foxboro
Hockomock League All Stars
- Lindsey Morse, Franklin
- Jill Fenerty, Franklin
For the full listing of girls https://hockomocksports.com/2021-hockomock-league-girls-indoor-track-all-stars/
for the full listing of boys https://hockomocksports.com/2021-hockomock-league-boys-indoor-track-all-stars/
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Both FHS girls and boys lacrosse post wins vs. King Philip on Wednesday
From HockomockSports.com and Twitter we share the FHS spring sports results:
Boys Lacrosse = Franklin, 16 @ King Philip, 8 – Final
– Franklin raced out to a 10-4 lead by halftime and never looked back to pick up a key division win over rival King Philip. Matt Lazzaro paced the Panthers with six goals and five assists.
Girls Lacrosse = King Philip, 3 @ Franklin, 19 – Final
Girls Lacrosse = King Philip, 3 @ Franklin, 19 – Final
"Final: Franklin 19 KP 3. Panthers won every draw but 2 and had 6 different players with at least 4 pts. Franklin now 6-0 on the season @MetroWestSportsVia Twitter: https://twitter.com/JKeene11/status/1395174821919604737
@Fhsglax @FHSSports"
For all the results around the Hockomock League
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| FHS Panthers |
New York TImes: "Lee Evans, Olympic Runner Who Protested Racism, Dies at 74"
"Lee Evans, the Black American runner who won two gold medals at the racially charged 1968 Summer Olympic Games in Mexico City and at a presentation ceremony wore a Black Panther-style beret and raised his fist to protest racism in the United States, died on Wednesday. He was 74.
His death was announced by USA Track and Field, which did not say where he died or cite the cause."
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Coverage from The Guardian: (Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
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Franklin: Job Opportunities in various Office positions as well as Summer (part-time)
Job Opportunities
To apply for a vacant position, please submit a resume and cover letter to apply@franklinma.gov. Please put the job title in the subject line of your email.
- Executive Assistant - Town Administrator's Office https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/uploads/executive-assistant-posting-may2021.pdf
- Administrative Assistant - Treasurer/Collector's Office https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/uploads/admin-assistant-treasurer-jobposting-april222021.docx.pdf
- Heavy Motor Equipment Operator - Department of Public Works https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/uploads/hmeo-external-posting-april222021.docx.pdf
- Summer Jobs - Facilities and Department of Public Works https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/uploads/summer-jobs-posting-draft-march2021.pdf
- Part-Time Office Assistant and Passport Acceptance Agent - Department of Planning and Community Development https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/uploads/office-assistant-and-passport-agent-jobposting-april12021.docx.pdf
- Substitute Custodian https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/uploads/sub.custodian-posting-april2021.docx.pdf
If you do not have a resume, you may send a completed Application for Employment instead = https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/uploads/application_for_employment_-_town_of_franklin.pdf
To receive notifications of all job opportunities in the Town of Franklin, subscribe here https://www.franklinma.gov/subscribe
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| Franklin: Job Opportunities in various Office positions as well as Summer (part-time) |
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