You can check out Wikipedia to find out what happened on this day in history.
Digging into the archives, the posting here a year ago reported on vandalism, car thieves, and the Digital Credit Union expanding by opening their office on RT 140.
In 2007, Oak St Elementary School received word that it's kindergarten had been certified by the NAEYC and the Boston Globe wrote about the short cut utility poles. I had just before that posted pictures of those poles that could be seen along Union St.
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Saturday, August 1, 2009
FHS Update and Amendment to the Program of Studies
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via FHS Principal's Blog by lightp on 7/31/09
Please excuse the date on this letter, but as I prepare to leave for vacation, I wanted to post a copy of this letter which will be sent next week to the FHS Community. The letter is designed to highlight and explain changes that will or have occurred at FHS as we prepare for the coming year. Guidance Counselors will be in the Office on August 18th and 19th to answer questions or resolve scheduling conflicts.
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FHS Update
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Friday, July 31, 2009
This is an election year for Franklin
Did you know this was an election year?
Yes, Franklin voters get to decide who will serve in the open positions shown in the table below.
Do we know who is running for these positions yet?
No, the nomination papers will be available from Deborah L. Pellegri, the Town Clark, beginning Monday, August 10th. You can take out nomination papers up until September 11th. All papers need to be returned by September 15th.
So we won't know who is running until September 15th?
Officially, yes. It is likely that as the people declare they are running there will be some announcements, press releases, etc. as their campaign gets underway.
Will Franklin Matters cover the election?
Yes, I will be providing as much information here as I can obtain. My disclosure statement can be found here or in the right column on the Franklin Matters blog.
When is election day?
When is the last day to register to vote?
October 14, 2009 at 8:00 PM at the Town Clerk’s Office, First Floor, 355 East Central Street, Municipal Building.
What if I am going to be out of town on November 3rd?
Absentee ballots will be available beginning October 13th.
What do I need to do to get an absentee ballot?
Absentee ballots are now available in the Town Clerk’s office. A registered voter who will be unable to vote at the polls on election day due to the following reasons may vote absentee up to 12:00 noon the day before the election:
(1) absence from your city or town during normal polling hours; or
(2) physical disability preventing you from going to the polling place; or
(3) religious belief.
All absentee requests must be made in writing with an original signature (no faxes or e-mails are accepted). If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to call Deborah L. Pellegri, Town Clerk, at 508-520-4900.
* These positions were appointed to fill vacancy until the next scheduled election thus, individuals holding these positions are not considered incumbents.
Please call Deborah L. Pellegri CMC, Town Clerk with any questions at 508-520-4900.
Yes, Franklin voters get to decide who will serve in the open positions shown in the table below.
Do we know who is running for these positions yet?
No, the nomination papers will be available from Deborah L. Pellegri, the Town Clark, beginning Monday, August 10th. You can take out nomination papers up until September 11th. All papers need to be returned by September 15th.
So we won't know who is running until September 15th?
Officially, yes. It is likely that as the people declare they are running there will be some announcements, press releases, etc. as their campaign gets underway.
Will Franklin Matters cover the election?
Yes, I will be providing as much information here as I can obtain. My disclosure statement can be found here or in the right column on the Franklin Matters blog.
When is election day?
DATE: TUESDAY, November 3, 2009
TIME: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM
PLACE: FRANKLIN HIGH SCHOOL FIELD HOUSE ON OAK STREET for ALL PRECINCTS
TIME: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM
PLACE: FRANKLIN HIGH SCHOOL FIELD HOUSE ON OAK STREET for ALL PRECINCTS
When is the last day to register to vote?
October 14, 2009 at 8:00 PM at the Town Clerk’s Office, First Floor, 355 East Central Street, Municipal Building.
What if I am going to be out of town on November 3rd?
Absentee ballots will be available beginning October 13th.
What do I need to do to get an absentee ballot?
Absentee ballots are now available in the Town Clerk’s office. A registered voter who will be unable to vote at the polls on election day due to the following reasons may vote absentee up to 12:00 noon the day before the election:
(1) absence from your city or town during normal polling hours; or
(2) physical disability preventing you from going to the polling place; or
(3) religious belief.
All absentee requests must be made in writing with an original signature (no faxes or e-mails are accepted). If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to call Deborah L. Pellegri, Town Clerk, at 508-520-4900.
| Name | # of Openings | Incumbent | Term of Office |
| Board of Assessors | 1 Position (For 4 years) | Robert Avakian | 2009 to 2013 |
| Board of Health | 1 Position (For 4 years) | Bruce Hunchard | 2009 to 2013 |
| Planning Board | 2 Position (For 4 years) | Anthony Padula | 2009 to 2013 |
| * 1Vacant | 2009 to 2013 | ||
| Planning Board (Associate) | * 1 vacant position (For 4 Years) | 2009 to 2013 | |
| Town Council | 9 Positions (For 2 Years) | Joseph McGann | 2009 to 2011 |
| Deborah Bartlett | |||
| R. Scott Mason | |||
| Christopher Feeley | |||
| Judith Pond Pfeffer | |||
| Thomas Doak | |||
| Shannon Zollo | |||
| Robert Vallee | |||
| Stephen Whalen | |||
| School Committee | 7 Positions (For 2 Years) | Cora Armenio | 2009 to 2011 |
| Susan Rohrbach | |||
| Paula Mullen | |||
| Edward Cafasso | |||
| Roberta Trahan | |||
| Matthew Kelly | |||
| Jeffrey Roy |
* These positions were appointed to fill vacancy until the next scheduled election thus, individuals holding these positions are not considered incumbents.
Please call Deborah L. Pellegri CMC, Town Clerk with any questions at 508-520-4900.
PanMass Challenge rides through on Saturday
Be aware that along the following routes and approximate times, the PanMass Challenge will ride through Franklin.
For more information about the Pan-Mass Challenge, including the routes, events and history, and how to make a donation, go to www.pmc.org.
A few of Franklin's riders were highlighted earlier this week here
If you know of other Franklin riders, please let me know so I can share their info here as well.
- Between 7:10 and 10:10 a.m., riders will pass through North Street in Bellingham and continue toward Prospect Street in Franklin.
- Between 7:20 and 10:45 a.m., riders will pass through Prospect Street in Franklin and continue toward Otis Street in Wrentham.
For more information about the Pan-Mass Challenge, including the routes, events and history, and how to make a donation, go to www.pmc.org.
A few of Franklin's riders were highlighted earlier this week here
If you know of other Franklin riders, please let me know so I can share their info here as well.
Want to cut college costs?
There will be a free college seminar at the Norfolk Public Library on how to cut $42,000 in college costs. Insights on why good students do not get into their first-choice colleges will also be reviewed.
Tuesday evening, August 4, at 7 PM
If you can't make it on Tuesday, this seminar will be offered again during the remainder of 2009. You can check out the full schedule here.
Who is the presenter?
Paul uses his own proven marketing techniques - just like the colleges use to sell their product to your student - to sell your student to the colleges. And he coaches your student through the entire process so that you don't have to pull out your hair.
In short, your anxiety, worry, and stress levels are dramatically reduced. Also, your relationship with your student is enhanced and the senior year is nourishing and productive – as it should be.
Paul Hemphill
Biz: 508.520.6642
Biz: 888.876.1863
Fax: 508.528.1946
Paul is a member of the United Regional Chamber of Commerce.
"Fun-ja-cational!"
The program's co-directors, Kristy Yankee, a French teacher and director of foreign languages at the high school, and Kristin Cerce, a former physical education/health teacher who will teach science this year, said the program has been a great success.
"I think the kids are making so many friends, new friends. As the week progressed, they really opened up. Every day, they have bigger smiles on their faces," said Yankee.
Read the full article about the High School Experience in the Milford Daily News here.
Thursday, July 30, 2009
Walgreens foundation
The foundation is taking shape for the Walgreens at the corner of 140 and King St.
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