Friday, August 31, 2012

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.

Franklin, MA: Farmers Market


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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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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.

Thursday, August 30, 2012

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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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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