Hockomock playoffs: FHS girls win

Panthers Dominate Early to Blow by Marshfield

FRANKLIN, Mass -- The Lady Panthers made it pretty clear early on what kind of game it was going to be. Franklin opened up the game up 13-0 and finished the first quarter up 20-6, on their way to a 63-40 win over Marshfield. 

Read the full game report by following the link above

Hockomock Playoff Schedule & Scoreboard - 3/2/13

Here are Saturday's Hockomock playoff games.

Game of the Week - Boy's Basketball
#1 Mansfield vs. #9 Franklin, 1:00

Boys Basketball
#12 Sharon vs. #13 Quincy, 2:00
#7 Taunton @ #2 Newton North, 4:00

Game of the Week - Hockey
#1 Canton vs. #8 North Attleboro (@ Asiaf), 6:00

Hockey
#4 Oliver Ames vs. #5 Coyle & Cassidy (@ Asiaf), 2:00
#6 Mansfield vs. #14 North Quincy (@ Asiaf), 8:00
#7 Franklin vs. #2 Martha's Vineyard (@ Asiaf), 4:00

In the News: Dean College

Trial date set in Dean College sneaker assault case

by Matt Tota/Daily News staff

A trial date has been set in the case of a former Dean College student accused of pummeling a fellow student during a 2011 campus attack, leaving the victim  bloodied, shoeless, and staggering.

"It would be tremendously positive"

The funding to help the development of the SNETT trail maybe in the current budget proposal working its way through the MA budget cycle according to this from the Milford Daily News:

A pillar of Patrick’s transportation overhaul is promoting greener commuting. MassDOT, in its travel plan, suggests adding or expanding trails in several communities, though does not specifically mention the Trunkline Trail. 

"These projects were included in this transportation piece because there is a growing recognition that it is no longer just about vehicular transportation," Lambert said. 

He added that a fully developed Trunkline Trail would improve the value of the six communities it wends through. 

"Particularly in Franklin," he said, "(because) Franklin is a community that’s growing. Investments like these are a choice for growth. And employers and families looking to settle in Massachusetts are looking for some of these quality-of-life enhancements that aren’t easily replicated anywhere else."

Read more: http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/x898140363/Patricks-proposed-budget-calls-for-SNETT-investment#ixzz2MHfP8FUw

SNETT entrance on Grove St, Franklin, MA

Related posts on the Rail Trail effort:

The Governor's budget proposal and maps as shared here on Thursday
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2013/02/governor-patrick-new-online-map-shows.html

The recent Franklin Junction presentation at the Historical Museum
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2013/02/franklin-junction-photo-essay.html

Severe Weather Spotter Training - FREE at the Franklin Library on March 26

NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE SKYWARN TRAINING

FRANKLIN MA – March 26, 2013

The National Weather Service (NWS) will be conducting a severe weather spotter training session, part of its SKYWARN program, in Franklin MA

The class will be on Tuesday, March 26, 2013 between 6:30 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. It will be held at the Franklin Public Library, at 118 Main Street.

The session is open to the public at no charge. Emergency managers, police, fire, and other first responders are especially encouraged to attend. Everyone age 16 and older who stays to complete the training will be able to become trained NWS weather spotters.

The training session includes a two-hour thirty-minute computer-based presentation, which discusses the development of thunderstorms, the criteria for "severe" thunderstorms, as well as the cloud features associated with severe thunderstorms and tornadoes. Additional information will be presented about winter storms and proper snow measurement. The session will also present the procedure for reporting weather information to the National Weather Service.

It is not necessary to pre-register for this training, but anyone attending should bring a pen or pencil. If you have any questions about SKYWARN or the training sessions, please contact Bill Babcock, SKYWARN Program Leader at NWS Taunton MA, or Glenn Field, NWS Warning Coordination Meteorologist, at 508-823-1900 during normal business hours.

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Friends of the Franklin Library * P.O. Box 147 * Franklin, MA  02038 * fofl02038@gmail.com

What Are You Doing For Lunch Friday?

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What Are You Doing For Lunch Friday?

via Franklin Downtown Partnership by noreply@blogger.com (Franklin Downtown Partnership) on 2/28/13

FDP Networking Luncheon Reminder:

This Friday, March 1st is the FDP Networking Luncheon

1:00 at Dean College Campus Center Dining Hall

$6.00 for a great lunch and good company!

Come meet new members! Bring your business cards!

Please RSVP Joel Carrara at jcarrara@printsmartoffice.com

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MassBudget: Investments and Revenue in the Governor's Budget

MassBudget    Information.    Participation.  Massachusetts Budget and Policy Center    Democracy. Governor's Budget: Investments and Revenue In his budget for FY 2014, the Governor proposed significant new investments in Early Education & Care, K-12 Education, Higher Education, and Transportation. To fund these investments--and avoid cuts to other vital public services--the Governor's budget also includes a detailed plan to raise new revenue. As part of our ongoing analysis of the Governor's plan, MassBudget is releasing two new budget briefs. The first, "Investments and Revenue in the Governor's Budget," presents a concise, 2-page overview of key initiatives in the budget proposal. Notably: Significant new funding for Education, including greater support for the nearly 1 million students in K-12 public schools, increased access to quality Early Education & Care, and steps to help make Higher Education more affordable Investments to fix and improve our statewide transportation system--roads, buses, bridges, and subways The tax proposals that would fund these investment Our second brief, "Tax Policy Proposals in the Governor's FY 2014 Budget," describes the Governor's proposals to raise new revenue while increasing the fairness of our tax system. Among other things, it analyzes: The major revenue-generating piece of the Governor's plan, which involves raising the income tax rate while lowering the sales tax Changes to various deductions, including the elimination of some popular income tax breaks and the doubling of the personal exemption How Massachusetts businesses would be affected by the tax changes As a reminder, all of our work on the Governor's budget--including these new briefs--can be found here. Read INVESTMENTS AND REVENUE IN THE GOVERNOR'S BUDGET Read TAX POLICY PROPOSALS IN THE GOVERNOR'S FY 2014 BUDGET See all of our BUDGET RESOURCES The Massachusetts Budget and Policy Center (MassBudget) produces policy research, analysis, and data-driven recommendations focused on improving the lives of low- and middle-income children and adults, strengthening our state's economy, and enhancing the quality of life in Massachusetts. MASSACHUSETTS BUDGET AND POLICY CENTER 15 COURT SQUARE, SUITE 700 BOSTON, MA 02108

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Save the Date! Bay State Bike Week: May 11-19

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Save the Date! Bay State Bike Week: May 11-19

via Commonwealth Conversations: Transportation by Klark Jessen on 2/27/13

Community groups and bicycling supporters in 2012 hosted more than 150 bicycling events across Massachusetts to celebrate Bay State Bike Week. These diverse, community-based events to show that bicycling can be fun, safe and healthy included organized bike rides, bike breakfasts and even a race to see which mode of transportation can provide the fastest work commute! The challenge pitted a bicycle against a car and transit, spanning a distance of three miles from Davis Square to Kendall Square. Which mode was the quickest? The bicycle of course!

This year, Bay State Bike Week will take place from Saturday, May 11^th thru Sunday, May 19^th.  For the first time, this celebratory week of bicycle friendly activities will include two weekends to extend the opportunity for even more bicycling events.

After last year's Bay State Bike Week, Massachusetts was recognized by the League of American Bicyclists as the 3^rd most "bicycle friendly" state. Ranked 19^th in 2009, this was a significant accomplishment for Massachusetts!

Bay State Bike Week also plays a central role in MassDOT's mode shift goals to triple the levels of bicycling, walking and transit users throughout the Commonwealth by 2030.
Bay Sate Bike Week Sponsors, MassDOT, MassBike and MassRIDES look forward to celebrating another successful Bay State Bike Week across the Commonwealth this May!

Specific event participation and registration information will be posted on the Bay State Bike Week website leading up to May 11^th.For more information, contact Becca Cyr at Rebecca.Cyr@state.ma.us

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