Wednesday, October 23, 2013

Panther Pride Night

At Franklin High School, beginning at 5:30 PM.

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Panther Pride Night

Franklin Girls soccer clinch Hockomock League title


The Franklin Panthers clinched a Kelley-Rex division title on Tuesday night at King Philip with a 2-0 victory over the Warriors. Lindsey Mastaj had a goal and assist to lead the defending state champions and ruin senior night for the hosts.

You ca read the full write up at HocokmockSports.com here
http://www.hockomocksports.com/1/post/2013/10/franklin-girls-clinch-league-title-against-kp.html


Franklin Lions Present: Legends Concert


The Franklin Lions Present:
Legends Concert

Starring:
Neal Diamond
Garth Brooks
Celine Dion
And
Michael Jackson

Saturday October 26th, 2013
At
The Franklin Elks Hall
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Tickets:
$20.00 at the door


In the News: Judge halts purchase, housing sales peak

Judge halts purchase of Boston Globe, Worcester Telegram & Gazette

A Worcester Superior Court judge has issued a restraining order that halted the sale of the Boston Globe and Telegram & Gazette to Red Sox owner John W. Henry.

Mass. housing sales reach 8-year high

More single-family homes were sold in Massachusetts last month than in any September in the past eight years, two organizations that track the real estate market reported today.



Tuesday, October 22, 2013

Service change on Franklin Line train 731 will be held at South station until 12:30 AM on Wednesday and Thursday due to world series games

Yes, this is good news for the baseball fans looking to catch the last train out of Boston on Wednesday and Thursday.


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Service change on Franklin Line train 731 will be held at South station until 12:30 AM on Wednesday and Thursday due to world series games


Last updated: Oct 22 2013 8:16 PM


Horace Mann/Oak St: Response Plan


A message from OAK STREET ELEMENTARYDear Parents/Guardians:

Both the schools and the police have received several parent phone calls in response to the Blackboard Connect message sent to parents of Horace Mann Students yesterday afternoon regarding rumors of alleged threats to the school.

We want to reassure you that we have thoroughly investigated this matter and have found no evidence of any credible threat to the school or its students. Consistent with the District's Crisis Response Plan, the school has consulted with the Franklin Police Department to ensure that every measure is taken to maintain a safe school environment for your children.

HMMS School administration and faculty had discussions with students today about the impact of spreading rumors on individual students and the school community.

Both the administrators and counseling staff continue to be available to address any additional concerns you or your child may have regarding this matter.

Sincerely,

Shawn Fortin HMMS Principal   Katelyn Demers
HMMS Assistant Principal

Corine Minkle   
Oak Street Principal
Kathleen Gerber
Oak Street Assistant Principal

This e-mail has been sent to you by OAK STREET ELEMENTARY. To maximize their communication with you, you may be receiving this e-mail in addition to a phone call with the same message. If you wish to discontinue this service, please inform OAK STREET ELEMENTARY either IN PERSON, by US MAIL, or by TELEPHONE at 508-541-7890.

DelCarte Open Space (photo essay)

On my ride around Franklin on Saturday, I stopped by DelCarte to see the new foundation poured for the playground.

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one view of the foundation


DelCartePlayground_2
with back to Pleasant St, another view


From March, the display and information on the proposal for the playground.

DelCarte Recreation Proposal
playground model as displayed in March 2013

You can view additional info from the posting in March here
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2013/03/delcarte-recreation-proposal.html


DelCarte_Dam_1
at the end of the dam


DelCarte_Dam_2
wonderful autumn color!


DelCarte_Swan_1
one swan a swimming


DelCarte_Swan_2
two swans a swimming


DelCarte_Swan_3
hmm, ok - wishing I had my telephoto lens


DelCarte_Dam_3
reflection #1


DelCarte_Dam_4
reflection #2


DelCarte_Swan_4
preening and eating