Climate Movement Weekly Update: Attorney General Says No New Pipelines Needed!

Check out the latest news from the Massachusetts climate movement! View this email in your browser Dear friends, For years, many of us have been saying that the new gas pipelines proposed all over the Northeast are unnecessary and will make it impossible for us to meet our climate goals. On Wednesday, a study commissioned by Attorney General Maura Healey vindicated that point of view. New pipelines are a great deal for fossil fuel companies that want to make money exporting gas overseas. But they're a terrible idea for Massachusetts. Our state is already more than 60% dependent on gas for electricity, and we should be moving as quickly as possible towards wind, solar and other renewables -- not building new fossil fuel infrastructure. Now, it's up to us to make sure everyone knows about the Attorney General's study. Read it here, and spread the word! Emily  New Study Commissioned by Attorney General Healey Shows New Pipelines Not Needed    On Wednesday, the Massachusetts Attorney General, Maura Healey, released a long-anticipated study showing that new gas pipelines are not needed in Massachusetts. The study demolishes the arguments of pipeline opponents, showing that we can meet our needs with energy efficiency and renewables at a fraction of the cost of massive new pipelines. You can check out a great infographic about the study here, and read the whole thing here!  Rally for Jobs, Justice and Climate on December 12 This December, UN delegates will meet again in Paris for yet another round of talks. We already know that even if the delegates finally reach an agreement, it won't be strong enough to prevent the worst impacts of climate change. No matter what happens in Paris, we know what we need: real climate solutions that create secure union jobs and strengthen community power and resiliency. It's up to us to lead the way -- and we're starting right here in New England with a massive rally on December 12, the day after the Paris talks end. We'll lift up the voices of New England's organized labor, immigrant rights, racial justice, and climate justice groups as we call for jobs, justice and climate action together. RSVP and get all the details here!

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FHS represented on Hockomock League Football All-Stars

From Hockomock Sports we share the official Hockomock League Football All Stars as selected by the coaches in the league.


KELLEY-REX MVP

Nick Morrison, North Attleboro

FHS Panthers

HOCKOMOCK KELLEY-REX ALL STARS

• Luke Gordon, Franklin

HONORABLE MENTIONS

• Nick Yelle, Franklin

For the complete listing
http://www.hockomocksports.com/the-2015-hockomock-football-all-stars-honorable-mentions/

Reminder: Meet the Poster Sisters of Imperfection

The Special Ed Parent Advisory Council is pleased to present Patty and Gina, imperfect sisters, and authors of Shut Up About Your Perfect Kid, A Survival Guide for Ordinary Parents of Special Children and creators of The Movement of Imperfection. The event will take place December 3, 2015 at 7:00PM in the BFCCPS Auditorium located at 201 Main Street in Franklin, MA.

Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School

Designed for caregivers of special children, this humorous, heartwarming 90-minute workshop is based on their best selling book. Using hilarious anecdotes and fun exercises (no Spandex required), the sisters will show attendees how to let go of the expectations they have for their children and embrace the reality.

The event is open to the public, for more information please contact Sarah Grome PAC President, or the Director of Student Services, Mrs. Pat Fairbanks. Learn more about this year's Special Ed PAC speakers on their website.

In the News: FPAC performs "The Nutcracker", Turkey Trot Thanksgiving morning

From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin

The Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC) next weekend will present "The Nutcracker," bringing special guest artists, world-class musicians and more than 100 area dancers to one suburban stage. 

FPAC invites audiences to fall under Drosselmeyer’s dreamy spell and join Clara and her Nutcracker prince on a journey full of surprises and wonder. A popular holiday tradition for more than two decades, "The Nutcracker" remains a highly anticipated and treasured part of the FPAC season. Set to Tchaikovsky’s beloved score, the ballet delights the imaginations of audiences young and old with festive magic and colorful splendor. 

FPAC will present "The Nutcracker" on Saturday, Dec. 5 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 6 at 2 p.m. at the Franklin High School auditorium, 218 Oak St., Franklin.

Read the full article online here (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/article/20151122/NEWS/151129832/1994/NEWS

Now in its fourth year, the Turkey Trot Family 5K Fun Run aims to both entertain and help to better the community in this giving season. 

Runners can pay to enter the race - which starts on Thanksgiving at 8 a.m. - in two ways: by either paying a $20 entry fee or donating 20 non-perishable food items. 

Krystal Whitmore, the race's organizer, said all proceeds benefit the Franklin Food Pantry. 

"My son started it four years ago as an Eagle Scout project," she said. "We got such a great response."

donations to the Food Pantry at the 2013 Turkey Trot

Read the full article online here (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/article/20151122/NEWS/151128799/1994/NEWS

Attorney General says "electric ratepayers shouldn’t foot the bill for additional pipelines"

Attorney General Maura Healey today announced that a study commissioned by her office has determined that the region is unlikely to face electric reliability issues in the next 15 years and additional energy needs can be met more cheaply and cleanly through energy efficiency and demand response. 

The study was designed to, first, determine whether the region is facing electric reliability challenges through 2030 and, second, identify the most cost-effective and clean solutions for addressing any of those challenges. 

“As we make long-term decisions about our energy future, it’s imperative we have the facts,” said AG Healey. “This study demonstrates that we do not need increased gas capacity to meet electric reliability needs, and that electric ratepayers shouldn’t foot the bill for additional pipelines. This study demonstrates that a much more cost-effective solution is to embrace energy efficiency and demand response programs that protect ratepayers and significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions.”

image from Attorney General webpage

Additional info on the Attorney General study can be found here
http://www.mass.gov/ago/news-and-updates/press-releases/2015/2015-11-18-electric-reliability-study.html

FEF Harlem Wizards Game Photos

The FEF fund raiser featuring the Harlem Wizards was a sell out. If you missed the game, you can review some of the photos posted to the FEF page on Facebook

FEF photo - Harlem Wizards game Nov 13

Additional photos can be found here
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1001552846568386.1073741828.220625687994443&type=3

Additional info on the Franklin Education Foundation can be found on their webpage
http://www.franklined.org/

FHS runners in the MIAA State Cross Country meet

From Hockomock Sports, we share the results for Hockomock runners at the MIAA State meet. Both D1 and D2 meets took place at Stanley Park, Westfield.

Girls - Division 1

Individual Results
1. Ariel Keklak, Lincoln-Sudbury – 17:25.15
16. Nicole Clermont, Franklin – 18:35.33
59. Brittany Robinson, Franklin – 19:35.86
78. Kate Hartnett, Franklin – 19:47.90
90. Sabrina Roche, Franklin – 20:07.97

one of the boys races at Stanley Park, Westfield (Hockomock Sports.com photo)

Boys - Division 1

Individual Results
1. Thomas D’Anieiri, Wellesley – 15:16.10
123. Ryan Spelman, Franklin – 17:09.51



The remainder of the Hockomock listings can be found here
http://www.hockomocksports.com/hockomock-cross-country-results-miaa-state-meet/

The full listing of the State Meeting results for D1
http://miaa.ezstream.net/index.cfm?itemid=7737

The full listing of the State Meeting results for D2
http://miaa.ezstream.net/index.cfm?itemid=7738