FHS Wrestling takes 1st place at Mt Hope Tournament

Via HockomockSports and Twitter we share the results of the FHS wrestling tournament on Saturday, Dec 9, 2017.


Wrestling = Mt. Hope Tournament (Franklin, Stoughton)
– Franklin had a wrestler place in the top three in 10 of the 14 weight classes, and won five of those 10 brackets. Franklin finished first with 256 points, over 100 points more than second place. 
Ian Bakalars (120), TJ Remillard (132), Mike Racca (145), Seamus Cogavin (152), and Bruce Johnson (195) all took first place, 
Jake Carlucci (106) and Jack Coughlin (220) each took second, 
and Ken Sauer (113), Jordan Carlucci (126), and Brian Farrell (138) all placed third. 

Stoughton placed fifth overall with 97 points. Paul Feeney was the lone winner for the Black Knights, taking first in the 220 bracket while Malachi Green was second in the 195 bracket.


For the other results around the Hockomock League on Saturday
https://hockomocksports.com/saturdays-schedule-scoreboard-12-09-17/

From the Twitterverse:

Outstanding Wrestler goes to Ian Bakalars. pic.twitter.com/1TYCyQtjRT

— Franklin Wrestling (@FHSWrestle) December 9, 2017

Team Result- 1st: Franklin- 256. 2nd: Mt. Hope High- 146.5. #FHSWrestle

— Franklin Wrestling (@FHSWrestle) December 9, 2017

Results- 1st: Bakalars, Remillard, Racca, Cogavin, Johnson. 2nd: Jake Carlucci, Coughlin. 3rd: Sauer, Jordan Carlucci, McKenna, Farrell

— Franklin Wrestling (@FHSWrestle) December 9, 2017

FHS Panthers

Encore Music Education Foundation Event - Dec 17

If you're looking to support local music education, check out the Encore Music Education Foundation's online auction at www.biddingforgood.com/EMEF.

The Encore Music Education Foundation, Inc.'s Music for the Win Benefit Program will be hosted on December 17th, 2017. The evening will feature appetizers, a sit down dinner, and dessert. It will also feature performances from Encore Music Academy's students, faculty, and recording ensemble, the EnHarmonix.

During the event there will be raffle tickets sold for multiple raffle items on site, as well as $20 tickets for the chance to win $2,500 in cash. We will also be hosting an online and in-person Silent Auction which includes over 40 exciting items! 100% of the proceeds from this event benefit students of music through providing funds for merit-based scholarships and needs-based subsidies.

Tickets can be bought online, where you can register for the auction as well. Come join us for an evening filled with music, community, and fun!

Encore Music Education Foundation Event - Dec 17

FHS girls basketball wins in OT, both Indoor track teams run away with a win

From HockomockSports we share the FHS results from the opening night of winter sports.


Girls Basketball = Franklin, 33 vs. Holy Name, 29 – Final (OT) 
– Freshman Elizabeth Wilson was fouled in the final seconds of regulation and hit all three free throws for Franklin to force overtime in the season opener. The Panthers outscored Holy Name 5-2 in the extra period to earn the win. Franklin rallied from 19-10 down at halftime, helped by holding the Naps scoreless in the third quarter. Sophomore Breanna Atwood led the Panthers with nine points, while Ali Brigham and Wilson each scored six in the win.

Indoor Track (@ Reggie Lewis)

Boys = Attleboro, 23 vs. Franklin, 76 – Final 
– Franklin took first place in 11 of the 12 events, rolling to a win over the Bombardiers. Senior William Jacobs was a two-time winner for the Panthers, taking first in the 55M hurdles (8.74) and in the high jump (5-05.00). Junior Dylan Kehoe took first place in the 600M, finishing in 1:30.23 – the top time among all Hockomock runners at the meet. Attleboro’s lone first place finish was senior Alex Boedeker in the 2 Mile (10:23.23).

Girls = Attleboro, 20 vs. Franklin, 80 – Final 
– It was a dominant performance for the Panthers, taking first place in 11 of the 12 events, including all individual events. Senior Jess Kroushl had a tremendous night, winning three individual events with two league-best performances. Her times in the 55M Dash (7.47) and 300M (43.84) were the best on the day, and she also took first in the long jump (16-06.75). Danielle Pierre won a pair of events, winning the 55M hurdles and the high jump for the Panthers. Attleboro’s first place win came in the 4×200 relay.


For the other results around the Hockomock League on Friday
https://hockomocksports.com/fridays-schedule-scoreboard-12-08-17/

FHS Panthers

Celebrate the Season With a Holiday Jazz Brunch at THE BLACK BOX

BLACK BOX Jazz presents a holiday jazz brunch featuring guitarist Mark White, bassist Mark Poniatowski, pianist Joe Mulholland, drummer Kenny Hadley and friends on Sunday, December 17 at 12:00 noon. Celebrate the season with holiday music favorites while enjoying a light continental brunch. A suburban hub for great music and the home of the Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC), THE BLACK BOX is located at 15 West Central Street in downtown Franklin.

Mark White has performed with the Empire Brass Quintet, George Russell, Gil Evans and Anthony Braxton, as well as the Boston Pops under Keith Lockhart, New England Ragtime Ensemble under Gunther Schuller, and Boston Musica Viva under Richard Pitman. A Professor of Guitar at Berklee College of Music, he has taught over 50 clinics for Berklee in Ecuador, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Columbia, Germany, Italy, Japan and Korea. White has played many theatre engagements with touring Broadway companies and has recorded for Blue Note, King, MMC Records and Heineken Jazz Festival.

Kenny Hadley has performed with Van Morrison, Dizzy Gillespie, Peter Wolf, The Drifters and Rebecca Parris. His renowned Kenny Hadley Big Band has shared the stage with the Count Basie Orchestra and the Duke Ellington Orchestra and has hosted guest soloists including Clark Terry and Louie Bellson. The band’s acclaimed recordings include Come Sunday, A Beautiful Friendship and Common Thread.

An Associate Professor at Berklee College of Music, Joe Mullholland is an accomplished pianist, recording artist and composer. He has released three CDs of original music written for his sextet, and he has composed numerous electronic scores for Boston-area dance companies. Mulholland performs regularly as a jazz pianist and vocal accompanist at the Regattabar, Ryles, Scullers, and at the Waterfront Jazz Festival, among others. He previously taught jazz piano and ensembles for more than a decade at Brown University.

Mark Poniatowski is an Associate Professor in Contemporary Writing and Production at Berklee College of Music. His extensive performing experience includes the Manchester Jazz and Blues Festival with the Toni Lynn Washington Band and the Boston Blues Festival with Joe Bargar and the Soul Providers, as well as with Sid Caesar, Floyd Dixon, Rita Moreno and Junior Watson. Poniatowski’s recordings include Mississippi Moan with the Bruce Katz Band, More Than Live with Janiva Magness, The George Carlin Show soundtrack, Room for Two with April Hall, and a self-titled CD, The Mark Poniatowski Situation.

Show tickets are $20; an optional continental brunch is available for $15. For tickets and more information, visit www.THEBLACKBOXonline.com or call (508) 528-3370.

Celebrate the Season With a Holiday Jazz Brunch  at THE BLACK BOX

Lifelong Learning: Saturday Ski Trip to Bretton Woods, NH - Mar 3, 2018

Great Holiday Gift

Saturday Ski Trip to Bretton Woods, New Hampshire REGISTER HERE A Great Holiday Gift for the Family   Enjoy a day on the slopes     SATURDAY,     MARCH 3, 2018     Depart FHS Parking Lot - 5:30 AM     Depart Bretton Woods -   4:30 PM Special Ticket Price: $109*  *Includes Transportation & Lift Tickets        *Individuals under 18 years of age  must be accompanied by a parent or guardian   About Us Lifelong Community Learning is a program of the Lifelong Learning Institute, dedicated to providing quality learning experiences for residents in the Town of Franklin and surrounding communities. Diverse and enriched education and experiences are the goals of Lifelong Community Learning....a resource for all ages.                      www.FranklinLifelongLearning.com               508-613-1480

FPS- Lifelong Learning, 355 East Central Street, Franklin, MA 02038 Sent by reedb@franklinps.net in collaboration with Try it free today

Ronan, Ledwith, and Walsh selected for HockomockSports Field Hockey Awards

HockomockSports has published the 2017 Hockomock League Field Hockey Awards. The FHS student athletes selected are shown here. Links to the complete listing are also provided.

HockomockSports.com Editor’s Note: The HockomockSports.com Awards are selected strictly by our staff and have no affiliation to the official Hockomock League all stars. Please note players are listed alphabetical by position.


HOCKOMOCKSPORTS.COM FIRST TEAM

Cassi Ronan – Franklin – Midfield

Franklin junior Cassi Ronan was the standout performer for the Panthers this fall and helped the team bounce back from a difficult start to the season to finish second in the Kelley-Rex division and take league champ King Philip to double overtime in the second round of the state tournament. Ronan scored 20 goals and recorded 10 assists this year for Franklin, both team highs, and was a constant menace in the Panthers attack. Franklin coach Lisa Cropper said, “Cassi really stepped up as an outstanding leader both on and off the field as a junior captain, leading us in scoring as well as controlling the game all over the field.”

HOCKOMOCKSPORTS.COM SECOND TEAM

Maeve Ledwith – Franklin – Defense

Franklin sophomore Maeve Ledwith emerged as a standout defensive player for the Panthers this season, filling a much-needed opening in the back line caused by graduation and injuries. Ledwith showed off her quickness and a strong ability to read the game to help Franklin’s defense improve over the course of the season and push the Panthers to second place in the Kelley-Rex division and the second round of the state tournament. Franklin coach Lisa Cropper said of Ledwith, “Just a sophomore, Maeve was our most dynamic defensive player with speed to burn, and outstanding tackling skills.”

Annie Walsh – Franklin – Forward

Franklin junior Annie Walsh had another strong season for the Panthers, helping Franklin recover from a slow start to take second place in the Kelley-Rex division and make another appearance in the state tournament. Despite receiving a lot of attention from opposing defenses, Walsh finished with 16 points (seven goals and nine assists), which was tied for second-most on the team. Walsh was the site’s 2015 Underclassman of the Year and 2016 Player of the Year. Franklin coach Lisa Cropper said, “Annie was our offensive catalyst and became a more complete player and a leader this year.”


For the full listing of Field Hockey awards
https://hockomocksports.com/awards/field-hockey/2017-2/

FHS Panthers

In the News: e-cigarettes increasing popular; Gatehouse Media to purchase Boston Herald

From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:

"As e-cigarettes become increasingly popular among young people, they are beginning to come under heightened scrutiny. 

“A lot of kids don’t understand these are dangerous products and contain nicotine,” said Marc Hymovitz, director of government relations for the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network of Massachusetts. 

In Massachusetts, vaping has become significantly more popular than smoking cigarettes among high school students. Using e-cigarettes is not called smoking — it is referred to as vaping — despite the similarities to traditional cigarettes. Unlike combustible cigarettes, however, vaping produces an aerosol vapor instead of a smoke. 

Nearly 24 percent of Massachusetts high school students reported currently using e-cigarettes or vape pens, according to a 2015 Department of Public Health survey. More than 44 percent reported ever trying vaping."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20171208/vaping-more-common-than-smoking-among-teens-comes-under-scrutiny

"Boston Herald Publisher Patrick J. Purcell announced today that the media company with its flagship Boston Herald tabloid has reached an agreement for GateHouse Media LLC to acquire the company’s operational assets. The purchase is subject to court approval. 

The announcement came this afternoon as Purcell gathered management and staff in the Herald newspaper’s offices on Fargo Street in Boston’s Seaport District. He spoke first with his long-time management team and immediately following with staff from across all departments. 

In a simultaneous letter to employees, Purcell wrote: “I am very proud of the spectacular management team with whom I have worked hand in hand over the years. And I am equally as proud of the excellent staff in all areas of our company who have worked tirelessly to make the Boston Herald a relevant and respected provider of local and regional news for Boston and the area.”

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20171208/gatehouse-media-lined-up-to-purchase-boston-herald

Gatehouse Media is the publisher of the Milford Daily News and the Franklin Gazette