"to win two (sectional championships) back-to-back is incredible”

Josh Perry, Managing Editor of HockomockSports.com, provides the game recap for the FHS girls basketball team 53-38 win vs. Natick in the D1 Central Final.

"After overcoming a rough first quarter against Holy Name in the Div. 1 Central semifinal, Franklin wanted to make sure that it got off to a better start in Friday night’s final at Worcester State.

The Panthers dominated on both ends of the floor, scoring the first nine points of the game and building a 16-5 lead after one. Natick never got closer than eight points for the remainder of the game. Franklin showed off its experience on the big stage, and its defensive prowess, to pull out a 53-38 victory and win its second straight Div. 1 Central crown.

“That was super hard,” Franklin senior Megan O’Connell said of the tough start to the semifinal. “My stomach was in my throat that game. This was a lot better. We got up by a lot, but in the third quarter it fell apart and then we got it back. We want to keep moving on and it’s survive and advance right now.”

Franklin coach John Leighton admitted that there was a focus on starting better than the Panthers did at WPI and he brought in some reinforcements to talk to the team. Kristen McDonell, the current Norwood boys and former Braintree girls coach (who twice coached the Wamps to wins over Franklin in sectional finals), spoke to the Panthers about staying the course even if things don’t go well in the opening few minutes."

Continue reading the recap:
https://hockomocksports.com/franklin-girls-basketball-brings-home-second-straight-central-crown/


For a photo gallery from this game:
https://hockomocksports.smugmug.com/2019-2020/Winter-2019-2020/Franklin-Natick-Girls-Basketball-3-6-20/

"to win two (sectional championships) back-to-back is incredible”

FHS boys basketball drop heartbreaker to St. John’s In D1 Central Final

Joe Clark, HockomockSports.com Contributor, provides the game recap for the FHS boys basketball loss to St John's 55-56

"The Franklin and St. John’s Shrewsbury boys basketball teams are no stranger to each other, squaring off in the state tournament for the fifth time in the last seven years.

And just like the times before it, it came down to the wire.

Behind a pair of free throws from sophomore TJ Power with 4.9 seconds left, top-seeded St. John’s squeaked out a 56-55 win over the sixth-seeded Panthers in the D1 Central Final.

“Franklin’s got a heck of a team, they’re well-coached, but we’re not bad either,” St John’s coach Bob Foley said after the Pioneers win."

Continue reading the recap online
https://hockomocksports.com/franklin-drops-heartbreaker-to-st-johns-in-central-final/

Franklin’s Thomas Gasbarro takes a shot in front of his bench in the D1 Central Final. (Josh Perry/HockomockSports.com)

Inspector General Warns Public about Widespread Social Security Scam Texts

"Social Security phone scams are the number one type of fraud reported to the Federal Trade Commission. Callers claim that you have a problem with your Social Security number or benefits and demand immediate payment from you to avoid arrest or other legal action.

We recently announced two landmark civil complaints, filed by the Department of Justice in the Eastern District of New York, seeking injunctions against five telecommunications companies and their owners. The complaints allege the companies and their owners have, for years, knowingly facilitated government imposter telephone scams. The Department of Justice issued a news release about the filing and request for court orders, and held a press call with U.S. Attorney Richard Donaghue, Inspector General Gail S. Ennis, and Chief Postal Inspector Gary Barksdale.

If granted, the court orders will prevent the five enjoined companies from continuing to allow “the delivery of millions of fraudulent ‘robocalls’ every day from foreign call centers to the U.S. telecommunications system.”

Continue reading at the Social Security page
https://blog.ssa.gov/social-security-is-taking-action-to-prevent-scam-calls/#more-4633

Inspector General Warns Public about Widespread Social Security Scam Texts

Reminder: Shuttle bus for Franklin Line on weekends through March 2020

South Station – Forge Park/495

Weekends through March

Shuttle buses will replace Franklin Line service between Forge Park/495 and Readville Stations while we upgrade the signal system as part of Positive Train Control (PTC) work. Also during this work, connecting train service between Readville and South Station will be on the Fairmount Line. There will be no Franklin Line service at Ruggles or Back Bay.

Learn about Positive Train Control

See all Franklin Line service changes

MBTA - Franklin Line - Reminder: shuttle bus service on weekends through March 2020

Franklin Liquors: How To Enjoy Wine More - March 10

How To Enjoy Wine More

March 10

This sit down wine tasting/educational event is for long time wine lovers and wine newbies. A Tri-County Adult Education event held in the Franklin Liquors wine room.

How can you enhance your wine adventures?
Do you need ideas how to love wine more?

This class will suggest, present and explore ways to enjoy wine. Topics will include tasting, buying, pairing, history and more!

https://registration.xenegrade.com/tri-county/courseDisplay.cfm?schID=3045


Mark C. Lenzi
CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS, SWS
Franklin Liquors
363 East Central St
Franklin MA 02038
508-528-7338

franklinliquors.com

Franklin Liquors: How To Enjoy Wine More - March 10

LET'S LAUGH TODAY in Franklin is on Tuesday, March 10 and FREE

Experience the health benefits of joyful laughter on Tuesday, March 10 (and every second Tuesday once a month) from 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM at the Meetinghouse of the First Universalist Society in Franklin, 262 Chestnut Street, Franklin. 

LET'S LAUGH TODAY

Laughter Yoga is a body/mind practice for well-being that involves deep breathing and a few stretches, playful laughter exercises (no jokes or comedy), clapping and deep relaxation. It can strengthen the immune system, combat the negative effects of stress, and is a powerful antidote to depression and anxiety. 



Any age and any level of physical ability can participate in this uplifting experience! You can sit or stand. 

New laughers are always welcomed! Please bring your water bottle because laughing is dehydrating. This is a FREE event! 

Led by Certified Laughter Yoga Master Trainers, Linda and Bill Hamaker. www.letslaughtoday.com. If you have any questions, just call them at 508-660-2223 or e-mail billandlinda@letslaughtoday.com. 

Upcoming Events in Franklin, MA: FRI - Mar 6 to THU - Mar 12

Friday, March 6

10:00am

 Knitting Group

Saturday, March 7

9:30am

 St. Mary's Women's Faith Formation Group

10:00am

 Franklin Historical Museum (Always free)

10:30am

 Library- Baby Sensory!- Ages 0-2

10:30am

 Library-Dog Man Party!-Whole Family

3:00pm

 Library - Cookbook Club - Adults

3:00pm

 Library-Teen Pasta Party!-Ages 13-18

8:00pm

 Kara Lindsay and Kevin Massey in Concert

Sunday, March 8

 Daylight Saving Time starts

8:00am

 All You Can Eat Breakfast

1:00pm

 Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

1:10pm

 Second Sunday Speaker Series

3:00pm

 Library - Celebrating Ireland - All ages

Monday, March 9

10:30am

 Library-Move Along- Ages 0-5

3:30pm

 Library- D&D for Kids- Ages 7-13

Tuesday, March 10

 MICCA Showcase Concert Chorus&Orch

9:30am

 Library- Cool Cruisers- 8mo-18mo

10:30am

 Library-Get Ready for Kindergarten- 3-5yrs

4:00pm

 Library-Toe-Tapping Tuesdays-Ages 2-4!

6:00pm

 Library - Adults - Drop-In ESL Conversation Class

7:30pm

 Franklin Bellingham Rail Trail Committee Public Meeting

7:30pm

 Let's Laugh Today

Wednesday, March 11

10:30am

 Library- Terrific Toddlers- Ages 18mo-3yrs

3:30pm

 Library- Creation Station!- Ages 4+

4:30pm

 SPRING DISTRICT VISUAL AARTS SHOWCASE

6:30pm

 Library-Teen Advisory Board-Teens (13+)

7:30pm

 Franklin Newcomers and Friends: Steve Sherlock talks about Franklin Matters

Thursday, March 12

 MICCA Showcase Band Concert

9:30am

 Library- Tummy Time- Ages 0-12mo (pre-walkers)

10:30am

 Library-Story Xplorers- Ages 0-5

4:00pm

 Library- Bookworm Bounce Storytime!- Ages 0-5

6:30pm

 Library-Tales for Tails-Grades 2+

For the interactive version, please visit

https://www.franklinmatters.org/p/blog-page.html

For the Town of Franklin Public Meeting Calendar

https://www.franklinma.gov/calendar

Submit an event for the Community Calendar, please use this link

https://www.franklinculture.org/things-do/links/submit-event

Upcoming Events in Franklin, MA: FRI - Mar 6 to THU - Mar 12