Saturday, March 13, 2021

Scams will follow new COVID-19 rescue plan


Consumer Alerts from the Federal Trade Commission

by Jennifer Leach, Associate Director, Division of Consumer and Business Education, FTC

The pandemic is still taking a toll on every kind of well-being we have. The new American Rescue Plan, just signed into law, gets the ball rolling to help out on many people's financial well-being. Payments will soon be coming by direct deposit, checks, or a debit card to people eligible for the payment. 

You can learn more about who's eligible, and the timing, at IRS.gov/coronavirus. But let me tell you what will NOT happen, so you can spot and avoid the scammers who are right now crawling out from under their rocks.

Read more >

This is a free service provided by the Federal Trade Commission.
 
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Friday, March 12, 2021

Franklin's Event Outlook: Mar 12 - Mar 18, 2021

The storywalk should be up to take in with the better weather (while it lasts). Farmers Market also on Saturday. And the virtual fund raising walk/run/ride for Temple Etz Chaim are highlights for this weekend.
 

Friday, March 12
February StoryWalk at DelCarte Reservation
Temple Etz Chaim: Virtual 3K Walk, Run, Ride

Saturday, March 13
February StoryWalk at DelCarte Reservation
Temple Etz Chaim: Virtual 3K Walk, Run, Ride
10:00am = Winter Farmers Market

Sunday, March 14
Temple Etz Chaim: Virtual 3K Walk, Run, Ride
Daylight Saving Time starts
1:00pm = Historical Museum (open and free admission)

Tuesday, March 16
9:00am = wfpr.fm: Pamela Hines – Jazz Journey
12:00pm = wfpr.fm: Pamela Hines – Jazz Journey
6:00pm = wfpr.fm: Pamela Hines – Jazz Journey

Wednesday, March 17
St. Patrick's Day
10:00am = wfpr.fm: "The Wonderful World of Wine" – Mark/ Kim
1:00pm = wfpr.fm: "The Wonderful World of Wine" – Mark/Kim
2:00pm = Cooking with SALMON Executive Chef Jason Wallin
7:00pm = wfpr.fm: "The Wonderful World of Wine" – Mark/Kim
7:30pm = Let’s Laugh Today is Free on ZOOM!

Thursday, March 18
8:30am = Town Council Office Hours
10:00am = wfpr.fm: "Frank’s Music" – Frank Falvey
11:00am = wfpr.fm: "Talkin’ the Blues" – Jim/Todd
1:00pm = wfpr.fm: "Frank’s Music" – Frank Falvey
2:00pm = wfpr.fm: "Talkin’ the Blues" – Jim/Todd
7:00pm = 350 Mass Greater Franklin Node
7:00pm = wfpr.fm: "Frank’s Music" – Frank Falvey
8:00pm = wfpr.fm: "Talkin' the Blues!" - Jim/Todd

Find the full calendar  https://www.franklinmatters.org/p/blog-page.html

If you have an event to add to the calendar, you can use the form to submit it for publication:  https://forms.gle/oPdi8X3ZbHHyrHzo6

The Town meeting calendar is found  https://www.franklinma.gov/calendar
The School district meeting calendar is found   https://www.franklinps.net/calendar-by-event-type/26
 
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FM #485 - School Committee Mtg - 03/09/21 - P1 of 3 (audio)

FM #485 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 485 in the series. 

This session shares part 1 of the Franklin, MA School Committee meeting held on Tuesday, Mar 9, 2021. 

The meeting was conducted in a hybrid format: some of the School Committee members, Central Office personnel, and key guests were in the Council Chambers; the remainder, along with the public, were remote via conference bridge, all to adhere to the ‘social distancing’ requirements of this pandemic period.

I’ve split the just almost three hour meeting into three logical segments:
  • *** First *** - covers the opening through the Keller Elementary presentation (approx. 39 minutes)
  • Second - School Budget - first view- Supt Ahern and her staff walk through the budget highlights (approx. 53 mins)
  • Third - from the return to in person learning plan through to the end of the public meeting (approx. 85 minutes)
The show notes contain links to the meeting agenda and to my notes. The meeting packet folder will hold the other documents released for the meeting.

Let’s listen to this segment of the School Committee meeting of Mar 9, 2021



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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm).

This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help.
 
How can you help?

  • If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors
  • If you don't like something here, please let me know

Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening.
 
For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/ or www.franklin.news/

If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com

The music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley". The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission.

I hope you enjoy!

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You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"

FM #485 - School Committee Mtg - 03/09/21 - P1 of 3 (audio)
FM #485 - School Committee Mtg - 03/09/21 - P1 of 3 (audio)


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FM #486 - School Committee Mtg - 03/09/21 - P2 of 3 (audio)

FM #486 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 486 in the series. 

This session shares part 2 of the Franklin, MA School Committee meeting held on Tuesday, Mar 9, 2021. 

The meeting was conducted in a hybrid format: some of the School Committee members, Central Office personnel, and key guests were in the Council Chambers; the remainder, along with the public, were remote via conference bridge, all to adhere to the ‘social distancing’ requirements of this pandemic period.

I’ve split the just almost three hour meeting into three logical segments:
  • First - covers the opening through the Keller Elementary presentation (approx. 39 minutes)
  • *** Second *** - School Budget - first view- Supt Ahern and her staff walk through the budget highlights (approx. 53 mins)
  • Third - from the return to in person learning plan through to the end of the public meeting (approx. 85 minutes)
The show notes contain links to the meeting agenda and to my notes. The meeting packet folder will hold the other documents released for the meeting.

Let’s listen to this segment of the School Committee meeting of Mar 9, 2021

Audio file = https://player.captivate.fm/episode/c3211307-e44f-4469-8d15-4badc5bb6817


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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm).

This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help.
 
How can you help?

  • If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors
  • If you don't like something here, please let me know

Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening.
 
For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/ or www.franklin.news/

If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com

The music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley". The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission.

I hope you enjoy!

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You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"

FM #486 - School Committee Mtg - 03/09/21 - P2 of 3 (audio)
FM #486 - School Committee Mtg - 03/09/21 - P2 of 3 (audio)


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FM #487 - School Committee Mtg - 03/09/21 - P3 of 3 (audio)

FM #487 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 487 in the series. 

This session shares part 3 of the Franklin, MA School Committee meeting held on Tuesday, Mar 9, 2021. 

The meeting was conducted in a hybrid format: some of the School Committee members, Central Office personnel, and key guests were in the Council Chambers; the remainder, along with the public, were remote via conference bridge, all to adhere to the ‘social distancing’ requirements of this pandemic period.

I’ve split the just almost three hour meeting into three logical segments:
  • First - covers the opening through the Keller Elementary presentation (approx. 39 minutes)
  • Second - School Budget - first view- Supt Ahern and her staff walk through the budget highlights (approx. 53 mins)
  • *** Third *** - from the return to in person learning plan through to the end of the public meeting (approx. 85 minutes)
The show notes contain links to the meeting agenda and to my notes. The meeting packet folder will hold the other documents released for the meeting.

Let’s listen to this segment of the School Committee meeting of Mar 9, 2021


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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm).

This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help.
 
How can you help?

  • If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors
  • If you don't like something here, please let me know

Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening.
 
For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/ or www.franklin.news/

If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com

The music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley". The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission.

I hope you enjoy!

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You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters" 



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HockomockSports.com's FHS football preview for the Fall II season

The high school sports Fall II season is underway and HockomockSports.com has published their preview for the football teams for the Hockomock League Kelly-Rex Division. We share the spotlight on the FHS team and provide the link to the full listing.


Franklin
2019 Record: 7-4
2019 Finish: Reached D1 South Final
Coach: Eian Bain

Key/Returning Players:

Jared Arone, Jr., QB; Parker Cheuvront, Sr., K; Dan Cormier, Sr., LB; Brady Duncan, Sr., OL; Mike Griffin, Sr., WR/S; Mac Gulla, Jr., RB; Xander Honor, Sr., LB; Isaac Hughes, Sr., WR; Shane Kindred, Jr., WR; Vincent Lackey, Sr., T; Jonathan Martins, Jr., DE; Jake O’Brien, Sr., WR; Anthony Quintina, Sr., DL;

Outlook:

Franklin is coming off an impressive run to the Div. 1 South final but the Panthers also graduated a host of important pieces from last year’s team, particularly at the skill positions, and will need some younger players to step in to stay competitive in the Kelley-Rex this season.

Junior Jared Arone will step in at quarterback this season, hoping to have the same level of success running Franklin’s up-tempo style as Thomas Gasbarro did last year. Junior running back Mac Gulla got some time in the backfield last season but will be getting the bulk of the touches this year. A new receiving corps will also have to learn on the job, including senior Jake O’Brien and junior Shane Kindred, and junior tight end David Martins, but there is potential for this to be an explosive group. Seniors Brady Duncan and Vincent Lackey will be counted on to provide leadership on the offensive line. The consistency of senior kicker Parker Cheuvront will be a huge boost to a Franklin offense that may have some growing pains early in the season.

Defensively, the Panthers return several players and will rely on that experience to combat the top offenses in the league and to allow time for the younger players to get up to speed. Seniors Xander Honor and Dan Cormier will spearhead the defense from their linebacker positions, while seniors Anthony Quintina and Lackey are stout in the middle of the line. Martins will be a force at defensive end and Griffin is a playmaker at safety.

“We need to focus on getting better every day,” said Franklin coach Eain Bain. “Appreciate, and focus on, the here and now. Don’t look ahead or behind, but stay in tuned to the task at hand. And always, Row the Boat.”

For the preview on other teams in the Kelly-Rex Division

 

HockomockSports.com's FHS football preview for the Fall II season
HockomockSports.com's FHS football preview for the Fall II season


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FHS volleyball top Milford 3-0 in rematch at Milford

From HockomockSports.com we share the FHS sports results:

Volleyball = Franklin, 3 @ Milford, 0 – Final 
– Franklin went on the road and earned another 3-0 (25-18, 25-10, 25-18) sweep over Milford, moving to 2-0 on the season. Ally Bonnet-Eymard paced the offense for the Panthers with 15 kills while freshman Taylor Lacerda added nine kills in the win. Junior Cailyn Mackintosh went an impressive 18-for-19 on the service line for Franklin.
 
For other results around the Hockomock League
 
 
Franklin-MIlford volleyball action (HockomockSports.com photo)
Franklin-Milford volleyball action in Tuesday's game (HockomockSports.com photo)
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