Franklin Cub Scout Pack Visits State House

Senator Karen Spilka hosted members of Cub Scouts Pack 126 from Franklin today during their visit to the Massachusetts State House.

Upon arriving this afternoon, the Scouts were given an official tour of the State House. Following their tour, they met with Senator Spilka and Representative James Vallee at the Grand Staircase for a group photo.

The Cub Scouts and their chaperones then accompanied Senator Spilka and Representative Vallee to the Senator's office where they enjoyed snacks and a fun conversation with the Senator.

The visit was arranged by Senator Spilka's office with the Cub Scouts.

Cub Scout Roster - Pack 126 of Franklin

-Jamie Blanchard

-Matthew Walker

-Michael O'Brien

-Will Fallon

-Tommy Fallon

-Elijah Tucker

-David jones

-Kevin Armstrong

-Nolan Angliss

-Jeremy Schneider

-Will Henrichon

Den Leaders:

-Regina Armstrong

-John O'Brien

-John Walker

*plus additional family members and chaparones

"lower the trash fee by $16, from $220 to $204"

Under the state option, board members who intend to use remote participation must explain their absence under certain categories, such as military service, illness or geographic distance. 

The town will test remote participation first with speaker phone, instead of video conferencing, and restrict use to one member per meeting and only within the Council chambers, on the second floor of the municipal building. Members must notify the chairman of their committee at least four hours before the meeting, and subcommittees will not be allowed to use remote participation.

Read more: http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/x1014038517/Remote-meeting-attendance-approved-for-Franklin#ixzz1oWJr9Qgf

Update to MassBudget's Budget Browser - FY2012 Supplemental Budget

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Budget Browser Updated - New FY2012 Numbers  Information from February's supplemental FY12 budget has been added to MassBudget's interactive Budget Browser. This includes: $21.2 million to help low-income seniors and families with their home-heating bills (in line-item 7004-1000)     An additional $35.0 million for adult day health services (4000-0600)    A new $20.4 million Information Technology fund, to improve IT across a range of state agencies (1599-4380) The budget browser allows you to see how funding has been allocated among the major budget categories (health care, education, environment, housing, and more)--and to track spending for any line-item or any group of line-items. EXPLORE THE BUDGET BROWSER You can also watch our tutorial video: HOW TO USE THE BUDGET BROWSER  MassBudget provides independent research and analysis of state budget and tax policies--with particular attention to the effects on low- and moderate-income people.

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Cowper: HS vote is a chance to invest in Franklin

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Cowper: HS vote is a chance to invest in Franklin

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The recent boys basketball game between Franklin and Mansfield is a perfect example of why we will vote YES to build a new high school. The FHS field house was packed with folks of all ages from both towns. Like us, many of the adults who came to watch didn't have kids on the team or even at the high school any more. It was just a chance to cheer for a common goal and show the power of community spirit and pride. What other activities attract people of all ages in the same place for an entertainment event? The energy was exciting and unifying

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Grease is the word!

FHS production of Grease. March 23 & 24, 2012 at the Horace Mann Middle School in Franklin starting at 7pm. Tickets are $10 at the door.

Franklin takes down Boston Latin in mock trial competition

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Franklin takes down Boston Latin in mock trial competition

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After a bitter loss to Boston Latin School in last year's mock trial competition, Franklin High's team got the sweet taste of redemption yesterday, defeating Latin and advancing in the tournament

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Franklin, MA: Earth Day registration open

Thank you for your interest in the Franklin Earth Day event on April 22nd, 2012! For over 10 years, the Town of Franklin has conducted this event in an effort to educate the public on recycling, beautification, and general clean up of the town. This year, we are taking online registration for those folks looking to lock in a location in Town that they are interested in cleaning. Please select the area in town you are interested in cleaning and let us know specifics about your planned clean up. Gloves and trash bags can be picked up ahead of time at the Recreation Dept (150 Emmons St).

Register online for Earth Day