Easy Walks in Franklin - SNETT

We are fortunate to be able to share a few excerpts from "Easy Walks in Massachusetts: Bellingham, Blackstone, Franklin, Hopedale, Medway, Milford, Millis, Uxbridge, Wrentham, and Woonsocket, RI" recently published byMarjorie Turner Hollman.

The entrance to the SNETT in winter

Notable: This section of the SNETT (Southern New England Trunkline Trail) railtrail is mostly graded and cleared, and still being developed. Stone retaining walls, steep slopes to woods below the trail.

Trail Map: Available from Mass.gov website—Division of Conservation and Recreation (DCR).

GPS Coordinates: 42°3'43.06"N, 71°25'42.55"W

Directions: Rt. 495 exit 17, Rt. 140, Franklin, head toward Bellingham, Grove St is immediately past interchange, turn left at light. Follow Grove St. 2 miles, look for SNETT signs, parking on left, trailhead on right.

Cost: None.

Bathrooms: None.

Best time to visit: Year round. Cross-country skiing in winter.

Trail conditions: Wide, flat, unimproved former railbed. Steep climb up and over Prospect St. where trail is obstructed. Moguls created by dirt bikes. Graded from Grove St. to Spring St.

Distance: About 1.5 miles from Grove St. to Bellingham line.

Easy guide - SNETT

This mostly unimproved former rail bed/right of way is owned by the Mass. Dept of Conservation and Recreation (DCR), extending from Franklin through Bellingham, Blackstone, Millville, Uxbridge, and into Douglas. Poor drainage due to removal of the original rail ballast, and “humps” caused by prohibited off-track vehicles poses both minor and major challenges in various sections. 

The easternmost section in Franklin is graded (2013) but is otherwise unimproved. Proceeding west, the trail crosses Spring St and open farmland in just over half a mile. Watch for poison ivy. At about the 1-mile mark the trail is blocked by a 20-foot high infill where Prospect St crosses the trail. Stay off residential property and driveways. 

From Prospect St. there is a .5 mile unimproved but passable stretch to the Lake St. Bellingham parking area. This section of the path offers 20-foot high rock cuts with original drill marks. The boundary between the Bellingham and Franklin sections of the trail is unmarked.

You can obtain your own copy of this book via this Amazon link



Other easy walks in Franklin:

Beaver Pond/Chilson Beach
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2014/06/easy-walks-in-franklin-beaver-pond.html

Dacey Fields
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2014/06/easy-walks-in-franklin-dacey-fields.html

WMRC First Class Radio Sports to broadcast the Patriots and Bruins

WMRC SIGNS BLOCKBUSTER DEAL WITH NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS, BOSTON BRUINS AND CBS RADIO BOSTON  WMRC 1490AM-First Class Media has just completed negotiations with CBS Radio Boston, and has finalized an agreement that will bring both the New England Patriots and Boston Bruins to the WMRC airwaves beginning this fall. WMRC has been a Boston Red Sox affiliate for over 25 years, and also carry Boston College Football and Basketball. Howie Sylvester, Executive Producer for CBS Boston & 98.5 the Sports Hub said "We're thrilled to partner with WMRC-First Class Radio to carry both the New England Patriot's and Boston Bruins...WMRC has been a staple in the Greater Milford region for generations, and we are well aware of the passionate, loyal sports fans who live, work and play in that market, this is a great partnership" The three teams now heard on WMRC 1490AM have done a lot of celebrating since 2002 as their championships include 3 Superbowl Victories, 3 World Series Titles and a Stanley Cup in 2011. WMRC President Tom McAuliffe added "This is a fantastic partnership for WMRC, our listeners and our loyal sponsors...I'm thrilled to have the tough negotiations behind us, and know that we'll now be able to carry the Sox, Bruins and New England Patriot's for years to come."  Sponsorships Available! Call Tom at 508-473-1490 Forward this email STAY CONNECTED

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New Bedford Folk Fest July 5-6

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Fund raising weekend for cancer (photo essay)

As much as cancer is an insidious disease, it is heartening to see the community turn out to support fund raising efforts. There were two separate fund raisers this past weekend. (1) The Relay for Life held at Tri-County Voc Tech and (2) the PMC Kids Ride at the Jefferson School.

Friday evening, we were able to walk between the showers. My wife participated as part of the Oak St Team.

The Oak St Team

thanks to all the sponsors who helped!

The sun was out and the weather was good for walking and biking Sunday morning. We walked over to the Jefferson School to see the start of the PMC Kids Ride.

The PMC Kids Rides sign

balloon arch for starting line

part of the large turnout

Noah's Ninjas pose before the ride

Officer Riley talks about safety on the bike before the ride

All the teams and riders pose before the ride

part of the riders under way!

Donations are likely still welcomed for either the Relay for Life  or the PMC Kids Rides

Franklin Rotary Club Supports Hockomock Area YMCA’s Annual Campaign

The Franklin Rotary Club presented a check for $2,500 to the Hockomock Area YMCA on June 5, 2014 to support its annual Reach Out for Youth and Families Campaign. Funds raised during this campaign provides local families with access to the services that the Y provides, such as child care, summer camp and sports programs, regardless of their ability to pay.

The Hockomock Area YMCA’s cause is the community and believes everyone should have access to the Y. With the community’s philanthropic support, more than 15,000 individuals, children, and families are able to enjoy a YMCA experience.  

The Franklin Rotary Club started in 1930 and has begun its 84th year of service to the community. Rotary is a worldwide organization of business and professional leaders that provides humanitarian service, encourages high ethical standards in all vocations, and helps build goodwill and peace in the world.

Franklin Rotary donates to Hockomock YMCA

Photo Caption: Pictured from left to right in the front row is Terry Katsaros, Ed Hick, Julie Rougeau, Bernon Family Branch/Franklin YMCA Executive Director Scott Martin, Hockomock Area YMCA VP/COO Jim Downs, and Jack McCarthy. Pictured from left to right in the back row is Leslie Scherer, Dan Gentile, Frank Cusanno, Joe Paolino, Beau Grassia, John Padula, Mike Khoury, and Matt Kelly.

About The Hockomock Area YMCA
The Y is the nation’s leading nonprofit committed to strengthening communities in the areas of youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. At the Y, strengthening community is its cause. Every day, the Y works side-by-side with its neighbors to make sure that everyone, regardless of age, income or background, has the opportunity to learn and grow. Learn more at www.hockymca.org.


For more about the Franklin Rotary you can visit their website
http://www.clubrunner.ca/portal/Home.aspx?accountid=3689

Franklin #1 in Hock 5 for Boys and Girls Lacrosse

Hockomock Sports is starting to publish their end of season rankings and awards.


Boys Lacrosse

Team	Record	News
1. Franklin	(15-6)	The Panthers won the league and doubled up Dartmouth for their second playoff win in as many seasons. Unfortunately, Franklin ran into perennial power Needham in round two, but behind junior Jack Vail, it continues to be the top of Hock lax. - JP

For the complete Hockomock 5 rankings for boys lacrosse, you can find them here

http://www.hockomocksports.com/boys-lacrosse1.html

Girls Lacrosse

Team	Record	News
1. Franklin	(19-4)	The Panthers dominated the Hockomock again this season and are unbeaten in the Hock the past two seasons, but also added a dramatic sectional championship in an overtime thriller against Concord-Carlisle. - JP

For the complete Hockomock 5 rankings for girls lacrosse, you can find them here
http://www.hockomocksports.com/girls-lacrosse4.html

new FHS Panther logo

Franklin, MA: Planning Board - Agenda - June 16, 2014

The agenda for the Planning Board meeting on Monday, June 16 can be found here or on the Franklin website.

Franklin Municipal Building - Planning Board meets on the 2nd floor

On the Franklin website for the Planning Board find all agendas for 2014 here
http://town.franklin.ma.us/Pages/FranklinMA_PlanningAgendas/2014%20Agendas/

and for June 16 here
http://town.franklin.ma.us/Pages/FranklinMA_PlanningAgendas/2014%20Agendas/June%2016,%202014.pdf