"We wanted to make the transition easier for him"

Milford Daily News reports on the efforts of Franklin firefighters coordinating with Tri-County students to build a ramp at Richie Elgar's home.

Elgar has put as much time into his rehabilitation as he did for his wrestling workouts. Last year, he was the state vocational wrestling champion, winning the Division 3 Central Sectional at 106 pounds. 

It’s not surprising, Carlucci said, given Elgar’s character. 

"Ritchie will be successful in whatever he does," he said. 

A fund set up to raise money for Elgar’s recovery has raised nearly $15,000. Those wishing to contribute can visit: www.giveforward.com/fundraiser/7245/ritchie-elgar-s-recovery-fund.

Continue reading the article in the Milford Daily News (subscription maybe required)
http://www.milforddailynews.com/article/20141021/NEWS/141029579/1994/NEWS


Related post
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2014/09/he-spent-first-few-weeks-in-hospital.html

Lincoln St - construction progress (photo essay)

On my 'tour de Franklin' cycling ride around town on Saturday, I made a few stops along Lincoln St to capture photos of the progress to share here.

good advice

flat stretch along Lincoln as mentioned during Town Council meeting Wednesday

timely ripples in the water

sidewalk area was ground out to prepare for the epoxy coat to be added

epoxy coat being added

the finished look

the finished look - close up

Related articles:

The Town Council meeting last Wednesday
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2014/10/trick-or-treat-but-no-alchohol.html

The Milford Daily News write up of the Lincoln St discussion
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2014/10/they-came-in-and-really-hit-ground.html

Tour de Franklin - Saturday's 'reporting by cycling around'

Saturday's 'tour de Franklin' was done via bicycle. So much was happening I could not have walked around in time to catch it all. This was a variation on the theme of 'reporting by walking around'...

I started with the Ladybug 5K at the Kennedy School. Franklin Police had positioned the speed warning sign on Pond St. While stopped to take a couple of photos, it seemed to be an even split between cars meeting the speed limit and those exceeding the speed limit.

Post by Franklin Matters.

Next stop, the yard sale at Franklin Federated Church

Post by Franklin Matters.

Next stop the Library Book Sale

Post by Franklin Matters.

Next stop, not just one Boomer out on the Dean campus, there were two on Saturday

Post by Franklin Matters.

Out to DelCarte to capture some photos and a new video with more sunlight on the autumn colors

Post by Franklin Matters.

Heading out Daniels St, I passed the Hoffman Farm getting ready for hayrides to the pumpkin patch

Post by Franklin Matters.

What wasn't shared with Facebook along the ride you'll get to see first here.

On the Town Common, members of the Franklin Garden Club were caught in the act of their fall clean up. They graciously spent a minute or two away from their hard work to let me capture the photo.

members of the Franklin Garden Club fall cleaning on the flowers around the monuments

The back door to the Guru Restaurant was open. I peeked in to catch a brief confirmation from the carpenter doing some work that Guru is planning to open again. The owner and menu would remain the same. He couldn't provide a timeline on when. So that is good news for those that miss the Indian fare served here.

the back door at Guru

The parking lot behind the Post Office is now paved and parking spot striped. The lot is privately owned and the spaces are to be rented/leased by the Post Office for their vehicles.

parking lot behind the Post Office downtown

There will be additional photos (and the DelCarte video)  to share this week.

FYSA: Spring 2015 Soccer Registration is Open!

Spring 2015 soccer registration is open! 

Click here to register: http://www.franklinyouthsoccer.org/registration 

Registration cost is $65 per player (family max of $195).
Pee-Wee registration cost is $40. (uniform costs additional if needed)
Late fee of $30 will be assessed after NOVEMBER 15 

The age groups stay the same from Fall to Spring (just as school grade stays the same).
High School Travel teams will also be formed for the spring season U16 and U18. 

We will try to keep the spring schedule close to what the fall schedule currently is and as can be seen on our website. However, the schedule may change as we try to work with the town for field space and to limit conflicts with other sports like lacrosse. 

So please understand that we can not give you an exact time/day for games and practices until early spring. 

Please email if you have any questions: info@franklinyouthsoccer.org 

Don't forget to register before November 15th.

FYSA	Franklin Youth Soccer Association, Inc. - Registration www.franklinyouthsoccer.org FYSA

Ladybug 5K - Family fun at the Kennedy School (photo essay)

The Annual Ladybug 5K was held on Saturday, Oct 18, 2014 at the JF Kennedy Elementary School.

you could get your face painted

music was provided by Tyler Zajac

chalk was available to be creative

selection of items for the silent auction

you could make a tie dye shirt

the trophy table

ladybug 5K t-shirts

off to run at the start of the 5K

Additional photos of the race starters can be found on Flickr

https://www.flickr.com/photos/steve_sherlock/sets/72157646523877154

The same set of photos is also available on Facebook here
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150437711099995.1073741883.173205529994&type=3

FHS All Night Party Organizational Meeting - Oct 23

All Night Party FHS Parent Information Meeting  

Please join us on Thursday October 23rd at 7PM at the Horace Mann School Cafeteria. 

The All Night Party Committee will provide information about this years' party and provide an explanation of the planning and preparations that are involved to hold the party.  

We are in need of many volunteers on various committees in order to have a successful party.  We hope to see you on October 23rd. 

From the All Night Party June 2014

one of the last view of what used to be the main corridor of the All Night Party

Photos from the All Night Party June 2014 can be found here

http://www.franklinmatters.org/2014/06/all-night-party-labor-of-love.html

Did you know it is National Down Syndrome Awareness Month?

The MA.Gov blog has information on the resources available for Down syndrome.

Down syndrome is the most commonly occurring chromosomal condition.One in every 691 babies in the United States is born with Down syndrome according to the National Down Syndrome Society. The disease affects a child’s physical development, language, and cognitive skills. Massachusetts participates in Down Syndrome Awareness Month to raise awareness about those living with this condition as well as the services and support available.

National Down Syndrome Awareness Month

Follow the link to read about the additional resources available.
http://blog.mass.gov/blog/health/national-down-syndrome-awareness-month/


Franklin is fortunate to be the home of the Horace Mann Educational Association (HMEA) which is also a key provider of services for those with Down syndrome, autism, and other developmental disabilities.

HMEA