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Friday, November 18, 2016
A Season of Thanks
In the News: zoning change referred to Planning Board; Harlem Wizards game sold out
From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:
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http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20161117/franklin-council-forwards-zoning-change-to-planning-board
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http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20161117/franklin-schools-teachers-staff-to-face-harlem-wizards-nov-18
"The Town Council agreed to refer to the Planning Board a zoning change that would allow a 34-unit residential development along Summer Street.
The council voted Wednesday night unanimously on the alteration - which would rezone the 11-acre lot at 496 Summer St. from "rural residential I" to "single-family residential VII."
Town Administrator Jeffrey Nutting said the development was expected to resemble the Cook's Farm project currently under construction along Rte. 140, near Franklin Country Club. The single-family residential VII zone was created to allow for that development."
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http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20161117/franklin-council-forwards-zoning-change-to-planning-board
"The Harlem Wizards will bring their team to Franklin to compete against “Team FPS” for a two-hour tournament on Friday, Nov. 18.
The event will take place at Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School’s gymnasium, 147 Pond St., Franklin, starting at 7 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m.
The Harlem Wizards’ brand of “Trick Hoops and Alley Oops” entertainment basketball has been packing gyms across the globe for more than 50 years. Their show includes amazing slams, world-class tricks, precision teamwork and humor."
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Tickets for the game on Nov 18 are sold out |
Thursday, November 17, 2016
#shopFranklin Small Business Showcase at FHS - 5:00 PM to 8:30 PM
FREE - On November 17
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Note: I will be at the Welcome table to greet all arrivals and I am also scheduled for a round table discussion on Social Media. Be sure to stop by!
Tegra Medical employees help 2 local charities
October 2016 was a busy month for the employees of Tegra Medical in Franklin, MA which consists of employees from both Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Employees raised money and goods for two local charities.
The generous outpouring of support benefited:
Employees who donated more than three items to Vision and Fraternity Ministries were entered into a raffle for a vacation day.
The photos attached show the Grim Reaper assisting with the Crossroads RI fundraiser which sold Halloween bags filled with tricks or treats, as well as the impressive collection of goods for Vision and Fraternity Ministries.
For more about Tegra Medical, visit their webpage http://www.tegramedical.com/
The generous outpouring of support benefited:
- Crossroads Rhode Island, the largest homeless service organization in Rhode Island. Tegra Medical sent them a check for $1,500.
- Vision and Fraternity Ministries, an organization that helps those in need in the Rhode Island area. Employees collected a huge quantity of gloves, hats, coats, baby food, diapers, non-perishable food and clothing.
Employees who donated more than three items to Vision and Fraternity Ministries were entered into a raffle for a vacation day.
The photos attached show the Grim Reaper assisting with the Crossroads RI fundraiser which sold Halloween bags filled with tricks or treats, as well as the impressive collection of goods for Vision and Fraternity Ministries.
Tegra Medical employees help 2 local charities 1 |
Tegra Medical employees help 2 local charities 2 |
Tegra Medical employees help 2 local charities 3 |
Tegra Medical employees help 2 local charities 4 |
For more about Tegra Medical, visit their webpage http://www.tegramedical.com/
Tri-County RVTHS:15 students inducted into National Honor Society
Tri-County RVTHS Superintendent-Director Stephen Dockray is pleased to announce 15 students were inducted into the Peter Rickard Chapter of the National Honor Society during a ceremony on Tuesday, November 15.
This year's inductees are senior Angelina Rivera, of Franklin, and juniors Frances Lopez, of Attleboro, Shane Dowling, of Franklin, Jeffrey Blenkhorn, of Medway, Ryan Malewicz, of Millis, Alyssa Burns, Madison Chamberlain, Kaylee Dunn, Carolyn Kiely, and Amanda Merigo, of North Attleborough, Isabella Leonardi, and Nicole Loney, of Plainville, Alexis Chapman, of Seekonk, Cara Parker, of Uxbridge, and Rayonna Charlton, of Walpole.
Current members of the organization include Brianna Santiago, and John Shultz, of Attleboro, Zachary Keeler, and Morgan Shields, of Bellingham, Delaney Forbes, and Amy O’Brien, of Franklin, Samantha Frey, William Galligan, and Daelyn Hiduchick, of Medway, Hollyann Edwards, of Norfolk, Allyson Bettencourt, Madeline Bettencourt, Katelyn Billington, Lana Kilani, Kathleen Loonie, Caroline Moriarty, MacKenzie Rider, and Jennie Twyman, of North Attleborough, Kelsie Rainone, of Plainville, Katherine Pensak, of Walpole, and Matthew Foley, of Wrentham.
Named after former Tri-County Principal Peter Rickard, the Tri-County RVTHS chapter of the National Honor Society requires that qualifying students maintain a GPA of 3.30 or higher and have a proven record of leadership and volunteerism. Students must also submit three letters of recommendation with a personal statement to the Faculty Council for approval by majority vote.
Tri-County RVTHS, located at 147 Pond Street, Franklin, is a recipient of the High Schools That Work Gold Achievement Award and serves the communities of Franklin, Medfield, Medway, Millis, Norfolk, North Attleborough, Plainville, Seekonk, Sherborn, Walpole, and Wrentham.
This year's inductees are senior Angelina Rivera, of Franklin, and juniors Frances Lopez, of Attleboro, Shane Dowling, of Franklin, Jeffrey Blenkhorn, of Medway, Ryan Malewicz, of Millis, Alyssa Burns, Madison Chamberlain, Kaylee Dunn, Carolyn Kiely, and Amanda Merigo, of North Attleborough, Isabella Leonardi, and Nicole Loney, of Plainville, Alexis Chapman, of Seekonk, Cara Parker, of Uxbridge, and Rayonna Charlton, of Walpole.
Current members of the organization include Brianna Santiago, and John Shultz, of Attleboro, Zachary Keeler, and Morgan Shields, of Bellingham, Delaney Forbes, and Amy O’Brien, of Franklin, Samantha Frey, William Galligan, and Daelyn Hiduchick, of Medway, Hollyann Edwards, of Norfolk, Allyson Bettencourt, Madeline Bettencourt, Katelyn Billington, Lana Kilani, Kathleen Loonie, Caroline Moriarty, MacKenzie Rider, and Jennie Twyman, of North Attleborough, Kelsie Rainone, of Plainville, Katherine Pensak, of Walpole, and Matthew Foley, of Wrentham.
Named after former Tri-County Principal Peter Rickard, the Tri-County RVTHS chapter of the National Honor Society requires that qualifying students maintain a GPA of 3.30 or higher and have a proven record of leadership and volunteerism. Students must also submit three letters of recommendation with a personal statement to the Faculty Council for approval by majority vote.
The newest members of the Peter Rickard Chapter of the National Honor Society pose for a photo inside Tri-County’s library ahead of an induction ceremony on Tuesday, November 15 |
Tri-County RVTHS, located at 147 Pond Street, Franklin, is a recipient of the High Schools That Work Gold Achievement Award and serves the communities of Franklin, Medfield, Medway, Millis, Norfolk, North Attleborough, Plainville, Seekonk, Sherborn, Walpole, and Wrentham.
Franklin Liquors: Thanksgiving Sale Newsletter
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Christmas Fair - Dec 3
St. John's Episcopal Church (237 Pleasant Street, Franklin) will hold it's annual Christmas Fair on Saturday December 3rd from 9:00am to 2:00pm.
The Fair features, Silent Auction, Cookie Walk, Baked Goods, Grandma's Attic with gently used items and books, Children's Activities, Snack Bar, and a raffle for a Fitbit and Kindle.
Please join us!
The Fair features, Silent Auction, Cookie Walk, Baked Goods, Grandma's Attic with gently used items and books, Children's Activities, Snack Bar, and a raffle for a Fitbit and Kindle.
Please join us!
St. John's Episcopal Church (237 Pleasant Street, Franklin) |
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