Final listing of Candidates for the Franklin, MA election - November 7, 2017

Friday, September 22, 2017, the following is the final list of Candidates who have returned there nomination papers and have been certified for the upcoming Biennial Town Election this November 7, 2017.

Teresa M. Burr, Town Clerk


Town Council – 9 Seats – 2 year term

• Andrew Bissanti - Candidate for Re-Election
• Robert Dellorco - Candidate for Re-Election
• Glenn Jones - Candidate for Re-Election
• Matthew Kelly – Candidate for Re-Election
• Thomas D. Mercer - Candidate for Re-Election
• Peter E. Padula – Candidate for Re-Election
• Deborah L. Pellegri - Candidate for Re-Election
• Judith Pond Pfeffer - Candidate for Re-Election
• Patrick Casey
• Melanie Hamblen
• Eamon McCarthy-Earls
• Mickey Lee Whitmore

School Committee – 7 Seats – 2 year term

• Anne K. Bergen – Candidate for Re-Election
• Cynthia Douglas - Candidate for Re-Election
• Denise L. Schultz - Candidate for Re-Election
• Mary Jane Scofield –Candidate for Re-Election
• Dianne C. Feeley
• Dr. Monica Linden
• Alexandra Porter-Marques
• Virginia (Gigi) Zub

Planning Board – 2 Seats- 4 year term

• Joseph Halligan - Candidate for Re-Election
• Anthony D. Padula – Candidate for Re-Election

Planning Board –Associate – 1 Seat – 4 year term

• Richard W. Power, Sr.

Board of Health – 1 Seat – 4 year term

• Bruce J. Hunchard - Candidate for Re-Election
• Bridget Sweet

Board of Assessors – 1 Seat – 4 year term

• Christopher K. Feeley – Candidate for Re-Election

Note: assuming there are no changes between now and October 5 (the last date to object or withdraw), the ballot will look similar to this. The candidates for re-election will be listed first in alphabetical order followed by the new candidates also in alphabetical order for each seat.

You can find this listing on the Town of Franklin webpage
http://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/news/candidates_nov_7_2017_2.pdf

Franklin Election Collection - 2017

Tri-County & Plainville Public Library Team Up to Create an Interactive Play Structure in the Children’s Library

Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School and the Plainville Public Library are pleased to announce an educational partnership that will give students the opportunity to create a new interactive play structure area in the Children’s Library. The project will be educationally-focused on curriculum for children ages 0-6.

This project is brought to you with federal funds provided by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and administered by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners (MBLC). The MBLC developed this direct grant program using federal funding to help libraries meet local community needs including financial and health literacy programs, STEM and STEAM projects, programs that help New Americans learn English and become citizens, programs that serve teen needs and projects that preserve valuable historical documents.

“We are very pleased to be given the opportunity to work with the Plainville Public Library on behalf of our students,” said Jean George, Vocational Director for Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School. “This has been a great opportunity for our students to collaborate together to see how their specific vocations are integrated to complete a project. Real-world application of skills is a valuable part of the career-focused technical learning experience.”

The play structure will be used by young children to promote social, intellectual, emotional and physical development. Under the supervision of licensed vocational teachers, the high school students will assist in implementing the project. Students in Carpentry will work on designing and building the structure, while students in Graphic Communications will create signs to identify various theme-centered play, and Early Education students will develop lesson plans to share with families.

“Once we received the grant, I was very motivated in finding ways for the community to be involved in our work here at the Library,” said Laura Brillant-Giangrande, Children’s Librarian, Plainville Public Library. “Since Plainville is in the Tri-County district, I thought what a great opportunity it is for high school students to help us to accomplish our goals. It’s really a great learning opportunity for all ages.”

Tri-County RVTHS, located at 147 Pond Street in 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.

Tri-County & Plainville Public Library Team Up to Create an Interactive Play Structure in the Children’s Library

In the photo, sitting from left to right is: Laura Brillant-Giangrande, Plainville Public Library; Jean George, Tri-County Vocational Director; Brian Boyd, Tri-County Carpentry. Standing from left to right is: Mark Chauvin, Tri-County Graphics Communications; Lisa Oxford, Tri-County Early Education; Dina Taylor, Tri-County Early Education; Linda Thompson, Tri-County Graphics Communications; Fran Williams, Tri-County Graphics Communications; and Michelle Tilden of Tri-County Early Education

Mansfield tops FHS football 14-13 opening the new turf field

From Hockomock Sports we share the results of the Franklin High School fall sports results from Friday, Sep 22.


Football = Mansfield, 14 @ Franklin, 13 – Final
1st Quarter: (F) Jake Noviello touchdown pass to Sean Leonard, Matt Zucco XP good.
2nd Quarter: No scoring.
3rd Quarter: (M) Damani Scott 1-yard rush, Mike DeBolt XP good; (M) Joe Cox 8-yard rush, M. DeBolt XP good.
4th Quarter: (F) J. Noviello 60-yard pass to Ryan Driscoll, XP blocked.



Golf = Franklin @ King Philip – Postponed, TBD.


For all the results around the Hockomock League
https://hockomocksports.com/fridays-schedule-scoreboard-092217/

FHS Panthers

Town of Franklin seeking Finance Director

From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:

"After 17 years on the job, town comptroller Susan Gagner is retiring in January, leaving the position open. 

What does the job entail? 

The comptroller’s job is that of a financial director for the town. The salary range starts between $102,000 and $120,000 depending on the applicant’s qualifications. 

The biggest responsibilities associated with the job are assisting the town administrator in the yearly budget process and financial forecasts, to record and monitor the annual operating and capital budget, and to maintain a comprehensive, detailed general ledger of all town financial activity."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required) 
http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20170921/franklin-seeks-new-finance-director

The full job posting can be found on the Town of Franklin webpage (PDF)
http://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/uploads/finance.director-job.posting-packet.pdf

or viewed here

Town of Franklin seeking Finance  Director

Franklin Police Detectives make drug arrest

On September 21st, 2017 Franklin Police Detectives placed under arrest Robert Lozzi, age 50, of 208 Glen Meadow Road, Franklin, and Joel Carrasco, age 28, of 107 Harriet Street in Providence, RI.

These arrests were the result of a weeks long investigation which was initiated by citizen’s complaints of drug activity in the Glen Meadow apartment complex. Detectives credit good information, and cooperation of the residents in the community in bringing these two individuals into law enforcement’s focus.

As a result of the investigation and subsequent arrest of these individuals, several bags of a substance believed to be heroin were recovered, as well as cash proceeds. The Franklin Police Department will also seek to file asset forfeiture proceedings against the cash seized, and the vehicle used during this illegal activity.

The following individuals were taken into custody:

Joel Carrasco, charged with:
94c/32, Distribution of a Class A substance (heroin)
94c/32, Possession with intent to distribute a Class A substance (heroin)

Robert Lozzi, charged with:
94c/34, Possession of a Class A substance (heroin)

The information contained in this press release does not imply listed individuals have been convicted in a court of valid jurisdiction of the crimes for which they were arrested. All individuals are presumed to be innocent until proven guilty by a court with proper jurisdiction over the matter(s) for which they were arrested.


You can also find this information on the Town of Franklin Police Dept page
http://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/news/2017_media_release_lozzi.pdf

Franklin Police Dept, 911 Panther Way

Franklin & Bellingham Rail Trail StoryWalk - Sep 24

Come read and walk on the local rail trail!

View this email in your browser Pop Up StoryWalk® on the SNETT Sunday, September 24th, 2017 8:00am - 4:00pm Welcome to our Pop Up StoryWalk® on SNETT #2! The featured book is: Amelia Bedelia Hits The Trail. It is level 1, beginning reading, but ALL are welcome to come enjoy the walk and read event. The StoryWalk® will be located on the same side as the parking area (the beginning will be at the end of the paved section up the hill). Stop by anytime between 8am and 4pm. Please note this event is WEATHER PERMITTING. There will be no staff for this event, just come anytime between 8am and 4pm and have fun reading and exploring. The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with Kellogg-Hubbard Library. StoryWalk® is a registered service mark owned by Ms. Ferguson. For more information, please visit our Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/361738560905565/ We are looking forward to seeing you! Copyright © 2017 Franklin & Bellingham Rail Trail Committee, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: Franklin & Bellingham Rail Trail Committee PO Box 68 Franklin, Ma 02038

The Fat City Band to Play THE BLACK BOX - Oct 6

THE BLACK BOX Local Artist Series presents The Fat City Band on Friday, October 6 at 8 p.m. at the downtown Franklin venue. For more than four decades, The Fat City Band has written, recorded, and performed a unique blend of blues, roadhouse rock, jazz, and New Orleans-style R&B. 

Performing coast to coast and beyond, the high-energy band has shared the stage with such legendary greats as James Brown, B.B. King, and Ray Charles. Bringing 40+ years of showmanship and entertainment experience to every show, the band remains committed to one idea: “Music Should Be Fun.” The Fat City Band invites audiences to come and join the party.

Tickets are $20. The home of the Franklin Performing Arts Company and a suburban hub for great music, THE BLACK BOX is located at 15 West Central Street. A cash bar is available. For tickets and more information, visit www.THEBLACKBOXonline.com or call (508) 528-3370.

The Fat City Band to Play THE BLACK BOX - Oct 6