Exploring French Wine Regions - Nov 9

Lets take a tasting tour around France.

Exploring French Wine Regions - Nov 9

 Thursday Nov 9^th 7 PM

From Franklin Liquors and Tri-County Adult Education: We will discuss regions, laws and explore unique wines from Champagne to the Southwest. Don’t let wines from France confuse you, learn what grapes grow best where and so much more!

 https://registration.xenegrade.com/tri-county/courseDisplay.cfm?schID=2342

Town Council Recap: Vallee recognized for service

Town Councilor Bob Vallee was recognized for 30+ years of service foe Franklin. This was his last Council meeting as he choose to not run again. The recognition was left off the posted agenda so that Bob would participate in the meeting per Council Chair Matt Kelly.

Kelly presented a token of appreciation and mentioned that the Council members has chipped in to purchase a chair with the Town seal on it so he could watch future meetings.

All the councilors took turns in sharing a moment of recognition for Bob.

Representative Roy presented a proclamation from the MA House of Representatives.

Appointments

Two new members were appointed to the Cultural Council. One was present at the meeting, the other had a conflict.

Veterans Recognition

Veterans Agent Dale Kurtz presented three proclamations

1 - Recognition of Post 3402 for accomplishments and awards

2 - Recognition of Ernest Carruthers, Quartermaster of Post by both State and Federal VFW organizations

3 - Recognition of Lawrence P Bederian, Post Commander - All American Team Post Commander

There was also a presentation of a proposed Veterans Walk to be added to the Town Common. The Council was supportive so the formal proposal will come forward in a future meeting.

Arial view of the proposed walkway connecting Main St with Union around
the exiting memorial on the St Mary's side of the Town Common

There were only a few items of legislation and all passed unanimously via roll call vote. Councilor Mercer was participating via remote phone connection.

Additional details from the meeting can be found in the links reported live on Wednesday. When the Town publishes the "Actions Taken" for the meeting, that will be added here as well.

Council Chair Matt Kelly and retiring Councilor Bob Vallee

Actions Taken

http://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/uploads/town_council_actions_taken_for_october_25_2017.pdf

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Franklin Candidates - Facebook pages

The collection of candidate webpage (mostly Facebook) as compiled by Sarah Mabardy and the #voteFranklin group on Facebook.

Facebook

Bridget Sweet - Candidate for Franklin Board of Health

Melanie Hamblen for Town Council Franklin MA

Glenn Jones - Candidate for Franklin Town Council

Eamon for a New Franklin Town Council

Patrick Casey for Franklin Town Council

Mickey Lee Whitmore Candidate for Franklin Town Council

Denise Schultz - Franklin School Committee

Elect Monica Linden for Franklin School Committee

Zub For School Committee

Matt Kelly - Franklin Town Councilor

Robert Dellorco for Town Council

Webpage

Monica Linden

If there are additional sites to add, please comment or send an email so we can update this listing and the one maintained by Sarah on Facebook (Closed Group).

Franklin election collection 2017

FHS girls cross country take Hockomock Championships, boys 2nd

FHS girls varsity cross country won the Hockomock Championships on Saturday at the Wrentham Developmental Center. The boys varsity team was second to Mansfield. The boys earlier this season handed Mansfield their first dual meet loss in 15 years.

The FHS girls JV team won. The FHS boys JV team was second (also to Mansfield).

The FHS girls frosh won (only 2 full teams entered). The FHS boys frosh won. 

Individual results can be found in the links below:


Hockomock Varsity girls
http://www.coolrunning.com/results/17/ma/Oct28_Hockom_set1.shtml

Hockomock Varsity boys
http://www.coolrunning.com/results/17/ma/Oct28_Hockom_set2.shtml

Hockomock Junior Varsity girls
http://www.coolrunning.com/results/17/ma/Oct28_Hockom_set3.shtml

Hockomock Junior Varsity boys
http://www.coolrunning.com/results/17/ma/Oct28_Hockom_set4.shtml

Hockomock Frosh girls
http://www.coolrunning.com/results/17/ma/Oct28_Hockom_set5.shtml

Hockomock Frosh boys
http://www.coolrunning.com/results/17/ma/Oct28_Hockom_set6.shtml


HockomockSports has published a photo gallery of the boys race
https://hockomocksports.smugmug.com/20172018/Fall-2017/2017-Boys-Hockomock-Cross-Country-Championships/

and of the girls race
https://hockomocksports.smugmug.com/20172018/Fall-2017/2017-Girls-Hockomock-Cross-Country-Championships-10-28-17/

FHS Panthers

Manufacturing Caucus Hosts Second Annual Manufacturing Award Ceremony

Two area manufacturers, Dell Technologies and E.Parrella Company, Inc. (EPCO), each received a Manufacturer of the Year award at a State House ceremony on Tuesday. The companies were nominated by State Representative Jeffrey N. Roy and State Senator Karen E. Spilka.

The Massachusetts Legislative Manufacturing Caucus hosted its Second annual Manufacturing award ceremony to recognize 53 manufacturers that are truly making it in Massachusetts. The ceremony honored the manufacturers and showcased their innovative and revolutionary manufacturing capabilities and products. The event included companies who make electronic storage systems, spheres, badges, network devices, bicycles, textiles, and even beer.

Lieutenant Governor Karyn E. Polito, Secretary of Housing & Economic Development Jay Ash, Senate President Stanley C. Rosenberg, and House Speaker Robert A. DeLeo offered remarks at the ceremony.

Formed in August 2014, the Manufacturing Caucus includes more than 60 legislators from around the Commonwealth. Lawmakers focus on training for manufacturing employees; encouraging innovation by helping start-ups access resources; and expanding apprenticeship opportunities in key manufacturing sectors.

“The manufacturing sector in Massachusetts has gone through significant changes throughout our history but has always been able to adapt to the changing nature of our economy. The Senate has always shown our support through workforce development, investments in innovation, and job creation. The fifty-three award winners today are true leaders in our economy,” said Senate President Stan Rosenberg (D-Amherst).

“The House is proud to support workforce development programs, initiatives that weave together innovation industries with the manufacturing sector like the UMass Innovation Voucher program, and MassMEP,” said House Speaker Robert A. DeLeo (D-Winthrop). “The manufacturers recognized today represent the lifeblood of Massachusetts’ economy. They’ve demonstrated that it’s possible to be an enduring force in their local communities while also working to ensure that manufacturing is a responsive, inclusive and dynamic sector. I thank them for their leadership and look forward to continued collaboration.”

“Manufacturers in Massachusetts create high-quality, high-value goods, and are at the forefront of adopting new technology and innovative production techniques,” said Housing and Economic Development Secretary Jay Ash. “Our administration is eager to continue working with employers, educational institutions and workforce development organizations to create a highly-skilled workforce, and partner with our colleagues in the legislature to support this critical industry.”

“We recognized 53 manufacturers who have had an impact on our economy, created jobs, and are contributing to the renaissance of manufacturing in our state by truly making it in Massachusetts,” said Rep. Jeffrey N. Roy (D - Franklin), House Chair of the Legislature’s Manufacturing Caucus. 

"Massachusetts is positioned to be number one in manufacturing in the United States, and these companies are all a large part of our success story. And I am delighted that we had the opportunity to honor them and showcase their innovative and revolutionary manufacturing capabilities and products.”

“Dell EMC and EPCO are shining examples of manufacturing innovation in our community, successfully creating exciting products and boosting our local economy,” said Senator Karen E. Spilka (D-Ashland). “Encouraging workforce development, job creation and innovation are important priorities for me as a legislator, and I thank these two companies for their leadership and partnership in these areas.”

(L to R) State Rep. Jeffrey Roy, Pat Kent, and Paige Fetzer of Dell Technologies

Dell Technologies serves a key role in providing the essential infrastructure for organizations to build their digital future, transform IT and protect their most important asset, information. Dell employs over 1,200 employees in Franklin and close to 9,000 statewide. The company has added $2.2 billion GDP and has paid close to $1 billion to Massachusetts suppliers. In addition, its Massachusetts employees have donated $7.3 billion and volunteered 26,000 hours.

Franklin Lions collecting DVDs 4 Vets

DVDs 4 Vets

Help those who have proudly served our Country!

Honey Dew Donuts

East and West Central St locations

7 AM – 11 AM

Saturday November 11th, 2017

The idea to start DVDs 4 Vets came about on Veteran’s Day 2006. With daily reports of severely wounded soldiers returning from Iraq, many were unable to easily obtain the basic entertainment, most civilians take for granted, due to restrictive physical or economic hardships.

Your contribution of new and gently used DVDs will allow our vets to enjoy the same entertainment with their friends, families, and neighbors, while recovering and recuperating from injuries sustain fighting for our Freedom.

Sponsored by the
Franklin Lions
PO Box 3
Franklin, MA 02038
franklinmalions@gmail.com

Franklin Lions collecting DVDs 4 Vets

Friends of the Poor Walk says "Thank you"

The 2017 St. Mary’s St. Vincent de Paul Friends of the Poor Walk was held on September 30. We had over 60 enthusiastic participants and were fortunate to have had a short period of good weather from 9:00 - 11:00 on an otherwise gloomy day.

Due to the generosity of the participants and the generosity of those who used our donation envelopes, we were able to raise a total of $8176. 

All of these funds will be used to accomplish our goal of “Neighbors helping neighbors” to care for God’s people in need.

The St. Vincent de Paul Society would like to thank everyone for their participation and contributions. We are so grateful to be able to reach out and help our friends in need.

Friends of the Poor Walk says "Thank you"