Pictures are free with an unwrapped gift for our community toy drive.
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| Pictures with Santa and Mrs Claus - Dec 15 |
Follow the Franklin Police Department event on Facebook
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Friday, December 14, 2018
Pictures with Santa and Mrs Claus - Dec 15
Pictures with Santa and Mrs. Claus at the Franklin Police Department on December 15, 2018 from 9 AM to noon.
Pictures are free with an unwrapped gift for our community toy drive.
Follow the Franklin Police Department event on Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/events/1936339859794591/
Pictures are free with an unwrapped gift for our community toy drive.
Follow the Franklin Police Department event on Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/events/1936339859794591/
“They really are great sandwiches”
From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20181214/jersey-mikes-sub-shop-is-coming-to-franklin
Twitter = https://twitter.com/jerseymikes
Webpage = https://www.jerseymikes.com/
"Foodies are getting excited about a new sign that popped up on Rte. 140 in Franklin on Wednesday afternoon, teasing a new place to eat.
Jersey Mike’s Subs plans to open a shop in the plaza at 471 West Central St., the company’s corporate office confirmed. The company did not provide an opening date.
Franklin will be the company’s second Massachusetts shop, the other being in Marlborough.
Some folks are familiar with Jersey Mike’s classic Italian sub and grilled chicken cheesesteak."Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20181214/jersey-mikes-sub-shop-is-coming-to-franklin
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| Twitter profile image for Jersey Mike's |
Twitter = https://twitter.com/jerseymikes
Webpage = https://www.jerseymikes.com/
In the News: third of folks go without care; grant applications available for ArtWeek
From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:
Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20181211/survey-mass-residents-have-trouble-accessing-behavioral-health-care
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20181212/franklin-artweek-grant-program-is-now-open
"Most adults who sought care for mental health or substance use disorders in Massachusetts in the last year had trouble obtaining that care, regardless of whether or not they had insurance coverage to help pay for the care.
The 2018 Massachusetts Health Reform Survey found that more than a third of the people who sought behavioral health care in the last 12 months have gone without that care and that 57 percent of the people who sought care said they had trouble finding a provider who would see them.
The Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts Foundation on Tuesday morning will release the results of the survey conducted by the Urban Institute and Social Science Research Solutions earlier this year based on responses from 2,201 individuals.
“I think all in all, it’s sort of another set of data that indicates what we all sort of anecdotally experience and hear about: that there are real access problems with getting mental health and substance use disorder care,” Audrey Shelto, president of the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts Foundation, said. She added, “In a state where we have made such dramatic gains in coverage, it is disturbing that so many people with mental health and substance use conditions face these challenges in getting treatment.”
Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20181211/survey-mass-residents-have-trouble-accessing-behavioral-health-care
"Grant applications are now available for the ArtWeek 2019 in Franklin, the second year the town is participating in the statewide event.
ArtWeek is a 10-day festival that features unique artistic experiences from local businesses and organizations. Some of the events offered are participatory, while others offer a look at how artists do their work.
Chairman of the Franklin Cultural Council, Stacey David said that the town hosted 50 events in 2018′s ArtWeek. This year, Franklin hosted 10 percent of the state’s events, and had a massive turnout, she said. For 2019, they’re hoping for even more, she said.
“The response was really great,” David said. “Everything was very well-attended and the people there were really excited.”Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20181212/franklin-artweek-grant-program-is-now-open
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| Franklin Cultural Council to Offer Artweek Festival Grants |
Thursday, December 13, 2018
FPAC Announces Open Auditions for You Can’t Take It With You
The Franklin Performing Arts Company is excited to announce open auditions for You Can't Take it With You. Auditions open to ages 16+ on Saturday, December 15 or by appointment. To schedule an appointment, call 508-528-3370 or email Raye Lynn Mercer at rlmercer@fpaconline.com. Those auditioning may prepare a monologue or sides will be available. The production runs January 25-27 at THE BLACK BOX.
You Can't Take It with You, by Moss Hart and George S. Kaufman, is a classic comedy about a family living “to the beat of a different drum”. Set in the summer of 1938 in New York City, the play introduces audiences to the freethinking Sycamore family and the mishaps and mayhem that ensue when their daughter's fiancĂ© brings his conservative, straight-laced parents to dinner on the wrong night. You Can’t Take It with You won the 1937 Pulitzer Prize for Drama, and the screen adaptation won the Academy Award for Best Picture and Best Director.
For more information, visit www.fpaconline.com or call 508-528-3370
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| FPAC Announces Open Auditions for You Can’t Take It With You |
For more information, visit www.fpaconline.com or call 508-528-3370
FHS Gordon, Driscoll, Nally, Wertz, and Cheuvront recognized with HockomockSports football awards
We share the HockomockSports.com football awards for FHS. Note: all photos from HockomockSports.com
HOCKOMOCKSPORTS.COM HOCK 5 QUARTERBACKS
Nick Gordon – Franklin- Senior
Franklin senior quarterback Nick Gordon added a different dimension to the Panthers offense this season with his ability to make plays through the air or with his feet. Gordon, who was chosen as the Hockomock League MVP, threw for 24 touchdown passes and exactly 2,100 yards to help Franklin reach the Div. 1 South semifinal. He also rushed for 419 yards and eight touchdowns, setting school records for passing and total TDs and total yards. Franklin coach Eian Bain said, “Nick stepped into the roll of QB for us and our system evolved to utilized his play making ability. He steadily improved as the season progressed.”
HOCKOMOCKSPORTS.COM HOCK 5 WIDE RECEIVERS/TIGHT ENDS
Ryan Driscoll – Franklin – Senior
Franklin senior Ryan Driscoll was one of the top big play threats in the state this season, averaging more than 31 yards per catch and pulling in 12 touchdowns, which was half of QB Nick Gordon’s total passing touchdowns. He had 842 receiving yards this season, as well as 188 yards on special teams to eclipse 1,000 total yards for the year. Driscoll was also one of the top cover guys in the Panthers secondary. Franklin coach Eian Bain said, “Ryan had a flair for the big play, and scored in all but three games this season. He became the go-to in the big moments. He also had big plays on special teams in the return game.”
HOCKOMOCKSPORTS.COM HOCK 5 ATHLETES
Jack Nally – Franklin – Junior
Franklin junior Jack Nally found a number of different ways to make an impact for the Panthers on both sides of the ball, helping them reach the D1 South semifinals. Nally averaged five yards per carry this season and rushed for one touchdown, while catching four touchdowns and totaling nearly 400 yards receiving. He also had more than 350 return yards (922 yards total) and was a strong presence on the defensive side of the ball. Franklin coach Eian Bain said, “Jack was our best overall athlete. We need to invent new and creative way to get him the football. He was a focal point of our game plan each week in all three phases.”
HOCKOMOCKSPORTS.COM HOCK 5 LINEBACKERS
Evan Wertz – Franklin – Junior
Franklin junior linebacker Evan Wertz has already set school records during his two years in the middle of the Panthers defense, as he racks up tackles each week. He had an incredible 122 tackles in 11 games this season (11 per game), including 45 solo efforts and 10 tackles for loss. He also had three pass break-ups and an interception, as he showed the ability to drop into coverage when needed. Franklin coach Eian Bain said, “One of the best linebackers in the state, Evan has a nose for the football. He has great lateral quickness and is a technician with his block destruction. He has set multiple school records already as a linebacker.”
HOCKOMOCKSPORTS.COM HOCK 5 DEFENSIVE BACKS
Ryan Driscoll – Franklin – Junior
Franklin senior defensive back Ryan Driscoll emerged as one of the top two-way players for the Panthers, making big plays in the passing game on offense and preventing them on defense. He finished with 31 tackles (15 solo tackles), 10 pass breakups, two interceptions, and a blocked punt. He also accumulated more than 1,000 total yards as Franklin’s top target in the passing game (see above). Franklin coach Eian Bain said, “Defensively, Ryan drew the toughest match-ups each week. He was one of our most sure tacklers, and had many solo tackles on the perimeter. His playmaking extended to the defensive side of the ball.”
HOCKOMOCKSPORTS.COM HOCK 5 SPECIAL TEAMS
Parker Cheuvront – Franklin – Sophomore
Franklin sophomore Parker Cheuvront stepped into the kicking role this season and turned into a weapon for the Panthers as they made a run to the Div. 1 South semifinal. He made 38-of-39 extra points this season and also went 3-of-6 on field goals. He made attempts from 32, 16, and 23 yards and finished with 47 total points in his first season for the Panthers. Franklin coach Eian Bain said, “Parker stepped in to sure up our kicking game this season. He is a master of his craft, and worked tirelessly to add an element to our team that we desperately lacked. As he got used to the bright lights on Friday, he became more and more consistent.”
For all the HockomockSports.Com football awards
https://hockomocksports.com/awards/football/2018-2/
HOCKOMOCKSPORTS.COM HOCK 5 QUARTERBACKS
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| Nick Gordon |
Franklin senior quarterback Nick Gordon added a different dimension to the Panthers offense this season with his ability to make plays through the air or with his feet. Gordon, who was chosen as the Hockomock League MVP, threw for 24 touchdown passes and exactly 2,100 yards to help Franklin reach the Div. 1 South semifinal. He also rushed for 419 yards and eight touchdowns, setting school records for passing and total TDs and total yards. Franklin coach Eian Bain said, “Nick stepped into the roll of QB for us and our system evolved to utilized his play making ability. He steadily improved as the season progressed.”
HOCKOMOCKSPORTS.COM HOCK 5 WIDE RECEIVERS/TIGHT ENDS
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| Ryan Driscoll |
Franklin senior Ryan Driscoll was one of the top big play threats in the state this season, averaging more than 31 yards per catch and pulling in 12 touchdowns, which was half of QB Nick Gordon’s total passing touchdowns. He had 842 receiving yards this season, as well as 188 yards on special teams to eclipse 1,000 total yards for the year. Driscoll was also one of the top cover guys in the Panthers secondary. Franklin coach Eian Bain said, “Ryan had a flair for the big play, and scored in all but three games this season. He became the go-to in the big moments. He also had big plays on special teams in the return game.”
HOCKOMOCKSPORTS.COM HOCK 5 ATHLETES
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| Jack Nally |
Franklin junior Jack Nally found a number of different ways to make an impact for the Panthers on both sides of the ball, helping them reach the D1 South semifinals. Nally averaged five yards per carry this season and rushed for one touchdown, while catching four touchdowns and totaling nearly 400 yards receiving. He also had more than 350 return yards (922 yards total) and was a strong presence on the defensive side of the ball. Franklin coach Eian Bain said, “Jack was our best overall athlete. We need to invent new and creative way to get him the football. He was a focal point of our game plan each week in all three phases.”
HOCKOMOCKSPORTS.COM HOCK 5 LINEBACKERS
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| Evan Wertz |
Franklin junior linebacker Evan Wertz has already set school records during his two years in the middle of the Panthers defense, as he racks up tackles each week. He had an incredible 122 tackles in 11 games this season (11 per game), including 45 solo efforts and 10 tackles for loss. He also had three pass break-ups and an interception, as he showed the ability to drop into coverage when needed. Franklin coach Eian Bain said, “One of the best linebackers in the state, Evan has a nose for the football. He has great lateral quickness and is a technician with his block destruction. He has set multiple school records already as a linebacker.”
HOCKOMOCKSPORTS.COM HOCK 5 DEFENSIVE BACKS
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| Ryan Driscoll |
Franklin senior defensive back Ryan Driscoll emerged as one of the top two-way players for the Panthers, making big plays in the passing game on offense and preventing them on defense. He finished with 31 tackles (15 solo tackles), 10 pass breakups, two interceptions, and a blocked punt. He also accumulated more than 1,000 total yards as Franklin’s top target in the passing game (see above). Franklin coach Eian Bain said, “Defensively, Ryan drew the toughest match-ups each week. He was one of our most sure tacklers, and had many solo tackles on the perimeter. His playmaking extended to the defensive side of the ball.”
HOCKOMOCKSPORTS.COM HOCK 5 SPECIAL TEAMS
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| Parker Cheuvront |
Franklin sophomore Parker Cheuvront stepped into the kicking role this season and turned into a weapon for the Panthers as they made a run to the Div. 1 South semifinal. He made 38-of-39 extra points this season and also went 3-of-6 on field goals. He made attempts from 32, 16, and 23 yards and finished with 47 total points in his first season for the Panthers. Franklin coach Eian Bain said, “Parker stepped in to sure up our kicking game this season. He is a master of his craft, and worked tirelessly to add an element to our team that we desperately lacked. As he got used to the bright lights on Friday, he became more and more consistent.”
For all the HockomockSports.Com football awards
https://hockomocksports.com/awards/football/2018-2/
FHS Lizotte, Tasker - "players to watch"; FHS boys hockey season preview
Via HockomockSports we share the FHS information from the "Top 10 boys hockey players to watch" and the FHS boys hockey preview.
JOE LIZZOTTE, SENIOR – FRANKLIN
Lizzotte is one of Franklin’s top returning forwards from last year’s league title-winning side and he could make the move up from the second to the first line for the Panthers this season. His energy and tenacity in the offensive zone made him one of Franklin’s top scoring threats, as the Panthers advanced to the final of the competitive Mount St. Charles tournament and got a point for the first time against Malden Catholic.
Lizzotte scored nine times and assisted on four other goals, partnering with Zac Falvey on the second line and both are back to keep Franklin rolling into a new season. Lizzotte utilizes his speed to open up space for diagonal passes and is willing to chase pucks into the corners to try and keep the offense going. In addition to league play, Franklin has a schedule loaded with some of the top teams in Div. 1, so Lizzotte and the forwards will need to be firing right from the start to help the Panthers compete with some of the state’s best.
TOM TASKER, SENIOR – FRANKLIN
Tasker jumped into the mix for Franklin and made a quick impression as a solid performer on the blue line in all three zones, providing big hits and a hard shot from the point. Now as a junior Tasker has solidified himself as a mainstay and one of the leaders of the Panthers defense as they try to continue their dominance in the Kelley-Rex division and make another run in the tournament.
Tasker is a physical presence in the defensive zone but also showed good touch on his outlet passes to get the Panthers into the attack quickly. He scored four goals and had four assists last season and became a dangerous weapon on the power play. After a year of experience on the varsity level, Tasker will be one of the leaders in the back line and keep driving the team forward from the defensive zone. Expectations are high for Franklin defensemen but Tasker seems more than capable of meeting them.
for the other players to watch around the Hockomock League
https://hockomocksports.com/hockomock-boys-hockey-players-to-watch-in-2018-2019/
FRANKLIN
2017-2018 Record: 12-6-5
2017-2018 Finish: Reached Div. 1 South first round.
Coach: Chris Spillane
Franklin started well last winter, reaching the final of the prestigious Mount St. Charles tournament and taking a point off Malden Catholic for the first time, but the Panthers couldn’t carry the momentum throughout the season and were knocked out in the first round of the tournament. As usual, Franklin graduated a lot of players, but also return a strong corps of experienced players to take on arguably the program’s toughest regular season schedule, which is loaded with some of the state’s top teams.
The Panthers return 11 seniors for this season, including eight forwards, but also have a group of eight sophomores that are jumping up from the JV to contribute on varsity this season. The forward line has plenty of experience and should be able to fire in the goals this year. Seniors Joey Lizotte, Zac Falvey, Scott Elliott, Dan Magazu, and C.J. Spillane will all be able to jump into the top scoring lines after playing major roles last year.
Defensively, the top five defensemen will be juniors Tom Tasker (who was on the HockomockSports.com All-Underclassman Team last year) and Colin Hedvig and seniors Cam Casella, Matt D’Errico, and Evan Forbes. Three sophomores will also see time on the blue line for the Panthers this season. After graduating three senior goaltenders, the job is open to senior Ryan Cameron and junior Ray Ivers, who are both making the jump from JV.
“Our hope is that team speed will drive the offense and that our returning defense will have the experience to make sound decisions in our end,” said Franklin coach Chris Spillane. “The boys are looking forward to the upcoming season. I see the Hockomock as an extremely competitive league this year. We will also challenge our boys with a high-end non-league schedule.”
Continue reading the boys hockey preview
https://hockomocksports.com/2018-2019-hockomock-boys-hockey-preview/
JOE LIZZOTTE, SENIOR – FRANKLIN
Lizzotte is one of Franklin’s top returning forwards from last year’s league title-winning side and he could make the move up from the second to the first line for the Panthers this season. His energy and tenacity in the offensive zone made him one of Franklin’s top scoring threats, as the Panthers advanced to the final of the competitive Mount St. Charles tournament and got a point for the first time against Malden Catholic.
Lizzotte scored nine times and assisted on four other goals, partnering with Zac Falvey on the second line and both are back to keep Franklin rolling into a new season. Lizzotte utilizes his speed to open up space for diagonal passes and is willing to chase pucks into the corners to try and keep the offense going. In addition to league play, Franklin has a schedule loaded with some of the top teams in Div. 1, so Lizzotte and the forwards will need to be firing right from the start to help the Panthers compete with some of the state’s best.
TOM TASKER, SENIOR – FRANKLIN
Tasker jumped into the mix for Franklin and made a quick impression as a solid performer on the blue line in all three zones, providing big hits and a hard shot from the point. Now as a junior Tasker has solidified himself as a mainstay and one of the leaders of the Panthers defense as they try to continue their dominance in the Kelley-Rex division and make another run in the tournament.
Tasker is a physical presence in the defensive zone but also showed good touch on his outlet passes to get the Panthers into the attack quickly. He scored four goals and had four assists last season and became a dangerous weapon on the power play. After a year of experience on the varsity level, Tasker will be one of the leaders in the back line and keep driving the team forward from the defensive zone. Expectations are high for Franklin defensemen but Tasker seems more than capable of meeting them.
for the other players to watch around the Hockomock League
https://hockomocksports.com/hockomock-boys-hockey-players-to-watch-in-2018-2019/
FRANKLIN
2017-2018 Record: 12-6-5
2017-2018 Finish: Reached Div. 1 South first round.
Coach: Chris Spillane
Franklin started well last winter, reaching the final of the prestigious Mount St. Charles tournament and taking a point off Malden Catholic for the first time, but the Panthers couldn’t carry the momentum throughout the season and were knocked out in the first round of the tournament. As usual, Franklin graduated a lot of players, but also return a strong corps of experienced players to take on arguably the program’s toughest regular season schedule, which is loaded with some of the state’s top teams.
The Panthers return 11 seniors for this season, including eight forwards, but also have a group of eight sophomores that are jumping up from the JV to contribute on varsity this season. The forward line has plenty of experience and should be able to fire in the goals this year. Seniors Joey Lizotte, Zac Falvey, Scott Elliott, Dan Magazu, and C.J. Spillane will all be able to jump into the top scoring lines after playing major roles last year.
Defensively, the top five defensemen will be juniors Tom Tasker (who was on the HockomockSports.com All-Underclassman Team last year) and Colin Hedvig and seniors Cam Casella, Matt D’Errico, and Evan Forbes. Three sophomores will also see time on the blue line for the Panthers this season. After graduating three senior goaltenders, the job is open to senior Ryan Cameron and junior Ray Ivers, who are both making the jump from JV.
“Our hope is that team speed will drive the offense and that our returning defense will have the experience to make sound decisions in our end,” said Franklin coach Chris Spillane. “The boys are looking forward to the upcoming season. I see the Hockomock as an extremely competitive league this year. We will also challenge our boys with a high-end non-league schedule.”
Continue reading the boys hockey preview
https://hockomocksports.com/2018-2019-hockomock-boys-hockey-preview/
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| FHS Panthers |
FHS girls hockey tops Medway; FHS wrestling pins Tri-County
Via HockomockSports and Twitter we share the results of the FHS sports action on Wednesday, Dec 12, 2018
Girls Hockey = Franklin, 4 vs. Medway, 3 – Final
– Cassi Ronan scored a pair of goals and Regan Paterson and Libby Carter each tallied once to lift the Panthers to a season-opening win.
Wrestling = Franklin, 49 vs. Tri-County, 19 – Final
For the other results around the Hockomock League
https://hockomocksports.com/wednesdays-schedule-scoreboard-12-12-18/
Via the Twitterverse
https://twitter.com/FranklinMatters/lists/fhs-sports
Girls Hockey = Franklin, 4 vs. Medway, 3 – Final
– Cassi Ronan scored a pair of goals and Regan Paterson and Libby Carter each tallied once to lift the Panthers to a season-opening win.
Wrestling = Franklin, 49 vs. Tri-County, 19 – Final
For the other results around the Hockomock League
https://hockomocksports.com/wednesdays-schedule-scoreboard-12-12-18/
Via the Twitterverse
https://twitter.com/FranklinMatters/lists/fhs-sports
Great 49-19 win over Tri-County. Pins from Carlucci brothers, Sauer, MacLean, Nawn, Jacoby and Downing— Franklin Wrestling (@FHSWrestle) December 13, 2018
Match actually started early & @FHSWrestle wins it 49-19 despite quite a strong effort from a few @TriRvths wrestlers. The Panthers are now 25-0 in dual matches dating back to last year’s state championship @FHSSports @MetroWestSports— Kevin J. Stone (@kstone06) December 13, 2018
Game 1 - WIN 4-3 against Medway! Goals by Ronan (2), Paterson, and Carter‼️ & Cornetta playing strong in net 🥅🏒 #LetsssGooo— FHS Girls Hockey (@fhsvgockey) December 13, 2018
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