Trunk or Treat & Hallo-weiner Roast - Oct 27

Trunk or Treat & Hallo-weiner Roast

Join us for a FREE Trunk or Treat and Hallo-weiner Roast at Franklin United Methodist Church. Come dressed in your Halloween costume, trick or treat around the parking lot, and enjoy a free hotdog. 

All are welcome. This event is completely free!

Feel free to share this event with your friends. An event link from Franklin United Methodist Church Facebook page can be found here: https://www.facebook.com/events/507778163320353/.

Sunday, October 27, 2019 at 3 PM 

Franklin United Methodist Church

Trunk or Treat & Hallo-weiner Roast - Oct 27

FHS golf team results = D1 South Sectional

The individual FHS golf team results from the D1 South Sectional golf match on Monday, Oct 21, 2019. They played on the Acushnet River Valley Golf Course

Complete results for D1 South can be found
https://www.highschoolgolf.org/app/golf-tournaments/3256-high-school-boys-2019-2020-massachusetts-boys-south-div-1-regional/player-leaderboard

Finish	Name	School	Grad Yr	+Par	Score
T41	Jack Peterson	Franklin High		13	85
T50	Quinten Faro	Franklin High		14	86
T57	Brian Sandham	Franklin High		16	88
T73	Nolan Norton	Franklin High		19	91
T80	Pat Dolan	Franklin High		21	93
T82	Jake Blaney	Franklin High		22	94

FHS golf team results = D1 South Sectional

FHS boys and girls soccer teams top Taunton

Via HockomockSports.com, we share the results of the FHS fall sports action on Tuesday, Oct 22, 2019


** Boys Soccer = Taunton, 1 @ Franklin, 3 – Final
– Franklin picked up a win at home to qualify for the state tournament. Senior Donny Tappin orchestrated all three goals, setting up Ben Moccia for the first two goals of the net. Tappin then assisted on a goal from Charlie Amante to help Franklin secure the win.


** Girls Soccer = Franklin, 5 @ Taunton, 0 – Final
Bridgette Ginley scored twice in the first half to help secure Franklin’s spot in the state tournament. Ginley scored 10 minutes into the game off an assist by Sydney St. Marie and then added Franklin’s third with four minutes to go in the half, off an assist by Chloe Barca. Anna Grasso had the second, from Anna Balkus. In the second half, Sabrina Addi scored an unassisted goal and Rachel Hogan got the fifth, assisted by Bridget Leo. Taunton goalie Grace Pimenta made at least a dozen saves to keep the Tigers close.


For other results around the Hockomock League
https://hockomocksports.com/tuesdays-schedule-scoreboard-10-22-19/

FHS boys and girls soccer teams top Taunton

"State officials estimated delays will be reduced by 91 percent with the preferred design"

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

"The public next week will have the opportunity to learn and ask questions about the Draft Environmental Impact Report for the upcoming Mass Pike-Interstate-495 interchange reconstruction.

A public meeting will be held Wednesday, Oct. 30 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. in the Marathon Elementary School cafeteria.

The report includes the status of project planning and design, the type and size of the project, requirements of state agencies and reasonable alternatives and methods to avoid, minimize and mitigate environmental impacts, according to the state Department of Transportation’s website. The project needs to dodge wetlands, the Sudbury River, Department of Conservation and Recreation land, train tracks and private property.

Residents can receive a copy of the Draft Environmental Impact Report by emailing Nathaniel Curtis at ncabralcurtis@hshassoc.com. Those unable to attend next week’s meeting can provide written comments on the report. Written comments can be sent to Secretary Kathleen Theoharides, Attn: Page Czepgia, Assistant Director, MEPA Office, Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs, 100 Cambridge St., Suite 900, Boston, MA 02114 or page.czepgia@state.ma.us."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20191022/public-can-ask-questions-at-oct-30-forum-about-report-on-reconstruction-on-pike495-interchange


Additional info can be found on the MassDOT page
https://www.mass.gov/service-details/about-the-i-495i-90-interchange-improvements-project

https://wikimapping.com/wikimap/I495I90.html

https://wikimapping.com/wikimap/I495I90.html

In the News: seat belt law changes proposed, again; Millis to vote on bag ban

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

"For at least the seventh consecutive legislative session, lawmakers and driving safety advocates on Tuesday morning asked legislators to give police the ability to pull over and ticket drivers if anyone in the car is not wearing a seat belt, citing the state’s 46th-in-the-nation ranking for seat belt usage and the promise of saving lives.

For years, plans to stiffen penalties under the state’s seat belt law have buckled in the face of racial profiling and privacy considerations. Under the current law, police officers in Massachusetts can only issue a ticket for a violation of the seat belt law if they pull the driver over for another offense.

State Rep. Jeffrey Roy, D-Franklin, and state Sen. Paul Feeney, D-Foxborough, filed legislation that would increase the fines for seat-belt violations and would make the violation a primary offense, for which police can stop drivers.

The bill, which has nine co-sponsors, would see drivers and passengers over age 16 fined $50 for not wearing seat belts. The driver would be charged an additional $50 for each passenger between the ages of 12 and 16 who were not wearing belts."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20191022/franklin-rep-roy-behind-legislation-to-increase-fines-for-seat-belt-violations

"The Millis Select Board moved the plastic bag ban initiative forward as an article for voting at the next town meeting Nov. 4.

The bylaw will eliminate single-use plastic bags in Millis, similar to the 122 other towns that have passed carry-out bag ban legislation.

Newspaper bags, dry cleaner bags, vegetable bags without handles, bags used for packaging meat and fish and brown paper bags will not be affected."

https://franklin.wickedlocal.com/news/20191021/millis-plastic-bag-ban-to-be-voted-on-nov-4

Choices: Candidate Query or Visioning Workshop today

Two tough choices to make today both in regards to Franklin's future. One helping to determine what town goals around economic development we should consider. The other helping to share more about the candidates in the Biennial Election scheduled for Nov 5.

Candidate Query

Franklin in Focus, a nonpartisan organization focused on bringing information about town issues and town government to the public, is sponsoring an evening with the candidates running for office in the upcoming November 5 town election. 

The Franklin in Focus Candidate Query will be held October 22, 2019, from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM at the Franklin Senior Center. The public is invited but seating is limited, so please reserve. 

Due to time constraints, only candidates in competitive races will attend: Constable, School Committee, and Town Council. 

The program will be recorded and broadcast by Franklin TV.




The format will ensure that each candidate gets to speak on each of the questions asked. 

• A lottery will determine order of candidate responses. 
• The first candidate will get 2 minutes to answer the question. 
• Each other candidate will get 1 minute to add to or differentiate from the prior answers. 
• Each candidate will get to take a lead on a question. 
• Each candidate will also be allowed a summary or closing statement at the end of all the questions.

Constables, then Town Council, followed by School Committee


RESERVE YOUR TICKET
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/franklin-in-focus-candidate-query-tickets-74766800513


WHEN: Tuesday, Oct 22, 2019 - 6:30 to 8:30 PM
WHERE: Franklin Senior Center

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Franklin in Focus: Candidate Query - Oct 22

Visioning Workshop

"The Town of Franklin and the Metropolitan Area Planning Council will hold an economic development visioning workshop for residents from 6-8:30 p.m. next Tuesday in the third-floor training room of the Franklin Municipal Building, 355 East Central St.

The public comment session will feature a presentation by an MAPC representative on goals of the town and MAPC’s development project and the current state of economic activity in Franklin.

The town and the MAPC are undertaking a business development strategy to support business growth in Franklin’s three strategic growth locations: the downtown Franklin Commercial District; the Crossing (near Union and Cottage streets); and the Mixed Business Innovation District (near Fisher and Hayward streets).

The main goal of that project is to increase the economic activity within those older commercial areas and the town as a whole. The resulting market analysis will guide the development of a business recruitment and retention strategy including the future creation of business recruitment materials to capitalize on the market potential of these districts."

Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20191018/franklin-hosts-development-workshop-on-tuesday

Get your copy of the flyer
https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/news/econ._dev._event_10222019_flyer.pdf

Economic Development Workshop Tuesday

Circle of Friends Coffeehouse: Trio Concert - Sat - Nov 2

Freebo, Kirsten Maxwell, and Alice Howe join in fabulous harmony

Freebo, Alice Howe, & Kirsten Maxwell Nov 2 View this email in your browser FREEBO, ALICE HOWE, & KIRSTEN MAXWELL November 2 - 8 PM - $20 An extremely talented group of performers will appear at the Circle of Friends Coffeehouse in Franklin on Saturday, November 2nd. Freebo, Kirsten Maxwell, and Alice Howe are three singer-songwriters who, out of their shared love of harmony singing, have joined together for several performances. Each is an excellent performer in their own right, but the combination is greater than the sum of its parts, elevating their music to glorious heights. Freebo is an award-winning singer-songwriter who is best known as a world-renowned bassist (Bonnie Raitt 10 years, CSN, Ringo Starr, Maria Muldaur, Dr. John, and many others). https://www.freebomusic.com/ 2016 New Folk Finalist Kirsten Maxwell is known for her "clear soprano [that] rings out in a way that would make Judy Collins and Joan Baez approve" (John Platt, WFUV).  http://www.kirstenmaxwell.com/bio With her soulful, impeccably tuned voice, Alice Howe is "up there with the very best of Mary Chapin Carpenter, Gretchen Peters and Dar Williams" (Folking.com). https://www.alicehowe.com/ Freebo, Maxwell, and Howe promise a memorable evening of music bringing together a folk-rock-blues legend and two young artists becoming well known in the national folk scene. Please join us. The Circle of Friends Coffeehouse is a non-profit organization affiliated with Franklin's First Universalist Society. Concerts are presented in a smoke free and alcohol free environment at the Society's handicapped accessible Meetinghouse, 262 Chestnut St. in Franklin, and begin at 8:00 PM; doors open at 7:30 PM. Beverages and gourmet desserts will be available.  Please call (508)528-2541 or visit http://www.circlefolk.org/ to purchase tickets or for more information. Upcoming Shows Nov 16       Peter Mulvey with special guest Pamela Means Dec 7         Winterbloom Jan 4         Cheryl Wheeler with special guest Samantha Tracy Feb 8         Small Potatoes Feb 29       Pesky J Nixon presents Tribal Mischief

Circle of Friends Coffeehouse · First Universalist Society · 262 Chestnut St · Franklin, MA 02038 · USA

Media Release, Plain Street suspicious person incident

Franklin, Massachusetts: On Monday October 21, 2019 at approximately 4:00 PM the Franklin Police Department was contacted by a resident in the Town of Bellingham. The caller reported that his juvenile daughter had been walking on Plain Street in the Town of Franklin around 3:00 PM, and a white van with a male driver had approached her. The driver of this van made vulgar comments to this juvenile. No attempt was made to get her into the van, and after speaking to the juvenile the van left the area.

The Franklin Police Department is actively investigating this incident. If anyone has additional information or video that would aide in this investigation please contact the Franklin Police directly.

• Business: 508-528-1212
• TIPS: 508-440-2780
• Info Hotline: 508-440-2700
• Fax: 508-520-7950
• Emergency Numbers: 911 Address:  911 Panther Way 

 

Media Release, Plain Street suspicious person incident

Franklin Connection Newsletter for November

Franklin Connection Newsletter for November

The Franklin Senior Center Newsletter with all the activities for November 2019

https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/franklinma/files/uploads/nov19connection.pdf

Franklin Connection Newsletter for November

FHS Paterson selected HockomockSports.com Player of the Week

"Franklin junior Jack Paterson has been selected as the HockomockSports.com Player of the Week, presented by Morse Insurance, for Oct. 13 through Oct. 19. Paterson is the seventh player chosen as Player of the Week for the 2019-20 school year.

Paterson concluded his regular season in style, shooting a round of 76 at Blue Hill Country Club to earn medalist honors at the annual Hockomock Championships. He finished one shot ahead of Mansfield’s Ryan Dow to win the individual title. With Paterson leading the way, the Panthers took third as a team, just a stroke behind Davenport champion Canton and 13 strokes behind first-place Mansfield.

“Jack has had an incredible year and his performance at Hocks really demonstrates just how great he has been,” said Franklin coach Dustin Picillo. “His average which was top three in the league however he played 10 home matches at Franklin Country Club, which is one of the top three hardest courses in our league. His play at Hocks represented what he has done all year — just going out every match and competing regardless of rain or sun or wind. Great finish to a really strong season for our captain.”

Continue reading the write up on Jack Paterson
https://hockomocksports.com/player-of-the-week-jack-paterson-franklin-golf/

Franklin's Jack Paterson (HockomockSports.com photo)

FHS field hockey and volleyball teams top Taunton

Via HockomockSports.com, we share the results of the FHS fall sports action on Monday, Oct 21, 2019

** Field Hockey = Taunton, 2 @ Franklin, 4 – Final
– Taunton took a 2-1 just before the midway point of the first half but Franklin answered with two goals before the break, and added an insurance tally in the second half. Alana Tavares put Taunton up 1-0 before Stephanie Bell pulled the Panthers level 27 seconds later. Sophomore Ashley Amarao put the Tigers back in front in the 13th minute but Franklin answered with two goals to take the lead. Kaitlyn Carney tied it on an assist from Amanda Lewandowski, and Bell grabbed her second with Hanna Richardson getting the assist. Molly Collins (from Maeve Ledwith) added an insurance goal in the second half.

** Volleyball = Taunton, 0 @ Franklin, 3 – Final
– Franklin defended home court with a 3-0 (25-11, 25-23, 25-13) win at home over Taunton. Mikayla Raffin had a team-high eight kills along with two aces to lead the way, Sarah Jackson added seven kills, Bridget Jackson chipped in with five kills and four aces, and Cailyn Mackintosh had 22 assists in the win.

For other results around the Hockomock League
https://hockomocksports.com/mondays-schedule-scoreboard-10-21-19/

FHS field hockey and volleyball teams top Taunton

Reminder: 5K Foot Pursuit - fund raising for the Franklin Police Association - Oct 26

The Franklin Police Association is once again sponsoring a 5k road race.

"A 5K Run and a free Kids Costume Run (kids 10 and under)
Registration opens at 9:30 AM at Franklin Police Department, 911 Panther Way, Franklin, MA. The 5K starts at 11:00 AM followed by the Kid's Costume Race."

Registration is $25, and $30 on race day. 5K runners 17 and under are $20 including on race day. The Kids Costume Race is free for kids 10 and under.

T-Shirts for the first 100 registered online for the 5K.

This is a fundraiser for the Franklin Police Association which in turn uses the funds to host an annual Halloween Party, No-Shave November donation, Christmas event, youth sports sponsorship, scholarships, etc.

Register online
https://runsignup.com/Race/MA/Franklin/FranklinPoliceAssociation5KFootPursuit

5K Foot Pursuit - fund raising for the Franklin Police Association - Oct 26

Franklin Police Assoc: 5K Foot Pursuit - Oct 26

Tri-County RVTHS Open House for Grade 7-8 students Nov 5

When Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School host its annual Open House for grade 7 and 8 students on Tuesday, November 5, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., attendees will be among the first to explore several new technologies available to students.

During the Open House, Tri-County’s new state-of-the-art Medical Assisting facility, which opened to students in September, will be open to the public for the first time.

“As a school that aligns its curricula to future workforce needs, Tri-County is fully committed to preparing students for the careers that will be available over the next decade. We’ve expanded our healthcare offerings as we work collaboratively with our industry partners to tackle workforce shortages, particularly a shortage of nurses,” explained Tri-County Superintendent-Director Stephen Dockray, “We strongly encourage middle school families to visit Tri-County to not only determine if our high school is the right fit for their child, but also to explore and consider the careers that will be available to their child upon graduation from high school and college.”

Tri-County’s new state-of-the-art Medical Assisting facility

In addition to the new Medical Assisting facility, Tri-County unveiled a new Engineering wing in the spring that includes new advanced manufacturing and robotics equipment.
“Our goal is to ensure our vocational shops emulate the workplace,” said Principal Michael Procaccini. “In Carpentry, that often means working with clients on construction projects. In Early Education, that means running a child care center and building a curriculum geared toward young children. Our students develop the soft skills and employability skills that are critical to career success. Many choose to continue their studies in college with the strong foundation they built here at Tri-County.”

In addition to touring the school’s 16 Career Programs, families will have the opportunity to learn about Tri-County’s rigorous academic courses that include Advanced Placement offerings and a for-credit college-level Spanish Program operated in partnership with Bristol Community College.

Student-athletes will be available to discuss the high school’s sports teams which compete in the Mayflower Athletic Conference. Student ambassadors and current Tri-Count parents will be on site to discuss extracurricular programs, cooperative education and school culture.

Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School serves students in Franklin, Medfield, Medway, Millis, Norfolk, North Attleborough, Plainville, Sherborn, Seekonk, Walpole, Wrentham.

Franklin 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group -> Developing a Winning Resume

Franklin 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group

Friday October 25 

9:00 – 11:00 AM

Doors open at 8:30 AM for networking!

Facilitator: Edward Lawrence; Career Coach
Co-facilitator: Erin Rogers; Social Services Coordinator

Guest Speakers: Barbara Janczunski.

Franklin 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group

This session focuses on creating a reader-friendly résumé that captures attention, establishes credibility and effectively targets the right decision- makers in human resources & the hiring management.

Common questions addressed in this session include:

• What are the gate keepers/recruiters really looking for in a resume?
• How do I create a resume that will find its way to the hiring manager’s desk?
• How do I develop a resume that will really serve as a marketing tool targeted at the right job in the right industries?
• What is an applicant tracking system (ATS)? How do I get through it and avoid the black hole?

Pre-Registration is Required: www.mcoaonline.com/50plusregistration

For additional information about this program, please contact Erin Rogers; 
Social Services Coordinator 
Franklin Senior Center 
erogers@franklinma.gov
(508) 520-4945

Download your copy of the flyer with all the details here
https://drive.google.com/file/d/101q3q2UP0GOjTZH_9_y04c47gT0RwVSu/view?usp=sharing

FTC Consumer Alerts: Charity fraud awareness, here and abroad

Charity fraud awareness, here and abroad by Rosario Méndez, Attorney, Division of Consumer & Business Education, FTC Today is the start of International Charity Fraud Awareness Week (ICFAW), a coordinated international effort to help charities and donors avoid charity fraud.  The FTC joins state charities regulators across the country, the National Association of State Charities Officials (NASCO), and international partners in this campaign. By joining forces, we can reach more people and more charities with information and advice. Money lost to bogus charities and scammers means less donations to help those in need. And no one wants that, either here or abroad. Read more  https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/blog/2019/10/charity-fraud-awareness-here-and-abroad?utm_source=govdelivery This is a free service provided by the Federal Trade Commission.

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