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Wednesday, December 4, 2019
Register O'Donnell Reminds Residents About Toys for Tots Drive
How Do I Take the 2020 Census? (video)
This Public Service Announcement lets us know about the different modes of responding to the census. Prepared by the 2020 US Census.
For more about the 2020 Census https://2020census.gov/en.html
YouTube video link: https://youtu.be/bcE5wXH17Os
For more about the 2020 Census https://2020census.gov/en.html
YouTube video link: https://youtu.be/bcE5wXH17Os
Tuesday, December 3, 2019
SimpleRecycling clothing and more cancelled today - Dec 3
SimpleRecycling clothing and more cancelled today
Due to inclement weather Simple Recycling has cancelled all of today's routes. We will continue our regular route as scheduled tomorrow.
Any resident who chooses to leave their bag out from today, may go www.simplerecycling.com to report a missed pickup. We will retrieve their bags at our earliest convenience.
SimpleRecycling clothing and more cancelled today - Dec 3 |
Economic Development Subcommittee - Agenda - Dec 4, 2019
Economic Development Subcommittee Meeting
Municipal Building
355 East Central Street, 3rd Floor Training Room Franklin, MA
December 4, 2019
6:00 PM
Announcements:
This meeting may be recorded by audio or video
Discussion:
1 - Plastic Bag Ban Proposal
The agenda doc can also be found on the Town of Franklin page
https://www.franklinma.gov/economic-development-subcommittee/events/234913
Prior EDC meetings
- October 23, 2019 meeting (audio recording and notes)
- Quick Summary Aug 14 (audio recording)
- June 12, 2019 meeting (audio recording)
Economic Development Subcommittee - Agenda - Dec 4, 2019 |
Town of Franklin: Online Payments, Permits and Licensing Center
Town of Franklin Online Payments, Permits, and Licensing Center
The Town of Franklin website is a great resource for information and can save you time and a trip! Click on the "Payments & Permits" icon on our homepage to find links to our online payment portal, our online licensing center, forms, documents and more.
Or go directly -> https://www.franklinma.gov/files
Town of Franklin: Online Payments, Permits and Licensing Center |
Franklin Residents: Town Offices to Open at 10:00 AM - Dec 3, 2019
FHS' Casey, Guiliano, Hawkins named as 2019 Hockomock League Girls Cross Country All Stars
HockomockSports.com has announced the official 2019 Hockomock League Girls Cross Country All Stars, selected by the coaches in the league.
Hockomock League MVP
Hockomock League All Stars
For the complete listing
https://hockomocksports.com/2019-hockomock-league-girls-cross-country-all-stars/
Hockomock League MVP
- Abby Hassman, Foxboro
Hockomock League All Stars
- Sydney Hawkins, Franklin
- Sarah Guiliano, Franklin
- Caitlyn Casey, Franklin
For the complete listing
https://hockomocksports.com/2019-hockomock-league-girls-cross-country-all-stars/
FHS' Casey, Guiliano, Hawkins named as 2019 Hockomock League Girls Cross Country All Stars |
FHS' Brogan, Calitri, Harrington, Walmsley named 2019 Hockomock League Boys Cross Country All Stars
HockomockSports.com has announced the official 2019 Hockomock League Boys Cross Country All Stars, selected by the coaches in the league.
Hockomock League MVP
Hockomock League All Stars
For the complete listing
https://hockomocksports.com/2019-hockomock-league-boys-cross-country-all-stars/
Hockomock League MVP
- Michael Griffin, King Philip
Hockomock League All Stars
- Tyler Brogan, Franklin
- Nicholas Calitri, Franklin
- Declan Walmsley, Franklin
- Cam Harrington, Franklin
For the complete listing
https://hockomocksports.com/2019-hockomock-league-boys-cross-country-all-stars/
FHS' Brogan, Calitri, Harrington, Walmsley named 2019 Hockomock League Boys Cross Country All Stars |
“it is with regret that we have closed the Firehouse Subs permanently"
From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:
"Fans of Firehouse Subs in Franklin Village Plaza will need to look elsewhere for a sandwich fix now that the shop is closed.
Customers this week were met with papered-over windows, a blank spot above the door where the shop’s sign was hanging, and a typed note on the door informing them of the shop’s permanent closure.
It is unclear when the shop shut its doors. Word was still spreading among customers as of Monday, with expressions of surprise shared on social media.
John MacLennan, of Plainville, said he noticed the sub shop was closed over the Thanksgiving holiday. The shop was still open as recently as Nov. 25."
Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
https://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20191202/franklin-firehouse-subs-closes/1
Firehouse Subs |
Franklin Public Schools: School Closed Due to Weather 12/3/19
Tuesday December 3, 2019
We have been monitoring the storm closely and have been in contact with our DPW department, who has been working long hours on snow removal and road treatment during this long duration event.
Due to the snowfall overnight and forecast for accumulating snow to last to mid-morning and continued snow showers until noon, the Franklin Public Schools will be closed on Tuesday, December 3, 2019.
Hockey practice this morning will also be cancelled.
The district and school offices will open at 10:00 AM.
Please take extra care to stay safe.
Sincerely,
Franklin Public Schools
Franklin Public Schools: School Closed Due to Weather 12/3/19 |
Best Buddies: Inclusion is everywhere.
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Best Buddies International is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to establishing a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment, leadership development, and inclusive living for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). bestbuddies.org/giving-tuesday | ||||
Best Buddies International 100 SE 2nd Street, Suite 2200 Miami, FL 33131 Phone: (305) 374-2233 |
FTC Consumer Alerts: Top tips for avoiding scams at the holidays
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Monday, December 2, 2019
Franklin Public Schools - Decision on schools delay or whatever to be made in AM
December 2, 2019
Dear Franklin Families and Faculty/Staff,
We continue to follow the weather forecast carefully. Current predictions call for snow picking up overnight and continuing into the morning hours. There is some uncertainty in the storm’s intensity and timing, which could reduce snow totals.
Therefore, a decision about a delayed school day or cancellation will not be made until the early morning hours. Notification is usually sent between 5:00 and 5:30 AM.
Sincerely,
Franklin Public Schools
Franklin Public Schools - Decision on schools delay or whatever to be made in AM |
Franklin Public Schools: No Afterschool/Evening Activities for Monday Dec 2, 2019 due to the weather
Monday, December 2, 2019 - 1:00 PM
Dear Franklin Families and Faculty/Staff,
We continue to monitor weather conditions and the forecast calls for snow to continue in our area through the afternoon and into the evening with falling temperatures.
As a result of the forecast, all afternoon and evening activities for Franklin Public Schools will be cancelled today, Monday, December 2, 2019.
Sincerely,
The Franklin Public Schools
Franklin Public Schools: No Afterschool/Evening Activities for Monday Dec 2, 2019 due to the weather |
Franklin Schools - Opening on time Monday, Dec 2
Monday, December 2, 2019
Dear Franklin Families and Faculty/Staff,
We have been monitoring weather conditions and the forecast for today very carefully. Additionally, we have been communicating with both DPW and Facilities regarding the treatment of the roads and snow removal around our schools. Based on the current conditions, Franklin Public Schools will open on time on Monday, December 2, 2019.
Given that some sidewalks may be slippery, emergency busing will be in effect in the morning and students walking or waiting along routes will be offered rides by our drivers.
Sincerely,
The Franklin Public Schools
Dear Franklin Families and Faculty/Staff,
We have been monitoring weather conditions and the forecast for today very carefully. Additionally, we have been communicating with both DPW and Facilities regarding the treatment of the roads and snow removal around our schools. Based on the current conditions, Franklin Public Schools will open on time on Monday, December 2, 2019.
Given that some sidewalks may be slippery, emergency busing will be in effect in the morning and students walking or waiting along routes will be offered rides by our drivers.
Sincerely,
The Franklin Public Schools
Franklin Schools - Opening on time Monday, Dec 2 |
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