Saturday, June 19, 2021

St Mary's update - good news, bad news

Dear Parishioners and friends of Saint Mary Parish, 
Some weeks it is a delight to write a letter to all of you because the letter’s content is all good news. Unfortunately this week I have two disappointing stories to tell you about in our Town and Parish. I also have good news too, but I must begin with the bad news.  
We are all now well aware of the anti-Semitic graffiti which was drawn in the boys’ bathroom in our Town high school.  I applaud our Superintendent, the Principal and the School Administration, the Educators and Staff of our high school who have taken a loud and public stand against this act. Anti-Semitism is learned behavior and is an evil. It usually starts small and grows and grows. That is why it is best to strongly condemn this act right now. The student(s) who were involved in this and all of the other students of our school now have an opportunity to learn about bias, ignorance and prejudice. Perhaps even the adult community can reflect upon these issues in our lives and the example we offer our young people in our daily lives. Our Town community seeks to be a good and safe community and in many ways this goal is achieved. There is, however, always the work that must be done to keep our community a wonderful and welcoming town which means bias, prejudice and hate must be rooted out when they are small and start to show in our Town and lives. 
Last Thursday afternoon, approximately 8 days ago, someone(s) broke into our school building in the late afternoon and vandalized the inside. Tens of thousands of dollars of damage was done by the intruders(s). Clearly this marks a sad event for our Parish and also our Town. The vandalism was malicious in nature. Our Police Department has responded and is now investigating all of this. Clearly the malicious nature and the extent of damage make this a serious crime. Because of some of the vandalism and damage, our Fire Department also responded; the fire alarm were triggered by some of the vandalism.  We are blessed to have such dedicated and caring emergency personnel in Police and Fire Departments. I thank them on behalf of all of us for their special help.
Continue reading the update from St Mary's on Facebook

Friday, June 18, 2021

Franklin's Event Outlook: Jun 18 - Jun 24, 2021

Another weekend is upon us. Stop at the Library book sale before finding good food and other items at the Farmers Market on the Town Common. The Library Youth Services will have a theme based craft each Friday from 3:30 to 4:30.

Two musical performances to choose from this weekend. The FHS performance of "Bright Star" or the performance of  "Electric Youth 2021" at THE BLACK BOX.


Friday, June 18
"Hedgehog Needs a Hug" (story walk)
Empty Bowls - Virtual Silent Auction
1:00pm - Book sale (at Library)
2:00pm - Farmers Market
6:00pm - Broadway in Franklin (Video on Demand)
7:30pm - Electric Youth and the Boston Show Band
8:00pm - FHS Theatre: Bright Star - Concert Version

Saturday, June 19
"Hedgehog Needs a Hug" (story walk)
Empty Bowls - Virtual Silent Auction
Juneteenth
6:00pm - Broadway in Franklin (Video on Demand)
7:30pm - Electric Youth and the Boston Show Band
8:00pm - FHS Theatre: Bright Star - Concert Version

Sunday, June 20
"Hedgehog Needs a Hug" (story walk)
Empty Bowls - Virtual Silent Auction
Father's Day
6:00pm - Broadway in Franklin (Video on Demand)

Monday, June 21
"Hedgehog Needs a Hug" (story walk)
Empty Bowls - Virtual Silent Auction
6:00pm - Broadway in Franklin (Video on Demand)

Tuesday, June 22
"Hedgehog Needs a Hug" (story walk)
9:00am - wfpr.fm: Pamela Hines – Jazz Journey
12:00pm - wfpr.fm: Pamela Hines – Jazz Journey
6:00pm - wfpr.fm: Pamela Hines – Jazz Journey
6:00pm - Broadway in Franklin (Video on Demand)

Wednesday, June 23
"Hedgehog Needs a Hug" (story walk)
10:00am - wfpr.fm: "The Wonderful World of Wine" – Mark/ Kim
1:00pm - wfpr.fm: "The Wonderful World of Wine" – Mark/Kim
6:00pm - Broadway in Franklin (Video on Demand)
7:00pm - wfpr.fm: "The Wonderful World of Wine" – Mark/Kim
7:30pm - Let’s Laugh Today is Free on ZOOM!

Thursday, June 24
"Hedgehog Needs a Hug" (story walk)
10:00am - wfpr.fm: "Frank’s Music" – Frank Falvey
11:00am - wfpr.fm: "Talkin’ the Blues" – Jim/Todd
1:00pm - wfpr.fm: "Frank’s Music" – Frank Falvey
2:00pm - wfpr.fm: "Talkin’ the Blues" – Jim/Todd
6:00pm - Broadway in Franklin (Video on Demand)
7:00pm - wfpr.fm: "Frank’s Music" – Frank Falvey
8:00pm - wfpr.fm: "Talkin' the Blues!" - Jim/Todd

If you have an event to add to the calendar, you can use the form to submit it for publication:  https://forms.gle/oPdi8X3ZbHHyrHzo6

The Town meeting calendar is found  https://www.franklinma.gov/calendar
The School district meeting calendar is found   https://www.franklinps.net/calendar-by-event-type/26
 
Community Calendar
Community Calendar

Recap: Community Preservation Committee votes 9-0 to approve 'right of first refusal' option 1 to purchase Maple Hill

Quick Recap:
  • The Community Preservation Committee listened to the overview of the right of first refusal presentation previously provided to the Town Council and Finance Committee.
  • Clarification on the CPA funds of conservatively $1.3M per year expected of which about $200k/year would be used for this purchase. This still leaves about $1.1M for other uses and helps our commitment of 10% for open space (per CPA requirements)
  • There will be a longer term plan for the development of the property for recreation space. The Town staff had not yet put the plan together in the short time for this approval process. They are working on it and it will be presented later for discussion and approval. Where the funds come from (operations or CPA) remains to be determined
  • Public access and parking one of the key questions to be addressed. Currently, there is no access to the property from Maple St, limited access is from the neighboring areas. How much parking and where is a key question. 

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As with most meetings in this pandemic period, I took my notes via Twitter during the meeting reporting in real-time via the virtual session.
 
Photos captured during the meeting, shared via Twitter can be found in one album https://photos.app.goo.gl/faxfnWxyioZYWiVx6

The Twitter hashtag can be found online  #cpc0617
https://twitter.com/hashtag/cpc0617?src=hashtag_click

  • 3rd of the series of public hearings on the Maple Hill 'right of first refusal' coming up at 5 PM with the scheduled Community Preservation Committee meeting. They do need to recommend for the TC 2 take action. Agenda doc/Zoom info -> https://franklinma.gov/community-preservation-committee/events/330126 #cpc0617
  • Meeting opens, Minutes for approval, second, passes 9-0 Discussion on committee tour of places where requests may be applied for. #cpc0617
  • Tour with sign up sheet for Sep seems to be consensus. #cpc0617 likely to be open house for sites at same time. Next up, right of first refusal for Maple Hill property.
  • TA Jamie Hellen provides overview of the proposal doc shown to Town Council and finance committee #cpc0617 in case needed, you can find here https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/mai/files/_maple_hill_rofr_open_space_update.pdf 
  • One of the open space slides #cpc0617
  • Key slide with the three options being explained on how to buy the property. #cpc0617
  • Key summary slide of the options with recommendation for purchase option 1 #cpc0617
  • Motion to approve option 1, seconded. Discussion. Clarification on the CPA funds of 1.3m per year expected of which 200k/year would be used for this. Still leaves plenty for other uses and helps our commitment of 10% for open space. #cpc0617
  • There will be a longer term plan for the development of the property for recreation space, whether the funds also come from operations or CPA remains a question to be decided. #cpc0617
  • After discussion, roll call vote, passes 9-0. #cpc0617
  • Motion to adjourn, passes 9-0 #cpc0617 
Audio file to be available in couple of days 

votes 9-0 to approve 'right of first refusal' option 1 to purchase Maple Hill
votes 9-0 to approve 'right of first refusal' option 1 to purchase Maple Hill

FHS to perform "Bright Star - Concert Version" - June 18 & 19

Our ticket sales are LIVE for Bright Star - Concert Version! Don't miss out on this exclusive, live musical performance in June 18 & 19

Visit the link to reserve your tickets now - https://t.co/rtXoYNv23S https://t.co/JZxNSthZO4

FHS Theatre Company - Our ticket sales are LIVE for Bright Star - Concert Version!
FHS Theatre Company - Our ticket sales are LIVE for Bright Star - Concert Version!

Electric Youth and the Boston Show Band -> June 18-19

Electric Youth 2021, featuring 14 super talented singer dancers, headlines a weekend at THE BLACK BOX with two different performances to enjoy on June 18 and 19.  The show features choreography by the Electric Youth Creative Team and well as Broadway's Clay Thomson and Christopher Rice.  Backed by the world class Boston Show Band, Electric Youth shows deliver high energy fun for audiences of all ages! 


Livestream and In-Person ticketing options available. 

Electric Youth and the Boston Show Band -> June 18-19
Electric Youth and the Boston Show Band -> June 18-19





Watch "Panther News: Summer Special 2021" on YouTube

The last edition of Panther News for this school year is the "Summer Special"


Library crafts for the young at heart at the Farmers Market

Via the Franklin Farmers Market 

"We have also partnered with Franklin Public Library Official Site to offer Farmers Market Fun! Join them from 3:30 - 4:30 across from the gazebo for themed events from story time, scavenger hunts, crafts and more!"


Library crafts for the young at heart at the Farmers Market
Library crafts for the young at heart at the Farmers Market


FTC Consumer Alerts: Timeshares: Yes? No? Maybe?


Consumer Alerts from the Federal Trade Commission

by Rosario Méndez, Attorney, Division of Consumer and Business Education, FTC

If you're considering getting a timeshare this vacation season, read on. Maybe you got a flyer in the mail with pictures of sunny beaches and beautiful resort suites. Sounds great, right? But before you sign a timeshare contract, make sure you understand what you're getting into — and how to get out of it.

Read more ->   https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/blog/2021/06/timeshares-yes-no-maybe?utm_source=govdelivery




FTC Consumer Alerts: Timeshares: Yes? No? Maybe?
FTC Consumer Alerts: Timeshares: Yes? No? Maybe?


Recap: Economic Development Subcommittee - discussion on housing plan and requirements for home based businesses

Quick Recap:
  • The housing production plan was reviewed and discussed. Key among the actions is to further obtain any and all citizen input/comment by June 25 and update this draft. The revised plan would then be approved by Planning Board and Town Council before being submitted to the State for acceptance.
  • Key to specific items to address the housing would be the zoning assessment. This analysis would provide an objective 3rd party view on what we have and what we could do to allow for appropriate and affordable housing
  • Discussion on home based businesses. Good to boot strap a concept, Health Dept is ok with food production as long as the ServeSafe and other related food prep requirements are adhered to. The wrinkle comes with handling the sewer waste and implementation of a grease trap which can be expensive.
  • The Town is not prepared for how to address this opportunity. More research is required which they will conduct during the next couple of months and bring back to Subcommittee for further discussion.
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As with most meetings in this pandemic period, I took my notes via Twitter during the meeting reporting in real-time via the virtual session.
 
The Twitter hashtag can be found online  #edc0616
https://twitter.com/search?q=%23Edc0616&src=typed_query 

Photos captured during the meeting can be found in one album
https://photos.app.goo.gl/AayFgpTfmSzB3Y2w9

  • EDC meeting to begin soon, awaiting quorum #edc0616
  • Without quorum, may at least open meeting and have a discussion. #fincom0616
  • Quorum achieved (with virtual participation of Frongillo and Bissanti), EDC meeting opens at 7:09 PM. #edc0616
  • Chair Hamblen opens meeting, reads protocol statement, #fincom0616 First item, housing production plan for discussion if needed, plan can be found https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/uploads/franklin_housing_production_plan_-_may_2021_public_draft.pdf 
  • Feedback sought as part of the draft review process. #fincom0616
  • Cool to be back in Municipal Bldg, Planner Amy Love provides an overview of the plan, similar to what was presented earlier in Housing Trust meeting #edc0616
  • My notes from that (Municipal Affordable Housing Trust) meeting, for the record, can be found https://franklinmatters.org/2021/06/recap-municipal-affordable-housing.html?m=1 #edc0616
  • Difference in accounting between apartment and residential units, all apartments count if only a smaller # are affordable; for owned residential units only the # affordable apply to the housing rate (i.e. 6 of 30, only the 6 - if apartments, 6 of 30 all 30 count) condos ->
  • Condos count as owned units so only the # would count (like other owned residential, not like apartments). #edc0616 What is considered affordable for Franklin? Major issue
  • Development costs are hire, art zoning would need to have incentives to allow the developers to make the money back that they give up making some of the units affordable. #edc0616
  • Multiple discussion points on affordable and how to tackle it, the new housing behind Eaton Place will help but it won't be online soon (still needs funding) #edc0616
  • Motion to move housing plan forward to planning board and to Council for approval incorporating the changes and comments #edc0616 passes 4-0 via roll call.
  • Moving to home occupied businesses for next part of discussion. #edc0616
  • How do you permit a bootstrap business from a home, some i.e. kitchens can pose health concerns, others may have traffic/delivery issues for neighbors. #edc0616 permit some level of production up to which they're good, beyond that next level up. ZBA may be an option
  • In commercial areas, need to protect the sewer system, with grease traps, when blockages occur it stops things and that is not good. Title 5 systems are built for 3 or 4 bedrooms not commercial industry business. #edc0616 who acts the agent for volume?
  • We can't use the ZBA or planning board and their temporary benevolence, if something is good, let's make it right. #edc0616 strict guidelines on food prep, zoning is the issue in the case of chocolate bars (as the talking point example)
  • let's provide some time to research, see what others are doing, Boston is a whole different system. #edc0616 what might work, what would be some controls, there is no capacity at Charles River. we do need to consider the big picture of affordability
  • Motion to adjourn, second, passes 4-0 via roll call #fincom0616 

Audio file to be available in a couple of days

discussion on housing plan and requirements for home based businesses
discussion on housing plan and requirements for home based businesses


People with ALS Can Get Social Security Disability Benefits Sooner

May was Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) Awareness Month. ALS is a progressive disease with no known cure. It advances rapidly and attacks the nerve cells responsible for controlling voluntary muscles. On average, 1,000 people with ALS apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits every year.

The ALS Disability Insurance Access Act of 2019 eliminates the required five-month SSDI waiting period for ALS applicants approved for benefits on or after July 23, 2020. The new law, however, does not affect our disability application or determination process.

This past month, we made the ALS claims processing even faster. Our system now automatically eliminates the five-month waiting period for ALS disability insurance claims. Previously, we had to prepare manual awards and send them to our Processing Centers for action—which took much more time. Now, we can help people with this debilitating disease in just a matter of days.

To give a real life example, a claimant with ALS recently submitted to us an online disability application. Using an electronic health exchange, we were able to collect sufficient medical evidence for the claimant and processed the claim in just two days. To learn more about how this process works, please visit our Disability Benefits Approval page (https://www.ssa.gov/benefits/disability/approval.html. 


Recap: Finance Committee "unequivocally" approves Maple Hill purchase plan

Quick Recap:
  • After reviewing the Maple Hill proposal, asking some clarification questions, the Finance Committee 'unequivocally' approved of executing the right of first refusal for Option 1.
  • The Committee also approved two other financial transactions scheduled to come to the Town Council. 1 - for some transfers to fund the zoning study and 2 - utilization of some of the Fletcher funds for a bunch of recreation improvements
  • Interesting question on the housing authority and what could be done after the second fire (first at Central Park Terrace, second at Winter St). Both properties and their funding is under State control, the Town has no control.

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As with most meetings in this pandemic period, I took my notes via Twitter during the meeting reporting in real-time via the virtual session.

 

The Twitter hashtag can be found online  #fincom0616
https://twitter.com/search?q=%23fincom0616&src=typeahead_click 

  • Getting ready for the Finance Committee meeting, back in the Municipal Bldg for this meeting first time in almost forever https://franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/6-16-21_fincom_agenda.pdf #fincom0616
  • Chair Dowd opens meeting #fincom0616
  • Motion to accept prior meeting may 19, seconded, passes 9-0 #fincom0616
  • TA Jamie Hellen provides a recap of the proposal sharing the summary doc from the Town Council meeting last week. #fincom0616
  • 5 years ago ToF had no money for open space, had to turn down two first refusal in 2017, and now have the funding with options available to make a decision. #fincom0616
  • Multiple wins with the proposal; sold sewer beds to buy good forest, can use the 1.5m from sale as down payment, finance the balance with CPA funds of about $200k/year. #fincom0616
  • Right of first refusal applies to chap 60/61 property classifications. Owner gets a break on the tax rate each year of ownership, in return Town gets the right of first refusal with a action time of 120 days. #fincom0616
  • Q on rollback doesn't apply to Town, would apply to another purchaser if using as nonfarm. Maintenance costs would be minimal and not included in this purchase. Those potentially could be funded from future CPA projects #fincom0616 could Franklin do it's own ->
  • Emerald necklace and connect properties together. #fincom0616 with the low interest rate, it makes the town standing more flexible IF something else came along. If we did use open space funds, then what would we have?
  • #fincom0616 to "unequivocally" endorse the right of first refusal as proposed, seconded, passes 9-0
  • Proposal for debt stabilization fund, to have a target of 2% and not use more than 50% in any one time of use; simple proposal, only a target and a use cap. #fincom0616 passes 9-0
  • Fletcher fund proposed to be used for approx $90k, looking for financial support to move to the Town Council for approval. Youth sports orgs would use and benefits from these expenses, for expenses on town property #fincom0616 motion to approve, seconded, passes 9-0
  • FY 2021 budget adjustments, transfer req'd for town council approval, #fincom0616 to recommend $71k transfers in first case, and $130k for rezoning analysis. Using the capital approach for a financial perspective to allow flexibility on transactions
  • Motion to approve 2134, seconded, passes 9-0 #fincom0616 Motion to approve 2135, seconded, passes 9-0 Future agenda items housing authority is not under Town authority, nominations for Board but that all. Comm of MA is responsible
  • Motion to adjourn, passes 9-0 Staying here for the Economic Development subcommittee meeting at 7 PM. #fincom0616

Recap: Finance Committee approves Maple Hill purchase plan
Recap: Finance Committee approves Maple Hill purchase plan


Thursday, June 17, 2021

Franklin Historical Museum announces re-opening celebration - July 15

The Franklin Historical Museum is excited to announce the re-opening of the museum to its regular pre-pandemic operating schedule, Thursday evenings, Saturday mornings and Sunday afternoons now that all COVID-19 restrictions have been lifted in the state.

The museum will host a re-opening celebration on Thursday afternoon, July 15 at 5:00 PM. With a ribbon cutting, new exhibits and refreshments.

We are working on an exhibit celebrating the History of the Davis Thayer School. The building of course, was opened in 1924 as Franklin High School, and has served Franklin students for 97 years. Sadly, for many, it has closed its doors as of the end of this school year.  

Join us for a look back at the building, the students, faculty, athletic teams, stories and memories. 

  • Do you have a special memory of the school? 
  • Did you spend your High School years there? 
  • Attend double sessions in the 70’s when it served as a Jr. High School? 
  • Attend Davis Thayer Elementary? 

Many families had generations of students attend that school. We’d love to hear from you. Visit our Facebook page and share a memory, or email us at franklinmuseum1778@gmail.com. The exhibit will run from mid-July through the end of the summer.

We also have a new permanent exhibit on display, The Federal Parlor Room, from the Oliver Pond Home, generously donated by James C. Johnston in memory of his mother Clara J. Foss Johnston. The elegant pieces of furniture, from the Federal and Empire periods, are made of mahogany and were collected by the Johnston family over a period of many years. The room is beautifully appointed with fashionable décor from the family collection.

We will also be resuming our popular Second Sunday Speaker Series in August. The first event on the schedule, Sunday August 8, is a first look at the private collection of glass plate negatives from Franklin photographer Nathan Wales (1886-1969). These priceless images, purchased at auction, depict everyday life in Franklin from approximately 1910-1915. A selection of the now digitized photos will be presented and discussed. Join us and see how early 20th Century Franklin residents once lived. Their beautiful homes, their clothing styles, their cars, their pets and their daily lives were all captured for us to view.

Visit our newly refurbished Gift Shop with many Franklin related items.  We welcome back our regular patrons and new visitors alike. Thursdays 5 PM - 7 PM; Saturdays 10 AM - 1 PM; Sundays 1 PM - 4 PM. Admission is always free and we are ADA compliant. We’re always looking for volunteers to host, so let us know if you are interested in joining our volunteer team that keeps Franklin history alive.

Come in and find your history! We look forward to seeing you soon. 

Franklin Historical Museum announces re-opening celebration - July 15
Franklin Historical Museum announces re-opening celebration - July 15


FHS girls outdoor track team takes first in Hockomock League Meet

From HockomockSports.com we share the FHS spring sports results for Outdoor Track:

Boys results
400M
1. Jovan Joseph, King Philip – 50.6
5. Tyler Powderly, Franklin – 52.27
6. Alec Hanley, Franklin – 53.21

1 Mile
1. Nicholas Calitri, Franklin – 4:31.02
5. Joseph Zercie, Franklin – 4:47.43

4x100 Relay
1. Taunton (Nathan Candido, Almonroe Leaman, GJ Mualis, Gavin Weldon) – 43.78
7. Franklin (Cullen Pek, Grady Ellis, Karl Gruseck, Colman Flynn) – 45.96

4×400 Relay
1. Taunton (Edward Paiva, Conal Scully, Aidden Fitting, Steven Westgate) – 3:34.06
5. Franklin (Alec Hanley, Tyler Powderly, Ashton McLean, Joshua Anderson) – 3:40.33

4×400 Relay
1. Taunton (Edward Paiva, Conal Scully, Aidden Fitting, Steven Westgate) – 3:34.06
5. Franklin (Alec Hanley, Tyler Powderly, Ashton McLean, Joshua Anderson) – 3:40.33

4×800 Relay
1. Franklin (Nicholas Calitri, Joseph Zercie, Griffin Sieckiewicz, Connor Kucich) – 8:34.77

High Jump
1. Elisha Teneus-Claude, Stoughton – 6-07.00
5. Declan Walmsley, Franklin – 5-10.00

BOYS TEAM RESULTS
1. Stoughton – 108
2. Mansfield – 82
T3. Taunton – 71
T3. North Attleboro – 71
5. Attleboro – 65
6. Oliver Ames – 47
7. King Philip – 46
8. Canton – 42
T9. Sharon – 41
T9. Franklin – 41
11. Milford – 33
12. Foxboro – 16

Girls results
400M
1. Jillian Fenerty, Franklin – 58.33

1 Mile
1. Katie Sobieraj, Oliver Ames – 5:15.33
6. Charlene Peng, Franklin – 5:37.38

2 Mile
1. Tessa Lancaster, Mansfield – 11:50.57
5. Angelina Perez, Franklin – 12:15.35
7. Vivienne Loukota, Franklin – 12:24.65

100M Hurdles
1. Madison Rousseau, Canton – 14.79
4. Lindsey Morse, Franklin – 16.47

400M Hurdles
1. Kerry O’Connor, Milford – 1:05.03
4. Anna Cliff, Franklin – 1:10.92
6. Madison Gaughran, Franklin – 1:12.55

4×100 Relay
1. Foxboro (Aislinn Servaes, Camryn Collins, Rebecca Foley, Jordyn Collins) – 50.30
4. Franklin (Ava Fraulo, Jillian Fenerty, Barra Pfluke, Anna Cliff) – 51.46

4×400 Relay
1. Milford (Kerry O’Connor, Emma Lawrence, Dani Atherton, Julia Gonzalez) – 4:00.13
3. Franklin (Jillian Fenerty, Anna Cliff, Sarah Dumas, Olivia Costa) – 4:13.10

4×800 Relay
1. Oliver Ames (Taegen Hodges, Emily Meyers, Katie Sobieraj, Jenna Gilman) – 9:59.93
2. Franklin (Angelina Perez, Charlene Peng, Emma Nelson, Liliana Duffy) – 10:31.44

Shot Put
1. Katelynn Taylor, Franklin – 35-11.00
3. Lily DeForge, Franklin – 30-09.50
6. Darby Nicholson, Franklin – 29-11.00

Discus
1. Katelynn Taylor, Franklin – 108-05.00
3. Lily DeForge, Franklin – 90-06.00

Javelin
1. Hannah McEntee, Taunton – 125-06.00
5. Lily DeForge, Franklin – 91-10.00

High Jump
1. Olivia Etienvre, North Attleboro – 5-02.00
2. Lindsey Morse, Franklin – 5-00.00
3. Ava Fraulo, Franklin – 5-00.00
T7. Sarah Brogioli, Milford – 4-10.00
T7. Abigail Griffith, Franklin – 4-10.00

Triple Jump
1. Simone Dunbar, Sharon – 37-02.00
7. Katelyn Guidi, Franklin – 33-03.25

GIRLS TEAM RESULTS
1. Franklin – 107

2. Mansfield – 83
3. Milford – 75.5
4. North Attleboro – 62.5
T5. Sharon – 50
T5. Taunton – 50
7. Foxboro – 48
8. Oliver Ames – 47
9. King Philip – 44
10. Canton – 42
11. Stoughton – 29
12. Attleboro – 25

For the Hockomock League top results


FHS Panthers
FHS Panthers

FHS softball, baseball, lacrosse, and tennis playoff seeds

From HockomockSports.com we share the FHS spring sports playoff seeds:
 
Softball - D1 South = #23 Franklin (6-8) will travel to #10 Hopkinton (11-4) on Friday, 6/18 at 4:00.

Baseball - D1 South = #1 Franklin (13-1) will host the winner of #16 Durfee (5-7)/#17 Needham (6-10) on Monday, 6/21 at 4:00.

Boys Lacrosse - D1 South = #1 Franklin (15-0) will play the winner of #16 Mansfield (5-8)/#17 Weymouth (4-10), time and date TBD.

Girls Lacrosse -D1 East =  #1 Franklin (14-0) will play the winner of #8 North Middlesex (8-4)/#9 Acton-Boxboro (7-4) on Monday, 6/21 at time TBD.

Boys Tennis - D1 South = #1 Franklin (14-0) will host the winner of #8 Needham (10-4)/#9 Mansfield (10-5) on Monday, 6/21 at a time to be announced.


FHS Panthers
FHS Panthers

Watch "The Impact of Rising Sea Levels in Massachusetts" on YouTube

Cape Cod is a special place. Climate change has already wrought changes and will continue to do so.  Well done Amanda!

Direct video link ->  https://youtu.be/PvmODX_7QzM


The Beatles are Back to Rock Out for HMEA! - June 26


Get Your Tickets Before They Sell Out!
You're invited to a

Live, In-person, Outdoor Concert Under the Stars!

Saturday, June 26, 2021

Doors at 6 PM | Music at 7 PM
The Black Box | 15 West Central Street | Franklin, MA

Raffles | Door Prize | Complimentary Dessert Bar | Full Cash Bar
This event sells out every year, so don't miss your chance to be part of this fun, outdoor* event!

Tickets are $20 each, or reserve a table near the stage, including tickets for 5 people, for $120!
From the band: Studio Two is a headlining Beatles tribute band, comprised of Berklee Alumni who focus on the most exciting, energetic period of The Beatles: the early years (1962 - 1966). Choosing from a catalog of songs from their club and touring performances, Studio Two captures all of the excitement and danceable 50's and 60's Rock 'n' Roll songs The Beatles helped popularize. All of this is done in period correct attire and equipment. You will be transported in time! 
*The event is scheduled to take place outdoors; if weather does not permit this, the show will proceed as scheduled, at the same time and location, but indoors. Please park in the adjacent Rockland Trust lot. Those arriving in wheelchairs should locate the "wheelchair drop-off" sign near the building entrance for better accessibility.
Thanks to Philip Lippolis Plumbing & Heating in Walpole for, once again, generously sponsoring this event! Proceeds from this event benefit the programs of HMEA, which support more than 5,000 children, adults, and families throughout Massachusetts and Rhode Island impacted by intellectual and developmental disability. We appreciate the generosity of our sponsor and you, the attendees!
Get Your Tickets Before They Sell Out!
HMEA | 8 Forge Park East, Franklin, MA 02038

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