FHS girls soccer, field hockey, and volleyball teams post wins on Monday

Via @HockomockSports and Twitter we share the results of the FHS fall sports action on Monday, Sep 13, 2021 

 
Boys Soccer = Attleboro, 1 @ Franklin, 0 – Final 

– Attleboro found the back of the net early and that was enough to pick up two points on the road at Franklin. Senior Connor Adema tracked down a long punt from sophomore keeper Tyler Rocchio and buried it in the fourth minute to put the visitors ahead. Rocchio recorded his first shutout of the season in the win.

Girls Soccer = Franklin, 2 @ Attleboro, 0 – Final 

– The Panthers scored twice in the first half and it was enough to make it two straight wins to start the season. Freshman Kelly O’Connor added her first career goal to put the Panthers in front, assisted by Riley Fitzpatrick. Anya Zub then scored for the third time in two games, finishing a feed from Chloe Barca. Rachel Welch made eight saves for her second clean sheet of the season. Franklin’s midfield of Selene Hammad, Bridget Leo, Chloe Stavely, and Barca did well to control the game, and Norah Anderson, Katie Ewald, and Izzy Arnold had strong performances in the back line. Attleboro coach Steve Santos praised his team for battling through the second half and the Franklin defense for keeping the Bombardiers at bay. Emily Dunlea, Bethany Alves, and Kahlan Gray all played well for Attleboro.

Field Hockey = Franklin, 4 @ Attleboro, 1 – Final 

– Franklin scored with no time left in the first half to level the scoring and pumped in three second half goals to run away with a win on the road at Attleboro. After a scoreless opening quarter, the Bombardiers took the lead in the 27th minute on a goal from Madison Ellis. Since Franklin earned a penalty corner, play continued after time expired in the second quarter. Kendall Jones converted a pass from Kiera Kotwicki to bring the Panthers even. Shaw Downing put the Panthers ahead on a pass from Kaitlyn Carney in the 43rd minute, and Kaeley Dubriske made it a 3-1 advantage after another assist from Carney. Sydney Rogan put the game away (assisted by Downing) in the 58th minute. Ava Haggerty was strong in net for Attleboro with 19 saves.

Volleyball = Franklin, 3 @ Attleboro, 0 – Final 

– Franklin fended off a good push from Attleboro in the second set and went on to complete the sweep (25-9, 25-20, 25-14). Cailyn Mackintosh dished out 19 assists and had a huge day at the service line with 10 aces. Cate Roberge and Taylor Lacerda both notched three aces to go along with six kills apiece. For Attleboro, Lilly Boedeker recorded 17 digs while freshman Julia Leonardo had 15 digs and nine kills.

Golf = Franklin, 161 @ King Philip, 145 – Final 

– King Philip had all four of its scorers come in with a round under 40 to help the Warriors sweep the season series with rival Franklin. Mike Matheson was the match medalist, shooting a round of 35 that included a birdie. Gavin Croke, who had an eagle on the fifth hole, and Jared Curran each shot 37 while Pat Reardon finished at 38. Franklin’s CJ Steele had a team-low round of 38.

 "Great match from KP who played a great round 145-161 final from Wentworth  Steel 38; Tyler 39; Benny 40; Hags/ Caden /Caroline 44.   Onto North Attleboro tomorrow #getirdone #rollpanthers "  https://twitter.com/FHSGolfTeam/status/1437547879699263488

For the other results around the league on Monday
https://hockomocksports.com/mondays-schedule-scoreboard-09-13-21/

FHS girls soccer, field hockey, and volleyball teams post wins on Monday

Senator President Spilka: Fall Priorities, Legislative Accomplishments so far

Plus news from the District

Updates from Beacon Hill & MetroWest Planning Next Steps for Fall...and Beyond. I hope your summer has gone well and you have been enjoying the weather. Like many of you, I am planning for the fall amidst excitement and uncertainty. The Massachusetts State Senate continues to consider and advance policies designed to protect the health and safety of our residents and promote economic resiliency and recovery during the pandemic. We are also poised to advance key policy initiatives to help residents in other ways. My priorities for this fall include: Taking action on Federal American Rescue Plan (ARPA) funding to invest in critical areas with public input Making vote-by-mail a permanent option for Massachusetts voters    Addressing mental and behavioral health issues, including those stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic Completing our redistricting process to reflect population changes and ensure that everyone's voice is heard in the State House You can read more about these priorities in this online GBH article which came out recently.                                              I look forward to working with my colleagues on these and other items likely to come up as well this fall.  As always, my office is available if you need assistance or wish to share your opinion. You can email me at karen.spilka@masenate.gov or call 617-722-1500. Hope you enjoy the final weeks of summer! Warm regards, Twenty Years after 9/11 In our moments of profound loss, it is the coming together of community which upholds and sustains us. This was true 20 years ago today, in the immediate aftermath of the truly terrifying and absolutely devastating 9/11 attacks, and it is still true today. I know that words cannot express the tremendous grief felt by our nation over the tragedy which took place twenty years ago, but we can give voice to our gratitude for the heroism of the first responders, the rescue workers, and all the volunteers who rushed to the scene in the minutes, hours, and days after 9/11, and to the brave service men and women who answered the call to defend America in the months and years that followed. We can also remember who we are as a nation by recalling the countless acts of kindness in the days that followed and by affirming our bonds of community and our national commitment to the ideals of liberty, justice and compassion – ideals which are are hard-won and worth defending. At this very difficult time, I wish you peace and comfort, and most of all – remembrance of what was lost. The newsletter was shortened for publication here. Unfortunately, I haven't been able to find an online copy of the contents. Your alternative is to sign up to get your own copy next time. Visit https://karenspilka.com/  and scroll to the bottom of the page for the form to subscribe

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"How do we solve this problem? There’s a simple fix: eliminate off-cycle elections"

"Like most other municipalities, turnout in Boston in off years is pathetic: only 16.5 percent of registered voters cast ballots in Boston’s 2019 city council election. Secretary of State Bill Galvin is predicting turnout to be even lower than in 2013, despite Boston growing by 9 percent over the past decade. Turnout is not only low, but also racially skewed. Hispanic turnout was almost six times lower in the 2019 off-cycle election than in the 2020 presidential race. The share of Hispanic voters in the electorate was also 39 percent lower in 2019. Local elections determine control over public education – in a city where 43 percent of public school children are Hispanic, this loss of Hispanic voice in local government exacerbates existing racial disparities. 

What accounts for the low turnout and racial disparities in local races? The problem is simple: Boston, like 80 percent of American cities, holds its local elections in odd-numbered years, or “off-cycle.” This practice dates back a century, when Progressive Era reformers believed that off-cycle elections would insulate local contests from national politics. In reality, however, this practice dramatically depresses turnout.

A recent issue brief released by policy action lab Policy for Progress explains why. Holding local elections off-cycle places an extra burden on voters by forcing them to know the date of their local election and take another trip to the polls. Without high-profile national races on the ballot, this added burden often means the difference between voting and staying home."

Continue reading the article online ->

https://commonwealthmagazine.org/opinion/we-should-eliminate-off-cycle-elections-in-mass/

The issue brief can be found ->  https://drive.google.com/file/d/1scIb9G-_BOtJjUl7S3gmhnhmIlcOJMdV/view

Visit Policy for Progress online for more info ->  https://www.policyforprogress.org/

"How do we solve this problem? There’s a simple fix: eliminate off-cycle elections"

Franklin Lions schedule "Reverse Trunk or Treat" - Oct 23, 2021

"The Franklin Lions will be holding their second annual drive thru Trunk or Treat. We all looking to fill the Franklin High School parking lot with Trunkers."

Follow the event on Facebook for updates

https://www.facebook.com/groups/1551606135109407/permalink/2987559084847431/

Franklin Lions schedule "Reverse Trunk or Treat" - Oct 23, 2021

Franklin Dog Park help needed on Saturday, Sep 18

"Hello dog lovers. 

We need volunteers to help out at the Franklin Dog Park on Saturday September 18 at 9:30 AM.  

Every time we get heavy rains at the dog park, the wood chips wash down to the fence area. We are moving the wood chips from the fence area to areas that needs to be filled in. 

Please bring wheelbarrows, shovels and rakes. Refreshments will be served."

Thank you

Furry Friends of the Franklin Volunteer Committee

Shared from Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/groups/1551606135109407/permalink/2988421458094527/

Dacey Field dog park

Franklin, MA: Town Council - Agenda - Sep 15, 2021

 
1. ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM THE CHAIR

a. This meeting is being recorded by Franklin TV and shown on Comcast channel 11 and Verizon Channel 29. This meeting may be recorded by others.
b. Chair to identify Council members participating remotely.

2. CITIZEN COMMENTS
a. Citizens are welcome to express their views for up to five minutes on a matter that is not on the agenda. The Council will not engage in a dialogue or comment on a matter raised during Citizen Comments. The Town Council will give remarks appropriate consideration and may ask the Town Administrator to review the matter.

3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
a. August 18, 2021   https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/uploads/3a._1_august_18_2021_tc_meeting_minutes_-_draft_for_review.pdf

4. PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS
a. Police Department:
i. Sergeant Lee Drake - Retirement
ii. Sergeant Louis Marguerite - Promotion

5. APPOINTMENTS
a. Janice Prentice - Associate member, Historical Commission   https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/uploads/5a._appointment_-_prentice.pdf
b. Chuna Keophannga - Finance Committee   https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/uploads/5b._appointment_-_keophannga.pdf
c. Tyrel Hansen - Finance Committee   https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/uploads/5c._appointment_-_hansen.pdf

6. HEARINGS - 7:10pm - None Scheduled

7. LICENSE TRANSACTIONS

a. Franklin Shed, LLC d/b/a Franklin Shed, New Section 12 Restaurant, All Alcoholic Beverages, and approval of manager, located at 340 East Central Street, Franklin, MA.   https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/uploads/7a._web_franklin_shed.pdf

8. PRESENTATIONS/DISCUSSIONS
a. SAFE Coalition, Jennifer Knight-Levine, Executive Director
b. Delcarte Conservation Area Weed Remediation, Jennifer Delmore, Conservation Agent  https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/uploads/8b._delcarte_weeds_pres.pdf

9. SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS
a. Capital Budget Subcommittee
b. Budget Subcommittee
c. Economic Development Subcommittee

10. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION
a. Resolution 21-53: Gift Acceptance, Franklin Public Library $5,890, Veterans’ Service Department $300, Fire Department $200 (Motion to Approve Resolution 21-53 - Majority Vote)
b. Bylaw Amendment 21-875: Chapter 82, Trash and Recycling Fee Increase - Second Reading
(Motion to adopt Bylaw Amendment 21-875 - Majority Roll Call Vote)  https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/uploads/10b._21-875_trash.pdf

11. TOWN ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT

12. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS

13. COUNCIL COMMENTS

14. EXECUTIVE SESSION - None Scheduled

15. ADJOURN

Note:
Two-Thirds Vote: requires 6 votes
Majority Vote: requires majority of members present and voting

The agenda doc, including connection info and documents released for this meeting can be found ->  https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/09-15-2021_town_council_agenda.pdf

Delcarte Conservation Area Weed Remediation

Franklin Cultural Festival "Community Unity" - photo essay

How does one determine the success of the Franklin Cultural Festival "Community Unity" event held on Sunday, Sep 12, 2021 in great weather.

Kaye Kelly and group at the end of the "Sari Showcase"

• The crowd and lines were steady from the opening at noon through 3:30 or so. Some may have decided to check out the sports event on TV. For those that remained, salsa lessons and great music continued.

the wise owl greeted young and young at heart

• The variety and number of food trucks. Could there have been more, yes, if the food truck owners had followed through. For those who ran out of food early, maybe they'll be better prepared next time. For those trucks that didn't participate, their missed opportunity. It is a great start.

Eguie Castrillo & Mar del Norte Salsa Orchestra

• The Kid's corner and puppet shows were pleasing based upon the hoots and hollers from those watching the show.

some of the crowd at the second puppet show

• The line up of artisan crafters was multifaceted. Many of the booths reported good business from the great amount of traffic.

The Pamela Means Project performed

• The beer and wine garden was busy when I stopped by. Got my wrist band after getting my license checked. Then some liquid refreshment to go with my food truck tacos on the lawn in the shade. I was not alone. Dozens of others were under the tent at tables or spread around the lawn as well.

two chicken tacos were delicious

• Cultural diversity was achieved with one view of the salsa dance lessons. Participants spread among the ages from young to young at heart, mostly women (but a few men). A youngster with a Patriots jersey learning the salsa inline with a couple of young ladies wearing saris. 

salsa dance lessons lead by RI Dance

At least for this day, the smiling faces seemed to be enjoying the art based event. Let's work together for more of this. And yes, Franklin Matters is proud to be in good company in helping to sponsor this event.

Additional photos from the event can be found in one album

https://photos.app.goo.gl/M6WyaM47TNnQaa5T9

Franklin Matters is proud to be in good company in helping to sponsor this event

Hockomock Boys Soccer: Players to Watch in 2021 - FHS

From HockomockSports.com we share the "Hockomock Boys Soccer: Players to Watch in 2021"  for Franklin High School. Link to the full listing is shared below. 

"TERRY O’NEILL, SENIOR – FRANKLIN

There isn’t much to say about Franklin senior Terry O’Neill that we haven’t already said sometime over the past two seasons, but that won’t stop us from doing so again here. A truly versatile player, O’Neill can play just about anywhere on the pitch, playing mostly in a holding mid spot as a sophomore and then dropping deeper to solidify the defense last season. 

One thing we’re looking forward to this season is the return of heading the ball. The players did a nice job adjusting to the rules modified by COVID, but heading is such a key aspect of the game and it’s certainly a big part of O’Neill’s game. He does a nice job really standing out in his box against set pieces, and on the other end of the pitch, he’s the one setting the offense up whether it’s with a cross, a set piece service, or a shot on a free kick."

For the complete listing

https://hockomocksports.com/hockomock-boys-soccer-players-to-watch-in-2021/

Franklin’s Terry O’Neill (left) will be one of the top players in the Hock this season. (Ryan Lanigan/HockomockSports.com)

FHS girls cross country results from MSTCA Relay meet 9/11/21

Coach Bailey (@FranklinHSXC) tweeted  on Sat, Sep 11, 2021:

Results from the MSTCA relay meet: the fr/so team of Batla, Loukota, Walbert finished 4th & The jr/sr team of Peng, Duffy, Lavery finished 9th.  Both teams were medal winners!

Shared from Twitter:  https://twitter.com/FranklinHSXC/status/1436756220413685762?s=03

The FHS team results are as follows:

Girls 4.6 Mile Run CC Frosh-Sophomore

4 Franklin HS, Girls A F/S Franklin HS 31:08.35 1

18 Franklin HS, Girls C F/S Franklin HS 34:08.07 2

20 Franklin HS, Girls D F/S Franklin HS 34:36.86 2

22 Franklin HS, Girls B F/S Franklin HS 34:50.61 3

Girls 4.6 Mile Run CC Junior-Senior

8 Franklin HS, Girls E J/S Franklin HS 31:38.85 1

23 Franklin HS, Girls F J/S Franklin HS 33:18.55 3

34 Franklin HS, Girls G J/S Franklin HS 35:22.10 4

The full results can be found online with the MSTCA

https://dl.airtable.com/.attachments/47f9957efb629a5fade01e49186544ff/ff8b3f6f/relaysmstca.pdf

FHS girls cross country results from MSTCA Relay meet 9/11/21

Hockomock Volleyball: Players to Watch in 2021 - FHS

From HockomockSports.com we share the "Hockomock Volleyball: Players to Watch in 2021"  for Franklin High School. Link to the full listing is shared below. 

"TAYLOR LACERDA, SOPHOMORE – FRANKLIN

Even though they had to wait an extra six months to get last year’s campaign going, Franklin had a season to remember by winning a share of the Kelley-Rex division and then winning the Hock Cup against King Philip, the team they split the division title with. The Panthers had one of the best all-around players in senior Ally Bonnet-Eymard but one of the reasons that Franklin was so good last year was because they had a lot of viable options around her so defenses struggled to key in on one player. 

It’s not often a freshman steps into the lineup and makes such a big impact right away, especially offensively as an outside hitter, but that’s exactly what Taylor Lacerda did. She played in all spots on the floor and was among Franklin’s statistical leaders in almost every category. She was second on the team with 74 kills, which was among the league leaders, as well as one of the top servers (24 aces) and defensive players (53 digs). The Panthers also graduated Emma Chase, who was third on the team in kills, so there will be more swings to had this year and Lacerda will be one of the top options."

"CAILYN MACKINTOSH, SENIOR – FRANKLIN

Mackintosh has been one of the best setters in the league for the past two seasons and the fulcrum on which Franklin’s potent attack balances. Her accurate passing and her ability to spot the opening in a defense have put the Panthers’ hitters into strong positions and put her at or near the top of the league’s assist charts for two years running. Mackintosh is tall and long, which enables her to also look for her own swings when the timing is right. She is a threat from the service line and a more than capable defender on the back row. 

Mackintosh helped the Panthers win back-to-back league titles and last year’s Hock Cup and her vocal leadership will be important for the newer players on this year’s roster. Having a setter like Mackintosh opens up the entire court because any hitter is a threat and Franklin is counting on that balanced offense to make another title challenge this fall."

For the complete listing

https://hockomocksports.com/hockomock-volleyball-players-to-watch-in-2021/

Franklin’s Cailyn Mackintosh will be on the top players in the Hock this season. (Ryan Lanigan/HockomockSports.com)