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Sunday, April 30, 2023

FHS Individual & Team results from the MSTCA Division 1 Relays held on April 29, 2023

MSTCA Division 1 Relays - 04/292/23

Shared / filtered from -> https://live.mstca.org/meets/24156

FHS Individual results

Girls Discus Throw Relay

1 Lily Deforge +2.66pts • F2 • Yr: 11 32.57m 106-10

6 Darby Nicholson +2.66pts • F2 • Yr: 11 30.24m 99-02

12 Elizabeth Hopkins +2.66pts • F2 • Yr: 11 26.74m 87-08

Girls High Jump Relay

1 Sarah Dumas +3.33pts • F1 • Yr: 11 1.63m 5-04.25

4 Abigail Griffith +3.33pts • F1 • Yr: 11 1.48m 4-10.25

4 Kyra McSweeney +3.33pts • F1 • Yr: 11 1.48m 4-10.25

Boys High Jump Relay

– Christopher Botchis H1 • Yr: 12 DNS

– Quinten Hardt H1 • Yr: 11 DNS

– Trey Lovell H1 • Yr: 12 DNS

Girls Javelin Throw Relay

1 Elizabeth Hopkins +3.33pts • F2 • Yr: 11 37.13m 121-10

4 Ellie Weidman +3.33pts • F2 • Yr: 12 29.36m 96-04

19 Kiera Crochiere +3.33pts • F2 23.25m 76-03

Boys Javelin Throw Relay

3 James Scott +2pts • F3 • Yr: 11 45.73m 150-00

34 Christopher Botchis +2pts • F3 • Yr: 12 34.75m 114-00

39 William Melton +2pts • F3 • Yr: 11 33.97m 111-05

Boys Long Jump Relay

51 Jake Vaccarezza F4 5.81m 19-00.75

66 Aidan Thorne F4 5.20m 17-00.75

69 Nicholas Palmieri F4 • Yr: 10 5.17m 16-11.50

Girls Long Jump Relay

23 Cailyn Bruno F2 • Yr: 11 4.55m 14-11.25

23 Makayla Sanders F2 4.55m 14-11.25

32 Clare Loukota F2 • Yr: 10 4.26m 13-11.75

Boys Shot Put Relay

26 Jacob Bowser F4 • Yr: 11 12.09m 39-08.00

47 Andrew Melton F4 • Yr: 12 11.04m 36-02.75

53 Luke Towle F4 • Yr: 12 10.57m 34-08.25

Girls Shot Put Relay

6 Lily Deforge +2.66pts • F2 • Yr: 11 9.90m 32-05.75

8 Elizabeth Hopkins +2.66pts • F2 • Yr: 11 9.72m 31-10.75

12 Darby Nicholson +2.66pts • F2 • Yr: 11 9.03m 29-07.50

Girls Triple Jump Relay

11 Abigail Griffith F2 • Yr: 11 9.90m 32-05.75

20 Artemisia Saparoff F2 • Yr: 12 9.39m 30-09.75

24 Kyra McSweeney F2 • Yr: 11 9.32m 30-07.00

Boys Triple Jump Relay

8 Quinten Hardt F3 • Yr: 11 12.40m 40-08.25

35 Bryce Dragsbaek F3 • Yr: 11 11.24m 36-10.50

37 Joshua Dunlap F3 • Yr: 12 11.14m 36-06.75

FHS Team Results

7 Girls 1600 Meter Sprint Medley 4:27.97 'A' • H3

11 Boys 1600 Meter Sprint Medley 3:58.30 'A' • H2

8 Girls 4x100 Meter Relay 52.40 'A' • H4

11 Boys 4x100 Meter Relay 45.15 'A' • H4

– Boys Shuttle Hurdle DQ ran around hurdle 'A' • H4

2 Girls Shuttle Hurdle 1:07.17 'A' • +8pts • H4

7 Girls 4x200 Meter Relay 1:51.36 'A' • H4

9 Boys 4x200 Meter Relay 1:34.45 'A' • H5

10 Boys 4x400 Meter Relay 3:35.77 'A' • H3

1 Girls 4x400 Meter Relay 4:04.15 'A' • +10pts • H4

11 Girls 4x800 Meter Relay 10:52.66 'A' • H2

14 Girls 4x800 Meter Relay 11:12.69 'B' • H2

12 Boys 4x800 Meter Relay 8:48.48 'A' • H1

24 Boys 4x800 Meter Relay 9:41.81 'B' • H1

13 Boys Distance Medley 11:51.39 'A' • H1

9 Girls Distance Medley 14:06.43 'A' • H1

Download a PDF with these results ->

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1soM59dGasVYQZBfpMsZRdt9vSVwLAMp-/view?usp=share_link

FHS Panthers

Town Council hears of update on Open Space, discusses flag policy and leans toward an ad-hoc cmte to resolve that topic (audio)

FM #981 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 981 in the series.

This session of the radio show shares the Town Council meeting held in Council Chambers on Wednesday, April 26, 2023. All 9 members of the Council were present in the Council Chambers.

Quick recap:

A License ownership transfer and change for the alcohol license at 7-11 Union St was approved
Farmers Market alcohol license for La Cantina Winery was approve
Conservation Agent Breeka Li Goodlander provided an update on the progress for the Open Space & Recreation Plan that is in process, 2 public hearings completed, a series of focus group meetings continuing, the final public hearing to review the draft plan is scheduled in June
The proposal for enabling the raising of the Pride Flag for June prompted a discussion on the viability of such a measure given the developing legal status and the fear it would open the door for other flags that many folks would not approve of. It generally was a rather good civil conversation except for the last commenter. The general consensus was for appointment of an ad-hoc subcommittee to further address the proposal for fute, especially since the current June Pride situation can be worked around satisfactorily
Approval for additional ARPA funding from Norfolk County was received

The recording runs about 2 hours and 15 minutes. Let’s listen to the Town Council meeting on April 26, 2023.

Audio file -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-981-town-council-mtg-04-26-23

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The agenda doc can also be found on the Town of Franklin page -> https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/town_council_agenda_-_april_26_2023_0.pdf

My notes in one PDF file -> https://drive.google.com/file/d/1a-fQYmqnEnma1RPjufiBjVjft3nJ5-GW/view?usp=share_link

Franklin TV meeting video -> https://www.youtube.com/live/VTsQ6p7Pc_w?feature=share

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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.

This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help.

How can you help?

If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors
If you don't like something here, please let me know

Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening.

For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/ or www.franklin.news/

If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com

The music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley". The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana" c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission.

I hope you enjoy!

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Letter to Town Council on Display of Flags on Town Property (agenda item for Council Mtg - 04/26/23)

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Reminder: Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club - Meeting on May 3 - topic 'online safety'

Come join your Franklin friends and neighbors at the Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club May Meeting.

We typically meet the 2nd Wednesday of the month … we made a date change for this presentation. Join us on Wednesday, May 3rd at 7:00 PM. Robin Putnam, Events & Outreach Manager from the MA Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation, will present on online safety. The presentation will include information about her Office and what they do. It will also cover how to be safe online, whether it be on your smart device, social media or online banking, phishing emails and general protection from scams and identity theft.

Join us at Escape Into Fiction Book Store, 12 Main Street, Downtown Franklin. The presentation will start at 7 PM but feel free to come early to socialize, get some refreshments and shop.

We are a multi-generational, member-driven organization and are always excited to welcome new faces and new ideas. Residents of Franklin, or any surrounding town that doesn't have a Newcomers Club, are welcome to join us. Our monthly meetings run September through May.

Additionally, we hold fun and varied events to stay connected throughout the year.

As always, we are thankful for the generosity and kindness we receive from April Rock, Owner, Escape Into Fiction. Our extended community is so fortunate to her and her business in Franklin. If you haven’t yet, please visit this gem of a book store!

Look for us on our Meetup page for more information. https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Newcomers-Friends

Not just for Newcomers . . . Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club - Meeting on May 3 - topic 'online safety'

Drink Responsibly: La Cantina Winery (video)

One of the new video series produced by Franklin TV is called "Drink Responsibly." In this episode, Jim Derick talks with Bob Vozzella of La Cantina Winery about the development of his wine making process.

Video link -> https://youtu.be/NuNKq-MgTDA

Franklin Matters sat with Bob earlier this year and you can listen to that conversation (about 40 minutes). They have also expanded to brewing some beer to provide that option for visitors to their backyard location. https://www.franklinmatters.org/2023/01/talking-wine-small-business-with-bob.html

You can visit La Cantina at their winery on Union St in Franklin. With the warmer weather here, the tent is back and music & food trucks are part of the regular schedule https://lacantinawinery.com/

Drink Responsibly: La Cantina Winery (video)

More Perfect Union -wfpr.fm: Episode 79 - Ralph Yarl, Stand Your Ground, and Self Defense (audio)

In this episode, the group sits down to discuss the recent shooting of Ralph Yarl, a black teen from Kansas City, who was shot after going to the wrong address. They talk over self defense and firearms, the dangers and responsibilities of being a firearm owner, what can be done to mitigate shootings like this from happening in the future and more.

Audio file -> https://more-perfect-union.captivate.fm/episode/more-perfect-union-79-ralph-yarl-stand-your-ground-and-self-defense

Franklin.TV: A More Perfect Union (audio)

More Perfect Union - WFPR

Discussing American Politics and Current Events

Peter Fasciano, Dr. Michael Walker Jones, Dr. Natalia Linos, Jeff Roy, Chris Woolf and Nick Remissong host a round table discussion on current events and American politics, bringing about thoughtful conversation, compelling discourse, and a look at what the future might hold for the United States.

Find all the More Perfect Union episodes online -> https://more-perfect-union.captivate.fm/episodes or subscribe with your favorite podcast app

MindShift: The image tells the four point story well

MindShift (@MindShiftKQED) tweeted on Sat, Apr 29, 2023:

"Creating something new and useful requires us to work in the realm of the unknown" - Greg Satell

Sketchnote by @tnvora https://t.co/0zfdHJoM1u

Shared from Twitter -> https://twitter.com/MindShiftKQED/status/1652287867094454272

The image tells the four point story well

MindShift: The image tells the four point story well

Saturday, April 29, 2023

Second Sunday Speaker to celebrate Horace Mann - May 14 at 1:15 PM

In May, we celebrate Franklin’s Favorite son, Horace Mann. Our Second Sunday Speaker Series presentation will be The Life of Horace Mann. Born in Franklin and commonly known as the Father of American Education, Mann’s life from a young farm boy from Franklin, braiding straw for pennies to Brown University, to the State House and beyond is a story our town can be proud of. An educator, lawyer, abolitionist, orator and statesman, Mann gave much to many in his short life. Learn about his family life in Franklin, his education, friends, loves and his strong desire to establish free education to all.

Horace Mann

Join us for the presentation Sunday, May 14th. Doors open at 1:00, presentation starts at 1:15. Then join us for coffee and cake as we celebrate the 227th birthday of Horace Mann. COVID-19 prevented us from celebrating Horace’s 225th, and he hasn’t quite forgiven us!

Visitors to the museum are asked to bring an item for the Franklin Food Pantry. Personal items such as shampoo/soap/razors/toothpaste, etc. or individually wrapped paper towels, among other items would be welcome.

We also encourage visitors to browse our gift shop and make a purchase in support of the Friends of the Franklin Historical Museum and the programs they support.

The museum is located at 80 West Central Street, is wheelchair accessible and entry is always free.

You can also visit the Historical Museum on the web at
http://franklinhistoricalmuseum.org/

or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/FHM02038

Town Council Quarterbacking condenses the meeting to what it means for Franklin residents & taxpayers (audio)

FM #980 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 980 in the series.

This shares my conversation with Town Council Chair Tom Mercer in our Town Council Quarterbacking session. This is one of the series of conversations meant to provide a recap of the prior night’s Town Council meeting.

Akin to one of the many sports post-game analysis broadcasts we are familiar with in New England, this would be a discussion focused on the Franklin Town Council meeting of Apr 26, 2023:

ok, what just happened?
What does it mean for Franklin residents and taxpayers?

We cover the following key topics

2 license transactions

• Transfer of Section 15 Wine and Malt Beverages Package Store License and Approval of Parth Patel as the Manager - Marlboro Food, Inc. d/b/a 7-Eleven, Located at 664 Union St. https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/uploads/7a._1_license_transaction_-_7-eleven_transfer_of_section_15.pdf

• Robert Vozzella / La Cantina Winery - Farmer-Winery, Farmer’s Market License https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/uploads/7b._license_transaction_-_la_cantina.pdf

1 piece of legislation

• Resolution 23-28: Town Council Approval of County ARPA Funds (Motion to Approve Resolution 23-28 - Majority Vote) https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/uploads/9a._23-28_arpa_700k.pdf

PRESENTATIONS / DISCUSSION

a. Discussion: Open Space & Recreation Plan Update - Breeka Li Goodlander, Conservation Agent and Natural Resources Manager https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/uploads/8a._1_-_memo_-_osrp_presentation_.pdf

b. Discussion: Display of Flags on Town Flagpoles or Property https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/uploads/8b._flags_0.pdf

Links to the meeting agenda and associated documents released for this meeting are included in the show notes.

Our conversation runs about 32 minutes. Let’s listen to the Town Council Quarterbacking session recorded Apr 27, 2023

Audio file -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-980-town-council-quarterbacking-04-27-23

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The agenda doc can also be found on the Town of Franklin page -> https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/town_council_agenda_-_april_26_2023_0.pdf

My notes in one PDF file -> https://drive.google.com/file/d/1a-fQYmqnEnma1RPjufiBjVjft3nJ5-GW/view?usp=share_link

Franklin TV meeting video -> https://www.youtube.com/live/VTsQ6p7Pc_w?feature=share

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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.

This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help.

How can you help?

If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors
If you don't like something here, please let me know

Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening.

For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/ or www.franklin.news/

If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com

I hope you enjoy!

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Franklin, MA: Town Council Agenda for April 26, 2023 meeting

FHS boys lacrosse top Longmeadow on Friday

Via HockomockSports .com and Twitter, we share the results of the spring sports competition for Franklin High School on Friday, April 28, 2023. We also provide the link to the full set of Hockomock League results below.

Boys Lacrosse = Franklin, 16 vs. Longmeadow, 10 – Final