Monday, May 8, 2023

FHS Outdoor Track results from Hoar Frosh/Soph Invitational Meet - May 6, 2023

MSTCA Jim Hoar Freshman Sophomore Invitational - May 6, 2023

Middleborough High School

Filtered for the Franklin results ->  https://live.mstca.org/meets/24750/teams

Full PDF of all results -> ttps://static.trackmeetio.com/meetFiles/24750/645703b1dedf1.pdf 


FHS results (as shown below in a PDF format) 

Girls 100m - Prelims

35 Clare Loukota H13 • Yr: 10 13.77


Boys 100m - Prelims

11 Stephon Reed H22 • Yr: 9 11.67q 11.667

62 Aidan Thorne H13 • Yr: 10 12.27 12.265

90 Riley Marshall H14 • Yr: 10 12.49


Boys 100m

Stephon Reed H1 • Yr: 9 DNS


Girls 100m Hurdles - Prelims

2 Ella Chandaria         H13 • Yr: 10 16.71q


Girls 100m Hurdles

2 Ella Chandaria         H2 • Yr: 10 16.04


Boys 200m

99 Mason Yered H7 • Yr: 10 25.91 25.910

00 Sam Shoneman         H9 • Yr: 10 25.92

127 Nigel Philips         H5 • Yr: 9 26.93


Girls 400m

3 Madison Bruno     H12 • Yr: 9 1:00.25

49 Carli Walbert H9 • Yr: 10 1:08.30


Boys 400m

43 Jake Lorenzo H5 • Yr: 10 57.31

46 Gavin Warnakulasooriya H3 • Yr: 9 57.72


Girls 400m Hurdles

5 Ella Chandaria          H7 • Yr: 10 1:09.39


Girls 800m

16 Meghan Griffith          H2 • Yr: 10 2:29.85

24 Alex Alvarado H1 • Yr: 10 2:36.27


Boys 800m

30 Jack Halter          H4 • Yr: 10 2:13.74

58 Tucker Morin H2 • Yr: 9 2:24.05


Girls 1 Mile

2 Gwenyth Holland H3 • Yr: 9 5:12.10

31 Savannah Copeland H1 • Yr: 9 5:57.38


Boys 1 Mile

19 Jonathan Pink H4 • Yr: 12 4:53.53

28 Andrew Scotland         H4 • Yr: 9 4:58.47 4:58.465


Boys Discus Throw

21 Jack Yeulenski          F4 • Yr: 10 98-04 29.97m

32 William Pritoni F4 • Yr: 10 93-07 28.52m


Girls Discus Throw

Ella Chandaria         H3 • Yr: 10 DNS


Girls Javelin Throw

15 Abby Baker          F1 • Yr: 10 79-07 24.26m


Boys Long Jump

38 Aidan Thorne F2 • Yr: 10 17-11.75 5.48m


Girls Shot Put

4 Ella Chandaria F3 • Yr: 10 32-03.00 9.83m

15 Abby Baker F3 • Yr: 10 28-10.00 8.79m

18 Allie Brown F3 • Yr: 10 28-05.00 8.66m


Boys Shot Put

25 Mason Yered F4 • Yr: 10 36-05.00 11.10m

67 Hayden Reilly F2 • Yr: 10 31-01.00 9.47m

Elias Lawless H4 • Yr: 9 DNS


25 Girls 4x100 Yard Relay 57.07 'A' • H2 • I. Chandarana, S. Kent, A. Cliff, C. Loukota


11 Boys 4x100 Meter Relay 46.38 'A' • H5 • a. Warnaku


6 Girls 4x400 Meter Relay 4:23.05 'A' • H3 • M. Bruno, E. Chandaria, C. Loukota, G. Holland


13 Boys 4x400 Meter Relay 3:52.61 'A' • H3 • J. Lorenzo, J. Halter, J. Pink, A. Scotland


15 Boys 4x800 Meter Relay 10:00.91 'A' • H1 • J. Halter, J. Lorenzo, A. Scotland, T. Morin


7 Girls 4x800 Meter Relay 11:23.15 'A' • H1 • A. Alvarado, M. Griffith, E. Pruitt, S. Copeland


FHS Panthers
FHS Panthers

FHS alumni Julia Fenerty sets Ivy League meet record in 800M

FHS alumni Julia Fenerty sets Ivy League meet record in 800M
"MEET RECORD BROKEN.

@DartmouthTFXC's Julia Fenerty claims first place in the women's 800m run with a MEET RECORD time of 2:03.81. 🌿🏃 https://t.co/Nah0m3KobM"
Shared from Twitter -> https://twitter.com/IvyLeague/status/1655273864182767616


FHS Panthers
FHS Panthers

Register O’Donnell Reports on April 2023 Real Estate Activity in Norfolk County

Norfolk County Register of Deeds William P. O’Donnell reported that Norfolk County recordings for the month of April 2023 indicate a continued decrease in overall real estate activity, with significant drops in mortgage activity, average property sale price, and number of properties sold as compared to April 2022.

 

"As compared to last year, we are still seeing significant decreases in the number of documents filed." Register of Deeds William P. O’Donnell continued, "Despite the overall decline in activity throughout the county, there are still pockets of the market here in Norfolk County that are seeing growth and stability, particularly in certain neighborhoods and property types. As the market continues to shift and adapt, it will be important for buyers, sellers, and agents alike to stay informed and nimble in order to make the most of the current conditions."

 

The Norfolk County Registry of Deeds recorded 7,650 documents in April 2023. This was 32% less than in April 2022 and 10% less than in March 2023.

 

"The decrease in overall real estate activity is likely due to a variety of factors, including rising interest rates, a slowdown in new construction projects, and a lack of existing inventory," noted Register O’Donnell. "Factors like these are resulting in a housing market that is becoming increasingly competitive and challenging for buyers, particularly first-time homebuyers, who may struggle to find affordable options in desirable areas."

 

Overall lending activity showed a continued downward trend for the month of April. A total of 1,106 mortgages were recorded this month, 50% less than a year ago at the same time and down 14% from last month.

 

"A continued decline in the number of mortgages recorded at the registry may indicate that homeowners who locked in lower interest rates that were out there in years past are hesitant to make moves with average mortgage interest rates above 6%," said Register O’Donnell.

 

 The number of deeds for April 2023, which reflect real estate sales and transfers, both commercial and residential, was 1,119, a decrease of 21% from April 2022 and a decrease of 10% from the previous month of March.

 

"The decrease in the number of deeds is likely due to a lack of inventory of new and existing homes, which means fewer homes are listed, keeping costs above pre-pandemic prices," noted Register O’Donnell. "Higher prices also mean that some buyers may be struggling to find affordable homes within their budget, leading to a decrease in the number of potential buyers and further decreasing the number of home sales."

 

Sale prices for April appear to have dropped compared to April 2022. The average sale price in April was $926,960, a 40% decrease from April 2022 and a 5% increase from March 2023. The total dollar volume of commercial and residential sales is down, decreasing 58% from one year ago and decreasing 5% from last month.

 

"While prices have come down significantly from a year ago, the demand to live and own a home in communities that make up Norfolk County remains high," said O’Donnell. "This may suggest that the decrease in dollar volume may be due to a shortage of available properties and a decline in the number of individuals with the ability to buy."

 

The Norfolk County Registry of Deeds has been closely monitoring the foreclosure market. In April 2023, there were 10 foreclosure deeds recorded as a result of mortgage foreclosures taking place in Norfolk County, whereas in April 2022, there were 4 recorded. Additionally, this month, there were 30 notices to foreclose, the first step in the foreclosure process, significantly more than the 22 recorded in April 2022.

 

"The increase in the number of these notices is troubling. It suggests that more of our neighbors may have financial difficulties in the future," said O'Donnell. "We will continue to monitor these figures."

 

For the past several years, the Norfolk County Registry of Deeds has partnered with Quincy Community Action Programs (617-479-8181 x376) and NeighborWorks Housing Solutions (508-587-0950) to help anyone facing challenges paying their mortgage. Another option for homeowners is to contact the Massachusetts Attorney General’s Consumer Advocacy and Response Division (CARD) at 617-727-8400.

 

"If you are having difficulty paying your monthly mortgage, please consider contacting one of these non-profit agencies for help and guidance," said Register O’Donnell.

 

Register O’Donnell concluded, "The current economic climate that the country is currently facing has a ripple effect on several aspects of the local real estate market impacting buyers, sellers, and real estate agents." Register O’Donnell continued, "Despite recent declines, there are still areas in Norfolk County that are seeing growth and stability."

 

To learn more about these and other Registry of Deeds events and initiatives, "like" us on Facebook at facebook.com/norfolkdeeds. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @norfolkdeeds.

 

The Norfolk County Registry of Deeds, located at 649 High St., Dedham, is the principal office for real property in Norfolk County. The Registry is a resource for homeowners, title examiners, mortgage lenders, municipalities, and others with a need for secure, accurate, and accessible land record information. All land record research information can be found on the Registry's website, www.norfolkdeeds.org. Residents in need of assistance can contact the Registry of Deeds Customer Service Center at (781) 461-6101 or email us at registerodonnell@norfolkdeeds.org.


Register O’Donnell Reports on April 2023 Real Estate Activity in Norfolk County
Register O’Donnell Reports on April 2023 Real Estate Activity in Norfolk County

Fundraiser at La Cantina Winery, May 18 for Nick Gaspar & family

Fundraiser for Nick Gaspar hosted by Franklin Lacrosse on May 18 at La Cantina Winery. 
Tickets available at the door. Food truck and live music.
#1NickStrong18


Fundraiser at La Cantina Winery, May 18 for Nick Gaspar & family
Fundraiser at La Cantina Winery, May 18 for Nick Gaspar & family 


The Guardian: "US food pesticides contaminated with toxic ‘forever chemicals’ testing finds"

We heard at the Town Council meeting last week that PFAS regulations will require additional cost to mitigate yet, PFAS is still prevalent and not yet stopped being produced. This article helps to confirm the extensive spread of PFAS in our environment.
"Some of the United States’ most widely used food pesticides are contaminated with “potentially dangerous” levels of toxic PFAS “forever chemicals”, new testing of the products finds.

The Environmental Protection Agency has previously been silent on PFAS in food pesticides, even as it found the chemicals in non-food crop products. The potential for millions of acres of contaminated food cropland demands swifter and stronger regulatory action, the paper’s authors say.

“I can’t imagine anything that could make these products any more dangerous than they already are, but apparently my imagination isn’t big enough,” said Nathan Donley, environmental health science director at the Center for Biological Diversity (CBD), which co-authored the study. “The EPA has to take control of this situation and remove pesticide products that are contaminated with these extremely dangerous, persistent chemicals.”
Continue reading online (subscription maybe required) ->
https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2023/may/07/food-pesticides-toxic-forever-chemicals-pfas

PFAS at the Town Council meeting skip to 1:51:00 of the recording to view

The Guardian: "The digital media bubble has burst. Where does the industry go from here?"

"Toward the end of Traffic, a new account of the early rock n roll years of internet publishing, Ben Smith writes that the failings of Buzzfeed News had come about as a result of a “utopian ideology, from a kind of magical thinking”.

No truer words, perhaps, for a digital-based business that for a decade paddled in a warm bath of venture capital funding but never fully controlled its pricing and distribution, a basic business requirement that applies to information as much as it does to selling lemonade in the school yard or fossil fuels.

Buzzfeed News, a pioneer of the internet news business that walked away with a Pulitzer Prize for international reporting in 2021, said it was shutting down its newsroom on 20 April after shares in the company tumbled 90% since the company went public. Buzzfeed CEO Jonah Peretti said the company “can no longer continue to fund” the site.

But that was just one of the pieces of bad news hitting the digital media sector."
Continue reading the article online (subscription maybe required) -> 

Franklin TV and wfpr.fm schedule for Monday, May 8, 2023

  • wfpr.fm or 102.9 on the FM dial = Monday

9 AM 12 PM and 6 PM Talkin’ the Blues – Jim Derick & Nick Remissong
2 hours of awesome blues music, info, interviews

11 AM 2 PM and 8 PM A More Perfect Union – Discussing American Politics and Current Events - Peter Fasciano, Dr. Michael Walker Jones, Dr. Natalia Linos, State Rep 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.

  • Franklin All Access TV - Our Public Access Channel (Comcast 8, Verizon 26) = MONDAY

9:00 am     Pickleball Tournament: Pickleball Tournament
11:30 am Winning Ways with the MIAA: Referee Shortage 2
12:00 pm Brooke'n'Cookin: Mac'n'Cheese
12:30 pm Sandhya: Homemade Cheez-Its
1:00 pm     Cooking Thyme: Lasagna
1:30 pm     Pizzapalooza: Meat-Lovers Pt. 1
2:00 pm New England Candlepins: Summer 2018 Show 1
3:00 pm Candlepin New Generation: Show 8
6:00 pm Veterans' Call: PACT Act
6:30 pm     Sons & Daughters of Italy: Ciambotta
7:00 pm     Frank Presents: Nick Remissong
8:00 pm Extended Play Sessions: Season 10 Show 5 - Matt Stubbs Antiguas
9:00 pm MIAA: Girls and Women in Sports

  • Franklin Pride TV - Our Educational Channel (Comcast 96, Verizon 28) = MONDAY

8:00 am FHS Girls Varsity Lacrosse: v Mansfield 05-03-23
11:30 am Winning Ways with the MIAA: Referee Shortage 2
12:00 pm FHS Boys Varsity Lacrosse: v Milford 05-14-21
3:30 pm     FHS Chamber Music 2023
6:00 pm Pickleball Tournament: Pickleball Tournament
7:00 pm      Planning Board: LIVE, 3rd Fl TRAINING RM  853 0743 1405 

  • Franklin Town Hall TV - Our Government Channel (Comcast 11, Verizon 29) = MONDAY

8:00 am Planning Board: 04-24-23
12:30 pm OSRP 05-04-23
2:00 pm Planning Board: 04-24-23
7:00 pm      Finance Committee: LIVE, Chambers  862 1637 3155  


Get this week's program guide for Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) online  http://franklin.tv/programguide.pdf  

Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm)
Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm)

Sunday, May 7, 2023

Finance Committee - first of 3 budget hearings - May 8, 2023 at 7 PM

Finance Committee Meeting 
Agenda & Meeting Packet 
Monday, May 8, 2023 = 7:00 PM

Meeting will be held at the Municipal Building 
2nd floor, Council Chambers
355 East Central Street


Agenda

1. Call to Order

2. Public Comments

3. Approval of Minutes
a. December 7, 2022
b. December 7, 2022 - Executive Session
c. January 11, 2023
d. February 8, 2023
4. FY24 Town Administrator Operating Budget Hearing:
FY24 Town Administrator Budget Materials website  ->  https://www.franklinma.gov/town-budget/webforms/fy-24-budget-materials

a. General Government -
i. Departments: 111 Town Council, 123 Town Administrator, 131 Finance Committee, 135
Comptroller, 141 Assessors, 147 Treasurer-Collector, 151 Legal, 152 Human Resources,
155 Information Technology, 161 Town Clerk, 164 Elections & Registration, 176 Appeals Board (ZBA), 177 Planning & Growth Management, 184 Agricultural Commission, 192 Public Properties & Buildings, 196 Central Services.
b. Human Services -
i. Departments: 510 Board of Health, 541 Council on Aging, 543 Veterans Services.
c. Culture & Recreation -
i. Departments: 610 Library, 630 Recreation, 690 Historical Museum, 691 Historical Commission, 695 Cultural Council, 696 Cultural District Committee.
 
d. Debt & Interest -
i. Departments: 710 Debt Service - Principal, 750 Debt Service - Interest.
e. Employee Benefits:
i. Departments: 910 Retirement & Pension, 945 Risk Management (Liability Insurance).
f. Department of Public Works (DPW):
i. Departments: 422 Public Works
ii. Enterprise Funds:
1. 450 Water
2. 440 Sewer
3. 434 Solid Waste
4. 460 Stormwater
5. Future Agenda Items

6. Adjourn

Shared from the Town of Franklin page -> https://www.franklinma.gov/finance-committee/events/417656

Finance Committee - first of 3 budget hearings - May 8, 2023 at 7 PM
Finance Committee - first of 3 budget hearings - May 8, 2023 at 7 PM

Register now for the Lifelong Learning Summer Programs !!!

Looking for something FUN to do this summer?

 

Lifelong Learning is offering STEM, ART, and MUSIC programs for students entering grades 6-9 in the fall. Why not try a class in Forensic Science, Engineering, Technology, Finance, Digital Art, Video Production, or Middle School Glee!

Looking for something for elementary school students? Check out STAR that offers enrichment opportunities for students entering grades K-5.

Check out our website (https://www.franklinlifelonglearning.com/for more information and to register.


Register now for the Lifelong Learning Summer Programs !!!
Register now for the Lifelong Learning Summer Programs !!!

Franklin TV: Writing – for Funsies

Our Senior Scribblers want YOU.

by Pete Fasciano, Executive Director 05/07/2023

Our Franklin Senior Center Writers Group (The Scribblers) seeks new members.

Writing – for Funsies
Writing – for Funsies
You don’t have to pen the next Great American Novel.  
You don’t have to be the next Mark Twain or Papa Hemingway.
None of us would claim to be – yet. But we can aspire.
It could happen.
And if not? That’s okay.

We don’t write for literary fame – or even residuals. We write because we enjoy it. Simple stories? Original musings? Personal memoirs? Poems? An epic yarn?
It’s all good.

Consider joining our group. It’s always loads of fun. No judgements. Just a shared appreciation for the personal joy of creative self- expression and the written word.

The Senior Scribblers meet every week at the Franklin Senior Center. Once a month we head to the Franklin●TV studio to record our radio show/podcast.

Although we meet in person locally, we also use Zoom as our easy remote option. It’s always available for folks to participate in bad weather, or for writers who live elsewhere in the U.S. and want to join our group. We’re wide open to all.

Do you have some stories? We’d love to hear them. Discover your inner scribbler. Feel free to ‘sit in’ on a Wednesday meeting (1 PM); and just get to know the gang.
Franklin Senior Center 
10 Daniel McCahill Street 
Franklin, MA 02038
Call to be added to our Scribblers’ email list.  (508) 520-4945

Thanks for listening to 102.9 wfpr●fm. 
And – as always – thanks for watching.


Get this week's program guide for Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) online  http://franklin.tv/programguide.pdf   

FHS baseball tops Milford 4-1 on Saturday


Baseball = Franklin 4, Mansfield 1. 
WP-Cashin (2.1 inn, 3H, 0R, 0BB & 2Ks). S-Campbell (1inn, 2Ks). Offensively, Lyons (2-4, RBI) DiGiorgio (2-4) Yuknis (2R, BB) T. Bellan (1-2, BB) Cinelli (1-2, R) DePaolo (1-3, RBI) Sidwell (R, 2RBI). 
Next up: Mon. 5/8 Home vs Stoughton(Sr. Night) at 7pm!

FHS Panthers
FHS Panthers

Register for the free "Choose Love" event hosted by the Hockomock Y at Gillette Stadium - May 24

Join us at on Wed, May 24 at 6:30 pm to hear Scarlett Lewis, founder of the Choose Love Movement, share her journey & encourage us all to Choose Love as a response to adversity & challenges. Free event, open to all. Ages 15+.  
Register at https://www.hockymca.org/choose-love-event/
Register for the free "Choose Love" event hosted by the Hockomock Y at Gillette Stadium - May 24
Register for the free "Choose Love" event hosted by the Hockomock Y at Gillette Stadium - May 24


The Choose Love Movement is a global nonprofit providing Character Social Emotional Development programs for communities, schools, homes, and the workplace. This event is sponsored by our YMCA at no cost to the community due to the philanthropic support of our partners and the Y’s commitment to mental well-being. Join us for this important community event. Questions about this event, please email Brynne Kirwan, LCSW at brynnek@hockymca.org. Learn about Scarlett’s journey and her mission to encourage everyone to Choose Love. 

Looking ahead to Franklin's 4th of July Celebration

The schedule for the 4th of July Celebration in Franklin, MA is ready. Mark your calendars! 

Check out all the details on the 4th of July Celebration page ->    https://www.franklin4th.com/

The volunteers organizing this event can use your help in person or with a financial contribution:
When are the wrist band days?  https://www.franklin4th.com/schedule-1
When are the wrist band days?  https://www.franklin4th.com/schedule-1

Is the Blues Festival back? Yes -> https://www.franklin4th.com/blues-festival
Is the Blues Festival back? Yes -> https://www.franklin4th.com/blues-festival

Inclusionary zoning bylaw approved by Town Council in key action at meeting May 3 (audio)

FM #991 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 991 in the series.

The Franklin (MA) Town Council met on Wednesday, May 3, 2023 for their regular meeting and covered a number of items. One of the major achievements was the passage of the inclusionary zoning bylaw. This was one of the action items from the Franklin For All project and a significant accomplishment.

Among the other news worthy items on the agenda were
  • All alcohol license approved for Sierra's Brick Oven Pizza
  • Corporate record license changes for both Longhorn Restaurant and the 99 Restaurant were approved
  • Financial Audit report for FY 2022 reveals a clean report, no actions, no management letter, the Town maintains their AAA rating status
  • Presentation from the Charles River Pollution Control District
  • Update on the long awaited Beaver St interceptor, bids came in below expectations, sewer rates will rise and remain to pay for the 20 year borrowing costs of this major infrastructure project
  • PFAS regulation increases proposed by EPA can cost us significantly. Well 7 is currently offline, more wells may be in jeopardy of shutdown due to increased monitoring. Yet, PFAS is still being made, is a forever chemical and is major concern for future water supply quality and cost thereof



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The full agenda and documents associated with it can be found online ->   https://www.franklinmatters.org/2023/04/franklin-ma-town-council-agenda-for-may.html

Franklin TV's video recording of the meeting is available for replay on YouTube

My notes captured via Twitter can be found in one PDF. 

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Reminder: Franklin Pride 2023 Vendor Sign Up Form

Thanks once again to all vendors who have already signed up to participate in Celebrate with Pride 2023 in Franklin!

The Franklin LGBTQ Alliance is still accepting applications from vendors who wish to participate!

Sign up today!

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The Franklin LGBTQ Alliance was created in 2022 to support, raise awareness of, and build connections within the greater Franklin LGBTQIA+ community.

In support of this mission, the Franklin LGBTQ Alliance will host Celebrate with Pride 2023 in Franklin Town Common on Sunday, June 25, 2023, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.

If you would like to participate as a vendor, please submit the following form by Sunday, May 28, 2023:


More information about Celebrate with Pride 2023 can be found at the top of this form.

If you have any questions, please contact Robin Baidya at <robin.baidya@gmail.com>.

We hope to see you in June!

The Franklin LGBTQ Alliance

Franklin LGBTQ Alliance
Franklin LGBTQ Alliance