In Other News

50th Reunion of 1974 Franklin Ladybug Kids Coming Saturday -- MIAs Sought

The 50th anniversary of the famous Kennedy School second graders that lobbied the state government to make the ladybug the state’s official insect, is almost here. It is being celebrated on April 20 with a Franklin Downtown Partnership Ladybug Trail Walk that starts at the Franklin Historical Museum and that location is also hosting a Festive 50th
Celebration from 11:30 to 1, including former State Rep. Robert Ficco (who sponsored the legislation), current State Rep Jeff Roy, family members of the teacher that made it all happen, the late Palma Johnson, and of course, the “kids” – all now well into their 50s, and the long-time Principal of the Kennedy School. Some are rumored to be coming from as far as Virginia and Florida for the event but many more still need to be contacted. If you know one or see one, contact Historical Commission Chair, Alan Earls at alan.r.earls@gmail.com

Republicans Activated...in Medway

On Sunday, area Republicans met in Medway to greet US Senate candidate John Deaton. Deaton is aiming to take on Senator Elizabeth Warren in the general election. Both have a background in corporate law; Deaton as a pathbreaking attorney for the crypto market.

...and In Franklin, a Patriot’s Day Kickoff for Bailey

Charles “Chuck” Bailey, a long-time Franklin resident as well as a former Franklin Firefighter, held a campaign kickoff event at Sierra’s on King Street Monday evening. He was joined, above, by his team – State Committeewomen Leanne Harris and Amanda Peterson, wife Annamaria, and Franklin Republican Chair, Dashe Videira. Bailey is running for the state rep seat for the 10th Norfolk District and also used the occasion to generate funds for his candidacy.

A Sunday Motorcycle Crash Stalls I-495 in Franklin.

Just after noon Sunday, New England Fire News reported a motorcycle crash on I-495 southbound in Franklin. A medflight was initially requested but later cancelled.

Franklin PMC Kids Ride Planned for June

‘We hope that you will join us as we raise money for cancer research and treatment at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.

‘The PMC Kids Ride gives us the opportunity to work together with the Franklin community and make a significant impact in the fight against cancer. We have all been touched in some way with someone who has had cancer. This ride gives children an opportunity to feel that they can make a difference. It empowers kids to become part of the Pan-Mass Challenge (PMC) mission of raising money for cancer research and treatment at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute through its Jimmy Fund. This ride also teaches children the value of riding for the benefit of others.

‘PMC supporters Lisa Marchioni and Lisa Cronin will be organizing the ride along with committee members Sharon Baryluk, Nancy Brogan and Heidi Winiker.”

Find more information here.