12-18-2024 4:52am

In Other News

Alan Earls Editor

Joint Budget
Subcommittee -- Handwringing Aplenty
A lengthy Joint Budget Subcommittee in Franklin, held Tuesday night in the Council Chamber, provided many up-to-date budgetary figures, most of which are still subject to change or not final, along with testimony from Town departments indicating that they are generally operating on a barebones basis. Further cuts, various officials said, would be very disruptive, potentially catastrophic or (in the case of the public safety accounts), potentially dangerous. School needs were also much discussed. And while the word override was only rarely heard, it was clearly on the mind of town and school management as well as the elected and appointed officials participating.. The meeting in its entirety can be viewed here. The town is planning an extensive series of informational events in the new year to acquaint the public with the expected multi-million dollar deficit and potential solutions.

Medway, Franklin
Score State Recycling Funds

The Healey-Driscoll Administration announced Tuesday more than $4 million in Sustainable Materials Recovery Program (SMRP) grants to 285 municipalities and regional solid waste districts, that will help communities maximize their recycling, composting and waste reduction programs. The Franklin Recycling Dividends Program will receive $8,820.00 and the Medway Recycling Dividends Program will receive $9,000.00.

Two More Shopping Days at Franklin Museum Gift Shop

The Friends of the Franklin Historical Museum gift shop reminds everyone that there are pleny of fun smaller (and not so small) items, at the gift shop, open during regular museum hours, 10-1 on Saturday and 1-4 on Sunday. The museum is at 80 West Central Street and admission is Free.

Old Time Seasonal Sing-a-long at Franklin Historical Museum

Sing along with Historical Commission member, pianist, and music educator Randy LaRosa from 1-3 pm on Sunday, witih some seasonal favorites. The museum is at 80 West Central Street and admission is Free.

From Franklin DPW:
Pine St. Closed Wednesday
Please be advised that Pine Street will be closed to thru traffic on Wednesday, 12/18/24, from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The closure will be from Beech Street to Stanwood Drive due to necessary repairs for a service leak at 103 Pine Street. The repair will require the full width of the road.
Water service in the area should remain uninterrupted. However, in the event of an emergency shutdown, residents on Pine Street (Beech to Stanwood), Sunken Meadow Road, and John Edwards Circle may be affected. We appreciate the patience and understanding of residents in the area. The installation of a new water main on Pine Street is a top priority, and we are actively working on securing funding for the project.

Medway Holiday Hours

Medway
Town offices will close at noon on Tuesday, December 24, and be
closed all day on Wednesday, December 25, in observance of the
Christmas holiday.

Franklin Fallen Heroes’ Upcoming Remembrance Ceremonies
In honor of the 45 Franklin Veterans who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the U.S. Armed Forces, remembrance ceremonies are held on the anniversary of their KIA date. The ceremonies are led by members of the American Legion Post 75 and VFW Post 3402 and are held at 9:00 a.m. on the Veterans Memorial Walkway on the Franklin Town Common. Family members, friends and members of the community are all welcome to attend. In the event of inclement weather, the ceremony will be postponed to the following day.