In Other News

Expect Delays on Route 140

Starting Tuesday, September 2nd, the Contractor will start the installation of the sewer force main within RT. 140 (West Central Street). The work will be contained within the southbound lane from Burger King to Beaver Street. During this time there will be daily lane closures on RT. 140 from 7am to 4pm. Please use caution when traveling in this area and follow all posted signs.

Franklin Historical Commission to Meet Wednesday Evening

A brief special meeting has been scheduled to review proposed implementations of the Habitat for Humanity conversion of the historic South Meeting House into a single family home. The meeting will be both via phone and in person at 6 pm at the museum.

Trash Delay

Both Franklin and Medway will be having a one-day delay in trash pickup this week due to Labor Day.

Auditor Hits State Ed Department

State Auditor Diana DiZoglio’s Office has released an audit report of the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), reviewing the period from July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2023. Among the audit’s findings is that DESE did not ensure that it received and investigated reports of child abuse and neglect involving licensed educators. Failure to enforce the terms of its memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Department of Children and Families (DCF), establish reliable data-sharing practices, and follow up on incomplete information compromised DESE’s oversight responsibility. DESE failed to fulfill its obligation to investigate supported allegations of abuse or neglect involving licensed educators or applicants. As a result, individuals who pose a risk to student safety could remain in classrooms or educational settings without appropriate review or disciplinary action. The audit also found DESE did not investigate and resolve special education complaints within the federally required 60-day timeframe.