In Other News

Space Mirror Coming to a Night Sky Near You?

Under a bill
passed by the Mass. Senate, this month, known as the ‘Dark Skies Bill,’ S.3145,
An Act to improve outdoor lighting, conserve energy, and increase
dark-sky visibility—legislators spotlighted on outdoor illumination owned by local or state
government, such as streetlamps, as a means for increasing municipal
affordability and supporting the environment. The legislation also takes aim at light pollution, which occurs when
outdoor light fixtures unnecessarily shine up into the sky. However, it may not matter....For years, astronomers
have watched satellites multiply until deep-sky photos without
streaks became almost impossible. Now the FCC has approved something
potentially even worse, according to a report from Spaceweather.com, a giant orbiting mirror that will beam a
full-Moon-bright spotlight down onto the Earth. If the first launch
succeeds, thousands more could follow. The applicant is a California startup called Reflect Orbital.

Improvements Coming to Fatal King Street Intersection

A news report on WJAR-10 discusses the changes already made and under consideration to improve safety at the intersection where Franklin teen, Oliver Lewis, was killed recently.

Medway Honors Athletes

The Medway Select Board has recognized three Medway Public School athletes
who received Honorable Mention accolades in the MetroWest Daily News
'2026 Girls Lacrosse All-Stars' article by Kyle Grabowski.

For the complete story on their incredible season, read the full feature written by Kyle Grabowski in the Metrowest Daily News , 2026 Daily News Girls Lacrosse All-Stars

Congratulations to Eleni Ferdenzi-Weber (Junior), Hailey Mahan (sophomore), Kaitlyn McMahon (sophomore).

Norfolk County DA Race Gets WBZ Attention

Adam Deitch, a former Federal prosecutor who has investigated the Norfolk County DA office and is now running for the job, sat down with Kristina Rex from WBZ to talk about his race and what's
at stake for Norfolk County. You can find the interview here.

If it Looks Like a Duck and Quacks Like a Duck?

Two losing bidders sued the state and the winning developer last week seeking to halt the state's planned 40-year lease for the $2 billion Springfield Regional Justice Center until a judge reviews claims that the procurement violated state law and the project's request for proposal. The Trial Court, working with the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance, provisionally selected a development team that includes politically-connected Massachusetts Convention Center Authority Interim Executive Director John Barros and the husband of U.S. Rep. Ayanna Pressley (often described in the media as "a convicted felon") for the project expected to open in 2030. Apparently no one remembers the Ward Commission or the Boston Common Underground Garage Scandal...

Beaver Street Interceptor Update

Construction Updates ~ Monday, July 20 through Friday, July 24

Beaver Street Lane Closure Alert: Monday (7/20) through Friday (7/24) 7 AM to 4 PM

Starting Monday July 20, through Friday, July 24, the contractor will be working on Beaver Street installing and testing the sewer force main. During this time the following detour will be in place:
Access Details:- Via Rt. 140 only: Access to 242 through 290 Beaver Street, including Franklin Glass, and Franklin Recreation.- Via Grove St. only: Access to all other locations on Beaver Street, including the Town of Franklin Recycling Center, Beaver Street Recreation Area, and businesses on Master Drive.Note that lane and street closures may change as the work progresses so please use caution when traveling in this area and follow all posted signs.
RT. 140 (West Central Street) Lane Closure Alert: Monday (7/20) - Wednesday (7/22) 7 AM to 3 PM
On Monday - Wednesday, 7/20-7/22, a second crew will reinstall sidewalks within RT. 140 (West Central Street). The work will be contained within the southbound lane from Burger King to Beaver Street. During this time, lane closures will occur as needed on this section of RT. 140. Please use caution when traveling in this area and follow all posted signs.