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Franklin Historical Museum Presents Program on Forgotten Orphanage Near Town Common

From
the early 1940s to the early 1950s, an orphanage, operated by a
Catholic religious order, occupied the Hayward Manor, which had just
recently been sold by its original owners. It was never a large
institution, with no more than a few dozen children at a time housed
there, but it left a deep impression on many of them. Inmates
included children from around the region as well as several from
Franklin itself whose family’s circumstances had made raising children
difficult or impossible. This informal event may include those who
once lived there or family members who can share stories and
recollections as well as a presentation sharing facts and images
about the institution, its origin, and its ultimate fate. The museum is open from 1-4 on Sunday and the
program starts at 1:15. There is no admission charge but donations
are encouraged and appreciated. Contact Alan Earls with questions at
alan.r.earls@gmail.com

West Nile Cometh

According to a report in Milford Patch, Milford residents are being warned after mosquitoes in town tested positive for West Nile virus, prompting officials to schedule targeted spraying to reduce risk and protect public health.

Medway Warns of Email Scam

The Town of Medway was alerted recently that a local business received an email claiming to be from a Town official seeking payment of funds. This email was not prepared or sent by the Town, and a review of the email and web addresses confirmed that it originated from a non-Town source. Out of an abundance of caution, we are alerting the Community today of this SCAM, and urging residents and businesses alike to not respond to any email seeking funds, money or information on behalf of the Town. Town of Medway officials do not use email to seek funds. Please do not respond, and if you should have any questions, please feel free to contact the Town Manager’s office at 508-533-3264 or Medway Police 508-533-3212.

Governor Commends Civilian Bravery

On the 25th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks, Governor Maura Healey today presented the Madeline “Amy” Sweeney Award for Civilian Bravery to Thomas Joseph “TJ” Swenson Jr. for his extraordinary actions to protect others during a shooting on Memorial Drive in Cambridge earlier this year. Governor Healey and Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll presented the award during Massachusetts’ annual September 11 commemoration at the State House. Named in honor of Massachusetts native and American Airlines flight attendant Madeline “Amy” Sweeney, the award recognizes civilians who demonstrate extraordinary courage and put their own safety at risk to help save others in imminent danger.

Galvin Defends Ballot Questions as "Safety Valve"

As lawmakers weigh how to rein in the ballot question process, the state's top election official called it a "safety valve for democracy," and said "you might change some of the procedures, but you shouldn't change the concept." The House passed a bill in July to expand disclosure rules for ballot question campaigns and impose new requirements around paid signature gathering. That version was an expansion of a bill the Senate passed in January to require more public reporting on ballot question fundraising and spending.