In Other News

Shots Fired in Medway

Medway officers responded to a reported assault by firearm at 180 Village Street Sunday  evening. The suspect barricaded himself inside the home after the victim fled upon arrival of our officers. A perimeter was established, mutual aid was called in from the Millis Police Department and the suspect was taken into custody after a standoff. The suspect was removed from the scene. Officers will remain on scene as the investigation is ongoing. There is no active threat at this time.

Five Chiefs!

During last week's Franklin Town Council Meeting, a large number of people were in attendance for  the ceremonies associated with taking on role of Police Chief by (pictured above from left to right)  Jim West and the imminent retirement of Police Chief Thomas J. Lynch. Former Chief Larry Benedetto flew up from Florida and former chiefs Stephen T. Williams and Stephan H. Semerjian were also in attendance.  Benedetto noted that at one time  all worked in the department at the same time.

Flock Cameras to be Discussed by Town Council Wednesday

[From the Town Council Packet] At the November 4th Town Council meeting, Chief of Police TJ Lynch and Deputy Chief of Police Jim West will present on Flock cameras. They will lead a discussion to address community
concerns regarding the cameras' effect on citizens’ privacy and explain how the two cameras assist law enforcement in serving and protecting constituents. The meeting packet contains draft legislation to authorize the Town Administrator to terminate the contract with Flock, resulting in the removal of both Flock cameras in Franklin, should the Council wish to pursue this course of action...]

Beaver Street Interceptor (BSI) Project
Construction Updates ~ Monday, Nov. 2 through Friday, Nov. 6
Beaver St (Rt. 140 to Grove St) Road Closure Alert:
Monday (11/2) through Friday (11/6) 7 AM to 4 PM
Monday (11/2) through Friday (11/6) between 7AM and 4PM, the contractor will work on sewer main installation in the area of 275 Beaver St. During this time, the following detour will be in place and local traffic only will be permitted beyond the road closed signs:
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 work progresses so please use caution when traveling in this area and follow all posted signs.

No Drones After All

Amazon has withdrawn its controversial bid to introduce a drone delivery program in Westborough, according to local lawmakers.  "Tonight Amazon called us to share that they would be withdrawing their application to the Town of Westborough for a drone package delivery launch site," Millbury Sen. Michael Moore and Reps. Hannah Kane of Shrewsbury and Kate Donaghue of Westborough said in a statement Friday evening. "We are extremely pleased and thank Amazon for listening to the overwhelming concerns voiced in making this decision."