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Big Welcome for Big Y

Local Friends of the Poor ÂŽ to Walk Again

since putting up the location, out of 1,000 applicants.

BY J.D. O’GARA

Sept. 29 Event Raises Funds to Help Needy, All Invited

The parking lot was packed, and at least 200 members of the community stood outside to welcome Franklin’s newest business – Big Y – at 348 East Central St. on August 23. The store hired 200 workers

BY JUDITH O’GARA The calls for help come in to the rectory, and they never know how many there’ll be. One Monday there were six, and the following Friday, five more. The approximately 18 members of the St. Vincent de Paul Society of St. Mary’s Church, the Vincentians, listen, and they answer each one, in person.

They decide how best to help – and they give it, without hesitation.

“We think Eastern Mass. is a great growth opportunity for us,� says Big Y President and CEO Charles D’Amour, who points out that, impressed with town growth, Big Y chose Franklin over other

What it’s about, says Helen Brunelle, President of the St. Vincent de Paul Society in Franklin, is “friendship, to go in with a listening heart and not being judgmental at all. Just show that you care. We grow spiritually by doing what we can to help those who are going Helen Brunelle, President of the St. Mary’s Conference of the Society of through a difficult time.�

St. Vincent de Paul, is shown with some of the school-supply-filled back-

On Saturday, September 29th, for packs donated in their back-to-school drive. The St. Mary’s conference will join others nationwide on September 29th to host a Friends of the Poor WalkŽ, a pledge-driven fundraiser that raises funds to help others HELP THE NEEDY here in Franklin. Society members encourage all members of the comcontinued on page 3 munity to take part and walk for their neighbors.

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the second time, the St. Vincent de Paul Society of Franklin will join other Friends of the Poor throughout the nation in hosting the Local Friends of the Poor ® Walk. This national effort raises significant funds for individuals and families who need assistance.

Last year in Franklin, just 45 walkers together raised over $5,600.

With help from the community, the St. Vincent de Paul Society hopes to surpass that goal this year. Nationwide, the 2011 Walk attracted more than 18,000 participants in more than 200 locations. Walkers raised more than $1.4 million.

Funds raised from the local walks stay in their communities, and there are no administrative fees. Last year, the St. Mary’s Conference received 625 calls for assistance from 215 families who needed help with food, prescriptions, referrals, heat, electric bills, telephone bills, and rent or housing. In fact, the society donated $13,000 for housing alone (including emergency shelter) in the past nine months.

“Each day, people will call the rectory in need of help,” says Brunelle, “with all the necessities of life. At 3 p.m. each day, two of us pick up the calls at the rectory and go out to visit them, in their homes, where they feel comfortable. We might also ask them to come over to the rectory. We respond immediately, to see how we can best serve them.” Most often, says Brunelle, the Vincentians will bring along some food from St. Mary’s food pantry, as, she says, money saved by not having to buy food will help elsewhere. All information is kept private and confidential.

The Society also has other initiatives. On Mother’s Day, Vincentians asked parishioners to donate gift bags filled with a few items, and the group gave these to mothers they had helped and to local shelters in Attleboro and Medway. On Easter, they’ve sent holiday cards with grocery store gift cards, and on Thanksgiving this past year, they gave out 35 boxes of food for dinner. In July, SvDP held a Freedom from Hunger drive, which took in 970 food items, 113 more than last year. One woman from the group also created a jobs packet for those in need of employment, filling it with resume paper, thank you cards and stamps, tips for interviewing and information on local job hunting resources.

Before the start of school, Vincentians hosted a book bag and school supply collection for needy families

Local Town Pages www.franklintownnews.com with school-age children. Last year, 66 book bags were collected for children in Kindergarten through Grade 3.

“Parishioners and people in the community are just incredibly generous,” says Brunelle.

The Walk will be held rain or shine. There is no registration fee and no minimum pledge is required.

Participants collect pledges at the time the pledge is made and turn them in on the day of The Walk.

Online registration is recommended at www.svdpfriendsofthepoorwalk.org, or paper forms may be downloaded from www.stmarysfranklin.org or picked up at the front doors of St. Mary’s Church and rectory. People may also register on the day of The Walk.

Registration for the Friends of the Poor Walk opens at 9 a.m. on September 29th, in Sacred Heart Hall (lower level of St. Mary’s Church) at 1 Church Square. After registering, walkers may begin. The starting line is at the intersection of Church Square and Oak Street. Walkers continue down Oak Street to the top of Iroquois Drive, and then turn back and retrace their footsteps to St. Mary’s. The route is 3 miles, but no minimum distance is required. The Walk ends at 11 a.m. The Knights of Columbus Sacred Heart Council

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“We try to emphasize, all aspects of the community – neighborhoods, colleagues from work – could get together” to walk, says Brunelle, who encourages service organizations, other local faith groups, scouts, companies, schools and community members to join in. The Walk qualifies for community service hours for high school students and for Religious Education students.

“Last year, the kids helped out big time,” says Brunelle. “We were so impressed with the youth of the parish.”

Brunelle says Fr. Brian will offer blessing at 9 o’clock on the morning of the walk, as well as devote the daily Mass on Wednesday, September 26 at 7 a.m. to walkers.

“It was such a pleasant day last year. We all walked away from that walk with such a good feeling” says Brunelle, a former Girl Scout leader who has pushed aside other obligations to focus on this rewarding work, “We’re all in this together.

They’re all our brothers and sisters.”

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Town Councilmen Kelly and Jones Endorse Stolle Matt Kelly and Glenn Jones, two members of Franklin’s local Town Council, have announced their official endorsement of Stolle Singleton for State Representative in the 10th Norfolk District. Stolle, a Franklin resident, is running in the Republican Primary on Thursday, September 6th.

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FPAC Auditions for The Nutcracker this Month The Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC) will hold open auditions for The Nutcracker on Saturday, September 22 and Sunday, September 23. Sunday’s auditions will take place at the Franklin School for the Performing Arts (FSPA), 38 Main Street, Franklin. Auditions on the 22nd will be held at FSPA’s new satellite location in downtown Hudson, located at 14 Main Street in the

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BY JUDITH O’GARA of life experiences that people don’t professionals. normally have at a young age.”

When Raye Lynn Mercer FSPA is also distinctly positioned founded the Franklin School for the “That’s a really nice aspect of our Performing Arts (FSPA) as a piano community and a special bonus to to offer an immersive, interdiscipliteacher 27 years ago, she envi- taking classes here,” says Mercer. nary musical theater experience. sioned a family-oriented environ- “The students support each other. “What makes this school unique is ment of excellence – a center of Mentoring and peer leadership hap- that all aspects of the performing learning that would bring together pen naturally.” The school, says arts are available under one roof,” the performing arts disciplines of Mercer, is full of “positive energy, says Mercer. “We have unparalmusic, dance and drama, with ac- effort and fun.” Our approach to leled performance opportunities for complished faculty, extensive per- teaching the arts allows students at our students.” These include highformance opportunities and a any age or level to find a place at quality productions presented by flexible curriculum suited to indi- FSPA, whether to pursue the arts the Franklin Performing Arts Comvidual students. FSPA, at 38 Main seriously or to take a class just for pany (FPAC), through which professional artists, amateur Street in Franklin, has become all fun. performers and students of the arts of this and more. Indeed, Mercer And children can begin early. The share a collaborative and inspiring did not anticipate what would make Little Music School is an innovative performing experience. Private her most proud of FSPA today: the curriculum developed at FSPA in voice lessons and group classes school's unique, student-centered which children as young as 18 teach students confidence, techcommunity that equips kids with months learn to play the piano. So nique and musicality, while FSPA’s life skills for years to come. unique is this approach that FSPA faculty of accomplished musicians “I think that for all of us on staff, traveled halfway around the world adds first-rate instruction in piano, the life skills component of what this year to introduce LMS, as well strings, woodwinds, brass and perwe do is very important,” says Mer- as musical theater, in Hong Kong. cussion to the mix. The Drama Decer. “FSPA promotes a supportive, Students from both countries ben- partment offers acting and musical but expectation-driven environ- efited from the international expe- theater classes for all ages with ment. I believe that the lessons our rience this summer, when Hong recreational curriculum or college students learn and the values we Kong students came and paired up and career preparation. And while share, emphasizing respect, kind- with FSPA buddies for some cre- FSPA’s classical Ballet Conservaness, motivation, discipline, and ative programming and a little tory provides pre-professional leadership make our school a great sightseeing. “It was a terrific expe- training and performance experichoice for extracurricular activities rience for kids on both sides of the ences, the school’s wide-ranging and for many, a very special place program,” says Mercer. dance curriculum encourages other to grow up.” Some students begin FSPA has long given its students students to select from an extensive at FSPA as very young children and a wider view of the world. In 1998, roster of classes in ballet, tap, jazz, are involved until they receive a the school began bringing its pre- modern, lyrical and hip-hop. This diploma at the school’s annual mier youth ensemble, Electric fall students will have the opportucommencement for the senior Youth, to Europe. Backed by an 8- nity to build their own program and class. piece band of Boston-area musi- become a part of FSPA’s exciting Along with this personal growth cians, the ensemble returned to new program called Project Dance. comes lifelong friendship.

Austria and Italy this past summer “Rather than competing in dance, for the 9th European concert tour, we focus on technique, artistry and FSPA Alum Catherine Weiss, has which included a Fourth of July performance,” says Mercer. “Pro“done it all” at the school over 11 performance at Aviano Air Force ject Dance is a way that we can proyears, taking dance and voice lesBase. Additionally, each year, vide a complete dance experience sons and traveling to both Disney FSPA student ensembles entertain with a flexible curriculum.” and Europe with special ensembles.

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Franklin School for the Performing Arts (FSPA) Director Raye Lynn Mercer is pictured with lead performers from both younger and older casts of FSPA’s SummerStage presentations of You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown.

SummerStage is a two-week theater program culminating in all-student musical productions.

FSPA will bring its energy, enthusiasm and excellence to downtown Hudson this fall, expanding to a new satellite location in the historic Odd Fellows Building. The new location will expand FSPA’s reach to 75 towns from the 50 communities currently represented by FSPA’s enrollment in Franklin.

Mercer emphasizes, however, that the school will maintain its familyfocused atmosphere.

“It isn’t just a place to take singing and dancing and acting lessons,” says the director. “What I’m most proud of is the community we have built around the arts at FSPA. The culture and family-oriented environment are special.” Weiss agrees that the skills she’s developed over the years will always aid her in whatever pursuit she chooses.

“You learn a lot of great presentation skills, organizational skills, and time management,” says Weiss.

“We teach the performing arts, but we also impart life skills here,” says Mercer, “and whether or not students pursue the arts for college or career, they leave here having developed poise, self-confidence and an ability to communicate and express themselves. These are all life skills that resonate in any career.

Our students leave here, I think, better people.”

To find out more about the Franklin School for the Performing Arts, located at 38 Main Street in Franklin and at 14 Main St. in Hudson, visit www.fspaonline.com or call (508) 528-8668.

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September 4 Mother Goose on the Loose: 10:30 a.m., Franklin Public Library, Early Literacy awareness through stories, songs and rhymes, for ages 0-2. No registration required.

September 5 Franklin Art Association Meeting, 6:30-9 p.m., Franklin Senior Center, 10 Daniel McCahill St., features painting demonstration by multi-media artist Sally Dean. Free and open to public. Contact faasecretary@gmail.com or visit www.franklinart.org to learn more.

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September 6 Franklin Republican Town Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m.

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September 8 Franklin School for the Performing Arts (FSPA) open house, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., 38 Main St., Community invited to tour facility and learn about programs in music, dance and drama, both for recreational interest or serious study.

Fall Classes begin Sept. 10. Registration ongoing. Call (508) 5288668 or visit www.fspaonline.com.

September 10 Franklin Democratic Town Committee Meeting, 7 p.m.

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September 13 Story & Craft: 10:30 a.m., Franklin Public Library, Stories, songs, and crafts for 4 and 5-yearolds. (On their own) September 15 An Evening with Tom Rush, 8 p.m., Circle of Friends Coffeehouse, First Universalist Society Meetinghouse, 262 Chestnut St, Franklin, tickets $35; visit www.circlefolk.org.

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September 20 Story & Craft: 10:30 a.m., Franklin Public Library, Stories, songs, and crafts for 4 and 5-yearolds. (On their own).

September 23 3rd Annual Art & Garden Show, sponsored by Attleboro Garden Club, Country Gardens, 12:303:30 p.m., 339 Tremont St., Rehoboth. Features 17 outstanding NE artists. Free and open to public.

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September 27 Story & Craft: 10:30 a.m., Franklin Public Library, Stories, songs, and crafts for 4 and 5-yearolds. (On their own).

September 29 Friends of the Poor Walk, 9 a.m.

– 11 a.m., St. Mary’s Parish at intersection of Church Square and Oak St., sponsored by Society of St. Vincent de Paul. All welcome.

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September 30 Harvest Festival, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m., Franklin Downtown Partnership event located on Main, East Central and West Central Streets, features crafters, community groups, expanded children’s area, D.J., live entertainment, food, fire station open house, historical museum tours and promotions by local businesses.

September 26 Terrific Twos, 10 a.m., Franklin Public Library, with stories, songs,

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Register Your Child for Fall Sport Leagues at the Hockomock Area YMCA Lasting Memories and Skill Development Available for Youth, Ages 3-9 The Bernon Family Branch of the Hockomock Area YMCA is currently accepting registrations for its Fall Youth Soccer and TBall Leagues. The season will begin Saturday, September 15th, with spots available for children ages 3-9 years old. The first three weeks are devoted to practice and the last five weeks to playing games (all games will be held on Saturdays). The league is open to players of all levels.

The Soccer and T-Ball Leagues are among the YMCA’s most popular youth sports leagues.

The leagues focus primarily on skill development, sportsmanship and fun! Emphasis will be placed on basic skills for each sport, teamwork, and a great time for all. The first three weeks of practices are developed to meet the needs of each age group and to best advance their skills in a healthy way. For the following five weeks, children

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On June 10, 2006 our son Alex was killed while crossing Route 109 on his bicycle in Medway, MA. We established The Alexander Handy Memorial and Scholarship Foundation in honor of him. We assist the community through youth safety and scholastics. Through foundation projects and sponsorships we encourage our youth to be aware of what can happen as pedestrians, as riders of bikes, and drivers of cars, if you are careless or not prepared for a situation. Visit www.projectalex.net for more information.

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Franklin Police Join in Nationwide Crackdown on Impaired Driving Chief Stephan H. Semerjian announced that the Franklin Police Department will join 128 other law enforcement agencies statewide in support of an intensive crackdown on impaired driving through September 3 as part of the national Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over mobilization, funded by a federal grant administered

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“Our message is simple and unwavering: if we find you driving impaired, we will arrest you. No exceptions,” said Lynch. Even if you beat the odds and manage to walk away from an impaired driving crash alive, the trauma and financial costs of a crash or an arrest for driving while impaired can still destroy your life.”

September 1, 2012

A Show for Art & Garden Lovers On Sunday, September 23, 2012 many area artists will join with the Attleboro Garden Club for the 3rd Annual Art & Garden Show at Country Gardens, 339 Tremont Street in Rehoboth from 12:30-3:30 p.m. This is a rain or shine event which is free & open to the public.

The show will host 17 outstanding New England artist including Polo Barrera, Chris Cahoon, TA Charron, Adele Corrigan, Ann Gorbett, Katherine Honey, Ellen Little, Donna MacLure, Ben Macomber, Debra Marquis, Lee Miller, Michele Poirier-Mozzone , Ka-

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communities. D’Amour’s uncle, a root salesman, began the business in 1936, during the Great Depression. In fact, as part of the opening festivities, which included a live musical performance, a 1936 Ford embossed with the Big Y logo graced the parking lot.

The ceremony began with a salute to the flag and a beautiful rendering of our National Anthem, attended by members of local V.F.W. Post 3402. State and community officials were on hand, including speakers Gail Huff, wife of Senator Scott Brown, Lisa Nelson, aid to Congressman Jim McGovern and Franklin’s Town Council Chair Robert Vallee. Specially invited and in attendance as well was Franklin School Superintendent Maureen Sabolinski and a representative of each school in

work for fellow employees in need, a big part of that pledge is support to local schools. Big Y boasts supporting 2,000 area schools with an overall $13 million in educational equipment through its Education Express program.

Introduced at the event was Big Y’s Franklin store director, Jim Wilson, who has been in the supermarket industry for over 27 years.

Wilson is pleased with his experience in Franklin so far.

“The employees have been phenomenal,” says Wilson, who got to know them during their twomonth training program. Wilson was also heartened by the enthusiasm of the community. “We opened at 7 a.m.,” he says, “and we had people waiting outside at 6:30.”

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The opening of Franklin’s new Big Y drew over 200 members of the community. The welcoming was concluded with a cake-cutting ceremony.

The Big Y President pointed out that the store considers itself a “World Class Market,” and does everything it can to live up to the name, with an International Food Court offering hand tossed fresh pizza, fried and rotisserie chicken and pot pies, as well as sandwiches. The store also purchased 4,625,000 pounds of native produce from local farmers last year.

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Living Healthy Corneal Transplantation

BY ROGER M. KALDAWY, M.D. A cornea transplant is a surgical procedure to replace part of the cornea with corneal tissue from a donor. The cornea is the transparent, dome-shaped, window surface of the eye that accounts for a large part of the eye's focusing power. This surgery can restore vision, reduce pain and improve the appearance of a damaged or diseased cornea. Also called keratoplasty, a transplant is typically performed as an outpatient procedure.

Corneal transplants are very common in the United States; about 40,000 are performed each year. The chances of success of this operation have risen dramatically because of technological advances, such as less irritating sutures, or threads, which are often finer than a human hair; and the surgical microscope. Corneal transplantation has restored sight to many, who a generation ago

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Most cornea transplant procedures are successful., but cornea transplant carries a small risk of complications, such as rejection of the donor cornea.

A number of conditions can be treated with a cornea transplant, including: A cornea that bulges outward (keratoconus), thinning of the cornea, cornea scarring caused by infection or injury, clouding of the cornea, swelling of the cornea, corneal ulcers, including those caused by infections and complications caused by previous eye surgery.

Cornea transplant is a relatively safe procedure. Still, a cornea transplant does carry a small risk of serious complications, such as: Eye infection, increased risk of clouding of the eye's lens (cataracts), pressure increase within the eyeball (glaucoma),

problems with the stitches used to secure the donor cornea and rejection of the donor cornea. In the latter, the body's immune system may mistakenly attack the donor cornea. This requires treatment and sometimes another cornea transplant.

Most corneas used in cornea transplants come from deceased donors. Unlike with other organs, such as livers and kidneys, people needing cornea transplants generally don't have to endure long waits. That's because nearly all people can donate their corneas after they die, so more corneas are available for transplant compared with other organs. The surgery itself is performed under local or general anesthesia. Different types of transplantation exist: During the most common type (penetrating keratoplasty), the surgeon cuts through the entire thickness of the abnormal or diseased cornea to remove a small button-sized disc of corneal tissue. The donor cornea, cut to fit, is placed in the opening. The surgeon then uses a fine thread to

stitch the new cornea into place.

The stitches may be removed at a later visit. With some types of cornea problems, a full-thickness cornea transplant isn't always the best treatment. Partial-thickness, lamellar or DSEK transplants may be used in certain situations.

The newest type of transplant surgery (DSEK) includes replacing the innermost layer of the cornea's five layers. A small incision is made in the side of the eyeball to allow for removal of the diseased cornea's inner layer without damaging the outer layers. A donor graft replaces the removed portion. With this delicate procedure, fewer stitches are used, healing is quick and vision is much better.

Once the cornea transplant is completed, patients can expect to receive eye drops and, occasionally, oral medications immediately after cornea transplant and continuing during the recovery to help control infection, swelling and pain. Most people who receive a cornea transplant will have their vision at least partially restored. But what to expect after

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Living Healthy The Pieces of a Great Workout

BY DEVIN GRAY, CSCS Over the past few years, the fitness industry has made some great strides towards creating better and more effective workouts. The approach is shifting from simply looking great to improving quality of life in multiple aspects. Your joints should move more smoothly and with a better range of motion. You should feel energized and somehow 'lighter'. And if a program has been written well, you should have improved posture and flexibility. This article will list and explain what I consider to be the pieces of an excellent workout.

The first component of a great workout is a relatively new technique called foam rolling. Also called self myofascial release or SMR, foam rolling is a fancy way of saying self-massage. If you've seen people literally rolling back and forth over white or black foam tubes, then you've witnessed foam rolling.

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surrounds it. I foam roll daily and before every single workout that I do. It has immediately improved the squat range of motion of several of my clients and is a key component of a warm up.

Second, every workout should include a dynamic warm up. While the old standby of jogging for 5-10 minutes, doing jumping jacks, pushups, and light stretching is better than nothing, it's certainly fallen behind the times. I write warm ups based on several factors. First, the warm up must cause a light sweat. This brings blood from the organs to muscles and makes them more pliable. Second, I focus on mobility in three

areas: the upper back or thoracic spine, the hips, and the ankles. These three areas are critical for healthy movement and tend to be the most restricted. Third, I perform easy variations of the movements in the workout ahead. If my client is bench pressing, then they will perform light pushups. A warm up with foam rolling should take no longer than 15 minutes. This also applies to cardio!

Third, every workout program should include strength training.

Strength training needs to have definite goals and a way of measuring progress. If you have been performing the same routine with the same weight for the same reps for months,

you simply won't see results. I vary my routines and those of my clients every 3-4 weeks for best results. One of my favorite tips is to to keep a log sheet where you write down the weight used, difficulty of the workout, and how you felt during and afterward.

Fourth, some type of cardiovascular training is needed. This can range from slow, steady activities like walking to intense conditioning, such as burpee ladders, sprints, or sled dragging variations. Cardiovascular training should match your goals as well as fitness level. Cardiovascular training should generally be performed after weight training if fat loss is the primary goal. I often include miniature bouts of cardio in my workouts at the end as a 'finisher', where I'll perform intense movements for 4-5 minutes to increase my metabolism.

Page 13 Finally, a program should have a flexibility plan and a way of improving behavior. I see my clients for 13 hours a week, out of a possible 168 hours. To see results, you must work equally hard outside of the gym.

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Living Healthy Focusing on Student’s Abilities – Back to School Tips I had a great time watching the London Olympics this summer and got teary-eyed every time I heard the national anthem and saw the flag raised above our gold medalists. But, my favorite Olympian by far was not an American. It was Oscar Pistorious, the South African “Bladerunner,� who captured my heart this summer when he said, "You're not disabled by the disabilities you have, you are able by the abilities you have." Oscar is a double-amputee who competed at the London Olympics this summer after a prolonged battle to be able to compete there.

He is a many-time gold medalist at the Paralympics and will continue to compete in those games.

This year was his first time competing at the Olympics against what some call his “able-bodied� peers.

Oscar’s statement resonated with me, because I am often con-

sulted by parents whose children have been diagnosed with learning disabilities. So many parents have expressed their feelings of being overwhelmed when they think of the challenges their kids face. Most of the parents I meet with have children who are on Individual Education Plans or 504 Plans so that they may receive accommodations and services at school. It can be very hard to figure out where to start when your child struggles in school.

Using Oscar’s example of focusing on abilities rather than disabilities, here is my list of “Back to School Do’sâ€?: • Focus on what your child can currently do and how far he or she has come. For some parents, this might mean digging up the Early Intervention Notes or an old evaluation. Take out the old photo albums to jog your memories. You may be pleasantly surprised.

• Introduce yourself to your child’s teacher early on. You don’t have to wait for Curriculum Night or the dreaded phone call.

After you introduce yourself, either via phone or a brief conference, ask your child’s teacher to contact you when something positive happens, as well as when things go wrong. This can go a long way in decreasing the anxiety when you see the school’s number on the caller ID. During that first meeting, be sure to set yourself up as a resource for your child’s teacher. If finances permit, ask if there is anything the teacher needs for the classroom. Also, inquire if the teacher has any questions about your child that you can answer.

This first phone call or meeting can be an opportunity to let the teacher know a few important facts about your child that he or she might not know from your child’s IEP or 504 Plan. For ex-

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Teachers may not always be able to duplicate your solutions at school, but the information could help them figure out a workable solution for school. • If it is not already built in to your child’s IEP or 504 Plan, ask the teacher his or her preferred method of communication. Some teachers do not use email, but prefer a quick phone call or note in your child’s backpack. It is helpful for your child’s instructors to know that your child had a tough morning or is upset because Dad is traveling this week. • If there is a book, article or method that you have found particularly helpful at home, mention it to your child’s instructors.

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• Go in to observe your child’s classroom at the beginning of the year. It allows you to introduce yourself early on as an involved parent. • Always feel free to ask questions. Asking why in a respectful manner when someone proposes a strategy or accommodation for your child is never a bad idea. “I am not familiar with that particular method. Could you tell me more about it?â€? • Finally, ask for a meeting anytime you feel as though there are issues that need to be addressed in person. This can involve convening your child’s whole educational team or a one-on-one conference. Don’t be afraid to ask for a phone conference if you cannot be there in person at the time proposed for the meeting. • Do your best to keep everyone on the same page. If your child sees an outside therapist, it is a good idea to keep the therapist advised of what is going on at school. If the therapist has a particular recommendation for school, have them share it with school personnel. Caveat: be careful when signing releases for school personnel to communicate with your child’s private therapists and doctors. You can always refuse to sign a release. However, the better practice would be to create parameters, such as asking to be conferenced in during the communication between school and the private therapist or limiting communication to written correspondence that you will preview it's sent. You can also ask the school professional to put their concerns in writing for delivery to the outside therapist.

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Living Healthy ABCs of Eye Health

BY GLEN K. GOODMAN, M.D., FACS. CATARACT SURGERY CENTER OF MILFORD, P.C. GOODMAN EYE MEDICAL AND SURGICAL CENTER, PC. As students at all levels, from preschool to postgraduate higher education, begin returning to school at this time of the year, I offer the following "insights" regarding general eye health issues.

1. Most importantly -- eye health begins with prevention.

Specifically, the use of proper eyewear is critically important. I have been involved in the treatment and surgical repair of innumerable ocular sports injuries; serious eye damage from BB guns, pistols and rifles; so many preventable injuries from woodworking, metal-working and autobody shop activities, among others. The take-home message is to always wear appropriate protective eyewear. "Street" glasses are not acceptable as substitutes for sports or industrial safety glasses.

2. Eye exercises cannot alter a person's natural eye prescription.

Whether a child or adult, the inherent focusing characteristics of our eyes are determined by many inherent factors. The degree of nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism present at any one point in a person's life cannot be altered or minimized by any type of exercise program. Similarly, utilizing the

proper eyeglasses to correct the underlying prescription (the refractive error) will not worsen the prescription or make the individual more dependent on his or her eyeglasses.

3. "Because my eyes feel fine and my vision is good, my eyes are therefore healthy." Unfortunately, this is not always the case.

The need for professional eyecare cannot be overstated, despite the lack of symptoms, visual distortions or blurring. Early glaucoma, cataract, retinal disease, diabetes and other systemic conditions often present asymptomatically in the eyes.

4. It is not unusual for children's eyeglass prescriptions to change fairly dramatically in their growing years. Oftentimes, patients or parents are distressed when the school-age child's prescription, typically myopia or nearsightedness, worsens on an annual or even more frequent basis. This is not a sign of any underlying ophthalmic pathology and typically stabilizes over the next several years.

5. Young children with crossed eyes need close ophthalmic care and follow-up. It is a common misconception that a young child with an inward or outwardly crossing eye will simply "outgrow" the muscle problem. Unfortunately, this is not the case. Patching therapy or even surgery often are necessary to correct the eye crossing to maximize the visual potential of the deviated eye.

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6. The answer to all of the following common misconceptions is "no": "Reading in the dark is damaging to your eyes;" "Using eyeglasses that are too weak or too strong can result in permanent eye damage;" "Sitting too close to the television will result in permanent vision changes;""too much computer use will affect the health of your eyes." Eye strain, fatigue, headaches and blurred vision can all result from all of these activities. However, the symptoms clear when the proper eyeglasses are prescribed, and when necessary breaks are taken in the course of prolonged television or computer activities.

7. "I do not need eyeglasses if I wear contact lenses." Not necessarily true. There is always the chance of an infection, scratched cornea or foreign body in the eye which will necessitate the temporary discontinuance of one's contact lenses. In conjunction with point number one above, contact lenses obviously offer absolutely no protection on the sports field or shop class.

8. Over-the-counter eye drops that "get the red out" cannot be used indiscriminately. The "red" is due to an underlying problem that should be properly diagnosed before being treated. Furthermore, the way that these drops work is simply to temporarily constrict the irritated blood vessels, which rebound with greater redness when the drops wear off.

9. Another widespread misconception: Eyes can be transplanted. In 2012, unfortunately, this is not the case. Corneas are routinely successfully transplanted; cataractous lenses are routinely removed and replaced with artificial lens implants; portions of the retina may be successfully removed. However, there is no way to transplant an entire eye, as we currently do not know how to preserve the optic nerve in the course of such a transplantation.

10. Not all serious eye conditions cause symptoms. Glaucoma is the biggest offender - it can cause severe vision loss before the patient actually knows there is a problem.

11. "I am only using the screwdriver, baseball, firecracker, drill press, etc. for a minute. I'll be fine." After 30 years in private ophthalmology practice, I wish I had a dollar for every patient who presented with a severe eye injury who had these same thoughts prior to the injury.

12. Finally, please remember that not all eye doctors are equally trained in all areas. It is a very specialized and sub-specialized part of the body to study and treat.

For example, I do not repair detached retinas and most retinal specialists do not do cataract surgery.

Also, please remember to ask your optometrist or ophthalmologist if he or she is fully board certified. Most practitioners are, but even some in the Milford-Franklin area to this day practice without board certification.

Myself and my staff wish all students the very best as they return to their educational endeavors.

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Tri-County Veggies Grow Franklin Food Pantry Offerings Tri-County students Emily Scannell of Franklin and Jimmy McCarthy of Walpole proudly presented the Franklin Food Pantry with a donation of freshly picked produce on Tuesday, August 7, courtesy of the school’s very own heirloom vegetable garden.

Scannell, a junior, and McCarthy, a sophomore, delivered freshly picked green, purple, banana, and jalapeño peppers, tomatoes, zucchini, cucumbers, and eggplant to Franklin Food Pantry Manager and Director of Operations, Linda Sottile.

“It’s with the support of organizations like Tri-County and local farmers, who offer us fresh produce, that

we are able to offer healthy options to our clients. It’s neighbors helping neighbors,” said Sottile of the donation.

Tuesday’s donation marks the third delivery Tri-County students have made to the Franklin Food Pantry as a result of the bounty from the TriCounty heirloom vegetable garden.

The Tri-County vegetable garden was made possible by a school wide fundraiser organized by members of the Student Council and inspired by a meeting with a representative from National Grid about the benefits of energy conservation. Students raised $2,000 selling Compact Fluorescent Light bulbs (CFL’s) and advanced

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Tri-County Environmental Science Teacher and TC Green Club Advisor, Nancy Sibilia and Culinary Arts Instructor and Student Council Advisor, Nancy Haney volunteered as the Garden Coordinators. Peter Hefele, a Tri-County English Teacher, stepped forward to donate the heirloom vegetables for planting, and herbs for planting were donated by Special Education Teacher, Jane Baldi and Adult Cosmetology Instructor, Barbara Perron.

During May and June, the garden was prepared and planted in earth boxes around the back of the school building through the cooperative efforts of students in the Facilities Management Career Program, Culinary Arts Career Program, Grade 12 Environmental Science classes, and members of the Student Council and TC Green Club.

During the summer, Sibilia, Haney, and Lynn Wencus, Secretary to the Vocational Director, took turns tending and watering the garden daily with the help of Tri-County students Scannell and McCarthy, as well as sophomore Sean Duren of North Attleboro, juniors Katherine Cornell of North Attleboro, Joseph Galligan of Medway and Jack Greene of Wal-

Tri-County students Emily Scannell of Franklin and Jimmy McCarthy of Walpole present Linda Sottile (center), Franklin Food Pantry Manager and Director of Operations, with fresh produce from the Tri-County heirloom vegetable garden.

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Tri-County RVTHS was honored with a 2012 Secretary’s Award for Excellence in Energy and Environmental Education at the Massachusetts State House in May, which recognizes schools, teachers, and students involved in school-based programs that promote environmental and energy education. Tri-County re-

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Come Join The Fun! The 10th annual Franklin Harvest Festival will be held on Sunday, September 30, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event will feature crafters, community groups, an expanded children’s area, a D.J. and live entertainment on several stages, food, a Fire Station Open House, Historical Museum tours, and promotions by local businesses.

“This festival has grown and evolved over the past 10 years into a can’t-miss fall tradition,” says Mary Graff, festival co-chair. “We expect about 5,000 visitors from around MetroWest this year. With over 100 vendors, crafters, food booths, entertainment and dis-

plays, we are proud to offer something for everyone.”

This event, organized by the nonprofit Franklin Downtown Partnership, will span Main, East Central and West Central streets and take place rain or shine.

On Main Street, professional DJ Domenic Cotoia of Music Odyssey Productions will entertain the crowds with a mix of music from Country and Top 40 to Rock and Roll hits throughout the day. A variety of Franklin High School bands will perform on the center island, including the popular jazz group “The Sampson Bunch.”

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Down Main Street, the Franklin School for the Performing Arts will perform You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown on their stage in front of the school. Show times are 11:30 a.m., 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. Following each performance, families are invited to meet the show’s costumed performers and tour the facility.

This year the Children’s Area can be found in the Rockland Trust parking lot. The new centralized location will make it easier for families to explore the entire festival. The Hockomock YMCA has planned favorite activities such as carnival games, face and pumpkin painting, bouncy houses, and dance and karate demonstrations.

“The festival is an opportunity for the YMCA and the Partnership to highlight the Healthy Communities initiative,” says Jeanne Sherlock, festival co-chair. “We will have something for the whole family; a place where kids have an opportunity to play and create and where parents feel supported with healthy food alternatives and fun activities.”

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Across the street the Fire Station will hold an Open House from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Kids are invited to “Touch a Truck” and learn about fire safety. Down the street, the Historical Museum will be open for tours and serving apple cider on the porch.

Bronze Sponsors are Chestnut Dental Associates, Dean Bank, and Keefe Insurance. Friends of the Festival Sponsors are CVS Pharmacy, D.G. Ranieri Real Estate, Franklin Community Cable Access, Franklin Ford, Franklin Yoga & Wellness, and Kindred Transitional Care and Rehabilitation, Franklin. Sponsors will have booths set up in “Sponsorship Row” on Main Street.

As always, food offerings promise to be tempting and delicious.

The FDP food tent on Main Street in front of Dean Bank will offer hot dogs, drinks, and fun snacks.

A little farther down Main Street in the Berry Insurance lot visitors can find burgers, sausages and peppers, chicken, lemonade and more. The Farmer’s Market will offer fresh produce in the children’s area, and local restaurants will be serving food outside their establishments.

As part of the children's area, Franklin Ford plans a "Ford at Your Fingertips" interactive display to demonstrate Ford's cuttingedge "My Touch" technology in their new vehicles.

“We are very excited about the level of support we are receiving from local businesses,” says Downtown Partnership Executive Director Lisa Piana. “Established companies and new businesses alike are helping us showcase downtown Franklin and illustrate the strength of our community.”

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The Franklin Downtown Partnership is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization made up of over 160 businesses, community leaders and residents working to revitalize downtown Franklin. The Partnership relies on donations and sponsorship to fund events like the Harvest Festival as well as downtown improvement projects like beautification efforts and greenspace projects. For more information please contact Executive Director Lisa Piana at (774) 571-3109 or downtown.franklin@yahoo.com , or visit the FDP website, Franklindowntownpartnership.org.

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Get Ready for the Biggest Block Party in Town!

Franklin Harvest Festival September 30, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

BY J.D. O’GARA This year promises to be the biggest and best Franklin Harvest Festival to be held on Sunday, September 30, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The 10th annual rain or shine event, organized by the non-profit Franklin Downtown Partnership, will span Main, East Central and West Central Streets. It will feature crafters, community groups, an expanded children’s area, a D.J. and live entertainment on several stages, food, a Fire Station Open House, Historical Museum tours, and promotions by local businesses.

“No matter where you are in the festival, you’ll be able to catch some sort of entertainment,” says Franklin Downtown Partnership Executive Director Lisa Piana, who has seen the number of visitors to the festival double in the last five years and says the festival has evolved into one of the largest fall festivals in the area. “There will be something for everybody.”

Piana estimates the festival draws between 5,000 to 6,000 from Franklin and surrounding towns.

The event features over 100 vendors, crafters, food booths, entertainment and displays.

On Main Street, professional DJ Domenic Cotoia of Music Odyssey Productions will entertain the crowds with a mix of music from Country and Top 40 to Rock and Roll hits throughout the day.

Cotoia plans to play different genres of music in half-hour intervals.

Piana is excited to highlight a variety of Franklin High School bands on the center island, including the popular jazz group “The Sampson Bunch.”

“We have a lot of local talent, and they’ll have their own space,” she says.

In fact, the Franklin School for the Performing Arts, a big hit at the festival last year, will perform You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown on their stage in front of the school. Show times are 11:30 a.m., 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. Following each performance, families are invited to meet the show’s costumed performers and tour the facility.

This year the Children’s Area can be found in the Rockland Trust parking lot. The new centralized location will make it easier for families to explore the entire festival. The Hockomock YMCA has planned favorite activities such as carnival games, face and pumpkin painting, bouncy houses, and dance and karate demonstrations.

“We used to have it in the town Depot parking lot by Dean Bank,” says Downtown Partnership Executive Director Lisa Piana, “but we moved it up behind Rockland Trust between West Central and Main. The reason for that is we’re really trying to create a block party for the town, to bring children’s games closer to Main Street. We think it will be easier for families to find the children’s area.”

The YMCA will be partnering with festival planners to highlight the Healthy Communities initiative. According to Jeanne Sherlock, festival co-chair. “We will have something for the whole family; a place where kids have an opportunity to play and create and where parents feel supported with healthy food alternatives and fun activities.”

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This year’s Harvest Festival promises several different stages highlighting all kinds of local talent, and something for everyone. Photo courtesy of Lisa Piana.

A fire station open house will once again be part of the ever-growing Franklin Harvest Festival, sponsored by the nonprofit Franklin Downtown Partnership. Photo courtesy of Lisa Piana.

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Franklin Sports Franklin Girls Are Rising to the Pitch

BY JUDITH DORATO O’GARA Just three years ago, in 2009, Franklin’s Girls Softball summer program got started, with a flicker of interest and just three competitive travel teams playing. The girls went back the next year, with four teams, but like the first year, no playoff wins. Enter 2011, interest in the program had ignited to seven teams, five of which went to the playoffs and three of which won the Hockomock League Division Championship. In 2012, the program now boasts 108 girls playing on nine

teams, and most – eight – made it to the playoffs. Four won the Hockomock League Division Championship.

“Franklin has the most teams in the Hockomock Leagues, and we’re enjoying the most success of any town,” says Gail Hamilton, in charge of sponsorships for Franklin Girls Softball summer teams. This summer, Franklin’s overall record was 76-28-2, which reflects 73% in wins. She attributes the success to both the coaches and the girls themselves.

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“The coaches are getting more invested with the seminars they’re going to and the practice drills they’re doing. There’s more coaching staff, and we’re having success at how they’re getting commitment from the girls,” says Hamilton.

Hamilton explains that the commitment the girls make goes beyond practice and play in the summer, as the Spring Recreational teams do.

They train throughout the winter at various indoor facilities around the area.

vision East and Division West, won their championship. The 12U team Franklin Fusion won the Division West Championship, and the 18U Franklin Fusion also finished on top.

Although they might not have taken home the trophies, Franklin’s other summer softball teams didn’t look too shabby, either. The Franklin Fusion 16U team had no other 16U team to play, and they came in just second in the 18U division with the older girls. Almost all of the other

September 1, 2012 Franklin teams finished in 2nd or 3rd place in their divisions.

Tryouts for 2013 Franklin Girls Softball summer teams will take place at the end of September. For more information about specific times, visit their website at www.fgsafastpitch.org.

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Although the Franklin Girls Softball summer teams began as recently as 2009 with just three teams, the program has grown to include 108 girls on nine teams this past summer. Four of those teams, including these two pictured, won championships in their divisions in the Hockomock League.

The skill level of the girls varies, says Hamilton. Teams are divided by age group, and then further by level of skill (A or B). Both 10 and under (10U) teams, called the Franklin Tornadoes, playing in Di-

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Franklin Sports Bertone Key Building Block For Franklin Grid Squad

BY KEN HAMWEY Off-season preparation and intense weight training during the summer should help Nick Bertone become a premier, two-way lineman for Franklin High’s football team this fall.

The 6-foot-1, 215-pound offensive tackle and defensive end has worked diligently after last year’s 4-7 campaign and in the process has added size, strength and quickness that could help coach Brad Sidwell’s Panthers climb over the .500 mark and possibly contend for the Hockomock League crown.

but I knew I could benefit with more work,’’ Bertone said. “My goal as a senior is to make more positive plays and force opposing coaches to tell their players to focus on me. Becoming a Hockomock League all-star isn’t my top priority but I’ll work hard enough so that I’ll be considered as a potential choice.’’

Bertone, who prefers playing defense, enjoys pursuing quarterbacks and enemy ball-carriers.

“I can be more aggressive on defense,’’ he said. “There’s more freedom. Chasing down quarterbacks and halfbacks gets my adrenaline pumping. To be a sound defensive end you have to be quick and the ability to read and react is crucial.’’

Franklin’s outings against Milford, Canton and West Hill (Conn.) gave Panther fans glimpses of Bertone’s potential.

He recovered a fumble against Canton and was credited with eight tackles in the other two games.

Nick Bertone may not be a household name in Hockomock circles, but the focused and relentless lineman no doubt will be a solid asset as Franklin’s football team aims to get back on the winning track.

Bertone, who was overpowered by bigger and quicker linemen last year when he started as a junior, plans to turn the tables this time around and take his game to a higher level.

“I had a decent season last year

“Nick’s a hard-working guy who has strived to be bigger, stronger and quicker,’’ Sidwell said. “His work ethic is excellent, and we’re hoping he can contribute in a big way this season.’’

Franklin has only a pair of twoway starters returning in the line — Bertone and senior Craig Anderson, who plays center, linebacker and end. Bertone is banking on Anderson to have a quality season along with junior Griffin Tighe, who plays defensive tackle.

“Craig is very aggressive and strong,’’ Bertone said. “And, Grif-

fin has speed and quickness to go with his aggressive style. We’re hoping we bounce back this fall and possibly challenge for the league title. We were hurt last year by losing lots of veterans to graduation and being somewhat inexperienced.’’

On offense, Bertone is working to master the techniques needed to excel as a run blocker and a pass blocker.

very capable at calling plays and he’s always got time to talk with his players.’’

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“To succeed as a run blocker it’s imperative to keep your feet driving and don’t allow linebackers to penetrate into your space,’’ Bertone emphasized. “The key to pass blocking is balance and that comes when you learn to plant your feet solidly.’’

Working with Liane Blyn, Franklin’s strength and conditioning coach, has been a plus for Bertone who credits her with “pushing me hard and showing me what’s necessary to get quicker.’’

Bertone’s workout schedule involves 10-15 hours a week.

Adding an inch to his height and 15 pounds over last season could lead Bertone to a collegiate career at a Division 3 school. A good student, he hopes to enroll at Westfield State and major in criminal justice.

“I would go out for football and see what happens,’’ Bertone said.

But, an 11-game schedule at Franklin is first and foremost for Bertone, who would like nothing more than to carve out a successful season, especially for Sidwell, a coach he greatly admires.

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Dean Football Season Starts September 1

Tim Burnett (Narragansett) will be back for another year playing linebacker for Dean.

Last Year Brought New Heights, but Coach Focused on Here & Now

BY CHRISTOPHER TREMBLAY Historically, 2011 was one of the best seasons for the Dean College football team. Although the Franklin team lost its season opener 20-18 to the Naval Academy Prep School, the Bulldogs were able to erase that contest from their minds and went on to win eight straight games, including its first ever bowl game.

Finishing 7-1, Dean captured its fourth Northeast Football Conference (NEFC) in the last five years under head coach Todd Vasey, while compiling a 25-5 conference record in that span. Vasey has led the Bulldogs to seven straight winning seasons and in the process became the only team in NEFC history to win three consecutive championships (2007, 2008 and 2009).

Dean defeated Glendale Community College in the Valley of the Sun Bowl in Phoenix, Arizona with a 26-25 comeback win. The Bulldogs, who had fallen 10-9 to the same Glendale team two years earlier, found themselves in a deep

This year’s squad will include Cumberland, RI’s Trevor Vasey, who is ranked in the top five of junior college quarterbacks and will be in the thick of things to win that position; Quinton Perkins (Leominster MA) one of Massachusetts top receivers and defensive back Fred Taylor (Auburn MA).

hole trailing 25-6 late in the third quarter before they made their run.

Quarterback Jamal Small hit Natick’s Robbie Jackson (6 catches for 73 yards) for a 7-yard touchdown to begin the comeback.

Dean would cut the lead to 25-20 when Aundre Johnson (14 carries for 57 yards) would scamper in from 17-yards out to culminate an 80-yard drive. With just under five minutes remaining on the clock Small would once again march his team down field with 6 passes, including Rodney Whitehead’s dive into the end zone for the lead.

Small was named the MVP with 17 completed passes, 3 for scores.

The win also improved Dean to the number eight ranking in the National Junior College Athletic Association.

On paper, it was a redemption of sorts for Dean fans, but the Coach didn’t really see it in the same manner. “Yes we did lose to this team two years earlier,� said Vasey. “But these were two totally different teams, that’s the way it works

Coach Vasey likes his squad so far, but it’s still early in camp to make a rational assessment.

Despite the success of its 2011-2012 season, Dean College's football team will face its toughest schedule this year, says Coach Todd Vasey.

(with Junior College programs). It was the greatest victory of the school’s history, giving us our highest ranking to date.�

Local athletes that have moved on to continue their football careers from last year’s team are Jackson, who will be playing for the University of Rhode island and tailback Abou Tore from Framingham, who will be taking his talents to Utah State. Defensive Lineman Lance Burlingame will be back at

Dean for his final season, but has already committed to the University of Connecticut for next season.

Returning from last year’s squad to from Massachusetts will be linebacker David Quinn (Sudbury), defensive lineman Cary Guy (Norfolk), kicker Rayon Hall (Randolph), and outside linebackers Will Fleckenstein (Woburn), Alex St Peter (Glouster) and Jeff Balbi (Lawrence). Rhode Island native Jean Charles (Providence) and

“We have a good nucleus coming back from last year’s team, and we’ve done a great job recruiting, but we also will play the toughest schedule in the history of the college this year,� the coach said. “Right now we’re ranked 14th in the country, but that doesn’t really mean anything at this point. The only thing we got going for us right now is our momentum from last year.�

Dean will open the season on Saturday September 1, when they travel to Newport, Rhode Island to take on the Naval Academy Prep School, the only team to install a blemish on the Bulldogs season last fall.

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LaPlaca Excelled On The Gridiron At Franklin And Bowdoin

At Franklin, LaPlaca relied on quickness and versatility. He could run, catch, or throw a football, drive for a basket or pass effectively in basketball, and hit consistently in baseball. Football, however, was where he left an indelible stamp, rushing for 850 yards as a senior and compiling 540 yards receiving. He scored 13 touchdowns his final year as a Panther. On defense, he was No. 2 in tackles and had 9 interceptions.

BY KEN HAMWEY Eric LaPlaca was a three-sport star at Franklin High in the late 1980s, and his football career at Bowdoin College in the early 1990s was one for the record books.

The 5-foot-10, 155-pound LaPlaca was an all-purpose gridder, playing safety and tailback at Franklin. At Bowdoin, he was a starting tailback who also excelled on kickoff and punt returns. He still holds Bowdoin’s record for the longest touchdown run from scrimmage (85

yards) and he’s still the college’s alltime career scoring leader (30 TDs for 180 points).

Awards and honors came quickly for LaPlaca at Bowdoin — he was a NESCAC all-league choice for three years and an All-New England selection twice for his kick returns. “As a junior, I was No. 2 in the country in all-purpose yards,’’ LaPlaca said. “I averaged 218 yards a game. That was memorable, but my top thrill was the 85-yard TD run that beat Trinity, 14-13, my senior

LaPlaca, who was a captain in all three sports his senior year, was a Boston Globe all-scholastic, a Daily News all-star twice and its Offensive Player of the Year.

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Eric LaPlaca’s football prowess earned him athletic awards at Franklin High School, Bowdoin College and even brought him to Italy.

Newton, but later accepted a job as a player-coach in Italy.

A shortstop, LaPlaca hit .350 in his final season at Franklin and remembers an exciting victory over Foxboro. “My dad (Charles) had coached the Foxboro varsity but he eventually left,’’ LaPlaca said. “I faced Foxboro my junior year, when my dad wasn’t coaching, and got a single, double and triple in a big win.’’

“It was a good football league,’’ he said. “We played in Trieste, near Venice. I got $600 a month and was given housing. The stadium had a capacity for about 20,000 fans but we might have drawn about 1,000.

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“Besides the two records I set in college and the all-star recognition, I still remember rushing for 183 yards and scoring 4 TDs against Bates,’’ LaPlaca noted. “Twice I was chosen by the Boston Globe as Player of the Week.’’

“I have no regrets,’’ LaPlaca said. “I loved sports and football was always my favorite. I always tried to be the best I could be and I put my heart and soul into the game. Football taught me preparation and discipline. Real-life lessons were learned.’’

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Congressman Jim McGovern Endorses Jeffrey Roy - MA PACE, IBEW Local 2222, and over 60 town leaders, friends, neighbors, groups, and fellow citizens, have endorsed the Roy campaign. A complete list of the endorsements can be viewed at http://jeffreyroy.com/endorsements/.

"Jeff has strong Democratic values and will be a great representative for the residents of Franklin and Medway," said McGovern. "I have had the opportunity to work with Jeff as a member of the Franklin Town Council, School Committee, and Democratic Town Committee, and know that he will bring his experience and commitment to Beacon Hill."

Congressman Jim McGovern (D-Mass.) has endorsed Jeffrey Roy in his race to be the next State Representative in Franklin and Medway. McGovern represents the 3rd Congressional District, which is made up of 28

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THE PET PAGE Purr-Fect Cat Shelter to Hold 14th PetWalk Annual Event Sept. 16th Benefits Homeless Animals The Purr-fect Cat Shelter will hold the 14th Annual PCS PetWalk (rain or shine) Sunday, Sept.

16, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Norfolk County Agricultural High School, Route 1A, in Walpole.

Bring your friends, family and well-behaved dog for an approximate 3-mile sponsored walk along the wooded paths of the Aggie campus. Walkers may register anytime between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. A shorter, paved route is also available. Participants meeting certain pledge levels will be eligible for prizes. Dogs will receive a bandana (a thank you from the kitties) and a goodie bag from Especially for Pets. After your walk, join us back on the main field for booths, Especially for Pets Doggie Buffet, raffles, demonstrations, games, refreshments, live music and much more!

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Then don’t miss the Purr-fect Pooch contest mid-day at the Canine Capers booth. Ribbons and prizes will be awarded to the top dogs in each category.

Sponsor forms and general PetWalk information can be found at

www.purrfectcatshelter.org. Animal related rescue organizations and businesses interested in a booth can contact us at purrfectcatshelter@yahoo.com or call (508) 533-5855 for availability and more information.

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THE PURR-FECT CAT SHELTER Pet of the Month

You Can Adopt this Beautiful Work of “Artie” Are you looking for a fun-loving, entertaining, adorable feline friend? “Artie” is a very cute, young adult with brown tabby and white markings that was picked up as a stray by our local Animal Control Officer. He was held by the ACO and went unclaimed and was then turned over to the care of the shelter. Artie went to the veterinarian to be tested, neutered and vaccinated and was declared to be in excellent health. Artie is sweet, gentle and playful and should be a great addition to most homes. All cats and kittens are completely vetted and include a microchip prior to adoption. Applications for Artie and other cats available for adoption at the Purr-fect Cat Shelter are available online at www.purrfectcatshelter.org or by calling the message center at (508) 533-5855.

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Dean Bank Scholarships Wayne A. Cottle, President and CEO of Dean Bank, announced today that two $1,000 scholarships have been granted to area students.

Franklin High School Class of 2012 Valedictorian Susan Mullen of Franklin received one $1,000 scholarship; as did Nicholas Allevato of Franklin, a graduate of Tri-County

Regional Vocational Technical High School.

“These scholarships”, two of nine awarded by Dean Bank to local students this past year; “reflect the bank’s continued commitment to helping people reach their goals and dreams by supporting the educational efforts of our area’s young

Mr. Allevato graduated from TriCounty in 2012 and is enrolled at Wentworth Institute of Technology in Boston where he will be studying Computer Science.

Dean College Announces 2012-2013 Theatre & Dance Productions Offers Discount Subscription Ticket Packages Dean College, a school well renowned for their top dance and theatre programs, is pleased to announce eight quality productions for the 2012-2013 academic year. From well known productions such as Romeo & Juliet and Oklahoma! to dance performances such as The Choreographers’ Concert and Dance Cabaret, there is something for everyone to enjoy this season.

All theatrical and dance productions feature the talented students from Dean College under the direction of Dean Faculty and staff

who have immense talent and experience in dance and theatre productions.

The 2012-2013 productions are: Fall 2012: Noises Off (October 10-14) Dance Cabaret (October 26) Oklahoma! (November 14-18) Senior Showcase (December 7) Spring 2013: Choreographers’ Concert (February 22) Romeo & Juliet (February 27-March 3) Godspell (April 3-7) Dance Company (April 25-27, May 3-5)

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Miss Mullen graduated from Franklin High School in 2012.

She will attend Massachusetts Institute of Technology where she plans to major in Engineering.

All performances are reserved seating and it is strongly recommended that tickets be purchased prior to the performance. This season, Dean College is offering subscription packages with steep price discounts when purchasing multiple performances. Shows are held in the Dean College Campus Center located at 109 West Central Street in Franklin either on the Main Stage theatre or in the Guidrey Center.

For tickets and information, email boxoffice@dean.edu , call (508) 541-1605 or visit http://www.dean.edu/performance.

September 1, 2012

Student’s Assistance Center Following a very successful first year, the Student’s Assistance Center at the Franklin Public Library will resume in October and run through May. We are very grateful to all our dedicated and caring volunteers. Students in grades 2-8 can find free homework help in Math, Science, Social Studies, Reading, Language Arts and Study Skills.

Applications and release forms are available at the main desk at the Library.

Children’s Regularly Scheduled Programs Resume in September: Tuesdays: 10:30 a.m.

Mother Goose on the Loose: Early Literacy awareness through

stories, songs and rhymes, for ages 0-2. No registration required.

Wednesdays: Two Programs Terrific Twos with stories, songs, and activities for children who are two years old. 10 a.m.

Time for Tales, with stories, songs and activities for independent 3, 4, and 5 year-olds. (On their own) No registration required.

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Thursdays: Story & Craft: 10:30 a.m., Franklin Public Library, Stories, songs, and crafts for 4 and 5-yearolds. (On their own).

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Franklin’s Coldwell home M A R K E T P L A C E Banker Recognized Housing Market Stabilizing for Outgoing Referrals

BY KATHY STANKARD

Pat Villani, president of (http://www.nemoves.com) Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage New England, recently recognized the Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage office in Franklin for meeting or exceeding its placed outgoing referral goals in the second quarter of 2012.

Re Gibson, sales manager, and Nancy Wheeler, relocation ambassador of the Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Franklin office, were invited to a special reception at The Warren Conference Center & Inn in Ashland, Mass., which was held for Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage offices that

achieved their goals for placed outgoing referrals within the Cartus Broker Network.

The Cartus Broker Network is the leading network of real estate sales associates serving the clients and customers of Cartus. Cartus is the premier provider of global employee relocation solutions serving the corporate, government and affinity markets.

“Re and Nancy do a superb job supporting the company by offering these critical relocation services to consumers,” said Villani.

“We are very proud to have them as part of the Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage team.”

It's been a long time since the U.S. housing market was the bright spot for the economy, but the long decline in home values seems to be ending.

That's the conclusion of FiservCase Shiller's most recent home index reading, which makes the compelling case that the housing crisis is abating after six years and home prices for millions of American homeowners are once again gaining in value. Home prices increased in 40% of 384 metropolitan areas tracked by analysts, and by the first quarter of 2014, analysts expect U.S. home prices to rise, on average, by 5%.

The rising cost of home and apartment rentals is also helping push up home prices. Fiserv says it is now often cheaper to buy a home than rent, and that's causing first-time homebuyers to house hunt and accelerate demand for available homes. The number of homes on the market is beginning to decline, and lower volume creates greater demand among buyers, which boosts home values even more.

The Franklin, Massachusetts area real estate market is in great demand, and there are just not enough homes for the many buyers out there. Well-maintained and properly-priced homes do, in many cases, go under contract within the first few days on the

If Fiserv-Case Shiller is correct, the long road to recovery for U.S. housing won't be immediate-before that 5% rise in home value its analysts are predicting, home prices may depreciate by 1% within the next 12 months.

Rising home values should reignite the real estate market, as more buyers jump off the fence and make an offer for a home before home prices rise any further.

Franklin’s Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage New England was recently recognized for its achievement in outgoing referral goals. (Left to right) Michele Hogan, Pat Villani, Sherri Holleran, Re Gibson, Lori Carreiro, Mariana Sparages, Nancy Wheeler, Cathy Sullivan

Blackstone Valley Young Marines to Hold Sept. Open Houses The Blackstone Valley Young Marines, open to boys aged 8 through high school, will hold three open houses in September, September 6, 13 and 20, from 6:45-8 p.m. at the Army National Guard Headquarters located at 50 Maple St. in Milford.

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market and multiple offers/bidding wars are increasingly common. The market is leveling, and it is no longer a true buyer's market--the real estate market is pretty much balanced between buyers and sellers.

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Kathy Stankard, is a Realtor with Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage. She can be reached at (508) 369-5131 or franklinmahomes@comcast.net.

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Primary Election on September 6 Don’t forget that the primary election is coming up on September 6th. In order to vote in this election, you must be registered to vote by 20 days before the election. Absentee ballots are available at the Town Clerk’s office, and these ballots must be returned by noon the day before the election.

Who’s Running in Franklin: Senator, in Congress: (all precincts) Elizabeth Warren (D) www.elizabethwarren.com Scott P. Brown (R) www.scottbrown.com Representative in Congress: (all precincts) Sean Bielat (R) www.seanforcongress.com Rachel E. Brown http://rachelbrown.net/

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Herb Robinson (D) http://herbrobinson.us David L. Steinhof (R) http://www.davidsteinhof.com/ Councillor: (all precincts) Brian M. Clinton (D) www.electbrianclinton.com Robert L. Jubinville (D) www.votejubinville.com Patrick J. McCabe (D) www.patrickmccabegovernorscouncil.com Earl H. Sholley (R) https://www.facebook.com/pages/ Earl-Sholley/91707284893 Bart Andrew Timilty (D) www.barttimilty.com Senator in General Court (Precincts 1-4, 7) Richard Ross (R) www.voteross.org Senator in General Court (Precincts 5,6,8) Karen Spilka (D) http://karenspilka.com

Representative in General Court, 10th Norfolk District (all precincts) Richard Eustis (R) http://www.richeustis.com/news.ht m John S. Jewell http://www.johnjewell.org/

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