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4-Paws Calling for Volunteers

Making a Difference, One Meal at a Time

By Grace Allen Some people talk the talk, while others walk the walk. Aislynn Rodeghiero would be one of the latter.

In 2003, the Norfolk resident was finishing up her undergraduate degree at Boston College and thought she wanted to be a teacher. Her Jesuit education

challenged her to do something to make the world a better place.

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By Alison Osborne The organization known as 4-Paws Animal Shelter is looking for volunteers to help them meet their long and short term goals in the area.

In 2009, a dedicated group of volunteers came together to raise money to build a no-kill animal shelter in Norfolk County. Circumstances changed over the past several years and the 4-Paws volunteers discovered that to meet their goal they would need to raise over one million dollars. Though they’ve successfully raised over fifty thousand dollars through various fundraisers such as bake sales and antique appraisal nights, the group wanted to more actively assist animals in need.

Building an animal shelter is still the organization’s main goal, but 4-Paws has started reaching out to help community members who might be struggling to take care of their cats, dogs, rabbits, and other small animals.

Eileen Cahoon, the treasurer of the board of directors says, “Just raising money is not enough. It’s still our goal but we wanted to do

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4-Paws is working to lower the number of surrenders in area shelters by helping owners who might otherwise be forced to surrender their pets for financial reasons.

Abandoned or stray animals can then have access to the scarce shelter space. In return, 4-Paws asks that pet owners participate in their fundraisers so they can reach out to more families and help more animals.

The 4-Paws organization helps with emergency medical bills, spaying and neutering costs, and donates pet food on a case by case basis. Cahoon says, “A pet owner loses their job and they’re trying to keep their animals, or they’re elderly and they need help paying their vet bills, whatever it may be, we try to help.”

So far they’ve helped half a dozen families directly with bills and have donated pet food to the Plainville food pantry. At the Wrentham food pantry, there is not a high demand for pet food

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“I totally, totally bought into those ideals even though I am not Catholic,” said Rodeghiero.

Thoughts of becoming a teacher fell by the wayside as she drove through Norwood center on her way to school, however. Rodeghiero had started to notice all the people hanging around the town common, some homeless, others simply down and out.

Wouldn’t it be great, she thought, if there was a local place people could go for a meal and companionship, without judgment?

Armed with the idealism of youth and a supportive mother, Rodeghiero was determined to make it happen. The Abundant Table was born in November of 2003. Rodeghiero was only 22.

The Abundant Table serves twice-weekly free meals to individuals and families in need. The or-

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ganization depends on volunteers to purchase the food, cook the meals, and serve the guests, restaurant-style. In addition, volunteers deliver hot meals to individuals who cannot leave their home because of illness or age, or parents who fear stigma as they struggle to feed their children.

“The delivery is my favorite part of the process. That’s where you really feel that you are doing good, good work,” said Rodeghiero. Oftentimes, the Abundant Table volunteers serve as the only well-being check for house-bound elderly all week. “We really pride ourselves in making that personal connection.”

Initially located in the United Church of Norwood, the Abundant Table is now located in Norwood’s First Congregational Church. Rodeghiero struggled to find a place and had hoped to avoid linking with a church, but she said, “The churches were the ones who opened their doors. I’ll be forever grateful because they got us going.”

According to Rodeghiero, hunger in the suburbs is a “hidden reality.” Guests of the Abundant Table have come from Norwood, Jamaica Plain, Roslindale, Sher-

born, Norfolk, and Wrentham, among other towns. Some are homeless, while some are simply one paycheck away from disaster and have to choose between rent and food.

“What I’ve come to realize is more often than not, some of these folks are college-educated, and that a couple of bumps in the road will take them off the bus,” said Rodeghiero. “To judge these folks and put them in a box and say they are x, y and z is so, so wrong. Terrible, terrible things happen to people.”

Rodeghiero emphasizes that her organization is not a “soup kitchen.” She considers it a meal program and community gathering spot based on respect and kindness, and tries to make her work personal and humane. She and her volunteers sit and talk with their guests, while serving the meals.

“So many people come for the relationships,” said Rodeghiero.

“That is a need, as much as physical hunger.”

When Rodeghiero received her Master’s degree in Social Work from Boston University, several guests of the Abundant Table came to her graduation. “They wanted to be there to support me

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because I was there for them. Just showing up was all they could do, but it meant the world to me.”

The Abundant Table has no restrictions on its guests, other than they must be drug-free and sober.

The organization does not verify income or need.

The Abundant Table has no restrictions on its volunteers, either.

Anyone of any age is welcome to help, from Brownie troops and youth sports teams, to senior citizens. In addition to providing food and serving guests, volunteers have crafted placemats and centerpieces, and music groups have performed during dinner. “I really think no matter who you are or what your strengths are, you can give to the Abundant Table,” said Rodeghiero.

As word of her work has spread, several local restaurants have started providing food, helping to defray costs. For Thanksgiving this year, Wegman’s supermarket will provide the turkeys. Rodeghiero estimates the Abundant Table will serve between 500 and 600 meals for the holiday, and said several Norfolk residents will pitch in to help. With only two ovens at the Abundant Table, she will rely on her network of local cooks to pre-

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pare the turkeys in their homes, which are then picked up by her army of volunteers.

“When everyone does their little part, something beautiful happens,” said Rodeghiero.

Rodeghiero has watched the Abundant Table grow from serving one meal to serving between 50 and 60 each night they are open, plus home deliveries. Her model is taking root in other towns, so now most nights of the week, anyone in need can get a hot meal in the area.

That is especially gratifying to Rodeghiero, who admits the emotional responsibility can be overwhelming. She credits her mother, Norfolk resident Linda Rapciak, for her unwavering support. “My mother’s heart is so big and she has kept me moving forward when I have been tired.”

Adds Rodeghiero, “I have the community behind me. I know there are other people who believe in the mission and will support it and I don’t have to go it alone. The fact that I can do this just keeps my heart beating.”

For more information about volunteering at the Abundant Table, or to donate food items, visit www.abundant-table.org.

Volunteers Needed p u l s e for Town ebrate 5 H CelAnniversary s! r a 0 e Y Committee

By Grace Allen Norfolk will celebrate its 150th anniversary in 2020, and volunteers are needed to start planning the event.

In 1870, Ulysses S. Grant was in the 2nd year of his presidency, the 15th Amendment to the Constitution, which granted African American men the right to vote, became law, and John D. Rockefeller formed Standard Oil, making him the richest man in modern history.

And in 1870, the area previously known as North Wrentham became the town of Norfolk.

This anniversary wouldn’t be the first time Norfolk celebrated a milestone. In 1950, the town held a year-long celebration to commemorate the town’s 100th anniversary. According to Betsy Pyne, Chairman of the Norfolk Historical Commission, many

residents remember the town’s centennial festivities.

“We want to recognize that,” said Pyne, in the plans to mark the next significant milestone in the town.

While a year-long celebration is unlikely, Pyne said initial ideas include clothing items with the town’s seal, as well as a new pictorial history book of Norfolk. In 1950, the town’s Historical Commission published a book titled Norfolk Revisited, so it was logical that the current members create a new book, said Pyne. Norfolk Revisited is still available in the Norfolk Public Library.

Residents interested in helping to plan the 150th anniversary celebration are asked to contact Marian Harrington in the Town Administrator’s office at 508440-2855 or email harrington@ virtualnorfolk.org.

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Antique Appraisal Night An antique appraisal night to benefit 4-Paws Animal Shelter will be held at An Unlikely Story Bookstore and Cafe in Plainville on Friday, November 13 from 7 to 9 p.m.

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but the food pantry will connect families struggling to feed their pets with 4-Paws.

The organization has also reached out to local pet shelters and veterinary hospitals, and has

helped abandoned or found animals with medical costs.

While 4-Paws does not currently work directly with animals, the group still needs “volunteers with new ideas,” according to Cahoon. The organization’s growth and goal to build a no-kill shelter

will only happen if passionate animal lovers volunteer their time and talents.

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Parent Group Hoping to Partner with Area Businesses and Alumni

The King Philip Parent Network is reaching out to area businesses and KP alumni to foster mutually-beneficial relationships in support of the high school and its programs.

According to Jacqueline Volpe, KPPN Chair, local businesses have always played a vital role in the tradition of excellence at KP High School. Business sponsorships have helped make possible the many programs and events orchestrated by the parent group.

This year the parent group is rolling out multi-tiered levels of sponsorship so area businesses can choose a program that works for them.

“KPPN sponsorship is perfect for professionals and business

owners who wish to advertise with the KP community,” said Volpe.

Also new this year, the parent group is encouraging the many area alumni to strengthen their ties with the school by becoming alumni members of the KPPN. Alumni members can volunteer with the group’s All Night Party committee, or fund an enrichment grant or scholarship.

According to Volpe, “The KPPN has been connecting with alumni through social media and is now excited to take that relationship one step further with this program. Last year alumni helped at the All Night Party and it was a win-win for the KPPN, the alumni, and the students. The

party organizers and students appreciated their help, and the alumni had a walk down memory lane and for some, a minireunion.”

Adds Volpe, “The KPPN is the only parent volunteer group at King Philip that serves the entire student body and fills the void for special school needs, in addition to hosting its own events. We hope alumni and area businesses know their involvement can make a difference in the community.”

For more information about volunteering, membership, funding, and sponsorships visit www. kpparentnetwork.org. The King Philip Parent Network is a 501c3 tax exempt public charity.

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Young Performers Variety Show Tickets on Sale Now Tickets for the Norfolk Lions’ 3rd annual Young Performers Variety Show are now on sale. The show will be held on Sunday, November 22 at 6 p.m. at the First Universalist Society Meetinghouse, 262 Chestnut Street in Franklin.

The show promises a great line-up of young performers, ages 8 to 18, who are eager to show their special talents.

All proceeds from this event will benefit Norfolk Lions charities.

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KPHS Honors Commended Students Dr. Lisa Oliveira, principal of King Philip Regional High School, announced that the following students have been named Commended Students in the 2016 National Merit Scholarship Program. A Letter of Commendation from the National Merit Scholarship Corporation, which conducts the program, was presented to these scholastically talented seniors: Isabel M. Allardi Carter A. Ball Michaela R. Downey Jason P. Fitch Ryan M. Guenette Catherine O. Hoye Jason King Ian C. Light William B. Linde Crosby A. MacLean Brenna E. Murphy Justin G. Rohan Garrett T. Schneider Lily H. Winer Nicole J. Zalewski About 34,000 Commended Students throughout the nation are being recognized for their ex-

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King Street Sidewalk is a Milestone

By Barbara Bartholomew Norfolk Historical Commission The Norfolk Department of Public Works is putting the finishing touches on the new sidewalk they constructed on King Street.

The sidewalk runs from Union Street to the King Philip Middle School. This project has been on the drawing board for fifty years. When the KP Middle School was being built in 19651966, a plan was drawn and land taken to widen King Street to sixty feet. The plan included the The price for installing this new sidewalk near the school has been the sacrifice of the character of this old scenic road. As the

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Norfolk resident Anne Marie Battistone and Wrentham resident Mary Hepburn are the recipients of the 2015 Spirit Awards, given annually to distinguished volunteers from the Republican Town Committees of Norfolk County.

The Spirit Awards honor exemplary activism and dedication to electing candidates committed to the ideals and principles of the Republican Party.

The women were recognized at the annual Norfolk County Republican Committee dinner, held on October 15 at Lombardo’s in Randolph, MA. Battistone serves as Secretary for the Norfolk Republican Town Committee, and Hepburn serves as Chair of the Wrentham Town Committee.

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Stilburnin Southern Rock headlines a Local Artist Series concert at 8 p.m. on Friday, November 6. Originally formed in 2002, Stilburnin has played many venues along the east coast, from New Hampshire to Florida. Brought up on Southern music and blues, the five-piece band covers Lynyrd Skynyrd, Molly Hatchett, ZZ Top, Allman Brothers, Marshall Tucker and many more. This hard-working Southern rock tribute band delivers foot-stomping, good time music.

Violinist Irina Fainkichen and pianist Irina Kotlyar present “Tea for Two” on Saturday, November 7 at 4 p.m., featuring classical arrangements of popular North and South American music. Tea service will be available in THE BLACK BOX lobby. Born in St. Petersburg, Russia, Irina Fainkichen received degrees from Rachmaninoff Music College, St. Petersburg State Conservatory, and Rubin Academy of Music in Jerusalem, Israel. She is a busy freelance violinist in the Greater Boston area. Irina was concertmaster of San Francisco’s Russian Chamber Orchestra for many years, appearing as soloist numerous times. She is a member of Cape Cod Symphony Orchestra, assistant concertmaster of Brockton Symphony Orchestra and co-founder of “Flying Hearts” duo. Irina Kotlyar, born in Kharkov, Ukraine, earned her

degrees from Rubin Academy of Music. With Gregory Shifrin, the Kotlyar-Shifrin Piano Duo has performed throughout Israel, Europe and America and has won several prestigious international prizes and awards. This special presentation of THE BLACK BOX Classical Series is sponsored by Middlesex Savings Bank.

THE BLACK BOX Local Artist Series presents a double bill on Friday, November 13 at 8 p.m., featuring The Chick Magnets and Ben Gardner’s Boat.

The Chick Magnets showcases a lineup of veteran players and multi-instrumentalists, featuring bluesy keyboards, saxophone and trombone, plus a healthy commitment to vocal harmonies. Returning to THE BLACK BOX, the acoustic rock band Ben Gardner’s Boat features members Jeff Roy, Don Larsen, Tom Grillo, Pat DeGregorio and Scott Mueller.

On Sunday, November 15, BLACK BOX Jazz presents a Big Band Brunch, featuring the renowned Kenny Hadley Big Band. The critically-acclaimed 16-piece juggernaut, led by drummer Kenny Hadley, boasts masterful musicians with performance ties to Big Band legends Woody Herman, Count Basie, Stan Kenton, Maynard Ferguson, Buddy Rich and more.

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On Friday, November 20 at 7:30 p.m., BLACK BOX Cabaret debuts the inaugural performance of Rising Stars Cabaret.

Presented by the Franklin Performing Arts Company, this special cabaret revue spotlights the vocal talents of promising young area performers. Sponsored by Middlesex Savings Bank, Rising Stars Cabaret is presented in an intimate night-club atmosphere with professional accompaniment.

THE BLACK BOX Children’s Series kicks off its second season at 2 p.m. on Saturday, November 21. Franklin’s Jamie Barrett, singer-songwriter, guitarist and music teacher, is back by popular demand with an engaging mix of family-favorite songs.

The afternoon delivers a fun and interactive program for audiences of all ages. THE BLACK BOX Children’s Series concert is sponsored by Middlesex Savings Bank.

On Friday, November 27 at 7:30 p.m., Electric Youth members past and present rock THE BLACK BOX for the venue’s first-ever EY reunion show!

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Paul Baldassari initially needed some coaxing from his wife Janice Parisi to explore the possibility of joining New England Fat Loss (NEFL). He had tried several national weight loss programs over the past years, all with disappointing results. But Baldassari was open to a solution. Weighing 250 pounds and entering a potentially harmful pre-diabetic stage, he needed the key that would help improve his overall health. The answer came with NEFL. Less than five months into the program, Baldassari lost over 54 pounds, and through the guidance of NEFL Clinical Director Dr. Dirk Johns, developed a healthy diet and lifestyle.

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Baldassari shed 40 pounds and his wife lost 20 pounds.

Although they have completed the formal plan, the Ashland residents continue to implement their improved eating habits. With New England Weight Loss, participants are educated not just on healthy food choices, but also following guidelines designed specifically for their body type and makeup, how to read food labels and how to prepare delicious meals without adding calories.

“The beauty of this program is that you can continue your lifestyle to a point,” Baldassari said. “They teach you simple common sense things and encourage you every day.”

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How to Care For Your Granite Countertops One of the most popular countertop surfaces today is granite, a natural stone. If I had to guess, I would say that 80% of my clients select a granite for the

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Sealing:

Although granite is very hard and durable, it still has some porous qualities to it as it is a natural stone. To protect against spills and stains, it is recommended that you seal your granite countertops every 6-12 months, although many people go years between sealing with no issues. Natural stone sealer can be purchased at any hardware store or big box store. You just need to make sure that the label specifies it is for granite. Sealing is very simple. All you need to do is put a few capfuls of the sealer on your granite, rub it in with a clean cloth, and let it sit for the recommended amount of time noted on the back of the bottle.

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A trick to remember to seal your granite—do it on your birthday and “half birthday.” While sealing your granite countertops may not be the most fun birthday chore, it is a good way to remember to do it!

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While sealing might be a once or twice a year procedure, general cleaning should be done on a regular basis. Dusting should be done often to minimize scratches.

For general cleaning, it is best to use a mild detergent with warm water and a non-abrasive cloth.

(Anything abrasive could tarnish the polished finish of the granite countertops.) The soap you use for your dishes is typically fine. However, stay away from products that contain acids, as they, too, could eat away at the polished finish. Many people ask if it is okay to use Windex. The answer is both yes and no. The key is you must check the label.

If the label says it is safe for granite or natural stone, then Windex away! However, certain Windex (and other glass cleaner) formulas do not say “granite-safe” on the label, so be sure to check before you spritz!

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LIVING HEALTHY Laser Bladeless Cataract Surgery: Facts and Myths By: Roger M. Kaldawy, M.D., Milford Franklin Eye Center Each year, U.S. News and World Report publishes a list of the best Eye Hospitals in America. In 2015, the 5 best rankings are as follows: 1- Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Miami, 2- Wills Eye Hospital in Philadelphia, 3- Wilmer Eye Institute in Baltimore, 4- Our own Mass. Eye and Ear Infirmary in Boston, 5Stein/ Doheney Eye Institute in LA. There are thousands of eye centers in the Nation, and those five were hand-picked by other ophthalmologists for excellence in eye care. What is one of the common denominators between all those state-of-the-art institutions? They ALL offer bladeless laser cataract surgery.

We are honored to have in Boston one of America’s top 5 Eye Hospitals, and the best Eye Hospital in the Northeast: The Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary is a center of excellence training scores of new Ophthalmologists each year and participating in ground breaking research. This fine Boston institution uses not only one but two femtosecond bladeless lasers. In fact, this Boston center teaches femtosecond laser cataract surgery daily to future ophthalmologists, and advertises what it does to the general public on the Infirmary website: http://www. masseyeandear.org/specialties/ ophthalmology/cataract/lasersurgery. Yet, you may read rare, misinformed statements by some practitioners who do not understand or even use this advanced technology attributing false claims to “specialists,” none of whom practices in Boston. Don’t allow those practitioners to take you for a ride: The best Boston specialists have made their voice heard loudly and clearly: They are already performing laser cataract surgery.

The American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS) is an interna-

tional, educational society with more than 9,000 members. Its mission is to advance the art and science of ophthalmic surgery and the knowledge and skills of ophthalmic surgeons. Eric Donnenfeld, MD, the past president of ASCRS, says the clinical benefits of bladeless femtosecond laser cataract surgery are fourfold: 1. The primary incision allows the surgeon to create a uniform and consistent threeplane incision with a self-sealing reverse side cut, which has the potential to reduce the incidence of endophthalmitis. (Eye infections after cataract surgery); 2.

Incisions are more accurate, safer and reproducible; 3. Capsulotomies (Openings in the bag hosting the cataract) are more precise; and 4. the procedure is safer.

There are no eyes like yours, and there is no cataract procedure like customized bladeless laser cataract surgery for your eyes. Bladeless laser cataract surgery is a major advancement in cataract treatment, is FDA approved and embraced by top ophthalmologists here and around the world. Armed with this knowledge, you can now separate myths from clear solid facts.

In addition to producing precise cuts needed for surgery, the laser used in bladeless cataract surgery breaks up and softens the cloudy cataract, so there is less ultrasound needed to remove the cataract. Less ultrasound translates into less energy used inside the eye and clearer corneas, which in turn helps produce better vision the first day after the surgery. This becomes even more critical if you have a weak cornea or a small eye with a dense cataract.

Bladeless laser cataract surgery is not only used to perform delicate incisions with high precision, but it is also, more critically, able to correct corneal astigmatism with the laser, perform the

opening needed in the cloudy lens with reliability and precision and use the same laser to soften the lens and facilitate its removal. This circular opening is one of the most challenging steps for a surgeon to perform with his hands, and the laser makes this part precise and reproducible. The laser advanced bladeless precision and ability to correct astigmatism translates into outcomes that increase the likelihood of seeing well without glasses. When it comes to cataract surgery in 2015, there are different choices and strategies to achieve the best outcome.

Bladeless cataract surgery is all about aiming towards better precision, more safety and excellent outcomes. Is this the best choice for you? This can only be determined during a direct discussion between you and your surgeon.

At Milford Franklin Eye Center, we use one of the 2 femtosecond lasers currently used by Mass Eye and Ear Infirmary – the same laser used by the best of the best. We also offer the laser procedure free to all patients opting for a premium multifocal lens if they have astigmatism. No additional costs and no click fees.

Now those are facts. Furthermore, we perform the procedure in a state-of-the-art center where 65 other Boston surgeons operate and over 2,000 laser cataract procedures have already been performed. We are proud to have been among the first to bring to you the same excellent eye care provided by the best eye institutions around the world… much closer to home.

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LIVING HEALTHY How to Rake Leaves Like a Pro Contributed by Kellie Robinson, PT DPT, Physical Therapy and Sports Rehab, Inc. Fall is a beautiful time of the year and one of the things New Englanders look forward to is the foliage; one thing they don’t look forward to is raking leaves. Some of you have gone out to rake leaves and the next day have developed a strain or injury to your back, shoulders, or wrists.

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Sports Gale’s Aim for KP Boys Soccer — Compete & Succeed

By Ken Hamwey Staff Sports Writer Nick Gale is in his first season as the boys varsity soccer coach at King Philip Regional and the former assistant at Norton High is optimistic his Warriors will become a formidable team in the Hockomock League and be in the mix for its share of tourney berths.

With six games left at Local Town Pages deadline, KP had a 5-7 record, still in contention for a playoff berth but still facing a battle to lock up a slot for postseason play.

“Any new coach always faces a transition period,’’ Gale said.

“But, ours has gone well and I still believe we’ve got a chance to be in the playoffs. We’ve got a young team so what we’ve tried to do this season is teach fundamentals and focus on the details that lead to victories. The key is to be consistently successful and do the small things well.’’

Gale has worked to shorten

his transition period by focusing on three areas — pushing his players in a positive fashion; utilizing teachable moments; and employing patience. “I push the players by motivating them,’’ he said. “Pushing through tough situations is what’s important.

Teachable times are when a player learns a certain aspect and applies it. And, patience involves making mistakes, but not making them twice.’’

Gale’s new team has some strengths — they’re coachable, have good technical skills, they’re athletic and the back-line defense is strong. The team’s youth and its lack of depth, nevertheless, are a concern for the rookie coach. “Youth is good for the future but freshmen and sophomores going up against 18-yearold seniors who are quicker and stronger can create problems,’’ Gale emphasized.

The Warriors, however, have adjusted fairly well to Gale’s style of being both an up-tempo team

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“When you go with a deliberate attack, the purpose is more methodical and the players learn to pass more effectively,’’ said Gale, who played soccer at Attleboro High and Bridgewater State. “If you have the right type of talent, an up-tempo style leads to quick passing and you’re more apt to catch an opponent off-guard and create overloads.’’

Senior captain Joe Kellett, who plays either midfield or center back, is a talented competitor — and Gale is quick to label him “our best overall player.’’

“Joe can play anywhere,’’ Gale noted. “He controls the ball, is an accurate passer and he can shoot and defend. He’s fundamentally sound, rarely making any mistakes.’’

Sophomore striker Tyler Mann is another quality player — the team’s top scorer with four goals. “Tyler is quick and fast,’’ Gale said. “He’s a left-footed shooter who’s tough and very coachable. His soccer skills are also very good.’’

Gale likes KP’s back-line de-

fense which includes junior Cam Mullins and senior Ethan Edney at center back and juniors Ryan Coulter and Colby Koch at outside back.

“Cam is tall, tough and physical,’’ Gale said. “He’s intense and he’s vocal. An aggressive defender, he competes hard and he’s technically sound. Ethan is a good leader who’s tough, skilled and polished. He’s capable at distributing the ball and defending.

Ryan is quick, has endurance, is strong and technically sound.

Colby has ability that’s similar to a midfielder. He’s tough, skilled, and has speed and quickness.’’

Sophomore midfielders Mike Rowe and Larson Keys are young but Gale likes their skills and their high soccer IQ. Another midfielder — freshman Zac White — has been used in a part-time role. Gale is eager for him to gain experience because he’s very coachable and works hard. Soph Connor Mullins also plays midfield and he’s demonstrated a competitive drive, terrific skills and an intelligent style.

“We’ve got lots of youth and that makes our future bright,’’

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he said. “It’s important to give young players time so they gain experience.’’

Gale took the coaching reins from Kip Lewis, who now is an assistant principal at the high school. Lewis’ teams were traditionally tourney-bound squads.

Gale coached youth league teams in Attleboro at the age of 16 and was a travel-team coach at 18. As a sophomore at Bridgewater State, he was coaching a club team in Attleboro.

Seven years ago, in 2008, Gale became a varsity assistant for Eric Greene at Norton High.

He later took the jayvee coaching job at Norton before returning as a varsity assistant. For two years, he was a coach with the New England Revolution Academy Program. Gale was named KP’s head coach in March.

“Kip left me a strong program that’s fundamentally sound,’’ Gale said. “I believe his teams qualified for tourney play six times in seven seasons. His program was ultra-successful.’’

Whether Gale’s first season at KP’s helm results in a tourney berth is still up in the air. But, one thing is certain — at age 27 Nick Gale is well-versed in soccer.

“I like to keep the emphasis on being competitive,’’ he said.

“Winning is important and I don’t like seeing players losing their competitive will. My focus will always be on long-term success and players can grow and mature by winning and also losing matches. A team can lose a match and still be successful.’’

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KP Volleyball Rolls On

By Christopher Tremblay Staff Sports Writer After five years as a JV coach, Kristen Geuss is getting her chance to coach on the big stage as King Philip’s new volleyball coach. However, things are not going to be easy as over the past two seasons the Warriors have captured the Kelly-Rex division of a very tough Hockomock League. In addition to taking home the league title, KP has posted back-to-back 17-3 seasons where they were eliminated both years in the semi-finals.

Midway through the season Geuss has the Warriors playing at a very high level. KP currently sits at 8-2 overall and 6-2 in the Hockomock behind neighboring Franklin.

“We had high expectations coming into the season having a strong reputation and we wanted to keep it going,” the first year coach said. “Half way through the season we’re looking toward the second time around. We lost to Mansfield and Franklin but we’re looking to turning the tide the next time we meet.”

Leading King Philip toward its third straight Hock title are seniors Josie Rowean, Gwen Uyrus, Michela Murray and Molly Citarell. Murray, the team’s libero, is a co-captain with Citarell (defensive specialist) while Rowean and Uyrus are the team’s outside hitters.

“Our back row is definitely strong because of Michela and Molly,” Geuss said. “We are going to rely on Josie and Gwen to lead this team in offensive attacks and thus far they have.

Josie probably has a few more so far, but they both own the position.”

In addition to the four seniors, King Philip is also looking for production from its five juniors and three sophomores. Juniors seeing time will be setter Carly Adams, right side hitter Liz Balduf, defensive specialist Amanda Loewen, middle hitter Emma Lopez and the team’s second setter and defensive specialist Angela Vellante.

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Sophomore middle hitters Amelia Murphy and Sydney Phillips will also see action on a regular basis for the Warriors, while the third sophomore Julianne Rando, a defensive specialist and right side hitter, will be a swing. Rando will practice with the varsity team but will see most of her action on the junior varsity level.

In order to three-peat as well as advance into the Division 1 Central/East Tournament all 12 girls are going to have to give it everything they have each and every time that they step on the court.

“It’s a team effort; we need every single one of the girls from the back to the front to do their job,” the coach said. “Without one girl doing their job the team cannot be successful. We need to rely on them all.”

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I frequently see advisors improperly completing beneficiary designations. Examples: not changing the beneficiary due to divorce or a death, or listing a special needs child or grandchild directly as a beneficiary, rather than a trust FBO (for benefit of), thereby affecting their eligibility for Social Security disability benefits.

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Naming a financial institution as successor executor/ trustee after surviving spouse or instead of surviving spouse. In some cases, this is to the detriment of the spouse and other beneficiaries because large institutions usually follow their fiduciary responsibilities with a less personable approach than another trustee could provide.

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FPAC to Present Trio of Holiday Productions The Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC) will stage three productions this holiday season, featuring Tchaikovsky’s timeless ballet The Nutcracker and the original FPAC musicals, Snow White and the Seven Elves and ’Tis the Season!

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Founded in 1991, the non profit FPAC supports educational arts experiences, quality entertainment and outstanding performance opportunities for professional artists, community performers and students of the arts. With a focus on youth development and a commitment to live music, FPAC celebrates its 25th anniversary this season. Rockland Trust Charitable Foundation is FPAC’s Premier Sponsor and Big Y is the 2015 Holiday Sponsor for The Nutcracker and Snow White and the Seven Elves. For tickets to FPAC holiday performances and for more information, visit www.

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Stony Brook Announces Its November Programming Tiny Trekkers: Saturdays, November 7th and November 21st, from 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Start your weekend off right with a fun and knowledgeable Stony Brook teacher on the trails learning about nature.

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King Philip’s War – A multimedia presentation by author Michael Tougias. Be transported into the heart of the war with Massasoit, the leader of the Wampanoag Indians. Norfolk Public Library, 139 Main St., Norfolk. 7 p.m.

Wrentham Town Meeting – The annual Town Meeting will be held at King Philip Regional High School, 201 Franklin St., Wrentham at 7:30 p.m.

November 7 Bottle and Can Drive – The 4 Paws Animal Shelter is holding a bottle and can drive at the Center School parking lot, located at the traffic light at the intersection of Rt. 140 and 1A in Wrentham center.

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Many of us know that insulation plays a key role in keeping our homes warm in the winter and cool in the summer. But did you know the benefits can go well beyond achieving basic R-value requirements? Quality insulation can provide a number of added benefits that contributes to the comfort, safety and efficiency of a home, including: Sound absorbency — Life is loud, but the right choice of insulation can help reduce noise transfer throughout your home. Insulating between floors and interior walls can help create a peaceful sanctuary in areas of your home, even when life is chaotic.

A safe indoor environment — Good indoor air quality goes a long way toward ensuring personal comfort. Choosing insulation that is water repellant and resistant to mold, mildew, fungi, bacterial growth and rot can help to prevent common issues behind

your walls that may pose serious health and safety concerns and lead to costly repairs. Look to products that will not off-gas or emit harmful VOCs (volatile organic compounds).

Savings — A properly insulated building will be more energy efficient, a benefit that will continue to provide return on investment long after the insulation install is complete. The result is reduced heating and cooling costs, less stress on your furnace and air conditioner (potentially leading to a longer equipment lifespan) and, at the end of day, more money in your pocket.

Fire-resistance — Certain insulations, particularly stone wool insulation products such as Roxul Comfortbatt and Safe ‘n’ Sound, can help buy valuable minutes in the event of a fire, withstanding temperatures of up to 1,177˚C. Non-combustible, this insulation exceeds the limits of most other insulating materials, and it won’t

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