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ALS Has Made Freedom a Luxury for Franklin Man Family Hopes to Raise Funds for Wheelchair-Accessible Van By J.D. O’Gara The simple things are what he misses. Jamie Miller, whose 53-yearold brother, Franklin father of two Terry Nash is battling ALS, is also battling the isolation that accompanies this debilitating, fatal disease. His sister, Jamie, explains that traveling outside the home with his wheelchair is nearly impossible, and although the family has hopes of saving money for a wheelchair-accessible van – or dreams of finding one that someone else may no longer need – the financial strains the disease places on the family make that wish seem unattainable. Terry had to resign from his 18-year position at Boston Market in January of 2014, and although he has help from disability insurance and social security, which cover a portion of what he had earned, necessary medical equipment or home health services are not funded.

Shown here is Terry Nash, of Franklin, with his sister, Jamie Miller. Jamie is hoping to raise funds for Terry, VAN whose life has been curtailed by ALS, to purchase a wheelchair-accessible van, new or used. continued on page 5

Better Late than Never? Franklin Granted Limited Intervention after Late Petition in Exelon Proposal By J.D. O’Gara It’s been on the table for some time now, the proposed expansion of power company Exelon Generation’s facilities in Medway to include two units adjacent to its current 94-acre Summer Street facility in response to an RFP by ISO New England. The proposal, first submitted in March, would be for two units capable of producing 200 megawatts of electricity to meet New England energy needs in times of peak demand. The dual-fueled units would run on either natural gas or ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel. The project was first proposed by Exelon in March, and the town of Medway, the Charles River Watershed Association and the Conservation Law Foundation all filed petitions to intervene in the EFSB hearings at the end of June. Franklin, on December 10, filed a late petition to intervene in the hearings before the Energy Facilities Siting Board. Franklin maintained that notice of the deadline to intervene was sent to

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Franklin’s planning board, not the Town Council, and that the Council was unaware of the scope of potential impacts to Franklin in the areas of air and water use. Franklin argued that it is “substantially and specifically affected by this proceeding” due to Franklin’s proximity to the proposed facility, that Franklin provides drinking water to its residents governed by a 2007 Water Management Act (WMA) permit and that as a resident of the Charles River Basin along with Millis and Medway, a “safe yield” cap exists under WMA regulations and that water usage for the project, if purchased by Millis, would place Millis over its permitted water withdrawal and possibly threaten its ability to sell water to Franklin. Franklin is possibly looking for 300,000 to 500,000 gallons per day of water from Millis, discussing this with Millis as recently as late October. “Franklin cited sale of water by Millis to Exelon affecting their

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SAFE Coalition Holds Forum on Recognizing Addiction Symptoms By J.D. O’Gara

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On Tuesday, December 8, the Franklin SAFE Coalition continued its mission of informing the community with a panel of parents, substance abuse treatment providers, students, and educators. The program was introduced by Jim Derick, SAFE Coalition president, followed by a presentation by Amy Leone, from Community Impact, Inc. In addition to discussing symptoms of substance abuse, the event supplied attendees with informational packets. A panel discussion featuring two gentlemen, Jeff and Derek, who have battled their own addiction and Kathy and Katie, family members of those battling addiction, provided opportunity for candid discussion of issues faced by those dealing with addiction. This group was later joined by Paul Peri, Deputy Principal in Franklin, Kristen Cerce, Director of Health in Franklin Schools, Michael Maestro of Franklin Health Department and Amy Leone, of Community Impact.

Learn to Cope now has a chapter in Franklin. It offers peersupport, education, resources and HOPE for families dealing with addiction and recovery. It meets on Mondays from 7-8:30 p.m. at the First Universalist Society, 262 Chestnut Street, Franklin. According to Kathy Getchell, founder of the group here in town, the group already has about 36 people. For more information visit the website at http://learn2cope.org/, call Kathy Getchell at (774) 8933878, or email kathyg17@verizon. net. If you can’t make Monday night, Community of Hope hosts a family support group, for family members of those struggling with addiction, every Wednesday night in the Milford Regional Medical Center, Hill Building, Woman’s Pavilion, 4th Floor, in Milford. For more information, contact Katie Truitt at (774) 248-4526 or by email at ktruitt3@gmail.com. Also on Wednesday evenings

The SAFE Coalition held a panel discussion on December 8 at Franklin High School designed to help friends and family members recognize symptoms of addiction in their loved ones. For information on the SAFE Coalition, visit visit http://safecoalitionma.com/ or find SAFE Coalition on Facebook.

is the Book Workshop 12-step meeting for recovery. Wednesday evenings, 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Community Impact, 211 Main Street Milford, MA 01757. For more information, contact Meghan Giacomuzzi at (508) 933-4571. Meghan (Katie Truitt’s daughter) is the founder and chair of the Missin’ Matt Foundation and a recovering heroin addict. Healing Hearts has begun meeting on Thursday evenings on the second floor of the Franklin YMCA at 45 Forge Hill Road

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7 p.m. The event is called “Light Up the Sky for Change,” and it will be held to remember those lost to the disease of addiction and for those still struggling. Chinese floating sky lanterns will be available for a $10 registration. Visit www. missinmatt.myevent.com to register or make a donation. To keep apprised of what’s going on with the SAFE Coalition, visit http://safecoalitionma. com/ or find SAFE Coalition on Facebook.

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Are Start Times Too Early for High Schoolers? By J.D. O’Gara A couple months ago, Local Town Pages received a letter to the editor from Franklin resident Diana Taylor. Ms. Taylor argued for following the American Academy of Pediatrics’ recommendation that school start times take place after 8:30 a.m. to reduce the incidence of teen drug use. She cited a number of sources, including The Journal of Weekly Sleep Medicine, the Morbidity and Mortality report and a University of Minnesota study suggesting later start times contribute to poor decision making and accidents among teens. Local Town Pages looked to Franklin School Superintendent Maureen Sabolinski to see whether Franklin Public Schools had ever considered a later start time to the school day. “The school committee took up this debate over the summer,” says Sabolinski, who notes that she has seen as much research that suggests no impact from a later school day start time unless the school day starts at 10 a.m.

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“The issue is very complex,” says Sabolinski, who notes that the community did not offer compelling feedback to make the change. Much of school start time is determined by bus schedules, she says. “Looking at bus transportation, there is gridlock now. It would be worse gridlock with K-8 school and high school all converging at the same time,” she says. The eleven Franklin Public Schools are responsible for bussing 6,500 students. Franklin has looked at the issue in the past, she says. “Franklin looked at this 20 years ago and had a study group on it,” says the Superintendent. “One of the biggest issues in a lot of families, older kids are needed to be there for babysitting, athletic schedules and work schedules. Sabolinski says she believes other issues are contributing to sleep deprivation among students. “We’ve got kids who are texting. We do a lot of online learning and kids are coming on at 1, 2 in the morning,” she says.

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Fundraiser Supports New Hope Group Aims to End Domestic, Sexual Violence New Hope, which exists to end domestic and sexual violence in our communities, is having a fundraiser this month. Its 8th Annual Moonlit Wine, Beer & Food Tasting will take place on Saturday, January 30, 2016, at 7 p.m. at a transformed Briggs Garden & Home, 295 Kelley Boulevard, North Attleboro, MA 02760. Beat the winter blues with an elegant night out to benefit New Hope! Tickets*: $50/person Doors Open @ 7 p.m. *Tickets must be purchased in advance and are available online, in person or by mail. See below for detailsAll proceeds benefit New Hope’s work to end domestic and sexual violence in our communities. Tickets by Mail:

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Tickets in Person: Tickets may be purchased using cash, check or credit cards at New Hope’s office at 140 Park Street in Attleboro between the hours of 9am and 4pm, Monday through Friday. Online Tickets: Tickets may be purchased at https://squareup.com/market/ new-hope-inc-2/wine-beer-andfood-tasting using a credit card. New Hope’s Mission New Hope is a 501 (C) (3) nonprofit organization whose mission is “Ending Domestic and Sexual Violence in Our Community.” While some programs serve only domestic or sexual violence survivors, New

Hope is a dual mission agency which addresses both issues together. Since domestic and sexual violence are often intertwined, our clients benefit from the full spectrum of programs we offer, allowing them to receive domestic and sexual violence services all in one place. New Hope offers a wide range of services which combine crisis intervention, violence prevention, life transition and self-sufficiency opportunities, while promoting behavioral and systemic changes to reduce violence at the individual and community levels. New Hope serves 54 communities and has two offices in central Massachusetts, including Worcester and Milford. Find them at www.new-hope.org or call its 24hour hotline at 1-800-323-HOPE (4673), or email new-hope@newhope.org.

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ability to purchase water from Millis,” says Charles Aspinwall, Millis Town Administrator, “but our discussions have been brief, and Franklin’s DPW Director has told me they are focusing on other supplies, including a new well. Our contact with them over the sale of water has been limited. We told Franklin that they would have to conduct a study, similar to that which Exelon is doing, before we would consider the sale of water to them. The ball is in their court to conduct such a study.” Exelon hired the firm, Kleinfelder, to conduct a feasibility study on the use of the water from Millis, which in mid-December concluded that Millis has an ad-

equate amount of water to supply. Exelon has agreed to pay for a Millis-hired peer review of the findings. The Energy Facilities Siting Board has granted Franklin only limited participation, meaning the town is not a full intervener in the process, said Michael Boynton, Medway Town Administrator. “At the end of the day, they’re not able to appeal, they can’t cross examine,” says Boynton. “Franklin can offer opinion and feedback, but may not appeal the final outcome.” The town of Medway had opposed Franklin’s petition of intervention. “We as the town of Medway had an obligation to protect the town’s legal interest, in the scenario of someone at the last minute trying to intervene and possibly extend the process and

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January 2016 that the proposed project meets all Siting Board requirements. We will continue to provide information as requested, as we have done throughout the permitting process. We’re confident in the design of the project, and that the expansion will minimize impacts on the environment and community.” The Energy Facilities Siting Board’s (EFSB) decision will include any conditions placed on its permit and is anticipated in the Spring of 2016. If approved, Exelon would begin the construction process to be able to offer the additional electrical power in 2018. On December 16, the Franklin Town Council held a closed executive session to discuss the Energy Siting Board’s response to its late petition to intervene. No comment was made available to Local Town Pages. January hearings currently are expected to begin the week of January 11, 2016. To follow some of the proceedings in this case, visit the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs website at http://web1.env.state. ma.us/DPU/FileRoom/dockets/bynumber and enter Docket number EFSB15-01.

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Nash’s family last year began a Go Fund Me page with the hopes of raising funds for this van. “For those of you that know Terry, you know him to be extremely strong, independent and passionate. He has given 110% to everything in life, his job, playing golf, working in the yard, cooking a great meal with his family and even just enjoying ‘the camp. All of these are slowly being taken away due to this debilitating disease,” writes Miller on the Go Fund Me page. Miller will actually be running the Boston Marathon 2016 in support of the ALS Association (www.alsa.org). “He needs to be able, really, to get out of the house. When he needs to get out, he has to use a transport chair. Lifting him in and out of the chair and in and out of the car is just getting too difficult and unsafe,” says Miller. Miller says she asked her brother how family and friends could help Terry get out easily, staying safely

in his chair. When he responded that he would need a wheelchairaccessible van, she responded. “A light bulb went off in my head. We will find you one,” she recalls telling him, “but we have come to find out they are extremely expensive, even to get a used one. And when you have somebody with ALS, obviously they are not working anymore.” Miller says The Ride is available by appointment and useful here and there, but doesn’t allow Terry the “little freedom to be able to leave the house when he wants.” When asked where he would go, Miller says,” It’s really the simple things. He said, ‘maybe just the mall. I would just like to go to the mall and go around the mall.’ Just the simple things that we take for granted are so difficult. That’s kind of where we are.” If you would like to help make the dream of a wheelchair-accessible van a reality for the Nash family, visit https://www.gofundme. com/terry-nash.

First Universalist Rings in the New Year The First Universalist Society in Franklin  is located at 262 Chestnut Street. On December 31st our sanctuary will be a place of candlelight and music for sacred walking meditation - a contemplative way to begin 2016 walking an indoor and outdoor labyrinth. The walk will begin at 5 p.m. with a brief opening ceremony. We invite you and your family to come and participate in this special evening. Come to celebrate your blessings from 2015. Come to think of your goals for 2016. The labyrinth will be open until 7 p.m. There will be soft music and the glow from candles to set the atmosphere. Most walks can be completed in 1/2 hour so plant to arrive before 6:30 p.m. For more info, contact Judy Swaim: jbswaim@verizon.net.

Religious Education, January Classes: PreK-K: Spirit Play, a Montessori-style class which teaches our UU principles and sources of faith through rituals, touchable stories, and individual work choices. Grade 1 and up: Our January-February mixed-age class will be Honoring Mother Earth, an exploration of Native American cultures and traditions. We invite you to travel with us as respectful visitors to these sacred spiritual traditions, as we learn to live in harmony with the Earth and all living beings.

St. Vincent DePaul Monthly Food Collection Jan. 2 & 3 The St. Vincent DePaul Society of St. Mary’s Parish in Franklin will hold their monthly collection on January 2 and 3, 2016 Thanks to your generosity, the pantry shelves have been restocked with food products and paper goods from the November and December collections. This month, we are asking for personal hygiene items such as shampoo, deodorant, tooth-

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Franklin Elks Pet Clinic January 9th The Franklin Lodge of Elks #2136, 1077 Pond Street, Franklin, will hold a pet vaccination clinic for dogs and cats from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, January 9th. Call (508) 695-8797 or text (508) 431-4427 for information and to make an appointment for vaccinations, heartworm tests or deworming. Rhode Island residents and walk-ins are also welcome. All cats must be in carries and dogs must be on leashes. Services will be provided by local, licensed DVM. No Ferrets Please. Proceeds will benefit Bay Path Humane Shelter, 5 Rafferty Road, Hopkinton, MA (508) 435-6938 Shelter@ baypathhumane.org

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Medway & Millis Students Among 65 Tri-County Adams Scholars Sixty-five students from TriCounty Regional Vocational Technical High School were honored on Tuesday, December 1, after receiving the John and Abigail Adams Scholarship for their performance on the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System test. The students were recognized during a celebratory breakfast at the school’s restaurant, Gerry’s Place. The recipients from the Class of 2016 are: Janis Gaudreau, and Timothy Stella, of Attleboro, Brandon Bussaglia, Anthony Calarese, Melyssa Cappuccio, Spencer DrakeUnderkoffler, Haley DuPont, Patrick Fowler, Zachary Knight, Conor McCaffrey, Joel McMorrow, Jason Pisani, William Solares, Nathan Weidman, Kasie Wetherell, Raymond Wilschek, and Nicholas Wotton, of Franklin, Kathryn Vagnini, and Thomas Vagnini, of Medfield, Caleb Joyce-Vorce, and Carlton Perkins, of Medway, Maya Bratsos, and Kevin Kohls, of Millis, Brianna Barfield, Drew Bellavance, Devang Bhatt, Isaia Blanchette, Matthew Bouchard, Jennifer Bow-

Sixty-five students from Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School were honored Tuesday after receiving the John and Abigail Adams Scholarship for their performance on the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System test.

ness, Brianna Chamberlain, Devan Clark, Cori Farrow, Samuel Gingras, Morgan Gould, Benjamin Holyoke, Brendan Jette, Samantha Knox, Griffin Miconi, Jillian Mulcahy, Lucas Mullaney, Taelyn O’Keefe, Nathan Ouellette, Shane Rider, Elizabeth Ryan, Nathaniel Stone, Tyler Thomas, and Kevin Whitney,

of North Attleboro, Dalia Flanagan, of Norfolk, Jordan Bagge, Kenzie Blakely, Laura Covell, Rory Hernandez, Nicholas Hobbs, Nicholas Schickle, and Kyla Williams, of Plainville, Shawn Bowers, and Alexander Fair, of Seekonk, Tyler Bingham, Nicholas Carlin, Nicholas Kehoe, Vincent Quintiliani, and Donald

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The Franklin Art Association will meet Wednesday Jan. 6th from 6:30 to 9 p.m. at the Franklin Senior Center, 10 Daniel McCahill Street. Refreshments and socialization will begin at 6:30. The program will feature well known pastel painter Liz Haywood Sullivan as the demonstrating artist. After a successful career as a graphic and exhibit designer, Liz Haywood-Sullivan turned her artistic focus to fine art and the pastel medium in 1996. A landscape painter based in Marshfield Hills, MA, she finds inspiration for her award-winning paintings wherever she travels and teaches. In 2013, Liz became the President of the International Association of Pastel Societies (IAPS)

and is the IAPS representative to ASTM(American Society of Testing and Materials). She is has been a Signature Member of the Pastel Society of America since 1998, and holds Signature memberships in the Connecticut Pastel Society, and the Pastel Painters Society of Cape Cod. She is also a member of the Salmagundi Club of New York and the Academic Artists Association. Find out more about her at http://www.lizhaywoodsullivan. com. Franklin Art Association meetings are free and opened to the public. For more information visit our web site at www.franklinart.org and face book at www.facebook. com/FranklinArtAssoc

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Regularly Scheduled Tri-County RVTHS Adult Programs at Franklin Cosmetology Program Accepting Public Library Clients Mondays Move Along for ages 0 – 5 years old at 10:30 a.m.

This thirty minute program features music, movement, stories, instruments, and other interactive activities to encourage social skills and promote early literacy. Parents and caregivers are welcome and encouraged to participate. No registration is required. Toddler Playgroup at 11 a.m.

Take a break and enjoy some playtime at this informal morning playgroup. The library will provide toys, music, and books for children who are accompanied by an adult. Connect with other parents and let little ones interact with one another. No registration is required. Krafty Mondays for ages 6 to 12 at 4 p.m.

A new craft offered each week. No registration is required. Weekly programs are as follows: Monday, January 4

Come in and be happy! Join us as we create a “Happiness Jar.” Monday, January 11

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Tuesdays Get Ready for Kindergarten for ages 3 – 5 at 10:30 a.m.

This 45-minute program featuring stories, rhymes, songs, and activities will help prepare your children for preschool and kindergarten. Parents and caregivers should attend with their child. No registration is required. Toddler Playgroup at 11:15 a.m.

Teen Advisory Board – Third Tuesday of the Month For Middle and High School Students Tuesday, January 19 from 6:30-8 p.m.

Wednesdays Terrific Toddlers for ages 18 months to 3 years old at 10:30 a.m.

Enjoy thirty minutes of interactive stories, songs, and activities for families and children from 18 months to age 3. No registration is required. Toddler Playgroup at 11 a.m.

For Students in Grade 2 & Up Wednesday, January 20 from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Improve your reading skills and make a new friend by reading aloud to a therapy dog! Bring your favorite book or pick out one of ours to read. The dogs and their handlers are from Pawsitive Touch and are trained for one-on-one sessions.

Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School’s Adult Cosmetology Program is now accepting client appointments for salon services. First Cuts offers a variety of services at nominal fees, including shampoo and sets, blow-dry services, haircuts, manicures and gel polish. The teaching salon will be open on Thursdays and Fridays from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. through the month of December beginning on Thursday, December 3. Additional days will be added as the school year progresses. “This is a great opportunity for the local community to help our students learn their trade while getting a little pampering in return,” said Marc Koczwara, Di-

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Where does the time go? Our babies have somehow grown into toddlers and preschoolers before our very eyes. They are energetic and curious about everything they encounter. So what’s the next step? An environment that nurtures that adventurous mind, encourages developing independence and promotes a love for learning - an environment like Sunrise Montessori School. Established in Franklin in 2005, Sunrise Montessori School is a nonprofit organization that provides preschool through kindergarten programs to children, ages 2.9 through 6. Director Karen Roeber explains how the philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori is the foundation of the programs offered at Sunrise. Dr. Maria Montessori, a pioneer in early childhood education, observed that children learned best through their own experiences. Montessori schools promote direct, hands-on experiences through the careful setup and preparation of their classrooms, materials and activities. Learning materials are specially

designed and sequenced so that children are introduced initially to basic concepts and then progress, according to their own pace, to more difficult and challenging activities. Karen Roeber further

elaborates, “The children enjoy practical life skills like buttoning, scooping, cutting, and gardening. These activities encourage them to care for themselves as well as their environment. This part of the cur-

riculum builds skills that will stay with them throughout their lives.” Other important curriculum areas include Sensorial, Language, Math, Science, Geography, the Arts and Grace & Courtesy.

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What makes Sunrise different from other preschools? Take a moment to observe in the classrooms and you’ll see something quite remarkable. The children are engaged in activities and social interactions of their own choice. The teachers observe and guide the children throughout the day, periodically presenting a lesson to a small group or working one-on-one to introduce a new concept. What is the result of this type of setting? Children develop concentration, practice fine motor skills, feel joyful and encouraged by their accomplishments and are respectful of each other and their classroom. Parents often sum it up this way - their children love coming to school and can’t wait to explore even further. Ready to take that next step? Call Karen Roeber at (508) 541-8010 to set up a personal tour of the classrooms during the school day or stop by during an open house. Sunrise Montessori School is located at 31Hayward St., Franklin and is easily reached via West Central St (Route 140). Open House events will be held on January 23, 2016 and February 13, 2016 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. See the school’s website for additional information: www. MySunriseMontessori.com

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MA Legislators Urge Study of Tire Crumb Rubber/Rubber Mulch Spilka, Roy and Fernandes Pen Letter to US Consumer Product Safety Commission Massachusetts delegates including Senator Karen Spilka, State Representatives Jeff Roy and John Fernandes have requested the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) regulate interior and exterior use of crumb rubber as a children’s product due to exposure on playground and artificial turf fields. Tire crumb rubber and rubber mulch is used in playgrounds and turf fields across the U.S. The usage began in the 90s as a way to dispose of used tires. Typically, the fields and playgrounds are sold to a city or state with promise of less maintenance and increased playtime, yet the tire derived materials have never been evaluated by the CPSC for exposure risk to users. The delegate’s letter to the CPSC requests analysis to offer concrete conclusions and rec-

ommendations to ensure the safety of children and adults who use crumb rubber and turf fields. Specifically, the delegates requested the CPSC investigate: Identifying potential hazards resulting from ingestion and inhalation of toxins released from crumb rubber during heat spikes and outgassing; • Detecting the existence of known human carcinogens; • Locating the presence of lead and other toxins; • Examining any danger presented by the natural aging and decomposition; and • investigating any potential risks to child or adult users. The delegate’s letter is a result of an October 2015 request by residents from Medway, Franklin and Holliston requesting the Representatives request regulation of tire crumb rubber as a children’s product on the basis

of the use on synthetic turf fields and rubber mulch playgrounds by children. “We thank Senator Spilka and Representatives Roy and Fernandes for their attention and action regarding the use of recycled tires on playing fields and playgrounds,” said Tracy Stewart, Mass Chapter lead of The Safe, Healthy Playing Fields Coalition. “The unique sell-in of this product has bypassed regulation for decades; however, it has become more concerning over the past ten years while over 12,000 turf fields have been installed exposing young people and adults to chemicals within the materials. We hope the CPSC’s response is positive to the request for regulation and furthermore they expedite a thorough analysis to fully understand the risk of crumb rubber and tire derived products on young people and adults.” The CPSC response is pending.

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Special January Programs at Franklin Public Library Adult Coffee and Craft Saturday, January 2nd, 1 p.m.

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Do you need a new piece of jewelry to coordinate with that new outfit? Join us to make a pair of earrings and a bracelet. A selection of beads will be provided along with the necessary bracelet wires and pre-formed earring wires. Please bring a pair of needle nosed pliers of you can!

Silly Science Friday January 15th 3:30 p.m.

Teen /Tween Knit Night Tuesday, January 26th, 6:30-8 p.m. The Tree of Life event was recently held at Milford Regional Medical Center to celebrate the life and care of those patients and families who have been affected by cancer. The event is an annual tradition for Milford residents. (left to right) Lisa Alajajian, Amber Rose and Brea Rose who attend in memory of Ms. Rose’s mother, Jacqueline Moore, who died of cancer 2 ½ years ago. This year, the Tree of Life raised $15,195 to support the Oliva Fund for Cancer Care at Milford Regional Medical Center.

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Knitting Circle for Adults Tuesday, January 12th, 6:30-8 p.m.

Whether you knit, crochet or spin, all fiber enthusiasts are welcome to learn to knit and share their craft at the Franklin Public Library Knitting Circle. Open to

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Circle of Friends Presents Two Shows in January John Gorka with Honor Finnegan January 9th, $25 John Gorka returns to the Circle of Friends Coffeehouse on Saturday, January 9th at 8 p.m.. Called “the pre-eminent male singer-songwriter of the New Folk movement” by Rolling Stone, he possesses a commandingly beautiful baritone voice. His articulate guitar playing compliments his superb lyrics on songs that are romantic, cosmic, poetic, haunting in their imagery or hilarious. Many well known artists have recorded and/or performed John Gorka songs, including Mary Chapin Carpenter, Nanci Griffith, Mary Black and Maura O’Connell. John has graced the stage of Austin City Limits, Mountain Stage, etown and has appeared on CNN. John is always very popular so it is best to order your tickets right away. http:// johngorka.com/ New York City songwriter Honor Finnegan opens the show. She has appeared at the coffeehouse both on her own and at the Joni Mitchell

“Blue” tribute concert. She is a Kerrville Festival New Folk winner who is known for her outstanding voice and funny, catchy songs about modern life. http:// honorfinnegan.com/

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Holliston Dad Makes School Communication Simpler with New App By J.D. O’Gara Tom Bolton is making life easier for busy parents. The Holliston resident and software product manager and designer quickly learned, when his twin boys, Nate and Zack, were in Kindergarten (they’re now in 2nd grade), that communication with the school can be chaotic,

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dars. This pulls it all into one place.” The Chalkbird allows 1:1 communication between parents and room parents and teachers. “Room parents have pushed this forward. They’re doing the bulk of the communication at the classroom level,” says Bolton. “I know that when there are schoolwide things that have to get sent out, the way it works is, it comes from administration, and they work with grade captains who get message out to room parents. Room parents then forward along to other parents.” His app offers a hybrid between email and text messaging, he says, and features a calendar, that will allow parents to quickly find out when the events, such as a field trip or class party, are taking place. This eliminates the need to search through “a stack of 100 emails,” says Bolton. “You can always go back to the app to get it.” Bolton says he’s always working to improve The Chalkbird. He’d like to add some basic signup function, making it comparable to Signup Genius, he says. This way, for example, parents could easily volunteer or donate items for the classroom. The Chalkbird can also serve as a bit of a social media site just for the classroom. Bolton

describes this as a “room feed” where announcements can be posted and visitors can make comments, but, unlike Facebook, is only open to those who are directly associated with the class. “You can share it in much the same way as you would share photos on Facebook, but it’s only accessible to parents in that class,” says Bolton. For now, The Chalkbird is designed for use by parents of K-5 students, and the free app is not only for Holliston residents. I’m piloting it through Holliston school system,” he says, “because it’s my town, and I know a lot of people here. It gives me the opportunity to work really closely with parents and room parents to help refine it.” So far, Bolton estimates he has about 300 parents over 10 classes participating. “We just got a phenomenal response. Within, like, the first week, I already had 100 or so users right out of the gate.” Looking to the future, Bolton envisions expanding beyond the classroom, adding information from the PTSA and school districts “I feel like there’s a huge need,” he says. For more information on The Chalkbird, visit www.thechalkbird.com.

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State Fire Officials Launch New Public Awareness Campaign Smoke Alarms – A Sound You Can Live With/ Replacing Aging Smoke Alarms When was the last time you replaced your smoke alarms, not just the batteries? State Fire Marshal Stephen D. Coan and Wellesley Fire Chief Rick DeLorie, president of the Fire Chiefs’ Association of Massachusetts, today announced the launch of a new statewide smoke alarm public awareness campaign – Smoke Alarms: A Sound You Can Live With – that focuses on replacing aging smoke alarms. Coan said, “Most people know they are supposed to have working smoke alarms, but the one thing most people don’t know is that they should replace their entire alarms about every ten years.” Major manufacturers of smoke alarms indicate they have a service life of about ten years and recommend replacement after that.

Chief DeLorie said, “Over the course of ten years, we all replace many home appliances such as toasters, coffee makers, even refrigerators. No home appliance lasts forever. It’s important to replace aging smoke alarms too.” The statewide campaign is designed to support local fire department education efforts and will include television and radio public service announcements (PSAs), transit ads, and social media. No Working Smoke Alarms in 36% of Fire Deaths in 1 & 2-Family Homes In 2014, you were more likely to die in a fire in a oneand two-family home than in any other residence and one without a working smoke alarm. There were 10% more fire deaths in one- and twofamily homes than all other

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Dean College Partners with TeamOps World-Known Security Firm to Provide Added Safety on Franklin Campus Dean College is currently in the process of a major upgrade to our campus safety measures. Dean will be transitioning campus safety responsibilities to the professional security firm TeamOps on December 18, 2015. “20th century security strategies and tactics no longer work in the 21st century. The challenges we face to provide a safe environment for our students have continued to evolve over the past several years and we feel that TeamOps is the best choice to meet those challenges head on. The firm’s expertise is unmatched,” said Dr. Paula Rooney, President, Dean College. “Our students are our greatest assets and their safety is our top priority. We are very fortunate to be working with such a renowned security firm.” TeamOps has provided security and safety measures for many of the largest and most successful organizations in the world including Gillette Stadium, Boston College, Harvard University and both the London and Sydney Olympic Organizing Committees. The firm is managed by acclaimed

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Winter Adaptations: Saturday, January 23rd, from 10 – 11:30 a.m. Have you ever wondered where all the animals go in the winter? Come explore Stony Brook with one of our naturalist and learn how animals use special adaptations to survive the winter. After our walk, we’ll return to the Nature Center to warm up with a cup of hot chocolate. All ages welcome. Fee: $5m/$6nm per person. Wonder Walks: Winter Adventures for Families: Saturday, January 30th, from 10 –12 p.m. Walk with us through the woods and along the wetlands at Stony Brook, touch the tree bark, check for animal tracks along the trail, and listen for the sounds of birds in the trees. We will explore the forest and wetlands stopping to look more carefully at whatever catches our interest. This session: Learn the different ways animals spend the winter. Find out why some animals hibernate while other stay active throughout the winter season. Fee: $6adult, $4childmember/$7adult, $5childnon-member Pre-registration is required for all programs (except as noted). For more details, visit the Mass Audubon webpage at www. massaudubon.org or contact us at (508)528-3140. Register by phone, email (stonybrook@ massaudubon.org), fax (508-5533864) or in person. Stony Brook is located at 108 North Street in Norfolk.

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January Programs at Franklin Recreation There’s a lot of fun to be had in the winter with Franklin Recreation. Below are just a few of the many programs available. There’s no excuse for staying in. Register at www.franklin. ma.us/recreation.

More Fun w/Friends Lunch Bunch 3-5 Year Olds Instructors: Ms. Kelley & Ms. Nicole MONDAYS: 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Session 1: 1/11, 1/25, 2/1, 2/8, 2/22, 2/29 Session 2: 3/7, 3/14, 3/21, 3/28, 4/4, 4/11 Has your child already had fun in first Friends and is ready for a little more fun time for them and free time for you? This 2 1/2 hour class for 3-5 year olds is the same fun as More Fun with Friends with a lunch bunch component. Send your child with a lunch and drink and we will supply a great time! Remember to dress comfortably for play and we may even get a little messy! 275 Beaver St.– Entrance in back. Fee: $100

ARTventures Afterschool Studios Grades: Current 4th, 5th & 6th graders (9-12 year olds) Instructor: Ms. Anne Marie Mondays: 7-week program. Our mixed media art classes will cover a wide range of Mediums and art techniques, including drawing, painting, print-making, collage, sculpture and much more! Students will learn and build upon art concepts and processes while creating their own fantastic masterpieces! Both 2D and 3D concepts will be explored, along with introduction to famous artists and their styles. Monday Class Dates: 1/4, 1/11, 1/18, 1/25, 2/1, 2/8, 2/22 (No class on 2/15) Time: 3:45-5:15 p.m. Fee: $120 per student Max. Number participants: 18 per class

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Franklin Performing Arts Company’s 25th anniversary season, which opened last September with Neil Simon’s Pulitzer Prize-winning Lost in Yonkers, continues in the New Year with Shakespeare’s legendary tragedy Othello and the enchanting blockbuster musical Disney’s The Little Mermaid. Both productions will be staged at THE BLACK BOX, the company’s home and performance venue in downtown Franklin. Shakespeare’s timeless tragedy of the Moorish warrior Othello, his beloved Desdemona, and the insidious villain Iago is a gripping masterpiece that ranks among his greatest works. The edge-of-yourseat thriller is a passionate and powerful drama full of jealousy, betrayal and heartbreak. Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC) proudly presents a con-

temporary adaptation of Othello, directed by and starring Aaron Andrade in the title role. Performances are on Friday, January 22 and Saturday, January 23 at 7:30 p.m., with a Sunday matinee at 2 p.m. on January 24. On March 12-13 and March 19-20, FPAC stages the underthe-sea spectacular Disney’s The Little Mermaid. Based on the beloved fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen and the classic animated film, the musical brings audiences into a magical ocean kingdom – home to mermaid Ariel, King Triton and a host of memorable characters, including Founder the fish and Sebastian the crab. When the beautiful and curious young mermaid falls for a handsome human, Prince Eric, in the world above, she bargains with the evil sea witch, Ursula, to trade her tail for legs. With music by

Alan Menken, lyrics by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater, and book by Doug Wright, Disney’s The Little Mermaid features the irresistible songs “Under the Sea,” “Kiss the Girl,” and “Part of Your World.” FPAC will hold open auditions for Disney’s The Little Mermaid on Wednesday, January 20 at THE BLACK BOX, located at 15 West Central Street. Please prepare 16 measures of a musical theater song. For more information, including a character breakdown and audition times by age group, please visit www.FPAConline.com or call (508) 528-3370. Rockland Trust Charitable Foundation is FPAC’s 25th Season Premier Sponsor. To purchase tickets to Othello and Disney’s The Little Mermaid, visit www.THEBLACKBOXonline. com or call (508) 528-3370.

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an adult at the time of the crime, to be added to the list of parties who are allowed access to sealed records. S. 894, An Act relative to sex offender classification: this bill would require the Sex Offender Registry Board to prioritize the registration of offenders who have been convicted of a sexually violent offense or a sex offense against a child. It would also require that these offenders be issued, at minimum, a Level 1

lifetime registration if convicted as an adult and a 20 year Level 1 registration if convicted as a juvenile. S. 895, An Act relative to sex offender registration: this bill would require that all offenders convicted of a sexually violent offense or a sex offense against a child to be classified as a Level 1 sex offender within 72 hours until their classification has been finalized. “I have filed these bills several

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Living Healthy Glaucoma: What It Is and How to Treat It By: Roger M. Kaldawy, M.D., Milford Franklin Eye Center Glaucoma is a progressive disease of the optic nerve caused when the pressure inside the eye is higher than the optic nerve can withstand. The most common form of glaucoma is silent in the beginning, but can cause a patient to slowly lose the vision if left untreated, starting with the peripheral vision. The most frustrating characteristic of glaucoma is that for many years, the loss of vision will go unnoticed by a patient. Although anyone can get glaucoma, some people are at higher risk than others. Some of the most common risk factors include: African Americans, over age 40, people with a family history of glaucoma and patients with diabetes. Almost 2% of Americans have been diagnosed with glaucoma. Approximately 1/4th of those diagnosed with glaucoma are African Americans. Worldwide, 2.4 million people per year are diagnosed with glaucoma. The prevalence of glaucoma increases

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depends on the level of pressure that your optic nerve can tolerate without being damaged. This level is different for each person. Although normal pressure is usually said to be between 12-21 mm Hg, a person might have glaucoma even if the pressure is in this range. That is why an eye examination is very important. A patient that is being evaluated for glaucoma will typically have a dilated eye exam, to look at the shape of the optic disk; gonioscopy: which is using a lens to evaluate the trabecular meshwork where the fluid in the eye exits the eye; tonometry: measuring the pressure in the eye; pachymetry: measuring the thickness of the cornea; fundus photos; pictures of the eye are helpful to look for changes in the appearance of the optic nerve over time; visual field testing: measuring the peripheral vision and optical coherence tomography (OCT) to measure the thickness of the nerve layer trans-

mitting the image to the brain. Glaucoma is a lifelong disease that will always require treatment. Glaucoma is much like hypertension and diabetes. We can control these diseases, however, we cannot, as of yet, cure them. Today, there are numerous ophthalmic medications available to us in the treatment of glaucoma. Some are eye drops that are used only once a day; others are used up to four times a day. More than one medication may be used to treat glaucoma. If glaucoma cannot be controlled with medications other procedures, including laser and surgery may be considered. At Milford Franklin Eye Center, we use state-of-the-art technology to diagnose and treat a variety of eye problems, including glaucoma. We are proud to offer high definition optic coherence tomography testing that can predict glaucoma before it even happens. All our offices are equipped with state-of-the-art visual field testing. With this high-tech service, we bring to our community world class eye care closer to home.

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Living Healthy Hockomock Area YMCA Celebrates LIVESTRONG The Hockomock Area YMCA held its third annual LIVESTRONG at the YMCA celebration event on October 20th at Lake Pearl Luciano’s in Wrentham. The event celebrated the impact of the program and raised critical funding for the LIVESTRONG at the YMCA program at the Hockomock Area YMCA. The inspirational evening featured remarks from LIVESTRONG at the YMCA program alumni and community champion award recipients Jen and Joe Andruzzi and The Joe Andruzzi Foundation. The Community Champion Award recognizes individuals or groups whose engagement and leadership positively impact individuals, and their families in the LIVESTRONG at the YMCA

program. This year, the Hockomock Y honored Jen and Joe Andruzzi and The Joe Andruzzi Foundation. Jen and Joe Andruzzi, founders of The Joe Andruzzi Foundation were presented with the Community Champion Award. They received the Community Champion Award, presented by Lisa Chick whose spouse lost his battle with cancer. Lisa was joined by her four children, residents of Foxboro, who are among families who have been served by both the LIVESTRONG at the YMCA program and The Joe Andruzzi Foundation. Upon receiving the award, four-time Super Bowl Champion Joe Andruzzi proclaimed, “We’re all champions tonight; keep up this great program.” Many alumni of the LIVESTRONG at the YMCA

Jen and Joe Andruzzi and The Joe Andruzzi Foundation were presented with the Community Champion Award. They received the Community Champion Award, presented by Lisa Chick, whose spouse lost his battle with cancer, on behalf of the YMCA’s LIVESTRONG program.

program attended and were joined by family, friends, and current participants. Since 2012, 569 cancer survivors and their families have participated in this physical activity program. According to a study presented at this year’s annual meeting for the American Society of Clinical Oncology, cancer survivors who participated in the nocharge 12 week LIVESTRONG at the YMCA program exhibited improvements in physical activity, fitness, and quality of life. The Hockomock Area YMCA was chosen as one of two Ys in the country to serve as a peer mentor to support 21 new YMCAs that have signed on to launch the LIVESTRONG at the YMCA program. Also at the event, the Hockmock Y announced the launch of a formal program called Living STRONGER. Made possible by the support and commitment of the Lunter family on behalf of program graduates the Jaworskis, Living STRONGER will support the emotional and physical health of the Hockomock Y’s LIVESTRONG at the YMCA alumni by creating opportunities inside and outside the Y for social connections in small

groups. Included in the Living STRONGER initiative is The STRONG Program which is a weekly, structured 12-week physical activity program. Living STRONGER will also provide alumni the opportunity to join social groups, walking clubs, crafting circles and other events. Before the main event program, there was a LIVESTRONG at the YMCA Alumni Reception celebrating the impact of the five years of the program at the Hockomock Area YMCA. At the reception, three LIVESTRONG at the YMCA alumni and program volunteers were honored. Judy Ammidown of Mansfield, MA received the Invensys Foxboro Branch LIVESTRONG at the YMCA Volunteer of the Year; Therese Shannon of Franklin, MA received the Bernon Family Branch LIVESTRONG at the YMCA Volunteer of the Year; and Carol O’Sullivan of Mansfield, MA received the North Attleboro Branch LIVESTRONG at the YMCA Volunteer of the Year. For more information about the LIVESTRONG at the YMCA program or Living STRONGER, contact (508) 772-1310 or phl@ hockymca.org.

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Franklin Sports Dean College Athletics Aims for NCAA Status By KEN HAMWEY The new year has arrived and that means “new’’ will be very much in vogue for Dean College athletics. The first order of business this month will be for the college to apply formally for acceptance as an NCAA Division 3 sports program. That move would transform Dean’s athletic teams to independent status and make the 2016-17 school year one in which the Bulldogs would play most of their games against Division 3 colleges. A year later, in January, 2017, another application will be filed, and if approved, Dean would become a Division 3 provisional member and very likely on its way to becoming a permanent Division 3 participant. “The entire process could take as much as five years,’’ said John Jackson, who served as Dean’s A.D. for the last 27 years but now is the Director of NCAA Transition and Compliance. “We’ll have to fulfill roster minimums and increase our varsity teams from 10 to 14. We plan on adding men’s and women’s volleyball and men’s and women’s cross-country. Once all NCAA requirements are satisfied, we’d apply for active membership after the five-year

period.’’ Dean officials started to examine the move to leave the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) in 2011 but were advised to proceed slowly. “I visited about six colleges that made the move to Division 3 and listened to the advice of administrators from those schools,’’ Jackson said. “I also was on the phone to other venues. Kevin McCarthy came to Dean in 2011 and offered his advice. He’s the athletic director at SUNY-Cobleskill (State University of New York).’’ Dean College has been a member of the NJCAA for 58 years. Jackson has explored a number of leagues and conferences that would best suit Dean in terms of enrollment size and competitive ability and, when approved, the Bulldogs athletic program hopes to join the New England Collegiate Conference. The teams that comprise that circuit are Becker, Mitchell, Regis,

Lesley, Newbury, Bay Path, Elms, Daniel Webster and Southern Vermont and Wheelock. “During the time a school is a provisional member of the NCAA, its teams cannot be in its post-season tournaments,’’ Jackson noted. “Only active members can be involved in their playoffs. So, for our squads to have postseason opportunities, we’ll apply for membership in the United Small College Athletic Asso-

ciation (USCAA), which gives us the opportunity for postseason play. That association includes colleges that are going through the provisional process.’’ The 63-year-old Jackson, who was inducted into Dean’s Athletic Hall of Fame last September, sees some major advantages to switch to the NCAA. Two of the plusses deal with recruiting and women’s programs. “Athletes we recruited came to Dean knowing they’d likely play right away, since our eligibility is for two years,’’ Jackson said. “When we change to Division 3, we can recruit players and develop them for four years. Also, our women’s teams will be helped, because statistics show that more women opt for a four-year college than a twoyear program.’’ Dean awards four-year and two-year degrees and Jackson firmly believes that, in the future, Dean will be competing against colleges that are similar to the

Franklin-based school. “I’m excited about our potential move to Division 3,’’ emphasized Jackson who has been succeeded by former football coach Todd Vasey as athletic director. “I think the transition period will be challenging. We’re creating four new teams, and it takes time for them to become established. But, our students and coaches are looking forward to the change. They know the transition period will be challenging, but they also know that it’ll be worth it in the long run.’’ Dean currently has 10 varsity offerings, and they include men’s and women’s soccer, football, men’s and women’s basketball, baseball, softball, men’s and women’s lacrosse and golf. Jackson, who’s been at Dean a total of 35 years, will be dealing with all the details and nuances involved in moving to the NCAA. “I’ll be on duty throughout the years ahead to see this through,’’ he said. “I know many people in the conference we hope to join, and I know I’ll get valuable advice.’’ January signals in a new year, and for Dean College, the new year signals a new move in athletics. The pace may be slow, but the move will be deliberate and positive.

Dean College Announces Changes to Athletic Department Dean College is pleased to announce that effective January 1, 2016, current athletic director John Jackson will be moving into a newly created role, Director of NCAA Transition and Compliance. Head football coach and associate athletic director, Todd Vasey will assume leadership of

the Athletic Department as the Dean College Athletic Director. And, Stephen Tirrell will replace Todd Vasey as the Head Football Coach. Earlier this year Dean College notified the NCAA of its intent and desire to explore NCAA Division III member-

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ship. The process includes several key strategic decisions that need to be made to ensure the transition is successful and that all requirements are met. For the past 35 years, John Jackson has spearheaded the growth and development of the athletic program at Dean College. His years of expertise will prove to be an asset during the College’s NCAA transition. “We are certain that John’s longtime commitment to student athletes, loyalty to Dean and network in the athletic profession, will guide us through this rigorous process,” said Dr. Paula Rooney, president of Dean College. John will also serve as the College’s Athletic Compliance

Officer, an NCAA requirement. Coach Todd Vasey entered his 12th season this fall as the winningest head football coach in Dean College history. “Todd has achieved incredible success and instilled a sense of Bulldog Pride among the Dean Community, and most importantly, our student athletics,” said Dr. Rooney. Vasey’s tenure as coach, paired with years of experience as an athletic administrator, will make for a seamless transition to the new role. “I am extremely excited and grateful for the opportunity to lead the athletic department at Dean College,” said Vasey. “My goal is to build upon the many great things that John Jackson

has put in place and make Dean College Athletics one of the finest Division III athletic programs in New England.” Moving to the Head Football Coach slot is Franklin resident, Stephen Tirrell. Prior to his new role in the department, Tirrell was the defensive line coach for the football team. “I am beyond excited to have the opportunity to lead the Dean College Football team during this new era,” said Tirrell. “My goal is to continue the success that has already been put in place by Coach Vasey.” For more information on Dean College athletics, visit www.dean.edu

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Franklin Sports Natalie Cohen Named Head Coach of Volleyball at Dean College The Dean College Athletic Department welcomes Natalie Cohen as its first Men’s and Women’s Volleyball Coach. Cohen has been hired to recruit during the 2015-16 academic year for two new programs which begin competition next fall. Cohen comes to Dean College with an outstanding resume, having played at Barnstable High School, where she was named captain her senior year. She continued to work with her high school mentor, Thomas Turco as a club coach and went on to play collegiately at Bridgewater State University where her team captured the league title and participated in the NCAA Division III Tournament. She was named captain following her freshman year and also sat on the Student Athletic Advisory Committee for the University. After graduation, Cohen worked as a club coach for the

Cape Cod Junior Volleyball program, before returning to her alma mater as an assistant coach this past fall. Cohen is eager for the challenge of building two programs from the ground up, and will hit the recruiting trail immediately to attract quality student-athletes to Dean College. “I’m thrilled to be starting a new program at Dean where we can build a strong foundation of driven and enthusiastic student athletes who are eager to accept and conquer challenges,” said Cohen. “I look forward to creating an environment where individual athletes are competing as one unit trying to achieve the same goals.” Dean is currently transitioning form a 2-year athletic program to a NCAA Division III program. For more information about the transition and the men’s and women’s volleyball team, visit www.dean.edu.

Franklin Resident Stephen Tirrell Named Head Football Coach at Dean College The Dean College Athletic Department announces the promotion of Stephen Tirrell to Head Football Coach. Tirrell will take over as Head Coach for Todd Vasey, who has been promoted to Athletic Director at the College. Tirrell has over 25 years of football coaching experience at the collegiate level. Prior to his new role in the department, Tirrell was the defensive line coach at Dean. In this position he was responsible for coaching the defensive line, as well as ensuring the academic progress and college placement of student/athletes within the football program. Additionally, Tirrell was the special teams coordinator for Dean during the 2012 football season. In addition to his experience at Dean, Tirrell has coached special teams and defensive line at several local colleges and univer-

sities, including the University of Massachusetts Amherst, Nichols College, Northeastern University, Brown University, and Plymouth State University. A Franklin resident, Tirrell is thrilled to move into the Head Football Coach slot. “I am beyond excited to have the opportunity to lead the Dean College Football team during this new era,” said Tirrell. “My goal is to continue the success that has already been put in place by Coach Vasey.” Earlier this year Dean College notified the NCAA of its intent and desire to explore NCAA Division III membership. The process includes several key strategic decisions that need to be made to ensure the transition is successful and that all requirements are met, including personnel changes.

Effective January 1, 2016, athletic director John Jackson will be moving into a newly created role, Director of NCAA Transition and Compliance. Head football coach and associate athletic director, Todd Vasey will assume leadership of the Athletic Department as the Dean College Athletic Director. And, Stephen Tirrell will replace Todd Vasey as the Head Football Coach. “Moving forward with the transition to a four year athletic program allows our athletes the chance to compete in Division III and ultimately have a shot at a National Championship,” said Tirrell. “It is such an exciting time to be at Dean and I’m looking forward to being a part of it.” For more information about Dean College athletics, visit www.dean.edu.

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Radon is drawn out of the ground from under the foundation of a home. It can compromise air quality and cause cancer if left untreated.

If high levels of radon are detected, it’s important not to panic, as there are ways to mitigate the problem effectively. First of all, you may want to retest, which can confirm if your initial test was a fluke or caused by unusual weather. Short-term tests can measure radon over the period of a week, but longer assessments lasting about a month or more may paint a more accurate picture of your home’s average radon concentration. If high levels of radon are discovered, one of the first things to do is to ventilate the home to bring more fresh air in and dilute radon concentrations. You may then want to consult with a radon removal contractor. You may need to use a heat recovery ventilator to introduce more fresh air or ventilate the

home using a fan. Contractors may use suction to vent air from below the foundation of the house, through a pipe and above the roof. This way the radon does not leach into the home. This method ventilates radon well out of the way of human breathing spaces. You also may want to have your water tested for radon, as homes that rely on well water may have radon in the water source, too. Do-it-yourself radon mitigation resources also are available. Radon is a concern but nothing to panic over. With radon tests and treatment methods readily available, it’s relatively easy to live in a home within a zone of high radon measurements.

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