Representatives Howitt, Barrows Begin New Term

State Reps. sworn in Wednesday.

Representatives Jay Barrows (R-Mansfield) and Steven S. Howitt (R-Seekonk) were sworn in to their second term of service to Norton at inauguration ceremonies held at the State House on Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2013.   Howitt also represents Rehoboth, Seekonk and Swansea while Barrows represents Mansfield and Foxborough in addition to Norton. Howitt and Barrows were joined by their colleagues in the House of Representatives as Governor Deval Patrick administered the oath of office for the 188th Great and General Court.  “It’s an honor and privilege to continue to represent the people of the 4th Bristol District," Howitt said. "I look forward to continuing to work for the people and towns both at the State House, and in the district as we continue…

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Small Business Caucus Reminds Communities to Shop Local This Weekend

Small Business Weekend is intended to recognize the integral role small businesses play in shaping our economy and encourage shopping at local businesses on “Main Street.”

State Representatives Jay Barrows (R-Mansfield), Stephen Howitt (R-Seekonk) and Betty Poirier (R-Attleboro) - members of the Small Business Caucus - are reminding local business owners and shoppers that as of 2011 the first weekend after Thanksgiving has been declared Small Business Weekend in Massachusetts. Barrows, Howitt and Poirier were pleased to co-sponsor the House Resolution establishing the Small Business Weekend. The resolution is intended to recognize the integral role small businesses play in shaping our economy, commend the positive impacts of small business in our communities, and to encourage shopping at local businesses on “Main Street.” Not only are three out of every four jobs in Massachusetts created by small business, …

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LETTER TO THE EDITOR

In Thanksgiving, For Each Other

Letter to the editor from Rep. Jay Barrows.

Even in the toughest of times, the human spirit never fails.   Just this past weekend, I was honored to attend a variety of events around my district where the generosity of our friends’ and neighbors’ time, talent and resources was on full display.  In Foxborough, the Annual BIT school fundraising event saw a turnout of 400 parents, school administrators, and supporters. Simultaneously, parents in Mansfield were doing the same good work for their elementary schools. Both events are run by extraordinary volunteers, primarily hard-working mothers, who spend months planning and finding new ways to earn additional dollars for their children and are largely successful.  Thank you. I also joined the Mansfield Pop Warner Awards Night this …

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Barrows Supports Brown

Letter to the editor from State Representative Jay Barrows.

Dear Editor:  I’m writing to express my full support for the re-election of U.S. Senator Scott Brown. Scott represents an independent voice for Massachusetts in Congress. I can personally attest to his sound judgment, great character, and bipartisan attitude from our time working together at the State House.  Now, more than ever, we need leaders in Washington who are prepared to deal with not only the economic issues facing this country but the military ones as well.  As a Lieutenant in the National Guard, Senator Brown has the background and the specific knowledge we need as our country faces a more turbulent international climate.  Incredibly impressive to me, both personally and professionally, is Senator Brown's attentiveness to the …

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PATCH FACTS

5 Things Sept 18: Coffee Hours with State Reps, Cancer Support Group and More

Your Patch Facts for the day.

Five Things You Need to Know Today is a Patch column that provides readers with essential, daily information at a glance. Check back later for more, and let us know what you think of the feature in the comments section. 1. High near 75, low around 63 There is a 60 percent chance of showers today, mainly after 1 p.m. There will be patchy fog before 8 a.m. Otherwise, it will be mostly cloudy, with a high near 75. It will be breezy, with a south wind 7 to 12 mph increasing to 15 to 20 mph in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 30 mph. New precipitation amounts of less than a tenth of an inch possible. Tonight there is a 90 percent chance of showers, with thunderstorms also possible after midnight. A temperature low will be around 63. …

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State Representatives Discuss Re-districting

Video by Norton Cable TV.

Weekly Region Roundup

Region Roundup: Pair Arrested for Heroin Possession; Car Crash (And More...)

A look at the top headlines in your town and the surrounding area for the week of June 3, 2012.

Easton Police Arrest Two For Heroin Possession Ryan Desrosiers, 27, of Falmouth, and his girlfriend, Andrea Poirier, 22, of Norwood, were arrested by Easton Police on June 1 after heroin was allegedly found in their car. Police located Desrosiers and Poirier near the Raynham Dog Track on Route 138 after receiving a call from a woman stating that her great grandson and his girlfriend were taking financial advantage of the woman's elderly sister, Easton Police Chief Allen Krajcik said. Read more by clicking here. *** Two Hospitalized After Roll-Over Crash on Stoughton/Easton Line Two drivers were transported to Good Samaritan Medical Center in Brockton Thursday morning, June 7 with minor injuries after a car vs. car collision in front of …

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State Rep. Barrows to Run for Relection

State Representative Jay Barrows (R-Mansfield) has announced his plans to run for re-election at home Saturday

  (PRESS RELEASE)  Surrounded by more than a 100 family, friends and supporters at his home in Mansfield Saturday, State Representative Jay Barrows announced he will run for re-election to a fourth term in the Massachusetts House of Representatives in the 1st Bristol District. Barrows represents part of Norton. “It is a privilege to represent and serve the communities of Foxborough, Mansfield, and Norton,” said Barrows.  “Together, we’ve been able to accomplish a great deal towards keeping our area a great place to raise families, buy a home and open a business – but there is still more to do.  I am running for re-election as State Representative to ensure we continue to have a local voice on Beacon Hill.  I would be honored to earn your …

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Baby Steps Toward Regional Sewer Facility

Selectmen endorse amendment to 2010 legislation allowing for towns to set own fees.

State Representative Jay Barrows told Norton selectmen Thursday the five-year- old effort to expand the Norton based, Mansfield-operated sewer treatment facility on Hill Street is inching towards completion.  He requested the board sign a statement endorsing an amendment to the legislation passed in 2010, a ruling that formally established a wastewater district including the towns of Mansfield, Norton and Foxborough. The amendment allows each member community to set its own fees for new commercial and residential users of sanitary sewer, rather than establishing one set fee for everyone.  The three communities have been meeting over the past two years to pound out the parameters of the agreement. “We’re getting close,” Barrows said. Under …

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Representatives Poirier, Barrows and Howitt to Hold Friday Office Hours

Will be available at Norton, Mansfield and Attleboro Town Hall.

State Representatives Elizabeth Poirier (R-North Attleboro) and F. Jay Barrows (R-Mansfield) have announced that they will be holding office hours Friday, March 16 in Norton and other area towns.  They will be in Mansfield 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., in Room 3AB of Mansfield Town Hall and Representative Steven Howitt (R-Seekonk) will join them for Norton office hours to be held, from noon to 1 p.m. in the Selectmen’s Meeting Room of Norton Town Hall. In addition to the joint office hours, Representative Poirier will be holding office hours in the Town of North Attleboro, 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. in the Selectmen’s Meeting Room of North Attleboro Town Hall.  All constituents are welcome to come and meet with them to discuss state government issues …

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