Bellingham, MA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2010: 4,854.

Median Age: 43.1 years

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Bellingham: 135.4 (high, U.S. average is 100)

Ancestries: Ancestries: Irish (22.5%), Italian (14.7%), Brazilian (7.5%), American (7.2%), English (5.0%), Lebanese (2.1%).

Elevation: 293 feet

Land Area: 5.28 square miles.

Population Density:

Races:
      White alone - 4,445 - 91.6%
      Hispanic - 154 - 3.2%
      Asian alone - 125 - 2.6%
      Two or more races - 59 - 1.2%
      Black alone - 51 - 1.1%
      Other race alone - 15 - 0.3%
      American Indian alone - 3 - 0.06%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 2 - 0.04%

The neighboring city of Woonsocket, Rhode Island had proposed a plan to bring commuter rail service to the area which would require an extension of the MBTA Franklin line. Commuter rail service to the Greater Woonsocket area would essentially bring the rail line through the town of Bellingham, Blackstone, and terminating in Woonsocket, bringing an increased amount of tourism to the area, and increasing ridership in persons commuting to the city of Boston and Logan Airport. A study was conducted in 2007 on whether or not it would be feasible to expand the Franklin line westward; the results of which were determined that rehabilitating the old abandoned rail line would cost too much money and not bring enough benefit to the area. However, as the population grows in this general area, it is most likely that the MBTA will not drop plans for such an extension.

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Recognitions and Certifications

Accredited Drug Testing has been recognized as one of the "Top 10 drug testing companies" for excellent customer service and we have received TPA Accreditation from the National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association. We are active in all drug testing industry associations and our staff are trained and certified as drug and alcohol testing specialists.

Important Links

National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association (https://ndasa.com/)

National Drug Free Workplace Alliance (https://www.ndwa.org/)

Substance Abuse Program Administrators Association (https://www.sapaa.com/)

Substance Abuse Mental Health Safety Administration (https://www.samhsa.gov/)

US Drug Enforcement Administration (https://www.dea.gov/)

Office of Drug alcohol Policy Control (https://www.transportation.gov/odapc)

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Hair Follicle Drug Testing Bellingham, MA

Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides Hair Follicle drug testing Bellingham, MA for individuals and employers needing a drug test utilizing the hair follicle analysis process. To schedule a hair follicle drug test in Bellingham, MA, Call (800) 221-4291. Most testing centers are within minutes of your home or office.


Hair follicle drug testing Bellingham, MA is available for 5, 10, and 12 panel drug screenings.

To schedule a Hair Follicle Drug Test at one of our testing centers in the Grady county area, Call (800) 221-4291, Same Day Service Available. Testing centers do not require an appointment, but you must call and register for the test.

Hair follicle drug testing is becoming a more popular method by employers and individuals in need of a drug test due to the detection time frame being longer than a standard urine test.

Local Hair follicle drug testing Bellingham, MA centers are available to assist our clients throughout the entire process and all of our hair follicle drug testing Bellingham, MA facilities have certified drug testing technicians available to conduct a hair follicle drug test collection.

Hair Follicle Drug Test

In recent years the method to conduct drug testing has more frequently included a hair follicle drug test. Many employers, courts and Substance Abuse Professional are requiring a hair follicle drug test instead of a standard urine test. Hair follicle drug tests are used by employers who have zero tolerance drug use policies, courts and individuals on probation. The primary benefit of a hair follicle drug test include a much longer detection period for drug use which typically is up to 90 days. However, when screening drug use within the last 5 days the urine test continues to be the most accurate test.

Hair Follicle Drug Test Process

The procedure used to perform a hair follicle test is simple, the drug testing specialist will cut approximately 120 strands of hair (not really a lot) utilize a chain of custody procedure and send the hair to a certified laboratory for analysis. Drug testing centers require at least 1.5 inches of hair to perform this test and the hair generally needs to come from the head, however if the donor does not have head hair certain testing centers can use hair from chest, leg or arm pit.

If a donor has no hair on their body, than a hair test cannot be performed!

Hair Follicle Drug Test Results

Once the hair follicles have been analyzed by a certified laboratory they will then be reviewed and then verified by a Medical Review Officer (licensed Physician) who will than release the results. Generally a negative hair follicle drug test result is available in 2-3 days. A non-negative hair follicle drug test is available in approximately 5 days.

Urine cut-off levels are expressed in nanograms per milliliter (ng/mL) or as a weight of drug per unit volume of urine. Hair cut-off levels are expressed in picograms per milligram (pg/mg) or as a weight of drug per unit weight of hair

5 Panel Hair Follicle Drug Test

The 5 panel hair follicle drug test screens for the following

  • Amphetamine
  • Cocaine
  • Marijuana
  • Opiates
  • Phencyclidine

5 Panel w/ Expanded Opiates Hair Follicle Drug Test

The 5 panel w/ expanded Opiates hair drug test screens for the standard 5 drugs but will also screen for Opiate class drugs such as pain killers, which may indicate abuse of prescription drugs

  • Amphetamine
  • Cocaine
  • Codeine
  • Marijuana
  • Morphine
  • Phencyclidine
  • Hydrocodone
  • Hydromorphone
  • Oxycodone
  • Oxymorphone
  • 6 AM- Heroine

10 Panel Hair Follicle Drug Test

The 10 panel hair follicle drug test screens for the following

  • Amphetamines
  • Barbiturates
  • Benzodiazepines
  • Cocaine
  • Marijuana
  • Methadone
  • Methamphetamine
  • Opiates
  • Phencyclidine
  • Propoxyphene

12 Panel Hair Follicle Drug Test

The 12 panel hair follicle drug test screens for the following

  • Amphetamines
  • Barbiturates
  • Benzodiazepines
  • Cocaine
  • Marijuana
  • Meperidine
  • Methadone
  • Opiates
  • Oxycodone
  • Phencyclidine
  • Propoxyphene
  • Tramadol

To schedule a Hair follicle Drug Testing Bellingham, MA Call (800)221-4291.

Accredited Drug Testing Inc. is pleased to provide hair follicle drug testing, alcohol testing, occupational health and DNA testing services in Bellingham, MA.


160 S MAIN ST 3.4 miles

160 S MAIN ST
MILFORD, MA 1757
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115 WATER ST 2ND FL
MILFORD, MA 1757
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LINCOLN, RI 2865
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NORTH ATTLEBORO, MA 2760
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FOXBORO, MA 2035
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Attleboro, MA 2703
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Framingham, MA 1702
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ATTLEBORO, MA 2703
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FRANKLIN, MA 2038
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FRAMINGHAM, MA 1702
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NATICK, MA 1760
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PAWTUCKET, RI 2860
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Norwood, MA 2062
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NORWOOD, MA 2062
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290 BRANCH AVE 16.8 miles

290 BRANCH AVE
PROVIDENCE, RI 2904
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100 HIGHLAND AVE, STE 302
PROVIDENCE, RI 2906
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333 SW Cutoff Suite 202
Northborough, MA 1532
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7 FRANCINE RD
FRAMINGHAM, MA 1701
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1 Randall Sq,
Providence, RI 2904
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148 CHESTNUT ST
NEEDHAM, MA 2492
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1526 ATWOOD AVE STE 100
JOHNSTON, RI 2919
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286 NEHOIDEN ST
NEEDHAM, MA 2492
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MARLBOROUGH, MA 1752
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348 Greenwood Street
Worcester, MA 1607
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682 DEPOT ST
NORTH EASTON, MA 2356
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922 HIGHLAND AVE
NEEDHAM, MA 2494
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141 MASSASOIT RD
WORCESTER, MA 1604
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157 UNION ST
MARLBOROUGH, MA 1752
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157 UNION ST
MARLBORO, MA 1752
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132A GEORGE M COHAN BLVD
PROVIDENCE, RI 2903
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370 PROVIDENCE HWY
DEDHAM, MA 2026
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200 PROVIDENCE HWY STE 202-203
DEDHAM, MA 2026
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100 JOHN RD
CANTON, MA 2021
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1970 PAWTUCKET AVE
EAST PROVIDENCE, RI 2914
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286 WASHINGTON ST
STOUGHTON, MA 2072
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35 MILLBURY ST
AUBURN, MA 1501
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21 PEACE ST
PROVIDENCE, RI 2907
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756 EDDY ST SUITE 101
PROVIDENCE, RI 2903
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620 MYLES STANDISH BLVD
TAUNTON, MA 2780
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352 BELMONT ST
WORCESTER, MA 1604
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490 SHREWSBURY ST
WORCESTER, MA 1604
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630 PLANTATION ST
WORCESTER, MA 1605
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3 PERRY PL
AUBURN, MA 1501
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495 ATWOOD AVE
CRANSTON, RI 2920
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100 MLK, Jr. Blvd, Lower Level
Worcester, MA 1608
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966 PARK ST UNIT B7
STOUGHTON, MA 2072
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415 MAIN ST
WORCESTER, MA 1608
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Worcester, MA 1605
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Avon, MA 2322
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WEST ROXBURY, MA 2132
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HUDSON, MA 1749
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255 PARK AVE STE 400
WORCESTER, MA 1609
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Waltham, MA 2453
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WEST NEWTON, MA 2465
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SEEKONK, MA 2771
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WALTHAM, MA 2453
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WALTHAM, MA 2453
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WALTHAM, MA 2451
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92 HIGHLAND ST
MILTON, MA 2186
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51 JEFFERSON BLVD STE 5
WARWICK, RI 2888
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110 JEFFERSON BLVD STE E2
WARWICK, RI 2888
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199 REEDSDALE RD
MILTON, MA 2186
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1400 PONTIAC AVE
CRANSTON, RI 2920
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1131 WARWICK AVE
WARWICK, RI 2888
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340 Wood Rd, Suite 302,
Braintree, MA 2184
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7 DEANE ST
MAYNARD, MA 1754
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BRAINTREE, MA 2184
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CRANSTON, RI 2920
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BEVERLY, MA 1915
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BRIGHTON, MA 2135
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BRAINTREE, MA 2184
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BRAINTREE, MA 2184
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10 FORBES RD STE 260E
BRAINTREE, MA 2184
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2100 DORCHESTER AVE
DORCHESTER, MA 2124
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2 Adams Place Suite 305
Quincy, MA 2169
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BRAINTREE, MA 2184
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Brockton, MA 2302
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Watertown, MA 2472
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Comprehensive Online Resources for Drug Testing

  1. National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

    Provides comprehensive information on drug testing and its role in substance use disorder treatment.

  2. FDA: Drug Testing

    Explains the FDA's role and regulations concerning drug testing for consumers.

  3. PDR.net

    Provides detailed drug information and safety updates through a mobile-friendly platform.

  4. BeSafeRx - FDA

    Resource by the FDA to help consumers identify and choose safe online pharmacies.

  5. SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace

    Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.

  6. Drugs.com

    Provides drug information, side effects, and interactions for consumers and professionals.

  7. Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)

    Online version of the DAST to help individuals assess whether they have a drug problem.

  8. Merck Manuals

    Consumer-friendly medical resource providing comprehensive information on a wide array of health topics, including drug testing.

  9. SAMHSA Store

    Provides access to resources and publications on substance use prevention and treatment.

  10. National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)

    Information on state boards of pharmacy and regulations, including those related to drug testing.

  11. CDC: Workplace Health Promotion

    CDC's resources on substance use and drug testing in the workplace.

  12. Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing

    General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.

  13. MedlinePlus: Drug Testing

    Offers information about various drug tests and their uses in medical diagnosis and treatment.

  14. University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia

    Provides a detailed entry on drug testing, including how tests are conducted and what they detect.

  15. World Health Organization (WHO)

    International guidelines and information on public health, including substance abuse and drug testing.

  16. Healthline: Drug Testing

    Consumer health site offering information on how drug tests work and what they look for.

  17. WebMD: Drug Testing

    Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.

  18. National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)

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Hair Follicle Drug Testing: An Overview

Hair follicle drug testing is a method used to detect the use of illicit drugs or the misuse of prescription drugs over an extended period. Unlike urine tests, which can detect recent drug use, hair follicle testing provides a longer window of detection, typically up to 90 days. This overview explores how hair follicle drug testing works, its applications, and its benefits.

How Hair Follicle Drug Testing Works

The process involves taking a small sample of hair, usually from the head but sometimes from the body if scalp hair is insufficient. The hair is tested to identify drugs and their metabolites, which are deposited in the hair from the bloodstream. This method is sensitive to a wide range of substances, including marijuana, cocaine, opiates, methamphetamine, and phencyclidine (PCP).

Applications of Hair Follicle Drug Testing

  • Employment Screening: Many employers use hair follicle testing as part of their pre-employment screening processes and in regular checks to ensure a drug-free workplace.
  • Legal and Forensic Cases: This testing is used in legal settings to provide evidence in custody disputes, DUI cases, and other legal matters requiring proof of drug use.
  • Rehabilitation Monitoring: Health care providers and rehab centers use hair tests to monitor individuals recovering from drug addiction.

Advantages of Hair Follicle Drug Testing

  1. Long Detection Period: Can detect drug use for up to 90 days, making it more effective for identifying long-term drug use than other testing methods.
  2. Tamper Resistance: The nature of hair sample collection makes it difficult to tamper with or substitute samples, providing more accurate results.
  3. Non-invasive: The process is simple and does not require the handling of bodily fluids, making it less invasive and safer to administer.

Considerations and Limitations

While hair follicle drug testing is highly effective, there are considerations to keep in mind:

  • Growth Rate Variability: Hair growth rates can vary from person to person, potentially affecting the detection window.
  • Potential for External Contamination: Drugs can sometimes be absorbed from the environment, leading to potential false positives, though washing the hair sample prior to testing can mitigate this risk.
  • Cultural and Personal Concerns: The requirement of hair samples can raise concerns among those with hair loss or individuals whose cultural practices affect hair grooming or styling.

Hair follicle drug testing is a reliable and comprehensive method for detecting drug use over an extended period. It is widely used across various sectors for its accuracy and tamper-resistant methodology, making it a valuable tool in maintaining drug-free environments and supporting legal and medical interventions.

Local Area Info: Bellingham, Massachusetts

Bellingham is a town in Norfolk County, Massachusetts, United States. The population was 16,332 at the 2010 census. The town sits on the southwestern fringe of Metropolitan Boston, along the rapidly growing "outer belt" that is Route 495. It is formally a part of the Boston–Cambridge–Quincy metropolitan statistical area, as well as the Providence metropolitan area.

The area of the town south of the Charles River constituted the southwestern corner of the Dedham Grant, which sprouted much of what has become Norfolk County. The land was swampy, and the town of Dedham did not believe it worthy of settlement. The area north of the river would be purchased by Edward Rawson, and due to the settlement of borders with the surrounding communities, these two areas would eventually merge. By 1713, there were enough citizens to warrant village meetings in the area. By 1718, the village petitioned for separation, and the town officially incorporated on November 27, 1719. The village was originally named "Westham" (short for "West Dedham"), but at the time of incorporation, its name was changed to Bellingham without record of the benefactor. The town is named for Richard Bellingham, an early governor of the Massachusetts Bay Colony.

The town was founded with a Pilgrim (Congregationalist) meeting house, like all the towns in the colony at the time. However, this church would dissolve before the middle of the century, replaced with a Baptist church. John Leland, a Baptist minister, who was a major supporter of James Madison and the First Amendment to the Constitution, was baptized in Bellingham's Baptist church in 1775. The town grew slowly, given the terrain and the limited resources. During the Industrial Revolution, several man-made ponds were constructed to support industry in land that had been swamp. Today the northern part of the town is part of the economic boom along I-495, with the southern being mostly suburban. Deborah Sampson enlisted as "Robert Shurtlieff" at Bellingham, near the end of the Revolutionary War, and disguised herself as a man, to become America's first woman soldier.

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Population (total): Population in 2010: 4,854.

Median Age: 43.1 years

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Bellingham: 135.4 (high, U.S. average is 100)

Ancestries: Ancestries: Irish (22.5%), Italian (14.7%), Brazilian (7.5%), American (7.2%), English (5.0%), Lebanese (2.1%).

Elevation: 293 feet

Land Area: 5.28 square miles.

Population Density:

Races:
      White alone - 4,445 - 91.6%
      Hispanic - 154 - 3.2%
      Asian alone - 125 - 2.6%
      Two or more races - 59 - 1.2%
      Black alone - 51 - 1.1%
      Other race alone - 15 - 0.3%
      American Indian alone - 3 - 0.06%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 2 - 0.04%

The neighboring city of Woonsocket, Rhode Island had proposed a plan to bring commuter rail service to the area which would require an extension of the MBTA Franklin line. Commuter rail service to the Greater Woonsocket area would essentially bring the rail line through the town of Bellingham, Blackstone, and terminating in Woonsocket, bringing an increased amount of tourism to the area, and increasing ridership in persons commuting to the city of Boston and Logan Airport. A study was conducted in 2007 on whether or not it would be feasible to expand the Franklin line westward; the results of which were determined that rehabilitating the old abandoned rail line would cost too much money and not bring enough benefit to the area. However, as the population grows in this general area, it is most likely that the MBTA will not drop plans for such an extension.

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