Franklin Matters
Providing accurate and timely information about what matters in Franklin, MA since 2007. * Working in collaboration with Franklin TV and Radio (wfpr.fm) since October 2019 *
Thursday, November 5, 2026
Curbside Yard Waste Pick-Up is the Week of November 16, 2026!
Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm Schedule for Thursday, November 5, 2026
Yes, Franklin has it's own radio station -> wfpr.fm. Franklin Public Radio has a brand new schedule for the locally produced shows that fill our air waves.
8:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 6:00 PM - Franklin Matters Radio – Steve Sherlock covering Franklin, its local government, services, and events (Repeats Saturday at 3:00 PM)
- This week the Turntable Show re-airs the first show featuring "Mojo", the twelfth studio album by Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, released on June 15, 2010.
- The Tom Petty Vibe Playlist Hour drops the needle on popular live and studio hits including: You Want To Be A Rock 'N' Roll; First Flash of Freedom; Lover's Touch; Here Comes My Girl; Lost Without You [Live]; It's Good To Be King; The Waiting; Tweeter and the Monkey Man; and The Trip to Pirate's Cove. Enjoy a replay of the 1st Turntable Show and music with amazing mojo!
Franklin TV schedule for Thursday, November 5, 2026
Franklin All Access TV - Our Public Access Channel (Comcast 6, Verizon 26) = Thursday
Franklin Pride TV - Our Educational Channel (Comcast 8, Verizon 28) = Thursday
Franklin Town Hall TV - Our Government Channel (Comcast 9, Verizon 29) = Thursday
8:00 am Town Council 10-28-26
1:00 pm Town Council 10-28-26
6:00 pm Town Council 11-4-26 CHAMBERS 874 7637 4445
Get this week's program guide for Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) online http://franklin.tv/programguide.pdf
Wednesday, November 4, 2026
What's happening in Franklin, MA: Wednesday, November 4, 2026
Board of Health Meeting
Wednesday, November 4 Time: 5:00 PM
https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_11042026-2588
Town Council Meeting
Wednesday, November 4 Time: 6:00 PM
https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_11042026-2593
Town of Franklin: Unofficial Results for Nov 3, 2026 State Election
Exploring Goldsmith Wine Selections for Thanksgiving (Wine Club Event)
Date: Thursday, November 19thTime: 7:00 PM – 8:30 PMLocation: The Wine Room at Franklin LiquorsHost: Roger Warner
Franklin voters and advocates share their views (video)
FHS field hockey & volleyball D1 seeds and initial playoff matches revealed
- Division 1 - #2 Franklin (15-1-2) will host #31 Durfee (10-7-1) on Thursday, 11/5 at 3:30.
- Division 1 = #5 Franklin (18-2) will host #28 Springfield Central (17-2) on a date and time to be announced.
School cafeterias were turned into haunted kitchens last Thursday and Friday (video)
Pop-Up Holiday Shop scheduled for Saturday, November 21, 2026
Who doesn’t love pizza? Help the FHS girls soccer team fudner raiser at Bar Pizza- Weds, Nov 4 from 4 to 8 PM
You can help the Franklin Music Boosters with their fund raiser at Dave's Hot Chicken on Friday, Nov 6
Make the most of the half day with lunch at Dave's Hot Chicken and support the Franklin Music Boosters!
Friday, November 6 -> 11 AM - 2 PM
See the flyer for all the details!
New Instagram account for Tri-County Athletic Dept
Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm Schedule for Wednesday, November 4, 2026
Franklin TV schedule for Wednesday, November 4, 2026
Franklin All Access TV - Our Public Access Channel (Comcast 6, Verizon 26) = WEDNESDAY
Franklin Pride TV - Our Educational Channel (Comcast 8, Verizon 28) = WEDNESDAY
Franklin Town Hall TV - Our Government Channel (Comcast 9, Verizon 29) = WEDNESDAY
Get this week's program guide for Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) online http://franklin.tv/programguide.pdf
Tuesday, November 3, 2026
What's happening in Franklin, MA: Tuesday, November 3, 2026
Franklin School Committee Policy Subcommittee Meeting
Tuesday, November 3 Time: 6:00 PM
https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_11032026-2592
Franklin School Committee Meeting
Tuesday, November 3 Time: 7:00 PM
https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_11032026-2591
BEN 4 Franklin schedules Panel discussion on complete and vibrant downtowns - Nov 12
Give Thanks by Giving Back: Support the Hockomock Area YMCA’s Thanksgiving Food Drive
• Stuffing mix• Dessert mixes (cookies, brownies, cakes, etc.)• Cornbread or cornbread mixes• Canned cranberry sauce• Canned vegetables (green beans, corn, carrots, etc.)• Boxed potatoes (mashed or au gratin)• Canned fruit (apples, peaches, pears, etc.)• Gravy
At the Hockomock Area YMCA, strengthening community is our cause. The Hockomock Area YMCA is an organization of men, women, and children sharing a commitment to nurture the potential of kids, promote healthy living, and foster a sense of social responsibility.The Hockomock Area YMCA is committed to partnering and collaborating with others to create and deliver lasting personal and social change in the 16 communities they are privileged to serve. The Hockomock Area YMCA is a not-for-profit charitable cause-driven organization with facilities in North Attleboro, Foxboro, Franklin, and Mansfield. For more information visit hockymca.org.


















