Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm Schedule for Monday, October 26, 2026

Yes, Franklin has its own radio station -> wfpr.fm. Franklin Public Radio has a brand new schedule for the locally produced shows that fill our air waves.   

It is available anywhere, anytime at wfpr.fm or in the local Franklin, MA area at 102.9 on the FM dial.  

Tune in to listen to the following:

Get this week's program guide for Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) online  http://franklin.tv/programguide.pdf

Franklin TV schedule for Monday, Oct 26, 2026

• Franklin All Access TV - Our Public Access Channel (Comcast 6, Verizon 26) = MONDAY

7:00 am Aging Boldfully: Jenn Goebel

8:00 am Veterans' Oral History Project: Dave Cargill

9:00 am ArtWeek: Airmen of Note

11:30 am Cooking Thyme: Lobstah

12:00 pm Brook'n'Cookin: Chicken Salad

12:30 pm Cook with Linda: Chicken with Dijon

1:30 pm Pizzapalooza: Healthy Pizza Crusts

2:30 pm New England Candlepins Summer 2023 Show 4

3:30 pm Senior Expo 2026

3:40 pm FM: Rotary Car Show

4:00 pm Winning Ways with the MIAA: Districts

5:00 pm FM Journal October 2026

6:00 pm Aging Agenda: Brian Maxfield

7:00 pm Frank Presents: Tamisha Civil

7:30 pm Frank Presents: Mike Maraglia

8:00 pm Franklin Matters: Cemetery Tour

9:00 pm Town of Franklin Voter Information Session 2026

10:00 pm Circle of Friends: Brother Sun

• Franklin Pride TV - Our Educational Channel        (Comcast 8, Verizon 28) = MONDAY

8:30 am Veterans Oral History Project: Joseph McMannus

9:30 am Winning Ways with the MIAA: Districts

10:30 am Middle School 7th & 8th Grade Chorus & Orchestra

12:30 pm Lifelong Music Spring 2025: Band and Glee

2:00 pm FHS Girls Varsity Soccer v Medfield 10-13-26

6:30 pm Franklin Youth Softball: All-Stars 06-11-26

9:00 pm FHSTC: Peter and the Starcatcher

• Franklin Town Hall TV - Our Government Channel (Comcast 9, Verizon 29) = MONDAY

8:00 am Planning Board 10-19-26

10:00 am Town Charter AD Hoc Committee CHAMBERS 874 7455 4498

12:00 pm Finance Committee 10-21-26

2:00 pm Planning Board 10-19-26

Get this week's program guide for Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) online  http://franklin.tv/programguide.pdf 

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What's happening in Franklin, MA: Sunday, October 25, 2026 ???

Sunday, October 25

Get your spot for the FHS Theatre Company Boosters November Calendar Raffle

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/10/get-your-spot-for-fhs-theatre-company.html

7:30am Dean Dash Fall 5k (Longley Athletic Complex)

8:00am Early voting (Town Clerk's Office)

12:00pm 7th Annual Pumpkin Patch (St John's Episcopal Church)

1:00pm Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

2:00pm Disney’s Frozen (THE BLACK BOX)

5:45pm ‘Over the Garden Wall’ themed walk with song (Dean College)

*** NO Town Meetings today ***

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Find the full Community event calendar https://bit.ly/FranklinCommunityCalendar

If you have an event to add to the calendar, you can use the form to submit it for publication: https://bit.ly/Submit2Calendar

The Town meeting calendar is found https://www.franklinma.gov/Calendar.aspx

The School district calendar is found https://franklinpublicschooldistrictma.sites.thrillshare.com/o/fpsd/page/school-calendar

Agenda for Town Council meeting Wednesday, Oct 28 at FHS Auditorium

Franklin Town Council

Agenda & Meeting Packet

October 28, 2026, 6:00 PM

Franklin High School Auditorium - 218 Oak Street

1. ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM THE CHAIR

a. This meeting is being recorded by Franklin TV and shown on Comcast channel 9 and Verizon Channel 29. This meeting may be recorded by others.

b. Chair to identify members participating remotely.

c. Upcoming Town Sponsored Community Events.

2. CITIZEN COMMENTS

a. Citizens are welcome to express their views for up to three minutes on a matter that is not on the agenda. In compliance with G.L. Chapter 30A, Section 20 et seq, the Open Meeting Law, the Council cannot engage in a dialogue or comment on a matter raised during Citizen Comments. The Council may ask the Town Administrator to review the matter. Nothing herein shall prevent the Town Administrator from correcting a misstatement of fact.

3. COUNCILOR COMMENTS

4. SUBCOMMITTEE & AD HOC COMMITTEE REPORTS

a. Joint Budget Subcommittee (next meeting: TBD)

b. Economic Development Subcommittee (next meetings: October 29, 6pm; November 12, 6pm, December 10, 6pm)

c. Communications Subcommittee (next meeting TBD)

d. Town Charter Ad Hoc Committee (next meeting: October 26, 10am)

e. Town Administrator Evaluation Ad Hoc Committee (next meeting: October 26, 4:30pm)

5. TOWN ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT

6. PROCLAMATIONS / RECOGNITIONS

a. Retirement Proclamation: Police Chief Thomas “TJ” Lynch

b. Police Department Promotion Recognitions:

i. Chief of Police, James West

ii. Deputy Chief of Police, Eric Copeland

7. APPROVAL OF MINUTES

a. October 14, 2026  https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/11477/October-14-2026---TC-Meeting-Minutes-for-Approval

8. APPOINTMENTS

a. Election Workers  https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/11480/8a-Appointments---Election-Workers

9. PUBLIC HEARINGS - 6:00 PM - None Scheduled.

10. LICENSE TRANSACTIONS

a. Farmer-Winery Farmers Market License - Blisspoint LLC d/b/a Blisspoint Meadery  https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/11486/10a-1---LICENSE-TRANSACTION---Farmers-Market---Blisspoint-Meadery---Google-Docs_2_combine

11. PRESENTATIONS / DISCUSSION

a. Tax Rate Workshop #2

i. Town Administration Memorandum  https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/11487/11a-i---MEMO---Tax-Rate-Workshop-2

12. LEGISLATION FOR ACTION

a. Resolution 26-56: Town Council’s Support for Restoration of Full-Service Acute-Care Hospital Services at 800 Washington Street, Norwood (Motion to Approve Resolution 26-56 - Majority Vote)  https://www.franklinma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/11483/12-26-56---Letter-of-Support-Norwood-Hospital-

b. Resolution 26-57: Gift Acceptances (Motion to Approve Resolution 26-57 - Majority Vote)  https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/11482/12c-26-57---Gift-Acceptances---Senior-Ctr

13. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS

14. EXECUTIVE SESSION - None Scheduled.

15. ADJOURN

Note: Two-Thirds Vote: requires 6 votes

Majority Vote: requires majority of members present and voting

The agenda also contains remote participation info

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_10282026-2583 

Horace Mann Legacy: "Common Schools from Coast-to-Coast!"

Common Schools from Coast-to-Coast! 📍🇺🇸

​From the birthplace of Horace Mann right here in Franklin, MA, all the way to Fargo and from Sheboygan out to San Francisco on the California coast — his vision for free, accessible education spread everywhere!

​We mapped out over 60 schools across 25 states that proudly bear the name of "The Father of the Common School."

​Is there a Horace Mann school in your state? Let us know in the comments! 👇

​#HoraceMann #CommonSchool #CoastToCoast #PublicEducation #EducationHistory NamesakeNetwork FranklinMA

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FHS girls soccer & field hockey teams post wins on Saturday

Via Instagram, Franklin TV, and our subscription to HockomockSports.com, we share the results of the Fall sports competition for Franklin High School on Saturday, October 24, 2026.

Boys soccer = Franklin, 1 @ Bishop Feehan, 3 – Final 

– Deacon Eglitine put Franklin in front off of a nice assist from Jax Poverman, but Bishop Feehan answered with two goals against the run of play to turn the game around. The Panthers pushed hard for an equalizer from there, only for Feehan to add a late insurance goal as Franklin committed numbers forward.

Girls Soccer = Franklin, 3 @ Wachusett, 1 – Final 

– Lily Strong scored twice and Franklin pulled out a tough road win at fellow D1 playoff team Wachusett. Strong had a brace to put the Panthers ahead 2-0, the first assisted by Hannah Griffith and the second by Sophia Horton. Wachusett took advantage of confusion in the Franklin defense to get one back, but a timeout settled things down for the Panthers. Horton would seal the win with a free kick to boost Franklin’s push for a top four seed.

Field Hockey = Franklin, 5 @ Bishop Feehan, 0 – Final 

– Junior Penelope Brady and junior Clara Blongastainer scored twice apiece as Franklin turned in another complete performance against Bishop Feehan. Brady opened the scoring off a feed from senior Jossie Camp and added her second from senior Ella Marzullo, while Blongastainer struck once in the first quarter and again in the fourth. Sophomore Cade Taccini finished with a goal and two assists, senior Caydence Canavan added two assists, and Camp picked up her second helper of the day. Franklin’s midfield and defense kept Feehan from earning a single offensive corner, while junior Elise Ackerman made four saves to preserve the shutout.

For other results across the Hockomock League (subscription required)

https://hockomocksports.com/saturdays-schedule-scoreboard-10-24-26/

FHS Panther sports results shared via Twitter & subscription to HockomockSports.com

Franklin TV: Thanksgiving Day Football - Bringing the Excitement Home!

"Thanksgiving Day in Franklin wouldn’t be complete without football, family, and hometown pride! This year, Franklin TV is teaming up with the KP Collaborative to help bring the excitement of Thanksgiving Day football right to your screen with upcoming live game coverage.

Whether you’re cheering from the sidelines, celebrating with family around the table, or tuning in from afar, you won’t have to miss a moment of the action.

From the energy on the field to the traditions that bring our community together, Franklin TV is proud to help keep fans connected to the teams, athletes, and hometown spirit that make this annual matchup so special.

Can’t make it to the game? We’re bringing the game to you! Get ready to cheer on our local athletes, celebrate the Thanksgiving tradition, and experience the excitement from wherever you are.

Stay tuned to Franklin TV for more details on our upcoming live coverage. This Thanksgiving, we’re bringing the community together—one play, one cheer, and one hometown tradition at a time!

Continue reading additional news in this week's programming guide"

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1oZvxOFAKpsZr6YO6UrwIW7nbBGOesrdO/view?usp=drive_link

Countdown to Ali's Annual Holiday Shop!! - Saturday, November 21 - from 10 to 11:30 AM

Tri-County Sports Schedule for week of 10/26 to 10/31/26

Rolling into the final week of the season for some of our teams. Work hard, today counts!!! #tcpride

This week (Oct 26 - Oct 31, 2026) at the Franklin Public Library

Don't Let these #libraryprograms creep by!

#franklinma Town of Franklin

FREE Choking Emergency Class hosted by Franklin Fire and the Franklin Health Department!

FREE Choking Emergency Class hosted by Franklin Fire and the Franklin Health Department!

This hands-on, one-hour educational class will teach participants how to recognize choking emergencies in adults, children, and infants, including how to perform back blows and abdominal/chest thrusts. No certification is provided.

Class Details:

Date: Wednesday, November 18, 2026

Time: 4:00–5:30 PM

Location: EOC Classroom, Franklin Fire Headquarters, 40 West Central Street, Franklin, MA

Sign-Up: https://tinyurl.com/ChokingClass

Please share the attached flyer on your social media pages, with your networks, or with anyone who may be interested. Helping us spread the word will allow more community members to learn these important, potentially life-saving skills!

Thank you for your continued support and help promoting community health and safety.

Franklin Police Dept welcomes officer Nathan Perry

"WELCOME TO THE FRANKLIN POLICE DEPARTMENT

Please join us in welcoming and congratulating Officer Nathan Perry on joining the Franklin Police Department!

(L-R) Deputy Chief West, Officer Perry, Lt Collechi

Officer Perry recently graduated from the 2nd R.O.C. Marlborough Police Academy and will begin his field training this Monday.

Congratulations, Officer Perry! We’re excited to have you on the team and wish you the best as you begin this next chapter of your law enforcement career. Welcome to Franklin!"

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Math Spooky House scheduled for Sunday, October 25 from 5:30 - 7:30 PM

RSM Franklin is hosting a FREE Spooky House event on Sunday, October 25, from 5:30–7:30 PM, and we’d love for you to join us! 

Families can enjoy spooky math challenges, games, candy, prizes, and Halloween fun. 

It’s a great opportunity for kids to learn while celebrating the season!

Follow the Facebook event for more info - https://fb.me/e/6A9m9nNJa

RSM = Russian School of Math

The Annual Lantern Walk is happening November 1 at 5:00 PM

The Annual Lantern Walk is happening November 1, from 5:00 - 6:00 PM!!!

First Universalist Society in Franklin

262 Chestnut Street

Join us for this magical tradition to welcome the darkness. Bring a lantern or use one of ours. We will gather, light our lanterns, sing songs, and go for a walk together around the FUSF grounds. Afterwards, we will enjoy community with a fire and hot cider.  

The event is free and open to all ages. Bring your friends. Please wear weather appropriate clothing and close toed shoes.

For more about this and other events at FUSF  https://fusf.org/2026/06/23/annual-lantern-walk/

Terrazza retiring and closing at the end of 2026

Time to Say Goodbye!

After 22+ years Terrazza is closing at the end of the year. We hate to go, but it’s time to retire!

The store is all decked out for the season. The SALE starts on Friday, October 23rd and continues until everything is gone. EVERYTHING is on sale! All fixtures for sale too.

See you there!

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Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm Schedule for Sunday, October 25, 2026

Yes, Franklin has its own radio station -> wfpr.fm.

Franklin Public Radio has a schedule full of the locally produced shows that fill our air waves. 

It is available anywhere, anytime at wfpr.fm or in the local Franklin, MA area at 102.9 on the FM dial.

Tune in to listen to the following: (see image)

Get this week's program guide for Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) online  http://franklin.tv/programguide.pdf

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Saturday, October 24, 2026 ???

Saturday, October 24

Get your spot for the FHS Theatre Company Boosters November Calendar Raffle

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/10/get-your-spot-for-fhs-theatre-company.html

8:00am Early voting (Town Clerk's Office)

9:00am Thrifty Threads (Franklin Federated Church)

10:00am 7th Annual Pumpkin Patch (St John's Episcopal Church)

10:00am Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

10:00am Drug Takeback Events (31 Hayward St)

10:00am    Steps & Strides group walk/run    (SNETT Trail)

10:30am Trunk or Treat! (Franklin Public Library)

2:00pm Disney’s Frozen (THE BLACK BOX)

2:00pm Halloween Party (Franklin Police)

4:00pm Lions - Trunk or Treat (Franklin High School)

4:00pm Trunk or Treat / Community Cookout (Franklin United Methodist)

7:30pm Disney’s Frozen (THE BLACK BOX)

7:30pm Richard Shindell (live music) (262 Chestnut St)

8:00pm Karaoke at The Raillery (Raillery Public House)

8:00pm Kendo (live music) (The Tavern on Central)

For additional details on Library events -> https://www.franklinma.gov/942/Calendar-of-Events

*** NO Town Meetings today ***

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Find the full Community event calendar https://bit.ly/FranklinCommunityCalendar

If you have an event to add to the calendar, you can use the form to submit it for publication: https://bit.ly/Submit2Calendar

The Town meeting calendar is found https://www.franklinma.gov/Calendar.aspx

The School district calendar is found https://franklinpublicschooldistrictma.sites.thrillshare.com/o/fpsd/page/school-calendar

Pumpkin Patch open until October 31 with pumpkins of all sizes

The folks at St. John’s Church Pumpkin Patch have been busy selling pumpkins and plants this month. And there’s still plenty more. Come and buy your pumpkin for Halloween fun and autumn decorating. 

The large pumpkins are great for carving, the smaller pumpkins are ideal for baking treats, plus gourds and mums add interest to seasonal decorations. All are displayed throughout the lawn at 237 Pleasant Street, Franklin. Cash, checks, credit and debit cards are accepted.

The patch is open 7 days a week through October 31. Here’s the schedule:

• Monday-Friday 4:00 pm-6:00 pm
• Saturdays 10:00 am-4:00 pm
• Sundays Noon-4:00 pm

The pumpkins are grown using sustainable agricultural practices that help benefit the environment. They are grown in a region of New Mexico with 42% unemployment, providing jobs for Navajo people. Proceeds from pumpkin & plant sales benefit the Navajo Nation in New Mexico as well as St. John’s Episcopal Church and its service in the Franklin community. 

For more information:

• Call the office 508-528-2387
• Email admin@stjohnsfranklinma.org
• Follow us on Facebook at St John’s Episcopal Church
• See our website at www.stjohnsfranklinma.org