Franklin Matters

Thursday, February 12, 2026

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Thursday, February 12, 2026 ???

Thursday, February 12

Library & Senior Center events

For additional details on Library events ->

https://www.franklinma.gov/942/Calendar-of-Events

For additional details on Senior Center events ->

https://www.franklinma.gov/calendar.aspx?CID=37,24&showPastEvents=false

Note: Senior Center checking on why their events are suddenly being shown as "All Day". You can use the monthly newsletter for specific program/event times

*** Town Meetings today ***

Municipal Affordable Housing Trust Meeting

Thursday, February 12 Time: 2:00 PM

No agenda posted at this time

Charles River Pollution Control District Meeting

Thursday, February 12 Time: 4:00 PM

https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_02122026-2131

Conservation Commission Meeting

Thursday, February 12 Time: 7:00 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Item/553?fileID=7915

Cultural District Committee Meeting

Thursday, February 12 Time: 7:00 PM

https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_02122026-2125

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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

Community Open House scheduled for March 28

You may recall that Old Colony Habitat for Humanity had scheduled an Open House for one of our snowy weekends.

The new date is March 28.
Same time frame; 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Hopefully the weather will cooperate this time!

You can use this link to RSVP for the event https://bit.ly/4qrf9cR

Attention High School Students Graduating in 2026: Applications for Knights Of Columbus Scholarship Program are open

The Knights of Columbus 1847 St Mary Parish Franklin is accepting applications for The Robert Simmler PGK, Knights of Columbus Sacred Heart Council Scholarships. They are offering two scholarships, one in the sum of $3000 and the second $1500 scholarship.

The applicants must be a registered member of St Mary’s Parish in Franklin and must be graduating from High School in Spring 2026 and progressing onto their first year of study at a 2- or 4-year college/university.

All interested applicants please submit a completed scholarship application postmarked on or before the application deadline of March 27, 2026

The application form is available from the banner on the St Mary parish website www.stmarysfranklin.org or on the Knights of Columbus website https://www.kofc1847.org/ .

Knights Of Columbus Scholarship Program opens for 2026

Please fill in ALL information accurately and clearly, and then submit the completed application to

Knights of Columbus, Sacred Heart Council 1847,
St Mary’s Parish c/o Michael Swan
38 Madison Ave.
Franklin MA 02038

The scholarship recipients will receive payment upon completion of their 1st semester of studies and upon proof of enrollment in the 2nd semester.

If more information is needed, please contact Mike Swan: 508-404-4792

FHS boys hockey tops Bishop Feehan on Wednesday

Via Instagram, Franklin TV, and our subscription to HockomockSports.com, we share the results of the Winter sports competition for Franklin High School on Wednesday, February 11, 2026

Girls Basketball = Franklin, 29 @ Wachusett, 74 – Final

Boys Hockey = Franklin, 5 vs. Bishop Feehan, 2

– Franklin secured a massive win in its quest to earn a playoff berth, beating a Feehan team that went into the game nine places above the Panthers in the Div. 1 rankings. Thomas Quinn had a hat trick and an assist to power the Franklin offense. Rocco Lampasona also found the back of the net and dished out a pair of assists, while Drake McAlpine had a goal and an assist. Drew Stolller also had a helper in the win.

Girls Hockey = Canton, 5 @ Franklin, 1 – Final

– Franklin took a shock lead early in the second period but Canton answered with five straight goals to secure the league win and a sweep of the season series. The Bulldogs dominated the opening period but couldn’t find a way past Franklin junior goalie Abby Trevino, who made 17 saves in the first to keep the game scoreless. Franklin had only one shot from outside the blue line in the first, but a minute into the second it was the Panthers who found the back of the net first. Freshman Cade Taccini slipped a pass across the crease and Chiara Pecci was able to slide it under the pads for Franklin’s 10th goal of the season. The lead only lasted 38 seconds before Canton tied it. Grace Donahue’s shot from the point went through a crowd of bodies and was knocked down in the crease. Abby Stock pounced on the loose puck and knocked it in. Midway through the second, Canton took the lead. Freshman Stella DiLorenzo collected a loose puck on the right side and snapped off a shot that beat Trevino from a tight angle. Trevino made a nice save to deny Rori Sasin, but the sophomore forward stuck with the rebound and flicked it into the net for a 3-1 lead. With 1:04 left in the period, Shannon Lane made a nifty pass to Sasin in the slot and Sasin smashed a one-timer into the top corner. Both teams hit the post in the third and Canton added a fifth with 5:25 to play. Cassidy Lyons carried the puck behind the net and slid a pass in front for DiLorenzo to add her second. Trevino finished with 40 saves for the Panthers.

For a Photo Gallery from this game (subscription required) - https://hockomocksports.smugmug.com/2025-2026/Winter-2025-2026/Franklin-Canton-Girls-Hockey-02-11-26

For other results across the Hockomock League (subscription required)

https://hockomocksports.com/wednesdays-schedule-scoreboard-02-11-26/

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

Boston Globe: "The budgets for the bus go up and up"

"Massachusetts is set for another year of statewide municipal budget strain. With high inflation pushing up costs, and Prop 2½ constraining how much cities and towns can raise taxes, this spring will likely lead to tense town hall meetings across the state.

One budgetary strain stands out in particular: the skyrocketing cost of transporting schoolchildren. There are steps the state could take to ease this growing burden, and as more towns renegotiate their bus contracts and face massive jumps in costs, lawmakers should take a closer look at remedying this fiscal land mine.

FPS buses in the Holmes yard on Panther Way

In Fall River, school bus transportation costs ballooned from $8 million a year in 2021 to nearly $16 million in 2025. In 2024, Dartmouth was hit with a 26 percent increase in school transportation costs, with only one company bidding for the work. Last year, despite cutting eight buses from its fleet, Marlborough paid 8 percent more in the first year of its new transportation contract.

First: The industry of school bus transportation has changed dramatically since the COVID-19 pandemic, according to Rich LaBrie, a consultant at Alliance Education Associates who specializes in school transportation. Pre-pandemic school bus drivers were, on average, older than other trucking professionals, rarely afforded health benefits, and generally worked only part-time."

Continue reading with this "shared" link - https://www.bostonglobe.com/2026/02/10/opinion/school-bus-costs/?s_campaign=sharetool_copypaste_view

FHS Frosh Banquet scheduled for March 27, 2026

Freshman Banquet will be on March 27th.

Start preparing your outfits for the Hawaiian Theme.

Shared from - https://www.instagram.com/p/DUj1lBsjajx/

Celebrate Valentine's and support local!!!

via the Franklin Downtown Partnership:

"Love is in the FRANKLIN air! Celebrate Valentine’s Day by spreading the LOVE to your favorite local shops!

Whether it’s a romantic dinner out, shopping for the perfect gift or a Galentines Day out - we have got you covered!"

Click through to find out all the suggestions -> https://www.instagram.com/p/DUlzWT6EqvA/

Showcase your business at the SAFE Coalition Gala April 17, 2026

Showcase your business at the SAFE
Coalition Gala April 17, 2026

The SAFE Coalition is celebrating 10 years, and we need YOUR help making our Anniversary Gala silent auction unforgettable!

We're looking for donated items and experiences like:

Gift cards & gift baskets
Spa, salon, or wellness packages
Restaurant gift certificates
Event tickets or memberships
Vacation stays or travel experiences
Unique products from local shops
Art, handmade goods, or specialty items

Donate items today: https://forms.office.com/r/KwDwmnVTYY or email info@safecoalitionma.org

As an auction donor, your contribution will be featured in our online auction prior to the event, during the event, and in our event materials, providing excellent exposure for your organization while supporting a cause that is making a real difference!

Shared from - https://www.instagram.com/p/DUoObq5lJMh/

Middle School 6th Grade Orchestra & Band 02-10-26 (video)

The Franklin Middle School 6th Grade Orchestra & Band performed in concert on Tuesday, February 10, 2026. Franklin TV recorded the performance and it is available for replay.

Video link - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E9Gwctl1bsA

Intermission will be closed for February vacation week

Intermission will be taking a brief intermission-(see what we did there??)

We will be closed the week of February school vacation.

We look forward to serving you upon return.

Think Spring, friends!!!

Shared from -

https://www.instagram.com/p/DUoGT_ZkWwg/

Franklin Public Radio wfpr.fm schedule for Thursday, February 12, 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.

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:

Franklin Public Radio wfpr.fm schedule for Thursday

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)

The episode features the Board of Health meeting held Feb 4, 2026 - https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/02/board-of-health-in-planning-for-womens.html

9:00 AM, 2:00 PM, and 7:00 PM - first hour

10:00 AM, 3:00 PM, and 8:00 PM - second hour

Turntable – "Enjoy a fun experience with co-hosts The Vibe and Pauly G sharing personal discussions about a featured rock n roll vinyl record (1st hour) and the best, all music Vibe Playlist (2nd hour)"

The Turntable Show hosts, Pauly G and the Vibe feature the "Pretenders" debut record on the Album Hour and a "Women of Rock" Vibe Playlist Hour. The Pretenders debut vinyl released January 11, 1980 includes: “Brass in Pocket” (their biggest hit), “Talk of the Town”, “Kid”, and “Stop Your Sobbing”.
The Playlist Hour features many of the classic and new leading bands including: Chrissie Hynde and the Pretenders, PLUS, Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, Amy Lee and Evanescence, Haley Williams and Paramore, Stevie Nicks, Nancy and Ann Wilson and Heart, Martha Davis and The Motels, and Gwen Stefani and No Doubt. Enjoy the music of Chrissie Hynde and the Women of Rock!”

Find the playlist -> https://tinyurl.com/TurntablePlaylists

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 Thursday, February 12, 2026 (Your local Public, Education & Government "PEG" station)

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

9:30 am More Perfect Union: Susan Rodriguez McDowell

11:33 am Comfort Food: Comfort Food

12:03 pm Brook'n'Cookin: Stromboli

12:35 pm Cooking with Linda: Chicken Divan

1:30 pm Pizzapalooza: Game Day Pizza

2:00 pm New England Candlepins: Summer 2019 Show 5

3:00 pm Candlepin New Generation: Show 11

3:30 pm Aging Boldfully: Livestrong

4:30 pm Veterans' Call: Tune It Out

7:00 pm Frank Presents: Daniela Masters Pt 1

8:00 pm The Circuit Breakers

9:00 pm Circle of Friends: Kim Moberg & Jenna Nicholls

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

9:30 am Cultural Council: BT ALC Big Band

11:00 am FHS Winter Jazz 2026

2:00 pm FHS Theater Company: Lord of the Flies

3:00 pm Winning Ways with the MIAA: Shaun Hart Pt 2

4:00 pm FHS Varsity Wrestling: v Taunton 01-05-23

6:30 pm FHS Girls Varsity Hockey v Norwood 01-24-26

9:00 pm FHSTC: Peter and the Starcatcher

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

8:00 am Conservation Commission 01-29-26

2:00 pm Conservation Commission 01-29-26

7:00 pm Conservation Commission CHAMBERS 863 9713 2023

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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Wednesday, February 11, 2026

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Wednesday, February 11, 2026 ???

Wednesday, February 11

1:00pm Writer's Group (Franklin Senior Center)

6:30pm The Bad Apples Present: Date Night Concert at the Library! (Franklin Public Library)

7:00pm Smarty Pants Trivia (Raillery Public House)