NextUp9 schedules Food drive through Nov 22 for the Franklin Food Pantry

"The need for food assistance in our community is high, and Next9Up is stepping up to help! We are hosting a Food Drive to benefit the Franklin Food Pantry, which provides supplemental food and household necessities to over 1,800 individuals in our area.

Here's how you can help! 🙏

- You can bring your items to the facility and leave on the table in the lobby - here is a full list of all the needs from the food pantry - https://www.franklinfoodpantry.org/get-involved/pantry-needs/ or check out the info below.

- Besides non-perishable food and household items, you can also donate to the Food Pantry by utilizing their Amazon wish list (https://franklinfoodpantry.mindfulgiving.org/campaigns/amazon-wish-list/products) or donate grocery store gift cards (by sending them to the address below)

We will be collecting until Sunday, Nov. 22. 

Thank you in advance for your incredible generosity! 

We can't wait to see the community come together to support the Franklin Food Pantry. "

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

Frank Presents: Mike Maraglia on Ballot Question #3 (video)

This episode of Frank Presents has Frank Falvey interviewing Mike Maraglia on the Ballot Question #3 (same day registration to vote).

Video link - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fVuJ7t85Kqg

Fire Dept training on extraction from electric vehicles funded via FEMA grant

"This past week each group participated in training focused on the response to incidents involving electric vehicles delivered by Chris Soda of Junk Yard Dog Extrication Training.  

There was a classroom and practical portion each day.  

This training was funded through the FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program. "

Additional pictures of the training can be found - https://www.facebook.com/share/1K4H3mGzRW/

Mark your calendar for the BFCCPS Book Fair scheduled for Nov 16 through Nov 19, 2026

via the B.F.C.C.P.S Parent Community Organization

"The Book Fair is coming! 📚

Save the date and stay tuned for class schedule, volunteer opportunities and more!

👉Want to get ahead on setting up your e-wallet? 

Make one here: https://account.scholastic.com/my-scholastic/profile/ewallet.html?fairID=6206970&sUCN=600130724

👉We will need LOTS of volunteers to run the book fair. Get ahead on making sure your CORI is all set. 

Download the form here: https://sites.google.com/bfccps.org/bfccpspco/get-involved?authuser=0"

Shared from - https://www.facebook.com/share/p/19yYduupGN/

Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm Schedule for Saturday, October 31, 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: (see image)

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

Frank Presents: Tamisha Civil (video)

Frank Falvey interviews Tamisha Civil, candidate for re-election to the Governor's Council, in this episode of Frank Presents

Shared from - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VvPtsRbln3g

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Friday, October 30, 2026 ???

Friday, October 30

• 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
• Last time to Order your KoC Thanksgiving Pie(s)  Please visit our website www.kofc1847.org/payments-thanksgiving-pie-sale

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

9:00am Advance Removal of Early Voted Ballots (3rd floor trng room)

10:00am Knitting Group (Franklin Public Library)

1:00pm Thrifty Threads (Franklin Federated Church)

2:00pm Farmers Market (Franklin Town Common)

3:00pm The JBTS Quintet (live music) (Franklin Town Common)

4:00pm 7th Annual Pumpkin Patch (St John's Episcopal Church)

7:30pm 2026 Fall Dance Concert (Dean College Main Stage Theater)

***  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

Yes, the last Franklin Famers Market for this season is here today: Friday, Oct 30 from 2 to 6 PM

"See you at the Franklin Farmers Market this Friday! 

The last Franklin Farmers Market of the season!

Join us on Friday, October 30, from 2–6 PM on the Town Common for another afternoon of local shopping, fresh food, and community. This week's market features 40+ local vendors, and music from The JBTS Quintet.

Whether you're stocking up on fresh produce, picking up handmade goods, or just stopping by to enjoy the afternoon, there's something for everyone.

Take a look through this week's vendor lineup and start planning your visit. We can't wait to see you there!"

FHS boys soccer ties with Mansfield on Thursday

Via Instagram, Franklin TV, and our subscription to HockomockSports.com, we share the results of the Fall sports competition for Franklin High School on Thursday, October 29, 2026.

Boys Soccer = Mansfield, 1 @ Franklin, 1 – Final

– Mansfield battled back in the second half to earn a draw against Franklin. The Hornets played well in the opening half but went into the break down a goal before junior Connor Fernandes pulled them even midway through the second half. A deflected service from junior Tyler Gentili fell to Fernandes all alone with the keeper, and he blasted it home to tie the game. Mansfield turned in a strong team effort after halftime to secure the result.

Girls Soccer = Franklin, 3 @ King Philip, 4 – Final

"When King Philip’s Ella McDonald scored just five minutes into the second half, it sure felt like a case of “Here we go again.”

After six goals in a frantic first half, the seventh arrived almost immediately after the break, and it looked like the track meet would roll on.

Instead, that proved to be the last goal of the night, as McDonald’s strike stood up as the winner in King Philip’s 4-3 victory over Franklin."

Continue reading the recap (subscription required)

https://hockomocksports.com/ella-mcdonald-king-philip-girls-soccer-final-answer-back-forth-battle-franklin/

Volleyball = Franklin, 2 @ Chelmsford, 3 – Final

"Franklin seemed to be in the driver’s seat in every set against Chelmsford on Thursday in a girls volleyball showdown.

The Lions, though, continuously found a way to respond and triumphed, 3-2.

Chelmsford (19-1, 14-1 MVC) capped off its regular season with three straight 3-2 wins in non-league games.

“Our team leadership was tremendous,” Lions head coach Edgar Valdez said. “If I wasn’t talking, they were talking.”

Continue reading the recap (subscription required)

https://hockomocksports.com/franklin-falls-to-chelmsford-in-five-set-battle/

For other results across the Hockomock League (subscription required)

https://hockomocksports.com/thursdays-schedule-scoreboard-10-29-26/

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

The Rausch Report for October 2026

Dear Friend,

Greetings and happy (almost) Halloween. I hope you’ve been enjoying the season's harvest fairs and stunning fall foliage as much as I have. Another highlight: I gave the keynote address at Northeastern University’s sustainability symposium, speaking about the pending environmental bond bill and the profound importance of civic engagement for protecting our environment.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and I’m proud to share the Senate passed my bill to officially designate October 15 as Lobular Breast Cancer Awareness Day in Massachusetts! More on that big win, which took place on October 15, below. 

In other legislative news, the Senate plans to vote next week on a $2.6 billion supplemental budget to close out FY26. This budget authorizes millions in investments for regional transit and maternal and children’s health. It would also require simpler cancellation processes for online subscriptions and give towns and cities more flexibility to pay down deficits related to the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Finally, voting is underway in advance of next week’s Election Day! You can early vote in person through tomorrow, use your mail ballot if you requested one, or vote in person on Tuesday. 

Read on in this month’s Rausch Report for details on voting, upcoming happenings in the district, legislation engrossed by the Senate, events I’ve attended, and more.

For real-time updates, please follow me on Facebook and Instagram. If you are a constituent and need assistance, please call me and my team at (617) 722-1555, email me at becca.rausch@masenate.gov, or attend upcoming office hours. We are here to help.     

Yours in service, 

Senator Becca Rausch

Continue reading this edition of the Rausch Report

https://mailchi.mp/masenate/monthlynewsletter-18256154?e=0c2c9810fe

Students (middle school & up): You can help to Feed Local Families by Volunteering as a Pantry Elf!

"Looking for a meaningful way to give back this season while earning community service hours? The Franklin Food Pantry is calling on middle school, high school, and college students to join our annual Pantry Elves campaign!

Running through December, Pantry Elves is a student-led online crowdfunding drive. Every dollar raised directly helps the Pantry purchase essential food, personal care items, and household supplies for local families in need.

Make a real impact right here in our community. 

Visit our website https://www.franklinfoodpantry.org/get-involved/volunteer/pantryelves/ to learn more 

or reach out to Special Events Manager Jen Johnson at Jjohnson@franklinfoodpantry.org to volunteer

Download the flyer to share or as a reminder"

https://drive.google.com/file/d/10EKk77TCVuBoPzcj8gAR_epGrYnLhu4C/view?usp=drive_link

Conservation at Farmer's Market Friday, October 30: DIY Field Journals, Native Seeds, Stickers, and More!

"Join us Friday, October 30 tomorrow to design your very own field journal, receive native seeds for your landscape, and more. We look forward to seeing you!"

Shared from - https://www.franklinma.gov/m/newsflash/home/detail/208

Rebecca Loebe scheduled for the Circle of Friends Coffeehouse - Nov. 7

Singer-songwriter Rebecca Loebe has a knack for combining catchy melodies with thoughtful, meaningful lyrics. Blending folk, pop, and Americana, she brings a warm, expressive voice and an engaging sense of humor to her performances.

Audiences may recognize her from the first season of NBC's The Voice, where she was a member of Adam Levine's team. Long before that national television appearance, however, she was already building a loyal following through years of touring and performing.

Based in Austin, Texas, Loebe has taken her music throughout North America, Europe, and Japan. Her critically acclaimed album Give Up Your Ghosts earned praise from Billboard and Rolling Stone, showcasing her ability to tackle subjects such as self-worth and women's equality without sacrificing irresistible melodies. Her concerts offer a wonderful combination of heartfelt storytelling, infectious energy, and the kind of songs you'll find yourself humming on the way home.

Tickets available online - https://www.circlefolk.org/schedule/rebeccaloebe1126

The Horace Mann Legacy started right here in Franklin, MA

"If you’re following the Horace Mann Legacy Instagram account, you probably already know that the father of American public education was born right here in Franklin. But do you know exactly where his childhood home was?

He grew up on his family farm on what is now East Central Street! Today, if you’re running errands at the Horace Mann Plaza or stopping next door at Franklin Liquors, you are passing the exact starting point of a legacy that reshaped the nation’s schools.

The location is denoted by this granite monument right along the road. It’s a quiet, staggering piece of hometown history hiding in plain sight during our daily drives across town.

Next time you're stuck at the light by Shaw's & CVS,  see if you can spot it!"

Follow the Horace Mann Legacy account - https://www.instagram.com/horacemann.legacy/

Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm Schedule for Friday, October 30, 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:

8:00 AM, 1:00 PM and 6:00 PM   Franklin Matters Radio – Steve Sherlock  Franklin and its local government, services and events  (repeats Saturday at 2 PM)  

9:00 AM, 2:00 PM, and 7:00 PM

10:00 AM, 3:00 PM, and 8:00 PM - Talkin’ the Blues – Jim Derick & Nick Remissong. 2 hours of awesome blues music, info, interviews  Showcasing the "Blues" as a basis for and influence of Country, Jazz and Rock and Roll, here and worldwide.

11:00 AM, 4:00 PM, and 9:00 PM - “The Vibe” show plays music for everyone searching for some enjoyment, some dance, a happy or thinking mood, and most importantly, having fun.  Tune in to wfpr.fm and listen to “DJ Vibe” spin music across many genres and join this new vibing experience

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 Friday, Oct 30, 2026

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

8:30 am Frank Presents: Tamisha Civil

9:00 am Frank Presents: Mike Maraglia

10:00 am Aging Boldfully: Jenn Goebel

11:00 am Senior Connection: Kitchen Gadgets Pt. 3

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

12:30 pm Cook with Linda: Chicken with Dijon

1:30 pm Pizzapalooza: Healthy Pizza Crusts

2:00 pm New England Candlepins Summer 2023 Show 4

3:00 pm Senior Expo 2026

3:10 pm FM: Rotary Car Show

3:30 pm Winning Ways with the MIAA: Districts

5:30 pm Second Sunday Speaker Series: Hayward Manor

9:00 pm Circle of Friends: Brother Sun

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

9:30 am Lifelong Music Spring 2025: Band and Glee

11:00 am Metrowest Symposium: Equity & Access in Arts & Culture

1:00 pm FHS Winter Jazz 2026

2:30 pm 6th Grade Winter Music 02-10-26

4:00 pm Battleship Cove: Inside the History: Pt. 4

9:30 pm FHSTC: Peter and the Starcatcher

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

8:00 am Zoning Board of Appeals 10-15-26

2:00 pm Zoning Board of Appeals 10-15-26

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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Find out how Direct Impact Checking helps both Direct Federal CU and the SAFE Coalition (audio/video)

FM #1844 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1844 in the series. 

This session shares my conversation with Jennifer Levine, Executive Director, SAFE Coalition and Danya Raphael, Vice President, Brand Experience, Direct Federal Credit Union. We had our discussion virtually on Tuesday, October 27, 2026.

 

We talk about 

• Direct Impact Checking

• Account features

• Linked to one of 4 non-profits

• SAFE Coalition

• PFLAG Greater Boston

• The Ellie Fund

• Raising A Reader Massachusetts

• Importance of listening to serve the community

• Importance of building relationships

The recording runs about 20 minutes, so let’s listen/watch

Audio link - https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1844-direct-impact-checking-with-safe-coalition-10-27-26/

Video link - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TlK8J9OiwSk

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Direct Federal home page - https://www.direct.com 

Press release on Direct Impact Checking - https://www.direct.com/learn/news/direct-federal-credit-union-launches-direct-impact-checking-turning-everyday-spending-into-community-impact 

SAFE Coalition home page - https://www.safecoalitionma.org/ 

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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial. 

This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help.

How can you help?

• If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors

• If you don't like something here, please let me know

• And if you have interest in reporting on meetings or events, please reach out. We’ll share and show you what and how we do what we do

Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening.

For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/  or www.franklin.news 

If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com

The music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley". The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission.

I hope you enjoy!

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Frank Falvey talks with Andrew Mikula about Ballot Question #7 in this episode of Frank Presents (video)

Frank Falvey talks with Andrew Mikula about Ballot Question #7 in this episode of Frank Presents

Video link - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D3fO5KzGoqU