Save the Date: FHS Baseball fund raiser at Elks Lodge - October 17

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Franklin Fire Dept 25th Anniversary 9/11 Memorial Services (audio)

FM #1819 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1819 in the series. 

This session of the radio show shares the Franklin Fire Dept 25th Anniversary 9/11 Memorial Services. Franklin Firefighters Local along Franklin Police Dept conducted the services at the headquarter fire station, downtown Franklin, September 11, 2026. 

Speakers in order

• Master of Ceremony - Josh Impey

• Chaplain Bob Poitras 

• State Representative Jeff Roy and State Senator Becca Rausch 

• Deputy Police Chief West, and Police Chief TJ Lynch 

• Fire Chief Charles Allen 

• Musical performances of the National Anthem, Amazing Grace, and Taps performed by Franklin High School students guided by Dianne Plouffe

The ceremony runs about 40 minutes. Let’s listen in

Audio link - https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1819-franklin-fire-25th-anniversary-9-11-memorial-svc-09-11-26/

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Link to photo album - https://photos.app.goo.gl/7vj3TE2SjyY9rf5LA

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

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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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FHS boys soccer fund raiser at Santa Fe Burrito, Tuesday, Sep 8

"First game Tuesday (tomorrow)! Let Santa Fe take care of dinner after the game."

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Space available in co-ed Rec soccer programs for 7th-12th graders

via Franklin HS Soccer Boosters

"Do you have–or know anyone who has a 7th-12th grader who enjoys playing soccer, but isn’t currently on a team for any reason? Maybe your family is juggling too much to commit to the travel program, another program didn’t have enough space for your child, or your child would just prefer to play a more fun-focused game? Good news!

We still have space in our co-ed Rec soccer programs for 7th-12th graders!

This is a co-ed program with an intramural style of play. The goal is to have fun playing soccer and expect some dynamic changes game day while we figure out how to keep the teams even during the game.

- Practice once a week in Franklin (day/time TBD)

- One game a week for 8 Saturdays in Franklin at 1:30pm (beginning 9/26)

- Format- (either 7v7, 9v9, or 11v11 simply based on numbers)

If your 7th-12th grader would like to join our Rec soccer program for the Fall 2026 season, please register here: [https://app.playmetrics.com/signup?clubToken=TG9naW4tQ2x1Yi52MS0xNDgyLTE3OTM1NTMxMjJ8SUJkOEJma3ZYY3dURXIwUVRyMXZsbUFyRUNkemEvM3BON0oxU0kxSHFTTT0=&program_id=103352](https://app.playmetrics.com/signup?clubToken=TG9naW4tQ2x1Yi52MS0xNDgyLTE3OTM1NTMxMjJ8SUJkOEJma3ZYY3dURXIwUVRyMXZsbUFyRUNkemEvM3BON0oxU0kxSHFTTT0=&program_id=103352)

If you have any questions please email info@franklinyouthsoccer.org, and I will be happy to help in any way I can!'

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FHS Girls Soccer Trivia Night Fundraiser Thursday, Sept 10 at 6:30 PM

"All are welcome! Gather a team of friends, family, or fellow soccer parents—or come on your own and join a team! 

PURCHASE YOUR TRIVIA NIGHT & 50/50 RAFFLE TICKETS HERE:" https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/lacantina-tickets

FHS golf team opens season with win vs. Attleboro

Via Instagram, Franklin TV, and our subscription to HockomockSports.com, we share the results of the Fall sports competition for Franklin High School on Friday, September 4, 2026

Golf = Attleboro, 177 @ Franklin, 149 – Final 

– Franklin’s Ben Burgess started his senior year in style, firing a three-under-par medalist round to lead the Panthers to a season-opening win over Attleboro. Burgess had a birdie on the second hole and then carded back-to-back birdies on four and five, finishing the round with a 32. Senior Ayden Doyle added a 38, sophomore Albie Lomberto finished with a 39, and junior Bryce Botelho rounded out the scoring for the hosts with a 40, highlighted by a birdie on the second hole. Attleboro’s Jackson Deyesso had the low round for the Bombardiers for the second straight match, finishing with a 44. Senior Jon Wellington added a 44 for Attleboro while classmates Nick Friess and Mark Moran rounded out the scoring, each finishing with a 45.

For other results across the Hockomock League (subscription required)

https://hockomocksports.com/fridays-schedule-scoreboard-09-04-26/

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

FHS Football Schedule for Fall 2026

"The 2026 Franklin Football season is here!

Mark your calendars and come out to support the Panthers all season long! We’re looking forward to packed stands, Friday night lights and a great season of Franklin Football.

Be sure to check the Panther App throughout the season for schedule updates, game information and additional details.

LET’S GO PANTHERS!"

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Note: Get the Panther App to follow all the fall sports as well as club and other events at Franklin High School

Show your Panther pride and support FHS Girls Soccer

"Show your Panther pride and support FHS Girls Soccer!

Players, parents, families, and fans can shop here: https://team.wegotsoccer.com/fhs"

FHS Panthers "Hat Trick Classic" Golf Tournament postponed to Oct 19

We are incredibly disappointed to announce that due to the forecasted rain and thunderstorms, Franklin Country Club will be closed tomorrow, and the Hat Trick Classic has been postponed.

New date:  Monday, October 19

All registrations and sponsorships will automatically transfer to the new date.  Questions?  Contact Sean at Sean_Bartlett@yahoo.com

See you in October!

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The Within Project: 2 Art Workshops for 3rd & 4th Graders

via Janya Varsani, a member of the FHS Class of '29

"The Within Project is something I started because I believe art can be such a powerful way for kids to work through their emotions. A lot of the time, kids aren't given the space or the words to talk about how they're feeling.

This year, I'm hosting two art workshops for 3rd and 4th graders. Each session will combine fun, hands-on art projects with simple conversations about emotions, so kids can walk away with real tools to understand and express their feelings. It's also a way to bring more attention to children's mental health, which I think doesn't get talked about nearly enough."

Hosted by: @janyavarsani 

July 23 & August 14 | 3:00–5:00 PM

$35 per session

"I am so excited to share that the upcoming workshops will be held at SAFE Coalition Franklin, MA. The Within Project is all about giving kids a safe, creative outlet to explore their emotions through art.

To make things even more special this year, we are holding an art showcase of what the kids created! Every participant will have their artwork featured in our showcase so families can come see what they've accomplished.

We would love to pack the room with creativity, so please feel free to share this with friends, neighbors, or anyone who might want to join!

Spaces are filling up quickly, so head to the link below to register your child. Cant wait to create with everyone!"

Register here: https://forms.gle/rGM1iPkZHt1GZDU56

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Final Week of the Capital Campaign !!!

"Every Gift is Matched.  Make Yours Matter!!

Thank you to Senator Rausch, the Town Council and the community, the FMS auditorium is getting a major, well-deserved makeover. 

 

But there's still more to do. The funds from this campaign will help provide:

 • Choral Risers for performances

 • Sound system repair at FHS auditorium

 • Sound system repair in the FHS cafeteria 

 • New instruments

 • Microphones needed for theater and music performance"

Please consider donating to the campaign here:

https://givebutter.com/FPSCaptialCampaign2026

10th Annual Franklin High School Boys & Girls Basketball Golf Tournament - Sep 21, 2026

We’re gearing up for our 10th Annual Franklin High School Boys & Girls Basketball Golf Tournament, our biggest fundraiser of the year. This event is critical to funding equipment, uniforms, team bonding events, banquets, player swag, team photos, gifts, and senior scholarships.  

Thank you for your past support by sponsoring or donating to the Franklin High School basketball programs golf tournament. We rely heavily on our community and local businesses to support our programs. Without this support we would not be able to provide for our student athletes.

Sponsorship and Player Registration is live for this year's event that will be held on Monday, September 21st.

If you are able to sponsor or donate to the golf tournament this year please sign up via the link below or email us. Sponsorship opportunities are in the attached flyer as well as found via the registration link.

Additionally, any donation would be greatly appreciated. We are accepting monetary donations as well as gift cards, sporting event tickets or merchandise for our silent auction and raffle. 

Here’s how you can help:

• Golf: Sign up to play in the golf tournament.

• Sponsor: Sign up to sponsor using the link below or by emailing us.

• Donate: Monetary contributions, gift cards, or merchandise for the silent auction and raffle are all appreciated. Email us and we will coordinate players to pick up.

• Promote: Share the attached flyer with other local businesses.

This year we’ve added social media promotion to our sponsorship packages to give local businesses more visibility before and after the event.

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Corporate Level ($1,000)

•   Hole Sponsorship
•   Large Logo on Concession Banner
•   *Logo on Tournament Website Home Page
•   1 Golf Foursome

Platinum Level ($500)

• Hole Sponsorship
• Medium Logo on Concession Banner
• *Logo on Tournament Website Home Page
•   Individual Social Media Ad

Gold Level ($300)

•   Hole Sponsorship
•   Small Logo on Concession Banner
•   Social Media Shout Outs

Hole Sponsor ($200)

•   Hole Sponsorship
•   Social Media Shout Outs

To register, donate, or sponsor:

https://fhs-boys-and-girls-basketball-golf-tournament.perfectgolfevent.com  or email us.

*Early sponsorship registration gets your company logo on the tournament website for a longer period of time.

Payment Options:

•Venmo: @FHSBasketballBoostersMA

•Check or Cash: Payable to FHS Boys Basketball Boosters

•Website (3.9% fee applies we kindly prefer Venmo, check, or cash to avoid the fee unless the sponsor chooses to cover the fee)

If you have a gift card or item to donate, just reply to this email, we’ll arrange pickup.

Questions? Contact:

Sean Auld: (508) 208-6410

Sga12012@yahoo.com

Kelly Rys: (978) 502-0382

fhsbasketball@gmail.com

Thank you for your continued support!

FHS Basketball Boosters

Franklin Youth Open Track & Field Meets return July 7, 14, & 21, 2026

Lace up those sneakers—the Franklin Youth Open Track & Field Meets are back this July! ☀️🏅

Looking for a fun, active way for the kids to spend their summer evenings? Whether they want to sprint, jump, throw, or just run around with friends, we’ve got an event for them! Hosted by the Franklin Recreation Department and organized by FHS and TCRVTHS coaches, these meets are the perfect way to get moving and have some friendly competition.

📅 When: Tuesdays – July 7, 14, & 21

⏰ Timeline:

5:00 PM – Check-In & Field Events begin

6:00 PM – Running Events kick off

📍 Where: Franklin High School Track

💵 Cost: Just $5 admission for UNLIMITED events!

Events Include:

Field Events: Shot Put, Turbo Javelin, Long Jump

Running Events: Mini Hurdle (5 & under), 100M Dash, 200M Dash, 400M Dash, 800M, Mile, and Relays!

From our tiniest sprinters (5 & under hurdles!) to seasoned young athletes, there is something for everyone. Come for one night or join us for all three!

Tag a friend who needs to bring their kids out to the track this summer! 

Middle School Girls Volleyball Camp - August 24 - 27, 2026

Middle School Girls Volleyball Camp - August 24 - 27, 2026

"Middle School Girls Volleyball Camp THIS SUMMER, hosted by Franklin High School Varsity Volleyball!

Join us for 4 days of volleyball, skill-building, teamwork, and fun! Please complete the Google Form linked in our Instagram bio to register, ask questions, and secure your spot.

We hope to see you this summer!!"

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Google form - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScvR9U5l9T82TezNPoTmbYcQA17vYT9H8BkHqkuPdMHcAxN0A/viewform

FHS softball win to advance, girls lacrosse end their playoff run on Tuesday

Via Instagram, Franklin TV, and our subscription to HockomockSports.com, we share the results of the Spring sports competition for Franklin High School on Tuesday, June 2, 2026

Softball = Division 1

#12 Franklin, 3 @ #5 Wachusett, 2 – Final

– Franklin orchestrated a two-out rally in the fourth inning and then held off a late charge to stun fifth-seeded Wachusett and earn a spot in the Division 1 Elite 8. Senior Ciara O’Brien kept the top of the fourth inning going with a two-out single and classmate Ava Florest followed with a single to put runners on the corners. Junior Amelia Rakitin plated the first run with an infield hit, senior Brooke Bonetti followed with a single to load the bases, and senior Ella Weston plated a pair with a base hit to left to put the Panthers up 3-0. Franklin was cruising until Wachusett jolted to life with two outs in the sixth, getting back-to-back home runs with two outs to pull within a run. Senior Sophia Sacramone (7IP, 4H, 2ER, 1BB, 8K) was able to get out of the inning and then retired the side in order in the seventh, putting an exclamation point on the win with her eighth strikeout of the game. Franklin awaits the winner of Wednesday’s game between #4 Shrewsbury and #13 Chelmsford.

Girls Lacrosse = Division 1

#12 Franklin, 10 @ #4 Westford Academy, 14 – Final

Franklin TV video for replay - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N2fHFqfDblo

For other results across the Hockomock League (subscription required)

https://hockomocksports.com/tuesdays-schedule-scoreboard-06-02-26/

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

FHS softball gets to Sweet 16 round with a walk off win on Monday (video)

Via Instagram, Franklin TV, and our subscription to HockomockSports.com, we share the results of the Spring sports competition for Franklin High School on Monday, June 1, 2026

Softball = Division 1

#21 Haverhill, 3 @ #12 Franklin, 4 – Final

Josh Perry || HockomockSports.com Managing Editor provides the game recap:

"When junior Amelia Rakitin hauled in a hard line drive to end the top of the seventh in Monday afternoon’s Div. 1 opener against No. 21 Haverhill, stranding two runners on base, it sent Franklin (which saw a three-run lead erased) to the plate needing a run to avoid extra innings.

The Panthers had the top of the order due up, which meant another opportunity for seniors Addi Weiss and Sophia Sacramone to deliver. Through six innings, the duo had combined for four hits, two runs, and three RBI. Haverhill had only managed to get them out once in six at-bats.

Weiss (2-for-2) got things started with her second walk of the game. She was on base for the fourth time and promptly stole second and third. Freshman Phoebe O’Connor bunted for a hit, as Haverhill ignored her to keep the winning run at third. Sacramone (2-for-4) came up next and put the ball in play to the right side.

The Hillies were deep in the infield and Weiss scampered home easily with the winning run, lifting Franklin to a 4-3 victory and a spot in the Sweet Sixteen. It was Sacramone’s third RBI of the day, each time driving in her classmate and fellow captain. She also picked up the win in the circle, scattering eight hits over 6-2/3 innings."

Continue reading the recap of this game  https://hockomocksports.com/sacramone-weiss-lead-franklin-to-walk-off-win-over-haverhill/

For the Photo Gallery from this game  https://hockomocksports.smugmug.com/2025-2026/Spring-2026/Franklin-Haverhill-Softball-06-01-26

Franklin TV video for replay of the game - https://www.youtube.com/live/ui1FCIcIM3Y?&t=584

For other results across the Hockomock League (subscription required)

https://hockomocksports.com/mondays-schedule-scoreboard-06-01-26/

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

Clara Blongastainer, FHS Lacrosse, selected as "Player of the Week"

"Franklin sophomore Clara Blongastainer has been selected as the HockomockSports.com Player of the Week, presented by Morse Insurance, for May 24 through May 30. Blongastainer is the 26th athlete chosen as Player of the Week for the 2025-26 school year and the ninth in the spring season.

One of the league’s leading scorers in the regular season, Blongastainer has continued her impressive performance into the playoffs, helping the Panthers make a run to the Div. 1 quarterfinal. The reigning HockomockSports.com Underclassman of the Year scored six times in the opening round and helped dominate the draw on Saturday to earn a road win over Bishop Feehan.

“Clara is only a sophomore, but she is playing like a veteran on our team,” said Franklin head coach Kristin Igoe Guarino. “Not only is she a scoring machine, but she also plays a huge role in helping us gain possession at the draw circle. I am so impressed with her confidence, teamwork and improvement this season.”

Continue reading the article

https://hockomocksports.com/player-of-the-week-clara-blongastainer-franklin-lacrosse/

FHS girls tennis and baseball teams end playoff runs on Sunday

Via Instagram, Franklin TV, and our subscription to HockomockSports.com, we share the results of the Spring sports competition for Franklin High School on Sunday, May 31, 2026

Baseball = Division 1

#19 Leominster, 6 @ #14 Franklin, 3 – Final 

– Franklin orchestrated a seventh inning rally and brought the tying run to the plate but the Panthers’ comeback bid was cut short against Leominster. Held to three hits through six innings, the hosts collected four hits in the final frame, and had a chance to tie it with two outs. Joey Goguen, Ashton Levesque, and Ethan Herndon singled to load the bases, and Jack Sullivan came through with the Panthers’ fourth hit of the inning to bring in a run, and Levesque scored on a wild pitch in the next at-bat. Leominster was able to get a strikeout to end the game, stranding runners at second and third. Sean Kryzak hit a solo home run in the bottom of the first inning for Franklin, tying the game at 1-1. Leominster regained the lead with a sac fly in the third, and then used a bases loaded walk, sac fly, and errant pickoff attempt to plate three more in the fourth.

For a photo gallery of this game  https://hockomocksports.smugmug.com/2025-2026/Spring-2026/Taunton-Westford-Academy-Baseball-05-31-26

Girls Tennis = Division 1

#22 Franklin, 0 @ #11 Andover, 5 – Final

For other results across the Hockomock League (subscription required)

https://hockomocksports.com/sundays-schedule-scoreboard-05-31-26/

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

FHS boys lacrosse playoff run ends vs. Newtown North (video)

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

Boys Lacrosse = Division 1

#25 Franklin, 9 @ #8 Newton North, 18 – Final

Franklin TV video for replay - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4RlwMD1hP5Q

For other results across the Hockomock League (subscription required)

https://hockomocksports.com/fridays-schedule-scoreboard-05-29-26/

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