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.
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 *
Saturday, February 21, 2026
Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm schedule for Saturday, February 21, 2026
Friday, February 20, 2026
Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm schedule for Friday, February 20, 2026
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| Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm schedule for Friday |
8:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 6:00 PM - Franklin Matters Radio – Steve Sherlock covering Franklin, its local government, services, and events
- This hour features my discussion with our Town nurse Alisha Sullivan about the Blood Pressure Kits at Library -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/02/another-first-for-franklin-blood.html
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
Thursday, February 19, 2026
Franklin Public Radio wfpr.fm schedule for Thursday, February 19, 2026
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
- 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. Mojo debuted at No. 2 on the U.S. Billboard 200, selling 125,000 copies in its first week of release.
- The Tom Petty Vibe Playlist Hour drops the needle on some wicked 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 the 1st ever Turntable Show and a band with amazing mojo
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Councilor Max Morrongiello shares his insights in this Town Council Quarterbacking Session (audio)
FM #1660 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1660 in the series.
This session of the radio show shares our “Town Council Quarterbacking” with Town Councilor Max Morrongiello. We had our conversation in person at the Franklin TV & Radio Studios on Thursday, February 12, 2026. Our conversation condensed the Town Council meeting of Wednesday, February 11, 2026.
We focus on two questions:
ok, what just happened?
What does it mean for Franklin residents and taxpayers?
We cover the following key topics
After tabling the prior meeting minutes for a future meeting to add some questions that were asked but not reflected in the minutes, they approved a technical change for the Shaw's alcohol license
Council comments followed Citizen Comments in this new order of agenda items
The 5 year budget model and forecast
The Capital budget
Then as the clock turned past 10 PM during their deliberations on the amendments, the Council voted to allow extension of the meeting past their 4 hour curfew. The meeting did close approx. 20 minutes later.
The conversation runs about 58 minutes. Let’s listen in
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| Town Councilor Max Morrongiello |
https://www.youtube.com/live/PGKBpPjZZTM?&t=210
The agenda and docs released for this session
https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_02112026-2130
My notes captured in one PDF file - https://drive.google.com/file/d/1OUdG4Uju_rM2ro2mJCBeEIXOfSx9T8M0/view?usp=drive_link
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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.
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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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Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm Schedule for Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Yes, Franklin has it's own radio station -> wfpr.fm. Franklin Public Radio introduced a brand new schedule early in 2025 for the locally produced shows that fill our air waves.
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| Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm Schedule for Wednesday |
- This segment shares the Franklin Public Library Feb 2026 highlights -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/02/mitzi-shares-insights-on-happenings-at.html
- This segment features Kim & Mark in Episode 309 - Decoding Non-Alcoholic Wine with Rachel Martin - https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/02/the-wonderful-world-of-wine-www-episode_0243911959.html
Tuesday, February 17, 2026
Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm Schedule for Tuesday, February 17, 2026
Tuesday
SAFE Radio – Jim Derick and Dr. Anne Bergen Addressing issues of Drug Abuse Disorder
Jazz Journey – with Pamela Hines - An insightful tour of Jazz Greats in a golden era
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| Franklin Public Radio wfpr.fm Schedule for Tuesday |
Monday, February 16, 2026
The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW): Episode 309 - Decoding Non-Alcoholic Wine with Rachel Martin
- The intricate process to make non-alcoholic wines, including the advanced techniques that preserve quality.
- An in-depth look at the use of additives, with a specific focus on Velcorin (dimethyl dicarbonate) for microbial control.
- Costs, shelf life, storage, and aging potential of non-alcoholic wines.
- The specifics of carbonated n/a wines.
- Crucial FDA and TTB label information for the category.
- Fascinating stories and trends in the n/a world.
- Details on the AFNA Wine Education Program, the first-of-its-kind credential for beverage professionals.
- How and where you can get your hands on the Oceano 0 wines.
Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm Schedule for Monday, February 16, 2026
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| wfpr.fm Schedule for Monday - Franklin Public Radio |
Sunday, February 15, 2026
Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm schedule for Sunday, February 15, 2026
Saturday, February 14, 2026
Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm schedule for Saturday, February 14, 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.










