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
FM #1757 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1757 in the series.
We talk about
His legislative work on the budget, timing of the legislative session
Prior work on higher education, current work on manufacturing
Earmarks for Medway & Franklin including the World Cup Fan Zone
Whole lot happening in Franklin now through the summer
The show notes include links to Jeff's legislative page and campaign page.
The recording runs about 37 minutes, so let’s listen in.
Video link - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LRLwLOShel8--------------
Representative Roy’s House page - https://malegislature.gov/People/Profile/JNR1
Jeff’s campaign page - http://jeffreyroy.com/
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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 it!
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| Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm schedule for Sunday, June 7, 2026 |
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
FM #1756 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1756 in the series.
We talk about
Certification of the agent annually
Schedule an appointment for new or renewal
Bring the key certified documents required
Photos available at the office
The show notes include the link to the Passport Acceptance Office page.
The recording runs about 25 minutes, so let’s listen in.
Audio link - https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1756-franklin-ma-passport-acceptance-office-06-01-26/--------------
Franklin Passport Acceptance Office page ->
https://www.franklinma.gov/248/Passport-Acceptance-Office
Schedule an appointment -> https://townoffranklinpassportacceptancefacility.as.me/schedule/9b4af9b0
Passport Tip Sheet https://www.franklinma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/492/DS-11-Tip-Sheet-PDF
Passport Renewal Tip Sheet
https://www.franklinma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/491/DS-82-How-To-Renew-Tip-Sheet-PDF
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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 it!
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You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"
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| Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm schedule for Saturday, June 6, 2026 |
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
FM #1755 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1755 in the series.
The Franklin, MA Board of Health met on Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 5 PM as scheduled. All three members were present in the 3rd floor training room with the full representation of the Health Department members.
Quick recap:
Approval of minutes for May 6, so moved, second, as amended (one minor name typo)
Discussion on Health Dept page on Facebook, to share info
Cooling center needed, with the Library and Senior Center closed on Sundays, New England Chapel is prepared to help. Communications with Police & Fire on status, clarification on what the need is. Temporary cool place, during normal daytime hours. At least a break during peak heat period. United Methodist wants to do more once their renovations are complete
Women's Health Fair a success - 17 were signed up for mammograms, looking for confirmation of the exact count. Didn't take count of blood pressure checks it was busy, vendor feedback was all good. Discussion on timing of the event, some confusion with the van hours vs the event hours. Maybe skin screening for next year, specialist visit, not considered primary care
Discussion on body works establishments, history of prior establishments that ended up getting shut down, regulations developed and a 4th opened even under the regs and yet they were likely part of human trafficking operations. Need a significant public health threat to foster a ban on such business. Risk that even a ban here will foster the company to move to another location and continue. Research and bring back in September
Tick season is upon us, use a repellent, a case of alpha gal syndrome here, that tick has a white spot on its back, if seen get tested
The recording runs about 48 minutes, so let’s listen in.
Audio link - https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1755-franklin-ma-board-of-health-mtg-06-03-26/--------------
Agenda doc - https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06032026-2345
My notes in one PDF - https://drive.google.com/file/d/1JFIpqhR0zTQBtZO6M3CcTjwC1rQphz6l/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.
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. 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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You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"
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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
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
FM #1754 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1754 in the series.
This session shares my conversation with Jillian Rochat, Activities Coordinator and Mary Hynes, Executive Assistant. We had our discussion in the Franklin Senior Center on Wednesday, May 27, 2026.
We talk about
All the key event highlights for June 2026
Senior Center closed Friday, June 19 for Juneteenth
Teasers for summer concerts on select Mondays in July/August
Teasers for other road trips coming this summer
The show notes include links to the Senior Center page, the calendar of events, and to subscribe to the monthly newsletter.
The recording runs about 29 minutes, so let’s listen in.
Audio link - https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1754-franklin-senior-ctr-june-2026-highlights-05-27-26/--------------
Franklin Senior Center page -> https://www.franklinma.gov/583/Franklin-Senior-Center-Council-on-Aging
June 2026 newsletter ->
https://www.franklinma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/9582/June-2026-Newsletter?bidId=
The newsletter archive page -> https://www.franklinma.gov/585/Connection-Newsletter
Senior Center calendar view (just FSC events) -> https://franklinma.gov/calendar.aspx?CID=37&showPastEvents=false
Subscribe to the newsletter -> by calling 508-520-4945
My Active Center -> https://myactivecenter.com/
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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 it!
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You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"
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| 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)