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 *
Sunday, March 15, 2026
Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm schedule for Sunday, March 15, 2026
Saturday, March 14, 2026
Exclusive audio of the Franklin Commission on Disability meeting March 5, 2026 (audio)
This session of the radio show shares the Town of Franklin Commission on Disability Meeting held on Thursday, March 5, 2026. The meeting was held at the Senior Center. The meeting opened with a welcome by Chair Ali Rheaume.
Quick Recap:
Motion to approve previous meeting minutes, made, passed unanimously
Discussion on AAB Non-Compliance Letters, some sites getting repeat letters, MBTA supposedly to be compliant in May
Resource Document is live, getting feedback, led to discussion on calling the doc a “resource” or list of “services available”, renamed to “Disability-Related Services”
Discussion on “Accessibility in Franklin” - working on a doc to list public sites, and share standard accessible access points of interest Group working to divide to work and make progress
Discussion on possible increase in membership by 2, ultimately a vote to approve the request for 2 more members
Motion to adjourn, made, second and approved
The meeting runs just over 1 hour. Let’s listen to the Commission on Disability meeting held March 5, 2026.
Audio link - https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1686-franklin-ma-commission-on-disability-mtg-03-05-26/
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The Commission on Disability agenda can be found ->
https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03052026-2163
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Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm schedule for Saturday, March 14, 2026
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Friday, March 13, 2026
Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm schedule for Friday, March 13, 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 the Board of Health meeting on March 4, 2026 -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/03/exclusive-audio-franklin-ma-board-of.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, March 12, 2026
Franklin Public Radio wfpr.fm schedule for Thursday, March 12, 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)
- This hour features a conversation talking about the Party for The Pantry coming up March 28 at THE BLACK BOX -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/03/have-you-got-your-tickets-were-talking.html
- The Turntable Show features Aerosm
ith's debut record and a rock n roll Vibe Playlist of studio and live recordings. Aerosmith's debut was recorded in Boston and released January 5, 1973. The album features major hits including, "Dream On", "Mama Kin", and "One Way Street". - The Vibe Aerosmith Playlist Hour mixes hits from A Little South of Sanity, Rock'n The Joint, , A Little South of Sanity, and Toys In The Attic. Turn it up and rock n roll to our legendary, rock hall of fame local band, Aerosmith
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm Schedule for Wednesday, March 11 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 my recent conversation with Town Administrator Jamie Hellen in this "Talk Franklin" episode https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/03/in-this-talk-franklin-episode-jamie-i.html
- This segment features Kim & Mark in Episode 310 - Uncorking a New Way to Learn with Mistral Wine Cards https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/03/the-wonderful-world-of-wine-www-episode.html
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm Schedule for Tuesday, March 10, 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.
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, March 9, 2026
Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm Schedule for Monday, March 9, 2026
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| wfpr.fm Schedule for Monday - Franklin Public Radio |
Sunday, March 8, 2026
Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm schedule for Sunday, March 8, 2026
Saturday, March 7, 2026
Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm schedule for Saturday, March 7, 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.
Friday, March 6, 2026
Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm schedule for Friday, March 6, 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 Councilor Ted Cormier-Leger as we do a Town Council Quarterbacking discussion for the Feb 11, 2026 meeting -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/02/town-council-quarterbacking-with.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









