DPW with a curbside schedule change for next week; back to normal schedule (audio)

Per the 5 PM  (2/27/2026) all-call from the Department of Public Works: 

"Good evening Franklin, this is Brutus Cantoreggi, your Public Works Director. 

I have important information regarding trash and recycling pickup. Working with the Town Administrator, the Town Council, resident ideas, and Waste Management, this is the plan going forward. 

We will continue with the plan for tomorrow, Saturday, to pick up Thursday trash and recycling. 

Next week, starting Monday, we will resume the regularly scheduled trash and recycling pickup plan. Monday will be on Monday, Tuesday on Tuesday, etc. 

There will be a dumpster available for those who really have a trash surplus issue.  Just go to the recycling center on Beaver St. for instructions. 

Once again we are just resuming normal trash and recycling pickup next week.

Have a great weekend and enjoy the 40-degree days coming our way!"

If you're interested in signing up all-calls from the Town of Franklin, please visit this link to sign up:  https://embeds.regroupcloud.com/orgs/franklintown/channels/residents-channel/signup_embed

Audio link - https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1676-franklin-ma-dpw-curbside-schedule-change-02-27-26/

Shared from - https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1LfHr6vr3q/

DPW Director provides a storm cleanup Update as Thursday ends (audio)

via robocall from Town of Franklin DPW Director Robert "Brutus" Cantoreggi

"As you are aware, we are continuing our work cleaning up after the Blizzard 0f 2026.  We are making improvements to roadways, intersections and have also started clearing sidewalks, but this will take some time.

I have some important information regarding trash and recycling pick up, this continues to be a problem.

All of yesterday's rescheduled Monday’s  trash and recycling pick was not completed.  Waste Management is attempting to catch up today. This was due to the additional snow that fell yesterday, delays caused by the narrow roadways and equipment break downs.

So the new plan is:

• Wednesday's trash and recycling will be picked up tomorrow, i.e. Friday if you are confused of what day is right now because of lack of sleep over the last couple of days.. like us here at public works
• Thursday’s trash and recycling will be picked up on Saturday. 
• And Friday’s trash and recycling will be picked up on Monday, not Sunday.

Here is the big change, because Friday's Trash and recycling  is going to be picked on Monday, there will be no Monday trash and recycling pick up.  

Once again, because Friday's Trash and recycling  pick is now on Monday, there will be no Monday pick up on Monday!  

This will get us back on track, so the rest of the week will be regularly scheduled.

Tuesday will be on Tuesday, Wednesday will be on Wednesday, Thursday will be on Thursday and Friday will be on Friday.

I understand that some folks on the Monday schedule will not be happy, as I am not happy, but this is the best course of action for the Town overall.

If Monday folks feel that they will have too much trash and recycling, I have arranged for a dumpster to be placed at the Beaver Street recycling center that they can bring their trash to.  You will not have to have a recycling sticker to use the dumpster this weekend or next.

I am once again sorry for the inconvenience, but want to thank you for your understanding!"

Audio link -  https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1671-dpw-storm-cleanup-update-02-26-26/

Town of Franklin Senior Center Update: Delayed Opening for Wednesday Feb 25, 2026 (audio)

Franklin Senior Center Director Sarah Amaral with an update on the delayed opening of the center for Wednesday, Feb 25, 2026. The Center will open at 10 AM. 

Audio link ->  https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1668-franklin-senior-center-delayed-opening-02-25-26/

Town of Franklin: Storm recovery update as of Tuesday, Feb 23 - 4:00 PM

Update bullet points from TA Hellen on tomorrow's municipal office hours:

The Municipal Building will reopen tomorrow during regular business hours with skeleton crews for all offices to reduce parking as some work remains and we need to keep some space available throughout the day for residents. 

A full house will be back Thursday and Friday.

The Senior Center will open on a delayed schedule, at 10:00 AM. A robocall to seniors will go out shortly.

The Library and Recreation departments will be open for regular business hours.

DPW Admin will be open for regular business hours.

Via Town Councilor Max Morrongiello -  https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1835XjRJwe/

DPW Director Cantoreggi provides an update for Tuesday, Feb 24

Town of Franklin DPW Director Robert "Brutus" Cantoreggi with an update at the end of Monday, 2/23/26.

Town and Schools closed Tuesday, 2/24

parking ban extends to noon on Tuesday, 2/24

Curbside pickup delayed again:

• Monday will now be picked up on Weds
• Tuesday on Thursday
• Wednesday on Friday
• Thursday on Saturday
• Friday, next Monday

This is subject to change due to other weather events possible this week

Audio link - https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1667-franklin-ma-dpw-storm-updates-02-23-26/

Town of Franklin Senior Center Update: Due to storm closed on Tuesday Feb 24, 2026 (audio)

Franklin Senior Center Director Sarah Amaral with an update on the closure of the center for Tuesday, Feb 24, 2026 and other storm related updates.

Audio link ->  https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1666-franklin-senior-center-update-due-to-storm-closed-on-tuesday-feb-24-2026/

Mass State Police reminder - State of Emergency exists "Please stay off roads if you're able"

Mass State Police reminder

Shared from - https://www.facebook.com/share/p/18FtsSkcKN/

Updates from St Mary's Parish

Due to the continuing storm and it’s required clean up, and using the utmost care and concern for the safety of our parishioners; 

 

St. Mary Parish is canceling the 7 a.m. Mass on Tuesday, February 24th. 

 

The Rectory Office will also be closed on Tuesday, February 24th.

 

St. Mary Family Faith Formation (aka Religious Education) sessions will not be held on Tuesday, February 24th. 

 

All parish activities are cancelled for Tuesday, February 24th. Stay safe!

 

Shared from - https://www.facebook.com/share/19JihcC4pv/

Town of Franklin Snow storm update 11:18 AM - 2/23/26

An update from Town Administrator Jamie Hellen from 11:18 AM

"Power outages have been minimal, town properties are in good shape so far, and crews are working to stay ahead of the snow. A few pieces of apparatus have broken down and are being worked on. A couple of contractors have had equipment issues, too.  All staff and contractors are present. So far operations have been very good.

The cleanup will be extensive and time-consuming. We are meeting again at 4:00 and will let everyone know about Tuesday's schools/town offices after that."

Via Town Councilor Max Morrongiello

Town of Franklin Snow storm update 11:18 AM - 2/23/26

Massachusetts State Police request: "We urge anyone who can stay home to do so"

Massachusetts State Police

The Massachusetts State Police want to keep everyone safe as we prepare for blizzard-like conditions across the area.

• We urge anyone who can stay home to do so
• Fewer vehicles on the roads make it safer for those who have to be out in the conditions, like plow drivers and first responders
• Snow and ice increase travel times, stopping time, and the chance of crashes that require emergency response

Your decision to delay your travel keeps you and others safe!

Shared from - https://www.facebook.com/share/17y6ESys7B/

Storm Collection - Feb 22, 23, & 24, 2026

The collection of information for Franklin, MA as accumulated from trusted sources. Most recent up top, scroll down for earlier updates.

updated 5:15 PM 2/24/26

• Franklin Schools reopening with 2 hour delay (1 hour for staff)  https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/02/franklin-public-schools-will-have-2.html

• Franklin Senior Center Delayed Opening (10 AM) (robocall audio)    https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/02/town-of-franklin-senior-center-update_01211849599.html

 

• Town of Franklin update on Municipal Bldg, Library, Senior Center, etc.  https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/02/town-of-franklin-storm-recovery-update.html

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Updated 9:00 AM 2/24/26 

• Curbside trash/recycling not happening today. Those scheduled for Monday are planned for Wednesday pickup, Tuesday on Thursday, Wednesday on Friday, Thursday on Saturday, and Friday on next Monday...

• Elizabeth's Bagels closed Tuesday Feb 24

• The Community Closet will be closed today (February 24) as we dig out from the Blizzard of ’26. We will be open next Tuesday, March 3, from 12-2p. Sorry for any inconvenience. Appointments can be made for later in the week.

• Franklin School Committee Meeting - confirmed as Remote Only - Tuesday, February 24 Time: 6:00 PM - https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_02242026-2148 

Updated as of 8:00 PM - 2/23/26

• DPW Director Cantoreggi provides an update at end of today for Tuesday, Feb 24 (including curbside delay schedule)  (audio) https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/02/dpw-director-cantoreggi-provides-update.html

• Town of Franklin Senior Center Update: Due to storm closed on Tuesday Feb 24, 2026 (audio)  https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/02/town-of-franklin-senior-center-update_23.html

In the aftermath of a storm in 2013

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• Franklin Public Schools will be closed on Tuesday, February 24, 2026  https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/02/franklin-public-schools-will-be-closed.html

• BFCCPS announces school closed on Tuesday, Feb 24   https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1HsbhT8cZ7/

• Tri-County announces school closed on Feb 24    https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1Bw31b4y3a/

• 3 Restaurant reopening Tuesday, Feb 24 for dinner at 4 PM   https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1CBBpudhVS/

• Mass State Police remind - State of Emergency exists - "Please remain off the roads if able"  https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/02/mass-state-police-reminder.html

• Town of Franklin Snow storm update - meeting at 4 PM will provide insights on Tuesday   https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/02/town-of-franklin-snow-storm-update-1118.html

• St Mary's announces cancelation for Tuesday, Feb 24   https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/02/updates-from-st-marys-parish.html

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• Meals on Wheels canceled for Monday and Tuesday

• If you want to sign up for any Town of Franklin alerts, you can do so on the Town page  https://www.franklinma.gov/list.aspx 

• 3 Restaurant closed on Monday, reopening Tuesday, Feb 24 for dinner at 4 PM   at 11:30 AM   https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1CBBpudhVS/

• Franklin Senior Center sends robocall on closure for Monday, Feb 23   https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/02/town-of-franklin-senior-center-update.html    added 5:30 PM; 2/22/26

• Forge Hill YMCA announces closure for Monday, Feb 23   https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1GQoDxGkQ2/

• DPW provides an update, parking ban Sunday night until Tuesday, 12 PM   https://www.facebook.com/share/185Xb7SAsC/   or https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/02/dpw-update-in-advance-of-storm-parking.html    (audio added 4:15 PM; 2/22/26)

• Franklin Recreation classes & programs canceled - Feb 23    https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1CrJU6NBTn/

• Storm alert & Safety prep from Franklin Police    https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/02/storm-alert-and-safety-prep-via.html

• Franklin Children's Museum closed on Monday, Feb 23 - https://www.instagram.com/p/DVEd26okXlv/

• Franklin Public Schools announcement expected during evening Sunday, Feb 22  "Franklin Public Schools will be closed on Monday, February 23, 2026. This includes all after-school activities. All town and school offices will also be closed. Stay safe and warm!" https://www.franklinps.net/live-feed#11502861

• Tri-County VTHS cancels classes for Monday, Feb 23  https://www.facebook.com/share/p/17wfHKXrjd/

• Benjamin Franklin Charter School cancels school for Monday, Feb 23 https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1DHQRxkHWo/

• No Trash pickup on Monday, Feb 23; 1 Day delay for remainder of the week  https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/02/no-trash-pickup-on-monday-feb-23-1-day.html

Franklin MA: Storm Center Collection for Jan 25 - 26, 2026

This page will get updated with additions and/or changes as the storm situation evolves. 

11:45am 1/25/26

Senior Center robocall with announcement of closure on Monday, Jan 26 due to the storm and other storm related updates -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/01/town-of-franklin-senior-center-update.html

11:00am 1/25/26

Town of Franklin robocall with DPW Director Brutus Cantoreggi delivering the messages https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/01/town-of-franklin-robocall-with-dpw.html

With the Town and School buildings closed on Monday, the meetings scheduled for Monday are also canceled and to be rescheduled.

10:45am 1/25/26

• Franklin Public Schools are cancelled on Monday, January 26, 2026, due to the forecasted winter storm and its expected duration   https://www.franklinps.net/live-feed#11182762

10:30am  1/25/26

• BFCCPS announces school closed for Monday, 1/26/26  https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1ATnLZH5gj/
• Teddy Gallagher's Closed for today
• Children's Museum of Franklin announces they are closed on Monday, 1/26
• FPSC performance of Steel Magnolia cancelled for today, contact box office to get refund

From Massachusetts Emergency Mgt Assoc (MEMA)

"With temperatures across Massachusetts forecast to be dangerously cold on Friday night and Saturday, if you or someone you know needs shelter from the cold, you can call 2-1-1 or reach out to your local public safety officials to find the nearest warming center."

More extreme cold safety tips: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/extreme-cold-safety-tips

"With a significant winter storm forecast to bring 12+ inches of snow to much of Massachusetts on Sunday and Monday, it's time to prepare. 

• Plan ahead for possible power outages. Fully charge your cellphone, laptop and any essential electronic devices before the storm. 

• Ensure you have extra batteries for medical equipment and assistive devices. 

• Take stock of your emergency kit and ensure it includes seasonal supplies, such as extra winter clothing and blankets."

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For more safety tips visit mass.gov/mema/snow

"As a significant winter storm approaches, individuals with disabilities may experience additional challenges especially for those who rely on mobility aids, personal assistance, or durable medical equipment.

Keep in mind these safety tips to plan for everyone's needs and always remember to check on your neighbors!"

Additional information can be found here: https://tinyurl.com/MEMA26afn

From Franklin Police Dept:

"Community Warming Center Open: St. Mary's Church of Milford and Pathway to a Better Life are coming together to keep our community safe during the upcoming extreme cold and snowfall.

• Opening: Friday, January 23rd at 4pm
• Closing: Monday, January 26th at loam

(May extend through Tuesday, January 27th at 10 am)

If you or someone you know needs warmth — Unhoused, Living in a vehicle, No heat, Frozen pipes Any cold-weather emergency call Lisa at 508-92"

Warming center link - https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1Bkhx3PwU5/

Parking ban reminder

"Repeat after me…

Milk, bread, and don’t park your car on the street when it’s expected to snow over a foot because the plows cannot properly clear the roads when you do that and your car will get ticketed and towed

Again

Milk, bread, and don’t park your car on the street when it’s expected to snow over a foot because the plows cannot properly clear the roads when you do that and your car will get ticketed and towed"

Parking ban link -> https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1HmegqoafR/

From Franklin DPW: 

Winter Storm Parking Ban

01/25/2026 12:00 PM to 01/26/2026 12:00 PM

A winter storm parking ban is in effect from 12:00 noon on 01/25/2026 until 12:00 noon on 01/26/2026.

During this period, parking of any motor vehicle is prohibited:

- within the right-of-way of any public street or roadway open to the public, and

- on any municipality owned property.

Purpose:

- Ensure safe movement of police, fire, and emergency medical vehicles;

- Facilitate efficient snow and ice removal by the Public Works Department;

- Protect public safety during winter weather conditions.

Penalty:

- Violators will be fined $25 for each offense.

Please move vehicles before 12:00 PM on 01/25/2026 to avoid fines and to help emergency services and snow-removal operations.

How to avoid frozen pipes

"Disconnect outside hoses and turn the water off at the valve inside your home.

Keep garage doors closed if there are water supply lines in the garage.

Open kitchen & bathroom doors to allow warmer air to circulate around the plumbing.

• When the weather is very cold outside. let the COLP WATCR ONLY drip from the faucet served by exposed pipes. Running water through the pipe - even at a trickle - helps prevent pipes from freezing.

If your pipe runs through the attic or crawl space, open the door to allow warmer air to now in.

• Keep the thermostat set to the same temperature both during the day and at night. By

temporarily suspending the use of lower nighttime temperatures. you may incur a higher

heating bill. but you can prevent a much mote costly repair job if pipes freeze and burst.

If you will be going to be away in cold weather, leave the heat on"

Frozen pipe alert link https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1aU13EppZz/

UPDATE! Curbside Trash/Recycling

"Due to the predicted large amount of snow to fall tomorrow Sunday January 25th and Monday January 26th, 2026, your scheduled trash and recycling pick up will be delayed one day.

So, Monday trash and recycling will be picked up on Tuesday.

Tuesday trash and recycling will be picked up on Wednesday

Wednesday trash and recycling will be picked up on Thursday

Thursday trash and recycling will be picked up on Friday

Friday trash and recycling will be picked up Saturday!"

Curbside schedule change for next week https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1bgpchiWBD/

Franklin MA: Storm Center Collection for Jan 25 - 26, 2026 

Closed or Early Closing for Sunday, January 25, 2026

• Franklin Historical Museum - Closed   https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1BzBUk73mz/
• Children's Museum of Franklin - closing at 12:30 PM  https://www.facebook.com/share/p/16sthCnPYP/
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Town of Franklin Senior Center Update: Due to storm closed on Monday Jan 26, 2026 (audio)

Franklin Senior Center Director Sarah Amaral with an update on the closure of the center for Monday, Jan 26, 2026 and other storm related updates.

Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1642-town-of-franklin-senior-center-closure-updates-1-25-26/

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Sunday, January 25, 2026 ???

Sunday, January 25

Storm Center Collection

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/01/franklin-ma-storm-center-collection-for.html

12:00pm Parking Ban takes effect until Monday, Jan 26 at noon time

12:30pm Children's Museum of Franklin (closing time due to storm)

1:00pm Franklin Historical Museum - CLOSED due to the Storm

2:00pm Steel Magnolias (THE BLACK BOX)

*** 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

Town of Franklin: Winter Storm Parking Ban — Sunday, 01/25/2026 12:00 PM to Monday, 01/26/2026 12:00 PM

A winter storm parking ban is in effect from 12:00 noon on Sunday, 01/25/2026 until 12:00 noon on Monday, 01/26/2026.

During this period, parking of any motor vehicle is prohibited:

- within the right-of-way of any public street or roadway open to the public, and

- on any municipality owned property.

Purpose:

- Ensure safe movement of police, fire, and emergency medical vehicles;

- Facilitate efficient snow and ice removal by the Public Works Department;

- Protect public safety during winter weather conditions.

Penalty:

- Violators will be fined $25 for each offense.

Please move vehicles before 12:00 PM on 01/25/2026 to avoid fines and to help emergency services and snow-removal operations.

Shared from -> https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1Jq8ukS2kh/

DPW update on snow storm response; parking tickets issued during storm

Email from DPW Director Brutus Cantoreggi from earlier in the day (Monday, 1/19/26):

Just want to give you all an update on the snow and ice removal operations in case you get some calls.

Yesterday around 2PM, Waste Management called to inform us that trash and recycling would not be collected on Monday (today) as planned due to predicted weather. So curbside pick-up would be delayed one day. This is allowed in our contract with them. We immediately posted on websites and social media.

DPW personnel reported to work yesterday at 4 PM to work the storm based on weather reports that we received. We had pre- treated the Town the day before.

It was anticipated that we would get around three inches as reported by our weather folks and local media stations.

All DPW workers showed up on time.

Pretty much started snowing around 1PM with little accumulation.

Extremely cold, temp was 14 degrees.

Senior Center parking lot cleared when I went sledding with the kiddos on the hill to ECDC/Middle School

At 10PM we called in contractors as we had 3 inches of snow on the ground.

The contractors provided all equipment, much better than the last 2 events.

Vehicles parked on the road during the overnight parking ban continue to be a problem.

We worked with the Police and 35 to 40 tickets were issued.

As of right now, it is still snowing and over 6 inches of snow has fallen. The Town is looking pretty good, folks can travel throughout town on this holiday.

We will commence plowing sidewalks once the snow stops.

Shared from -> https://www.facebook.com/share/p/14V2BMgpGpr/

Metacomet Emergency Communication Center (MECC) stats for Friday's storm (12/19/25)

Via the Metacomet Emergency Communication Center (MECC) :

MECC stats

"Yesterday’s storm pushed our center to the highest call volume we’ve see all year and our team rose to the challenge.

Between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM:

• 911 calls- 196
• Business line calls - 340
• Dispatched Incidents- 350

To support the day shift during the surge, we called in additional staff from home, and everyone worked together seamlessly to manage the influx.

We are extremely proud of our dispatchers and support staff for keeping our communities safe when it mattered most. ALSO a big thank you to all our Fire and Police Departments that worked tirelessly going call to call to ensure safety!"

Shared from ->  https://www.facebook.com/share/1AQmzBnues/

Did you catch my conversation with Gary Premo, Executive Director of the Metacomet Emergency Communication Center (MECC) recorded in February 2025 -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/03/gary-premo-talks-about-growth-and.html