Franklin TV schedule for Monday, September 8, 2025 (Your local Public, Education & Government "PEG" station)

• Franklin All Access TV - Our Public Access Channel (Comcast 6, Verizon 26) = MONDAY

7:00 am Riffing on Main Street: Amy Adams

8:00 am SAFE Coalition: Overdose Awareness Day 2024

9:00 am 4th of July 2025: Two Guys Who Like Sharks

11:30 am Cooking Thyme: Candy Apples

12:00 pm Brook'n'Cookin: French Toast

12:30 pm Cooking with Linda: Green Bean Casserole

1:30 pm Pizzapalooza: Margherita Pizza

2:00 pm New England Candlepins: Summer 2018 Show 5

3:02 pm Candlepin New Generation: Show 12

4:30 pm Winning Ways with the MIAA: Pete Smith

5:30 pm Metrowest Symposium: Sharing Identity on Social Media

7:00 pm Frank Presents: Daniela Masters Pt 2

8:30 pm Circle of Friends: Garnet Rogers

• Franklin Pride TV - Our Educational Channel        (Comcast 8, Verizon 28) = MONDAY

7:00 am All-Town Showcase 2024: Band

8:30 am SAFE Coalition: Overdose Awareness Day 2024

9:30 am Winning Ways with the MIAA: Referee Shortage Pt1

10:30 am Public School Concert: MICCA Showcase Pt. 1 03-14-18

12:00 pm Public School Event: Annie Sullivan Winter Music 2022

1:30 pm     FHS Varsity Football v Canton 09-05-25

8:00 pm FHS Varsity Volleyball v Oliver Ames 09-03-25

10:00 pm FHS Varsity Field Hockey v King Philip 09-05-25

• Franklin Town Hall TV - Our Government Channel (Comcast 9, Verizon 29) = MONDAY

8:00 am Planning Board 07-28-25

12:00 pm Police Station Building Committee 08-27-25

2:00 pm Planning Board 07-28-25

7:00 pm Planning Board  CHAMBERS  857 9652 3948

Get this week's program guide for Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) online  http://franklin.tv/programguide.pdf 

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What's happening in Franklin, MA: Sunday, September 7, 2025 ??

Sunday, September 7

11:00am Sunday Brunch (Teddy Gallagher's Irish Pub)

12:00pm 'Just Make it' Art Club (99 Pound Rd, Cumberland)

1:00pm Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

** NO  Town Meetings today   **

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What's happening in Franklin, MA

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

Officer Dave Gove and Officer Amanda Ayer recognized for response for an infant not breathing

Via Franklin Police:

Gianna and her parents Kelcey and Nick stopped by the station to thank Officers Gove and Ayer

"We’re very happy to share this post with permission of Gianna’s family. Last month, Officer Dave Gove and Officer Amanda Ayer responded to a residence in Franklin for an infant not breathing. Officer Gove and Ayer arrived first and Officer Gove began performing on CPR on baby Gianna. Care was quickly transferred to the Franklin Fire Department. Gianna was in for a fight but she prevailed!

Today Gianna and her parents Kelcey and Nick stopped by the station to thank Officers Gove and Ayer for their response that difficult morning and we are so grateful they did!

Officer Gove and Officer Ayer have been School Resource Officers in our schools. Due to staffing restrictions they were reassigned to our patrol division this past July and they both work day shift together.

Incidents like this highlight the superior training and preparedness our officers have to respond to these critical incidents. GREAT JOB Officer Gove and Officer Ayer!"

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Franklin TV: Motherhood - Time for new family

by Pete Fasciano, Executive Director 09/07/2025

Our American linguagem is decorated with idiomatic expressions; quips, bromides, and turns of phrase. “ Let’s Belly up to the bar, boys.” “ I’m up in the air on this issue.”

Among these, there were ‘gloriously unassailable triplets’. Word groupings that conveyed our most essential, universally valued ideals. The ‘triplet’ was a common associative device of advertising.

The stentorian announcer always noted that Superman was fighting to defend, “ Truth, Justice, and the American Way.” (umm- Can someone get Soop on the phone?) Then there was, “ American as Baseball, Apple Pie and Chevrolet.”

Another biggie many of us have heard, “Justice, Motherhood and Highway Safety”.

These days? Justice has been taking on some collateral damage. Highway safety? In Massachusetts? Have you seen how some idiots drive? Cheez Looeez!

But then, there’s ‘Motherhood’. If there’s a gloriously unassailable ideal, this is it. Where would this world be without moms? Motherhood is such a primal instinct that high-tech developers seek to insert a core ‘mothering’ directive into their AI systems as the ultimate reality check and psychological safety mechanism.

A mother’s protection.

Glorious Motherhood is coming to Franklin TV. Our staff member Meredith is due in September, and our baby shower ‘send-off’ was a great opportunity to celebrate. We wish Meredith all the good and wonderful things of momhood.

FYI: Her name means, ‘protector of the seas’. A mother’s protection.

And, no – she’s not having triplets.

And – as always –

Thank you for watching. 

Thank you for listening to wfpr●fm.

And staying informed at Franklin●news.

Get this week's program guide for Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) online  http://franklin.tv/programguide.pdf 

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Jack Lank talks about making connections, small business issues, and the split vs. single tax rate (audio)

FM #1508 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1508 in the series.

This session shares my conversation with Jack Lank, Executive Director for the United Regional Chamber of Commerce. We had our conversation in the Franklin TV & Radio studio on Tuesday, September 2, 2025

 

Our conversation covers Jack’s role in fostering connections amongst business and government to meet the needs of the 16 communities the organization covers. We touch on the split tax vs single rate property tax, the tariffs situation and business disruption it brings given all the legal uncertainty around them. 

The recording runs about 46 minutes, so let’s listen in. Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1508-jack-lank-chamber-small-business-connections-09-02-25/

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United Regional Chamber of Commerce page -> https://unitedregionalchamber.org/ 

On Facebook main page -> https://www.facebook.com/UnitedRegional/ 

 

Ribbon Cutting at BFT in Franklin Village on
Friday hosted by United Regional Chamber of Commerce

On Facebook “Rally Around the Restaurants” -> https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057116753301 

Original post in 2007

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2007/12/20-reasons-to-not-implement-dual-tax.html

Updated post in 2010 

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2010/12/split-tax-vs-single-tax-rate.html

Updated post in 2021

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2021/11/20-reasons-to-not-implement-dual-tax.html

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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!

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When cereal is needed, the community stepped up: Including one donation of 89 boxes of cereal

via Franklin Food Pantry:

one donation of 89 boxes of cereal

"Our community is amazing!

When we asked for cereal, you all stepped up in a big way. One donation, in particular, was so touching we had to share it. A family sent us 89 boxes of cereal—one for each year of their grandfather/great-grandfather’s life—as a way to honor his memory.

We were truly moved by this incredible act of kindness and are honored to be a part of their tribute. Thanks to this generous donation, we're able to help so many of our neighbors.

Thank you to all who donated!"

https://www.instagram.com/p/DOJc6gAD2TM/

Franklin Music Boosters fund raiser Thursday, September 11, 2025 at Chipotle

Franklin Music Boosters fund raiser Thursday, September 11, 2025 at Chipotle

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Be a Vendor at A-Wreath-of-Franklin Holiday Pop-Up!

Brought to the Franklin Community by the Franklin Cultural Council, Franklin Cultural District Committee and the Department of Arts, Culture and the Creative Economy.

When: A-Wreath-of-Franklin, December 13, 2025!

Be a Vendor at A-Wreath-of-Franklin Holiday Pop-Up!

This holiday season, THE BLACK BOX is partnering with A-Wreath-of-Franklin volunteers and will be transformed into a festive indoor market—filled with creativity, community spirit, and cool handmade goods.

We’re now accepting vendor inquiries from local makers, artisans, and creatives!

✔️ Vendors keep 100% of their profits

✔️ A thoughtfully curated marketplace ensures a lively mix of offerings

✔️ A warm, welcoming venue in the heart of downtown Franklin

If you’re interested in joining this year’s celebration as a vendor; we’d love to hear from you—simply fill out our inquiry form ->   https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfmYg-hhX8nQhbs34ykqD3vzXfGC03amynq8q5BG0NnWgYMZw/viewform

Officer Frankie shares some back to school safety tips

Officer Frankie shares some back to school safety tips

Catching up to this from Officer Frankie/ Franklin Police Dept:

"Phew what a pawsome first day back at school for all FPS students.

Even though dad and I only got to spend a few moments at the schools I’m sure it went well. As far as the traffic goes, welllllllll we are all learning new routes, drop off procedures and PATIENTS!!! It will get better (We HOPE).

Leave a few minutes earlier, pull to the side and safely get the kiddos to and from safely. 💙🐕‍🦺💙.

Tomorrow is a new day and it’s going to be a PAWSATIVELY great one !!!!!"

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Town of Franklin, MA: latest issue of Franklin Newsletter

Town Administration has released the latest volume of Franklin First!

To read the latest volume, click here: https://t.co/UxmI2XZXUI

Town of Franklin, MA: latest issue of Franklin Newsletter

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Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm schedule for Sunday, September 7, 2025

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. 

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:

 

Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm schedule for Sunday

Get this week's program guide for Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) online  http://franklin.tv/programguide.pdf 

Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm schedule for Sunday

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Saturday, September 6, 2025 ??

Saturday, September 6

9:00am Thrifty Threads (Franklin Federated Church)

10:00am Franklin Historical Museum (always free)

10:30am Messtival! (Franklin Public Library)

1:00pm Painting for Adults! (registration required) (Franklin Public Library)

2:00pm Karaoke at the Library!  (Franklin Public Library)

8:00pm Karaoke at The Raillery (Raillery Public House)

** NO  Town Meetings today   **

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What's happening in Franklin, MA

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

Franklin, MA: School Committee meeting agenda for Tuesday, Sep 9, 2025 session at 7 PM

Franklin School Committee

September 9, 2025 - 7:00 PM

Municipal Building – Council Chambers

 

Call to Order                     Mr. Callaghan 

Announcements from the Chair

Pledge of Allegiance

Moment of Silence

I. Routine Business

A. Review of Agenda

B. Payment of Bills Mr. Callaghan

C. Payroll Mr. McNeill

D. FHS Student Representative Comments

E. Superintendent’s Report

II. Guests/Presentations

A. Portugal/Lisbon Trip Presentation

B. New Administrator Introductions

C. 2025-26 District and School Improvement Plans

III. Discussion/Action Items

A. Portugal/Lisbon Field Trip Approval

I recommend approval of the request of Chris Penza to take FHS students to Portugal and Lisbon from April 17-25, 2027 as discussed.

B. 2025-26 District Improvement Plan Approval

I recommend approval of the 25-26 District Improvement Plan as discussed.

C. 2025-26 ECDC School Improvement Plan Approval

I recommend approval of the 25-26 ECDC School Improvement Plan as discussed.

D. 2025-26 Elementary School Improvement Plan Approval

I recommend approval of the 25-26 Elementary School Improvement Plan as discussed.

E. 2025-26 Franklin Middle School Improvement Plan Approval

I recommend approval of the 25-26 FMS School Improvement Plan as discussed.

F. 2025-26 Franklin High School Improvement Plan Approval

I recommend approval of the 25-26 FHS School Improvement Plan as discussed.

Franklin, MA: School Committee meeting agenda
for Tuesday, Sep 9, 2025 session at 7 PM

IV. Discussion Only Items

A. none

V. Information Matters

A. School Committee Sub-Committee Reports

B. School Committee Liaison Reports

VI. Consent Agenda

A. Approval of Minutes

I recommend approval of the minutes from your August 26, 2025 School Committee meeting as detailed.

VII. Good of the Order

VIII. Citizen’s Comments

IX. New Business

To discuss any future agenda items

X. Adjournment

https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_09092025-1902