FHS field hockey, volleyball, & boys soccer (video) teams post wins on Thursday

Via Twitter, Franklin TV, and our subscription to HockomockSports.com, we share the results of the Fall sports competition for Franklin High School on Thursday, Sep 25, 2025

Boys Soccer = Attleboro, 0 @ Franklin, 1 – Final

– A goal just past the midway point of the first half proved to be the difference as Franklin stayed atop the Kelley-Rex division standings with a 1-0 win over visiting Attleboro. Junior Zach O’Mahoney O’Sullivan dropped a left-footed free kick right to the top of the six-yard box and classmate Deacon Eglintine leapt up and flicked in a header to put the Panthers ahead.

Franklin TV video available for replay -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cy4L94gJnpc

Girls Soccer = Franklin, 3 @ Attleboro, 5 – Final

- Attleboro rallied from two goals down in the final 13 minutes to secure dramatic win over Franklin on the night that the Bombardiers honor the Olivia Knighton Foundation. Franklin almost opened the scoring early in the match, but Kennedy Samuel marked her return after two games out by clearing the ball off the line. Late in the first half, the Panthers, who were playing their second game in as many nights, broke the deadlock with a back post header off a free kick. The visitors doubled the lead in the 53rd minute, but three minutes later Attleboro got on the board. Mia Cooper fed Jordyn Riley making a run down the right side of the box and she found the far post. Franklin added a spectacular third in the 63rd minute, as Morgan Lovell stole the ball, cut around an Attleboro defender, and picked the top corner. It seemed like the Panthers were on their way to an important division win, but Attleboro showed resiliency on an emotional evening. Tatum O’Brien got the Bombardiers back within one in the 67th minute and then Madison Dennehy got on the end of freshman Yvette Fontaine’s cross at the near post and flicked in the equalizer. Samuel, who played at both ends of the pitch for the Bombardiers, popped up with the winner by running onto a through ball from Riley. In the 76th minute, O’Brien scored a terrific solo goal, weaving through the Franklin defense, to put the Bombardiers up 5-3. Attleboro coach Steve Santos said, “We didn’t quit and we battled hard.” He praised the team’s defense, including Colie McGilvray, Sofia Sprovieri, Jamie Riley, Samuel, and goalie Ciara O’Driscoll

Field Hockey = Milford, 0 @ Franklin, 12 – Final

– Franklin jumped out with four goals in the first quarter and never looked back in a dominant win over Milford. Ella Marzullo and Caydence Canavan each found the back of the net multiple times, while Amelia Manning scored her first varsity goal and added two more to complete a hat trick. Penelope Brady chipped in with a goal and an assist, Cade Taccini set up two goals, and Addi Weiss had a goal and helper. Devon Barry made two saves to secure the shutout in net.

Volleyball = Milford, 0 @ Franklin, 3 – Final 

– Behind a strong all-around effort from Makayla Kuykendall, Franklin swept Milford in three sets (25-18, 25-4, 25-11) at home. Kuykendall tallied 10 kills and 11 digs to pace the Panthers, while Emerson Delleo added six kills and 14 digs. Olivia Alberti chipped in five kills and two aces, Gianna Laurello recorded five kills and two blocks, Emerson Stewart served six aces, and Emma Cunningham held down the defense with 15 digs and two aces.

Golf = Franklin vs. Nashoba – Postponed to Wednesday, 10/8 at 3:15

For other results across the Hockomock League (subscription required)  

https://hockomocksports.com/thursdays-schedule-scoreboard-09-25-25/

FHS Panther sports results shared via Twitter & subscription to HockomockSports.com

Cast Announced for FPAC’s Annie

Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC) will present the beloved, family musical Annie October 17-26 at THE BLACK BOX in Franklin, MA. The production stars young local actor Colette Lelievre in the title role. Lelievre is a Bellingham, MA resident who attends Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School and the Franklin School for the Performing Arts. 

L to R: Colette Lelievre, Maria Sylvia Norris,
Nick Paone, Zoë Iacovelli

Joining Lelievre onstage are NYC’s Maria Sylvia Norris (Beetlejuice on tour) as Miss Hannigan, Robbie Rescigno as Rooster, and Ali Funkhouser as Lily St. Regis, as well as local FPAC favorites Nick Paone as Daddy Warbucks and Zoë Iacovelli as Grace Farrell. 

The cast features Bailey from Bill Berloni Theatrical Animals as Sandy. Bailey’s appearance as Sandy is brought to FPAC by the Parkman Family Foundation. The Orphans will be played by Kylie Adams, Tawny Adams, Katie Cornwell, Halley Henderson, Bella Pereira, Eliza Rodenhiser, Maja Thaker, Zoey Tucker, and Abby Winsor. 

The ensemble, comprised of NYC and Boston/Providence talent as well as collegiate actors from programs including Dean College, includes Melissa Baratta, Michael Baratta, Gia Mae Chessa, Charley Eastman, Andrew Scott Holmes, Conor Meehan, Emiliano Morales, Andy Saehan Shin, Kellie Stamp, Lindsay Tomas, Jason Robert Warner, and Isis Wilson. 

They will be joined by Student Apprentice Performers from the Franklin School for the Performing Arts Ani Corkran, Baree Frigon, Hailey Hulbig, Owen Charles, Ricky Fraser, Arabella Girouard, Penny Keenan, Suri Pahari, and Savannah Schlieman. 

Based on the popular comic strip by Harold Gray, Annie has become a worldwide phenomenon and was the winner of seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical. The beloved book and score by Tony Award winners, Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin, features some of the greatest musical theatre hits ever written, including “Tomorrow.” 

Directed by Raye Lynn Mercer with Music Direction by Hallie Wetzell, the production  features choreography by Broadway’s Clay Rice-Thomson (Moulin Rouge, KING KONG, Newsies, Matilda). 

Before Friday and Saturday evening performances of FPAC’s Annie, audiences have the option to step into Hannigan’s: a 1930s speakeasy. When an add-on ticket is purchased, patrons will be sent instructions to find and enter this secret establishment including the password. Inside, patrons will be greeted by the prohibition-era staff and enjoy drinks, snacks, and live music. Speakeasy admission is 21+. 

If patrons are attending the show with kids, they can follow Mr. Bundles to The Orphanage (the Orange Studio at the Franklin School for the Performing Arts) for supervised games and activities until 7:00pm. Only kids with a ticket to that night’s performance are permitted. The activities/supervision option is recommended for kids 12 and under, but all are welcome. The add-on ticket to this pre-show experience includes the password to Hannigan’s (it changes every night), an appetizer, soft drink, and reserved seating for the purchased ticket. Drinks and additional food will be available for purchase.

FPAC is an Actors’ Equity Small Professional Theater company based at THE BLACK BOX in downtown Franklin, MA. Each season, FPAC produces musicals, plays, ballets, and more featuring Broadway stars, professional actors, local performers, and emerging artists. Tickets for Annie are available at FPAConline.com or by calling the box office at 508-528-3370. 

Tri-County Open House for Middle Schoolers - Saturday, November 15, 2025

Middle School Open House — You're Invited!

Join us on Saturday, November 15, 2025, from 10 AM to 2 PM at Tri-County for an exciting look into the future of hands-on learning!

Tri-County Open House for Middle Schoolers - Saturday, November 15, 2025

Explore our vocational shops in action, meet our passionate educators, and discover how Tri-County blends academics with real-world skills to prepare students for success.

Whether you're curious about carpentry, culinary arts, coding, or cosmetology—there’s something here for everyone.

Registration is required to attend

Scan the QR code or head to tri-county.us/page/middle-school-open-house to sign up!

#WorkHardTodayCounts

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Thrift Shop Sale & Church Yard Sale Friday, September 26 and Saturday, September 27, 2025

Franklin Federated Church Thrift Shop is having it's Summer Ending Dollar Sale on Friday, September 26, 1 -4. All clothes are $1, kids Bogo. Jewelry as priced.

Thrift Shop Sale 

The annual church Yard Sale is on Saturday 9-1. The dollar sale will continue on Saturday at the shop from 9 AM to 1 PM.

The shop will reopen on October 3 with a fabulous collection of fall and winter items.

Thrift Shop Sale & Church Yard Sale Friday, September 26 and Saturday, September 27, 2025

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Over 90K MA Teens Joined Planet Fitness’ Free Summer Program

MORE THAN 90,000 MASSACHUSETTS TEENS PARTICIPATE IN PLANET FITNESS' HIGH SCHOOL SUMMER PASS™ PROGRAM, BUILDING LIFELONG HEALTH AND WELLNESS HABITS THROUGH FITNESS

As participation hits an all-time high, initiative demonstrates teens' commitment to prioritizing mental and physical wellness during summer months

Planet Fitness, one of the largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers with more members than any other fitness brand, announced that 91,074 high school students across Massachusetts signed up for its High School Summer Pass program this year, logging 463,541 workouts over the course of the summer. 

More than 3.7 million teens ages 14-19 participated in the free summer initiative, completing over 19 million workouts from June through August in Planet Fitness' 2,700+ locations across the U.S. and Canada.

Planet Fitness

The unprecedented participation reflects teens' strong desire to stay active and prioritize their wellbeing during a critical time when school is out, and regular fitness programs like gym class and after-school sports are on pause. Planet Fitness is proud to provide the opportunity for millions of teens across the country to exercise in a safe and welcoming fitness environment during the summer months, further supporting their commitment to mental and physical health.

"We're incredibly proud to see such strong participation from teens across Massachusetts this summer," said Bruce Edwards, CEO of Core Development and Management, a local Planet Fitness franchise group. "The High School Summer Pass program provides a free, safe space for teens to stay active, build healthy habits, and grow their confidence. It's inspiring to see the difference we're making in our communities."

As a result of this year's program alone, Planet Fitness has invested more than $168M  in waived membership dues to promote youth health and wellness and improve the physical and mental health of millions of teens.

A survey conducted by Planet Fitness of more than 6,500 participating teens and 4,400 guardians revealed significant positive outcomes from the 2025 program, demonstrating measurable impact across dimensions of teen development: 

• Building Lifelong Habits: An impressive 93 percent of teen participants report that the program has actively helped them create sustainable health and fitness routines that extend beyond the summer months.

• Confidence is Climbing: 78 percent of participants report feeling more confident since joining the program, highlighting how a little movement goes a long way.

• Energy Boost: 80 percent of teens have seen an increase in their energy levels.

• Meaningful Family Impact: 86 percent of parents report that their teens' participation in the program sparked new, meaningful conversations about health and wellness with their teens.

• Inspiring Family Fitness: 76 percent of parents report that their teens working out this summer has inspired others in their family to get more physically active.

The High School Summer Pass program's success stems from Planet Fitness' dedication to removing barriers to fitness and creating a high-value, inclusive environment where people of all ages and fitness levels can thrive. By investing in teenage wellness, the Company continues to fulfill its mission of enhancing lives through accessible, high-quality fitness experiences.

For more information about Planet Fitness and to find locations, visit https://www.planetfitness.com/gyms/

About Planet Fitness

Founded in 1992 in Dover, NH, Planet Fitness is one of the largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers in the world by number of members and locations. As of June 30, 2025, Planet Fitness had approximately 20.8 million members and 2,762 clubs in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, Canada, Panama, Mexico, Australia and Spain. The Company's mission is to enhance people's lives by providing a high-quality fitness experience in a welcoming, non-intimidating environment, which we call the Judgement Free Zone®. More than 90% of Planet Fitness clubs are owned and operated by independent business men and women.

Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm schedule for Friday, September 26, 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 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 segment shares my conversation Talking small business & tax rates with Jack Lack, United Regional Chamber of Commerce -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/09/jack-lank-talks-about-making.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.

From Sassy to sultry - Sarah Vaughan to Peggy Lee, Rhythm Kings to All Stars - the Rolling Stones incognito, machine guns to tigers, Dylan will take us a million miles into a Roomful of Blues. Come for the ride, you'll see ALL the sights and sounds!

Talkin' the Blues will move and shake you this week.

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 

Franklin TV schedule for Friday, September 26, 2025 (Your local Public, Education & Government "PEG" station)

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

7:00 am Second Sunday Speaker Series: Wedding Gowns

8:30 am Frank Presents: Daniela Masters Pt 2

10:00 am Riffing on Main Street: Amy Adams

11:00 am Senior Connection: Ariel Doggett

12:00 pm Brook'n'Cookin: Brownies

12:30 pm Cooking with Linda: Green Bean Casserole

1:30 pm     Pizzapalooza: Margherita Pizza

2:00 pm New England Candlepins: Summer 2018 Show 4

3:00 pm Winning Ways with the MIAA: Pete Smith

4:00 pm 4th of July 2025: Joanna Connor

7:30 pm Concerts on the Common: Electric Youth

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

7:00 am Lifelong Music: Strings School 01-22-25

8:30 am Mental Health: Mithun Pasham

9:30 am Public School Event: FHS Pops Night 05-09-18

1:00 pm FHS Theater Company: Lord of the Flies

2:00 pm Public School Concert: MICCA Showcase Pt. 2 03-14-18

3:30 pm FHS Varsity Football v Brockton 09-19-25

9:00 pm Franklin Footlighters: High School Musical Jr.

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

8:00 am  Zoning Board of Appeals 08-28-25

11:00 am  Zoning Board of Appeals 09-04-25

2:00 pm  Zoning Board of Appeals 08-28-25

5:00 pm  Zoning Board of Appeals 09-04-25

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: Thursday, September 25, 2025 ??

Thursday, September 25

Library & Senior Center events

9:00am Fallen Hero: Frank J. Smith (Veterans Walkway, Franklin Town Common)

9:30am Flu Vaccine Clinic (Franklin Senior Center)

9:00pm Good Thomas (live music) (3 Restaurant)

For additional details on Library events ->    https://www.franklinma.gov/942/Calendar-of-Events

For additional details on Senior Center events ->        

https://www.franklinma.gov/calendar.aspx?CID=37,24&showPastEvents=false

**  Town Meetings today   **

Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) Meeting

Thursday, September 25 Time: 7:30 PM

https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_09252025-1892 

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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

Fallen Hero Recognition: Frank J. Smith - Sep 25, 2025, 9 AM

Memorial event today (9/25/25) at 9 AM on the Town Common Veterans Walkway to honor Frank J. Smith, Pvt. U S Army, WWI.   

This program will include the placing of a Memorial Wreath for the day, the playing of Taps, a salute from those present, and a reading of whatever history  may be available for that veteran.  This is a way of keeping the memory of that veteran alive.

Fallen Hero: Frank J. Smith, Pvt. U S Army, WWI

Frank Smith was inducted into the Army on 22 July 1918, into the 21st Company, 6th Training Battalion.

He then was transferred to Company A, 42nd Infantry on 121 August 1918 at Camp Devens. 

Pvt. Smith died of disease, probably the Flu Epidemic, on this date 1918.

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For the full published series of Fallen Heroes you can visit this link
http://www.franklinmatters.org/2013/08/franklin-fallen-heroes-series.html

Photo album of the Fallen Hero pillars along the Veterans Walkway

https://photos.app.goo.gl/oRGdmq9krLNEBnjJ7

The video series of recognition ceremonies for 2024 (YTD) 

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2024/07/fallen-hero-recognition-ceremonies-for.html

Fallen Hero Recognition

Opening Day of the Pumpkin Patch is This Sunday, Sep 28, 2025

Pumpkin Patch Season is September 28-October 31

at St. John’s Episcopal Church

Opening Day of the Pumpkin Patch
is This Sunday, Sep 28, 2025

Mark your calendar. The pumpkins are coming! Come visit the 6th Annual Pumpkin Patch at St. John’s Episcopal Church at 237 Pleasant Street, Franklin. It will be open Sept. 28 through Oct. 31.

A huge selection of pumpkins, gourds and colorful mum plants will fill the front lawn at St. John’s Church. Kids will have fun picking out their favorites. It’s a cute photo opportunity for families and a good time to start decorating for autumn.

Open 7 days a week, here’s the schedule:

• Monday-Friday 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
• Saturdays 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Sundays Noon - 4:00 PM
• Monday October 13, open all day from 10 AM to 5 PM

The pumpkins are grown using sustainable agricultural practices that help benefit the environment. They are grown in a region of New Mexico with 42% unemployment, providing jobs for Navajo people. Proceeds from pumpkin & plant sales benefit the Navajo Nation in New Mexico as well as St. John’s Church and its service in the Franklin community. 

SHEROES Luncheon For Women Veterans Friday, October 17, 2025

SHEROES Luncheon For Women Veterans Fri 17 Oct 2025 

For other Veterans Events check out the events page -> 

https://www.franklinma.gov/374/Veterans-Events

FHS girls soccer ties with Natick on Wednesday

Via Twitter, Franklin TV, and our subscription to HockomockSports.com, we share the results of the Fall sports competition for Franklin High School on Wednesday, Sep 24, 2025

Girls Soccer = Franklin, 3 @ Natick, 3 – Final 

– Franklin twice held leads in the second half but settled for a point in a thrilling, back-and-forth game against fellow D1 contender Natick. The Red Hawks grabbed the first lead of the match, but Franklin equalized when Lily Strong finished off a pass from Morgan Lovell. The Panthers grabbed their first lead when Lovell headed a corner off the crossbar. Gwen Holland reacted first to the loose ball and finished for a 2-1 lead. Natick leveled the match but the Franklin hit a textbook counterattack to regain the advantage. After clearing a dangerous Natick free kick on the edge of the box, Lovell sprung Strong down the right channel and the sophomore coolly lifted her shot over the onrushing keeper to make it 3-2. Natick answered back with nine minutes remaining. Franklin thought it won the match with three minutes to play, but Strong’s goal was called back for a tight offsides call and the end-to-end match ended in a draw.

For other results across the Hockomock League (subscription required)  

https://hockomocksports.com/wednesdays-schedule-scoreboard-09-24-25/

FHS Panther sports results shared via Twitter & subscription to HockomockSports.com

The Franklin Food Pantry’s FY25 Infographic highlights another year of impact for the community

Via Franklin Food Pantry

The Franklin Food Pantry’s FY25 Infographic
highlights another year of impact for the community

"We’re pleased to share The Pantry’s FY25 Infographic which highlights another year of impact.

This year, we saw a 10% increase in the number of households served, a clear sign of the growing need right here in our community. But it's also a powerful testament to our community's ability to come together and meet that need.

Measuring our impact is important. It helps us pinpoint where help is needed most and allows us to plan for the future.

As the need for food assistance continues to rise, we're so grateful to be part of such a supportive and collaborative community."

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