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Friday, January 16, 2026
Hang up on unexpected calls saying you owe back taxes. Those are scams (video)
Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm schedule for Friday, January 16, 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.
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:
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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 shares my conversation with Samantha Piette of Piette Petal Co as we talk floral arrangements-> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/01/samantha-piette-talks-about-floral.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
Franklin TV schedule for Friday, January 16, 2026 (Your local Public, Education & Government "PEG" station)
- Franklin All Access TV - Our Public Access Channel (Comcast 6, Verizon 26) = FRIDAY
7:00 am Franklin Art Association: Christine West
8:30 am Frank's Musings: Venezuela
10:00 am Aging Boldfully: Look Back then Move Forward
11:00 am Senior Connection: Spaghetti Bolognese
12:00 pm Brook'n'Cookin: French Toast
12:30 pm Cooking with Linda: Chicken Pot Pie
1:30 pm Pizzapalooza: Emergency Pizza
2:00 pm New England Candlepins: Summer 2019 Show 3
3:00 pm Candlepin New Generation: Show 9
3:30 pm FPAC: The Nutcracker Day Two
6:00 pm Jon Mitchell & Randy LaRosa: 12-Tone Music
8:00 pm Sons & Daughters of Italy: Italian Immigrants
9:30 pm Winning Ways with the MIAA: Student Athletes Show 2 12-12-25
Franklin Pride TV - Our Educational Channel (Comcast 8, Verizon 28) = FRIDAY
7:00 am All-Town Showcase 2024: Band
8:30 am Universe of Adolescent Sleep
9:30 am FHS Winter Music: Chorus and Orchestra 2024
11:00 am FHSTC - Flowers for Algernon
2:00 pm FHS Concert Hour 02-26-25
4:00 pm FHS Boys Varsity Basketball v Taunton 01-02-26
8:30 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 12-23-25
2:00 pm Zoning Board of Appeals 12-23-25
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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Thursday, January 15, 2026
What's happening in Franklin, MA: Thursday, January 15, 2026 ???
Thursday, January 15
- Senior Center closed all day
8:30am State & Town Officials Office Hour - CANCELED (Senior Center Closed today)
10:00am Traffic Advisory (St. Mary's Parish & Town Common area)
7:00pm 350 Mass Greater Franklin Node Meeting (First Universalist Society Franklin)
7:00pm BEN 4 Franklin Mtg (Franklin TV and Radio)
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For additional details on Library events ->
For additional details on Senior Center events ->
** Town Meetings today **
Cultural District Committee Meeting
Thursday, January 15 Time: 6:30 PM
https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_01152026-2088
Conservation Commission Meeting
Thursday, January 15th Time: 7:00 PM
https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Item/545?fileID=7509
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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
The School district calendar is found https://franklinpublicschooldistrictma.sites.thrillshare.com/o/fpsd/page/school-calendar
BFCCPS Capstone Project Presentation Schedule
The Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter Public School opened our doors 31 years ago as one of the original charter public schools in Massachusetts. This year we now serve just under 900 students (899 to be exact) in Grades Kindergarten through Grade Eight.
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| BFCCPS Capstone Project Presentation Schedule |
As part of our school's commitment to Character Education and Community Service, all of our 8th grade students complete and present a service learning project we call Capstone. The term capstone references an architectural term for the final piece that is inserted to complete an archway. In that way the Capstone project symbolizes the final piece of a student’s education at BFCCPS. It requires the student to incorporate aspects of all four pillars of our school’s mission, in order to complete the project successfully.
Beginning in the fall of their 7th grade year, students begin to brainstorm their ideas for a service learning project. Students follow a multistep process to develop an action plan for their project and work towards approval to implement in the summer and fall of their 8th grade year. We are incredibly proud of the variety and quality of the projects our students produce. Through capstone, our students illustrate that young people can make an impact on their school, community and world.
Presentations are scheduled for the end of January:
- Tuesday, January 27th: Students in Ms. Trahan’s (12:00-1:15) & Miss White's Advising Groups (1:15-2:30)
- Wednesday, January 28th: Students in Madame Patole (12:00-1:15) & Coach Anderson's Advising Groups (1:15-2:30)
- Thursday, January 29th: Students in Mr. Nerbonne (12:00-1:15) & Mrs. Vasady Kovacs' Advising Groups (1:15-2:30)
- Friday: January 30th: Students in Madame McNamara’s Advising Group (10:00 - 11:30)
Click the link below to visit the Capstone Corner Website where you can read more about the Capstone, watch video archives and find the dress code for the event on the Capstone Microsite.
Finance Committee hears economics of development as "it's complicated", approves Capital budget requests (video)
The Finance Committee met on Wednesday, Jan 14, 2025. 8 members (1 absent) were present in Council Chambers for a four hour session.
Franklin TV video for replay -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BaC9XFahY1M
The agenda and released documents for this meeting -> https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_01142026-2089
Quick recap ->
- Board of Assessors and Town Staff: The Economics of Development, residential valuations are based upon residential property sales and comparables. Commercial Industrial valuations are more complicated in that there is a revenue factor for how much money the operations is actually making (confidentially reported to the Assessors) along with several other factors. The repeated phrase was "it's complicated"
- We did hear that there is NO issue with water supply or sewer capacity. Police and Fire are understaffed (but managing as best they can for the volume), Schools built extra capacity as part of the redistricting effort. The per pupil amount talked of is not what each net new student would cost. There are existing capacities to handle some number of students without adding a teacher.
- The capital budget first pass was approved after a lengthy discussion. Town policy calls for funding multiple stabilization accounts, this year only the OPEB account was proposed for funding due to the budget shortfall and that it had not been funded last year.
- The OPEB fund resolution passed 8-0-1 (1 absent)
- The first pass at the tier 1 capital requests accounted for $1.8M and was proposed to amend to remove the sprinkler system work required at the Senior Center. The amendment was meant to reserve the additional $750K for the potential budget deficit. The motion to amend after a lengthy discussion failed by a 1-7-1 (1 for, 1 absent, 7 against removal for the item). The vote on the original resolution passed 7-1-1 (7 for, 1 against, 1 absent)
FHS wresting falls to Milford on Wednesday
Via Instagram, Franklin TV, and our subscription to HockomockSports.com, we share the results of the Winter sports competition for Franklin High School on Wednesday, January 14, 2026
Wrestling = Milford, 57 @ Franklin, 18 – Final
– Milford recorded eight pins and rolled to a big win over rival Franklin to stay unbeaten in league play through two dual meets. The meet was back-and-forth at the start, with the teams trading wins. Amelia Hough got the Hawks on the board with a second-period pin at 106 but John Woodall followed with a pin just 38 seconds into his match at 113 to tie it. Cameron Zicherman put Milford back in front with a first-period pin at 120 but Ben Ellis followed with a first-period pin of his own at 126 to bring the Panthers right back. Brayden Boccia matched them with a pin at 132 to give Milford the lead for good. Jack Sauer recorded a takedown midway through the third period to edge Dylan Wright at 138 and make it 18-15. Milford would win by fall in the next three matches to pull away. Ryan Flis oinned his opponent in the third period at 144 and Josiah Carney (150) and Kaua Reis (157) each ended their matches in the first round. Dom Joice got a first-period takedown and held off Anthony Marzullo for a hard-fought 4-2 win at 165. Wanderson Dos Santos won by forfeit at 175 to make it 45-15 and Anthony Norris followed with a second-round pin for the Hawks. Keaton Cooper took control of his match with a pair of third-period takedowns and won 9-2 at 215, Franklin’s fourth win of the meet. The match at 285 was a battle. William Best had a 6-2 lead after one period, but just when it looked like he might take Wellison Dos Santos down again, the Milford heavyweight flipped things around and finished it with a pin.
For a Photo Gallery from this dual meet (subscription required) -> https://hockomocksports.smugmug.com/2025-2026/Winter-2025-2026/Franklin-vs-Milford-Wrestling-01-14-26
For other results across the Hockomock League (subscription required)
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| FHS Panther sports results shared via Twitter & subscription to HockomockSports.com |
FHS gymnastics team tops KP on Monday
Catching up to share the FHS gymnastic results from Monday via Instagram
Gymnastics = Franklin, 132.65 @ King Philip, 130.55 - Final
Super proud of this team who continued to push through and persevere when things weren’t always going their way. Franklin 132.65 came out on top with a tough fight against KP 130.55. 
FHS gymnastics team tops KP on Monday
Was last night our best? No. We made some mistakes but the girls continued to be there for each other and push through. We had some amazing moments too.
Season High For Alivia Hess on Floor 9.1, Season High for Abby Robillard on Floor debuting her 1.5 twist 8.9. Kendra Love also put down her season High 8.7 on Floor her presentation and execution was the best I had seen! Joining in on the Season High fun was Veronica Pimentel on bars with an 8.0.
We will continue to work hard make some adjustments and get back at it. Full recap in photo for top contributors.
MassMEP Awarded $2.93 Million in NIST MEP Cooperative Agreement to Support Massachusetts Manufacturers in FY 2026
MassMEP, the Massachusetts Manufacturing Extension Partnership, announced today that it has been awarded the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) Cooperative Agreement for Massachusetts for Fiscal Year 2026, totaling $2.9 million. The award coincides with MassMEP’s 30th year of service supporting small and medium-sized manufacturers throughout the Commonwealth.
As part of the national NIST MEP Network, MassMEP delivers high-impact consulting, training, and technical assistance designed to improve manufacturers’ competitiveness, profitability, and resilience. The FY 2026 cooperative agreement enables MassMEP to continue helping manufacturers strengthen their topline growth, bottom-line performance, and long-term business pipeline, while remaining and expanding in Massachusetts.
Consistent with NIST MEP performance measures, MassMEP-supported manufacturers have reported significant economic impact in recent years, including increases in new and retained sales, measurable cost savings, and new capital investments. These engagements have also resulted in the creation and retention of thousands of manufacturing jobs across Massachusetts.
“This cooperative agreement reflects the strength of MassMEP’s results-driven approach and the confidence NIST places in our ability to deliver measurable impact for manufacturers,” said Kathie Mahoney, President of MassMEP. “For 30 years, we have worked directly with manufacturers to address their most pressing challenges, whether improving operational performance, achieving regulatory compliance, developing their workforce, or accessing funding and new markets.”
“I am thrilled to see MassMEP receive this $2.9 million NIST MEP cooperative agreement,” said State Representative Jeffrey N. Roy (10th Norfolk District), Co-Chair of the Manufacturing Caucus. “MassMEP’s unwavering commitment to innovation, training, and strong community partnerships continues to strengthen our manufacturing ecosystem and support the long-term economic health of the Commonwealth.”
About MassMEP: MassMEP is a private, nonprofit organization and part of the NIST Manufacturing Extension Partnership National Network.
The Hollings Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) is based at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). The national Program Office (NIST MEP) which provides the federal government funding for the MEP National Network™ is located in Gaithersburg, MD. The MEP National Network includes the National Institute of Standards and Technology’s Manufacturing Extension Partnership (NIST MEP), MEP Centers across the U.S. and in Puerto Rico, the MEP Advisory Board, MEP Center boards, and the Foundation for Manufacturing Excellence, as well as nearly 1,400 trusted advisors and experts at approximately 475 MEP service locations, providing any U.S. manufacturer with access to resources they need to succeed.
For more information please reach out to MassMEP here.
School Committee approves trip, program of studies, & hears updates on Teaching Learning, childcare (video)
The Franklin School Committee meeting on Tuesday, Jan 13, 2026 with all 7 members present in Council Chambers to cover a very full agenda in almost 4 1/2 hours.
Franklin TV video for replay -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GaXy2prDrCI
Superintendent's Report
1-13-26 Superintendent's Report to School Committee
II. Guests/Presentations
A. FHS Galapagos Field Trip
_SC Galapagos Presentation https://files-backend.assets.thrillshare.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/4780/Fpsd/5fadd50c-2e04-4b19-8e85-df8622bc8aa8/Discussion_Action_A_-_Galapagos_Islands_Trip.pdf?disposition=inline
B. FHS 2026-27 Program of Studies Update – Dr. Weber
2026-27 FHS Program of Studies Presentation https://files-backend.assets.thrillshare.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/4780/Fpsd/9b101140-9f6a-41fe-aed3-7049f5df6797/2026-27-FHS-Program-of-Studies-Presentation.pdf?disposition=inline
C. Office of Teaching & Learning District Assessment Presentation – Dr. Rogers
Final January 2026 Assessment Presentation https://files-backend.assets.thrillshare.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/4780/Fpsd/f93932c6-c93c-4de1-94be-d429f0ef6199/Final-January-2026-Assessment-Presentation.pdf?disposition=inline
D. Franklin Childcare Presentation – Patty Gay
FPS Child Care Presentation 1_13_2026 https://files-backend.assets.thrillshare.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/4780/Fpsd/05d7d3a4-1581-482d-8807-b0fe22ba8d87/FPS-Child-Care-Presentation-1_13_2026.pdf?disposition=inline
Pictures of the slides shared captured in one album for
- The Galapagos trip presentation -> https://photos.app.goo.gl/amcYuXHUxJfRbu6Y7
- The FHS Program of Studies -> https://photos.app.goo.gl/p5zRxxEXyke76hV66
- Teaching & Learning update -> https://photos.app.goo.gl/LotQq5wCQJ8qJmUy9
- Little Solutions Childcare update -> https://photos.app.goo.gl/JoMPxdB2v7a2TMV26
Meeting packet folder for all docs released for this meeting -> https://www.franklinps.net/documents/departments/school-committee/meeting-packets/2025---26-meeting-packets/january-13%2C-2026-sc-meeting-packet/24614180
Franklin Public Radio wfpr.fm schedule for Thursday, January 15, 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.
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:
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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
- This shares the Town of Franklin - Board of Health Mtg of Jan 7, 2026 - https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/01/franklin-ma-board-of-health-mtg-010726.html
9:00 AM, 2:00 PM, and 7:00 PM - first hour
10:00 AM, 3:00 PM, and 8:00 PM - second hour
Turntable – "Enjoy a fun experience with co-hosts The Vibe and Pauly G sharing personal discussions about a featured rock n roll vinyl record (1st hour) and the best, all music Vibe Playlist (2nd hour)"
- This week the 2 hour Turntable Show features Eric Clapton "Slowhand" Album and the Clapton Vibe Playlist. “Slowhand” was released on November 25, 1977 and was hugely successful commercially, reaching #2 on the Billboard 200 and going multi-platinum. The album includes big hits: “Lay Down Sally”; “Wonderful Tonight”; and “Cocaine”.
- The Playlist Hour includes special live cuts and studio hits across Clapton's Blindfaith, Derek and the Dominos, and solo recordings. Enjoy listening to the music from one of the world's most influential rock n blues guitarists of all time
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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