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| wfpr.fm Schedule for Monday - Franklin Public Radio |
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| Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm schedule |
Franklin Pride TV - Our Educational Channel (Comcast 8, Verizon 28) = MONDAY
Franklin Town Hall TV - Our Government Channel (Comcast 9, Verizon 29) = MONDAY
FM #1631 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, numbers 1631 in the series.
This session shares the presentation by Joe Landry at the Franklin Historical Museum on Nov 15, 2025. “The History of the Franklin YMCA.“
Joe was also recognized with the Mary Olsson Award for his contributions to the history of Franklin before his presentation began
Approx. 45 minutes
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When the video is available, that will be shared
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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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250th Anniversary Celebration Committee (remote only)
Sunday, January 18 Time: 5:30 PM
https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_01182026-2096
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| Free Teen Fitness Opportunities Through Grant Support |
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| Learn to Lift |
“I’ll be working directly with teens in Learn to Lift, helping them build a simple and safe gym routine. We’ll focus on major movements like Bench Press, Squat, Deadlift, and other compound lifts. My goal is to give them the tips and tricks that set them up for future success in the weight room—and they’ll leave with a routine of four different workouts they can use right away.”
“When I hire sports instructors or camp counselors, I look for enthusiasm and a genuine understanding of the YMCA’s impact in our community. My first job at the Y was as a camp counselor, where I learned how deeply the Y supports families. That experience taught me professionalism and sparked my desire to grow within the organization.”
Kristin TorracoMembership Director, Hockomock Area YMCAPhone: 508-528-8708Email: kristint@hockymca.org
At the Hockomock Area YMCA, strengthening community is our cause. The Hockomock Area YMCA is an organization of men, women, and children sharing a commitment to nurture the potential of kids, promote healthy living, and foster a sense of social responsibility.The Hockomock Area YMCA is committed to partnering and collaborating with others to create and deliver lasting personal and social change in the 15 communities they are privileged to serve. The Hockomock Area YMCA is a not-for-profit charitable cause-driven organization with facilities in North Attleboro, Foxboro, Franklin, and Mansfield. For more information visit hockymca.org.
a. This meeting is being recorded by Franklin TV and shown on Comcast channel 9 and Verizon Channel 29. This meeting may be recorded by others.b. Chair to identify members participating remotely.c. Upcoming Town Sponsored Community Events.
a. Citizens are welcome to express their views for up to three minutes on a matter that is not on the agenda. In compliance with G.L. Chapter 30A, Section 20 et seq, the Open Meeting Law, the Council cannot engage in a dialogue or comment on a matter raised during Citizen Comments. The Council may ask the Town Administrator to review the matter. Nothing herein shall prevent the Town Administrator from correcting a misstatement of fact.
Agenda for Town Council Meeting scheduled for Wednesday, Jan 21, 2026 at 6 PM
a. January 7, 2026 https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/8113/3a-January-7-2026-TC-Meeting-Minutes--Draft-for-Reviewdocx
a. Proclamation - Scotty Smith Retirement
a. Zoning Board of Appeals
i. Isabella Carter https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/8127/5aii-1---Isabella-Carterii. Jennifer Williams https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/8126/5ai-1---Jen-Williams
a. Town Infrastructure Overview - Brutus Cantoreggi, Director of Public Works https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/8133/Town-Council-Presentation---January-21-2026
a. Resolution 26-06: Amendment to Cannabis licensing Local Approval Process and Cannabis Social Equity Policy Social Equity policy (Motion to Approve Resolution 26-06 - Majority Vote) https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/8129/9a-Cannabis-Social-Equity-Policy
b. Resolution 26-07: Gift Acceptance - Franklin Public Library ($500)(Motion to Approve Resolution 26-07 - Majority Vote)https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/8130/9b--Gift-Acceptance---Library
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| Town Administrator Letter with ZBA Appointments - Jan 21, 2026 Town Council meeting |
