Providing accurate and timely information about what matters in Franklin, MA since 2007. * Working in collaboration with Franklin TV and Radio (wfpr.fm) since October 2019 *
Saturday, March 28, 2026
Fallen Hero Recognitions for March & April 2026
Memorial Day Update via Franklin VFW Post 3402
"Buddy The Brain" reading at Tatnuck Bookseller and Café in Westborough
SAFE answers your question on anxiety & panic attacks
Franklin Recreation has shared their 2026 Summer Brochure
- Walk-in and online registration for select summer programs begins Monday, April 6 at 8:30 AM.
- Online registration is available at franklinma.myrec.com.
- In-person registration can be completed at the Franklin Recreation Department, located at 235 Wachusett Street.
Beaver St. Interceptor Project: Construction Updates ~ Monday (3/29) Through Thursday (4/2)
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| Beaver St. Interceptor Project |
Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm schedule for Saturday, March 28, 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.
Friday, March 27, 2026
What's happening in Franklin, MA: Friday, March 27, 2026 ???
The School district calendar is found https://franklinpublicschooldistrictma.sites.thrillshare.com/o/fpsd/page/school-calendar
Save the Date: Women’s Health Expo - May 20, 2026 for Franklin, MA
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| Save the Date: Women’s Health Expo - May 20, 2026 for Franklin, MA |
Massachusetts Says "No Kings" in Protests Across State March 28 (2 locations in Franklin)
- 10:00 AM - Franklin Town Common
- 11:30 AM - i495/RT 140 Bridge Overpass
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| Massachusetts Says "No Kings" in Protests Across State March 28 (2 locations in Franklin) |
Jillian & Amanda share the event highlights for April 2026 at the Franklin Senior Center (audio)
FM #1699 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1699 in the series.
This session shares my conversation with Activities Coordinator Jillian Rochat and Amanda Rabbitt, Supportive Day Program & Special Projects Coordinator. We had our discussion in the Franklin Radio Studio on Wednesday, March 18, 2026.
We talk about
All the key event highlights for April 2026
Senior Center closed on Friday, April 3 for professional development - tax return schedules will be maintained
Senior Center closed Monday, April 20 for Patriot’s Day
Teaser for “Eat Around the World” on Friday, May 1
The show notes include links to the Senior Center page, the calendar of events, and to subscribe to the monthly newsletter.
The recording runs about 35 minutes, so let’s listen in.
Audio link - https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1699-franklin-senior-ctr-april-2026-highlights-03-18-26/--------------
Franklin Senior Center page -> https://www.franklinma.gov/583/Franklin-Senior-Center-Council-on-Aging
April 2026 newsletter -> https://www.franklinma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/8756/April-2026?bidId=
The newsletter archive page -> https://www.franklinma.gov/585/Connection-Newsletter
Senior Center calendar view (just FSC events) -> https://franklinma.gov/calendar.aspx?CID=37&showPastEvents=false
Subscribe to the newsletter -> by calling 508-520-4945
My Active Center -> https://myactivecenter.com/
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FHS boys lacrosse fall to BC High in opening match on Thursday
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| FHS Panther sports results shared via Twitter & subscription to HockomockSports.com |
FHS representatives on the Hockomock League All Stars for Gymnastics & Wrestling
- Alivia Hess, Franklin
- Abby Robillard, Franklin
- John Woodall, Franklin
- Jack Sauer, Franklin
FHS representatives on the Hockomock League Indoor Track All Stars
- Stella Nappa, Franklin
- Madison Bruno, Franklin
- Gwenyth Holland, Franklin
- Phoebe Cuneo, Franklin
- Callie Joyce, Franklin
- Savannah Copeland, Franklin
- Keelan Donnelly, Franklin
- Victoria Courtright-Lim, Franklin
- Annabelle Santiago, Franklin
- Peter Gubka, Franklin
- Peter Gubka, Franklin
- Kyle Twomey, Franklin
- Stephon Reed, Franklin
- Matthew Lord, Franklin















