FHS volleyball team tops Sharon on Friday

Via Instagram, Franklin TV, and our subscription to HockomockSports.com, we share the results of the Fall sports competition for Franklin High School on Friday, October 16, 2026.

Volleyball = Sharon, 0 @ Franklin, 3 – Final

For other results across the Hockomock League (subscription required)

https://hockomocksports.com/fridays-schedule-scoreboard-10-16-26/

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

FHS Soccer Community night Saturday, Oct 17

Does your kid love soccer and want to be a part of the FHS Soccer Community night this Saturday?

We are looking for a few more kids to escort the Franklin players onto the field during the announcement of the starting lineups.

Event details and the opportunity to sign up in the link:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/508084EADA92FA31-66406374-escort?

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Tri-County Sports Results for Friday, October 16

Pumpkin Fest scheduled for Saturday, Oct 24 at Fairmount Fruit Farm

Don't forget next Saturday, Oct. 24th we have a Pumpkin Fest!  30+ Vendors 

Hayrides! (weather permitting) 

🎃Pick your own pumpkin to carve and paint

🎶Sean Noonan 11am-1pm

🍜Fusion Fuel and C&C Ice Cream 11am-3pm

☕Espresso Lane

🖌Facepainting & more farm fun

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Beaver Street Interceptor (BSI) Project: Construction Updates ~ Monday, Oct. 19 through Friday, Oct. 23

Grove St (Rt. 140 to Beaver St) Road Closure Alert: 

Monday (10/19) through Friday (10/23) 7 AM to 4 PM

Monday (10/19) through Friday (10/23) between 7 AM and 4 PM, the contractor will work on sewer main installation in the area of 20 Grove St. 

During this time Grove St will be closed to all traffic in both directions. Traffic will follow detour signs on Beaver St to Rt 140. 

Local traffic only will be permitted beyond the road closed signs. 

Please use caution when traveling in this area and follow all posted detour signs.

For additional info on the Project - https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/557/Beaver-Street-Interceptor-BSI-Project

4th Annual Nick Strong Foundation 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament - Nov 11, 2026

MPORTANT T-SHIRT DEADLINE — WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21! 🎽🏀

The 4th Annual Nick Strong Foundation 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament & Youth Clinic is coming up on November 11 at Franklin High School!

🎽 PLAYERS  

Register by Wednesday, October 21 to receive a FREE Nick Strong event T-shirt and have the best chance of getting your requested size.

Registration will remain open after October 21, but a T-shirt and requested size cannot be guaranteed after the shirt order is placed.

🏀 EVENT HIGHLIGHTS  

• All skill levels are welcome — you do not need to be an experienced basketball player to participate  

• 3-on-3 tournament  

• Boys & Girls divisions  

• Grades 5 through High School  

• 3 games guaranteed plus playoffs  

• Youth clinic led in part by UNC Basketball alum Jessica Gaspar  

• Eligible participants ages 7–15 can win a FREE week of Tomorrow’s Stars Basketball Camp at Dean College in Summer 2027  

• You can still register after October 21 — the deadline is only to guarantee a T-shirt and requested size

👉 REGISTER HERE:   https://3v3.nickgaspar.com/

🏪 SPONSORS  

If your business wants its name or logo included on the official event T-shirt, your sponsorship must also be confirmed by Wednesday, October 21.

Sponsorship opportunities:   https://3v3.nickgaspar.com/sponsor

Please register, share, and help us spread the word!

One Team. One Fight.

Once Upon A Town: Cataldo Block (video)

Joe Landry and Scott Mason share info about the Cataldo Block before an audicane in the Franklin TV Studio.

Video link - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i_Yjl_qVPdQ

Over 500 Users Successfully Enrolled on First Day of MBTA Car-Free Seniors Pilot Program

The MBTA today (10/14/26) announced that 532 users were successfully enrolled in the MBTA’s Car-Free Seniors Pilot Program yesterday, its first day of availability. The new initiative provides free MBTA service to Massachusetts residents age 75 and older who no longer drive, which includes free travel across MBTA bus, subway, ferry, and Commuter Rail services. More information about the pilot program is on the MBTA website.

https://mycharlie.mbta.com/reduced/senior

“It’s great to see more than 500 seniors sign up for free MBTA rides on the very first day of this program,” said Governor Maura Healey. “Just because someone stops driving doesn’t mean they should lose their independence or their ability to get where they need to go. This program is about making it easier and more affordable for older adults to stay connected to their communities, and we encourage all eligible seniors to sign up.”

“I am pleased to see so many enroll on Day 1 in our new Car-Free Seniors Program, giving people who can no longer drive or choose not to drive the ability to still travel using mass transportation. This successful launch underscores how important access to safe, reliable, and affordable travel opportunities are to the public,” said Interim Secretary of Transportation and MBTA General Manager Phillip Eng. “Under the Healey-Driscoll Administration, we continue to prioritize upgrades and improvements in every area of our system, including new fare programs that keep people moving. Our senior riders are important to us, and I thank our new enrollees for trusting the MBTA as their preferred mode of travel for everywhere they need and want to go.”

Continue reading about the pilot program and find out how to sign up to try it out

https://www.mbta.com/news/2026-10-14/over-500-users-successfully-enrolled-first-day-mbta-car-free-seniors-pilot-program

Franklin Public Schools Food Service Department is hiring cafeteria workers

Looking for a rewarding way to earn extra income while staying on the exact same schedule as your kids?  

The Franklin Public Schools Food Service Department is hiring!

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Franklin Public Radio - wfpr.fm Schedule for Saturday, October 17, 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: (see image)

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

What's happening in Franklin, MA: Friday, October 16, 2026 ???

Friday, October 16

10:00am Knitting Group (Franklin Public Library)

1:00pm Thrifty Threads (Franklin Federated Church)

2:00pm Canceled = Farmers Market (Franklin Town Common)

3:00pm Canceled = The Bad Apples (live music) (Franklin Town Common)

4:00pm 7th Annual Pumpkin Patch (St John's Episcopal Church)

7:30pm Disney’s Frozen (THE BLACK BOX)

7:30pm The Skin of our Teeth (Dean College Main Stage Theater)

*** NO Town Meetings today ***

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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

Franklin Farmers Market - Canceled - Friday, Oct 16, 2026

 Only 2 more sessions remain; Oct 23 & Oct 30.

Franklin Early Voting Schedule starts Oct 17 and runs through Oct 30, 2026

"The State Election is Tuesday, November 3, 2026! 

Residents can vote early in person at the Town Clerk’s Office from Saturday, October 17, through Friday, October 30.

📅 Early Voting Hours

• Saturdays & Sundays: 8 AM –12 PM
• Mondays, Tuesdays & Thursdays: 8 AM – 4 PM
• Wednesdays: 8 AM – 6 PM
• Fridays: 8 AM – 1 PM

📌 Important Reminder: The last day to register to vote is Saturday, October 24.

📞 Questions? Contact the Town Clerk’s Office at 508-520-4900."

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Editor's Note: 

(1) Please be prepared for the 9 ballot questions. Do your homework before voting early or on Election Day. 

(2) Be patient. The ballot is longer than ever and will take time to process. Even if you are prepared, other voters may not be. Please be patient.

Dean Dash: Fall 5K Run/Walk scheduled for Sunday, Oct 25

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Dean Dash: Fall 5K Run/Walk! 

Join us on Sunday, October 25, 2026, for an exciting community event bringing together runners, walkers, students, alumni, families, and supporters for a fun-filled morning of fitness and community spirit in support of Dean College.

Whether you're a seasoned runner or simply looking for a fun way to stay active and support Dean College, this event is for everyone!

Link for the tickets and information
https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=1d430bed-e6e0-4099-a128-d58356ceb4b5&envId=p-znTBbqSjmkypIjo1twnSVg&zone=usa

FHS field hockey, golf, volleyball, and football (video) teams all post wins on Thursday

Via Instagram, Franklin TV, and our subscription to HockomockSports.com, we share the results of the Fall sports competition for Franklin High School on Thursday, October 15, 2026.

Football = Attleboro, 6 @ Franklin, 21 – Final

1st Quarter: No scoring.

2nd Quarter: (F) Owen Essam 4-yard rush, Owen Webster XP good.

3rd Quarter: (F) Christian Primpas 5-yard rush, XP failed.

4th Quarter: (F) O. Essam 4-yard rush, O. Essam two-point rush; (A) Jaxson Maynard 5-yard rush, two-point failed.

Franklin TV video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kXFjCqlHya0

Field Hockey = Attleboro, 0 @ Franklin, 3 – Final

– Franklin struck twice in the opening quarter and never let Attleboro get into the game, with the Panthers’ defense holding the Bombardiers without a shot on goal. Junior Penelope Brady opened the scoring with a chip from the edge of the circle before senior Ella Marzullo tapped in a feed from sophomore Lila Reardon to double the lead. Senior Jossie Camp helped create the third in the final seconds of the third quarter, stepping up after a half-cleared corner and sending the ball back toward goal for sophomore Amelia Manning to redirect inside the far post.

Volleyball = Franklin, 3 @ Barnstable, 0 – Final

– Franklin snapped Barnstable’s seven-match winning streak with an impressive 3-0 (25-18, 25-13, 25-18) sweep down the Cape. Junior Emerson Delleo led the attack with 15 kills, four aces, and 10 digs, while senior Gianna Laurello added eight kills, seven aces, and 12 digs. Freshman Marley Lindenmeyer chipped in six kills, two aces, and 12 digs, junior Charlotte Yeulenski had five kills, and sophomore Phoebe O’Connor handed out 30 assists to go with five aces and seven digs. Senior Katelynn Crosby added 11 digs as the Panthers picked up their 14th win of the season.

Boys Cross Country = Franklin @ Taunton, 3:45

Girls Cross Country = Franklin @ Taunton, 3:45

Golf = Franklin, 149 @ Milford, 167 – Final

– Franklin capped an unbeaten run through Kelley-Rex matches with a win over Milford at Hopedale Country Club. Senior Ben Burgess fired a one-under 34 to earn match medalist honors, senior Tyler Perlman followed with a 37, and junior Bryce Botelho and sophomore Luke Swahn each shot 39. Sophomore Ben Richard led Milford with a 40, while senior Lucas Richard and sophomore Jeff Corbin each added 42s and sophomore Hank Richards finished at 43.

For other results across the Hockomock League (subscription required)

https://hockomocksports.com/thursdays-schedule-scoreboard-10-15-26/

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

Franklin Fire Dept schedules Open House, Saturday, November 7, 2026

Sound The Alarm

Come join us for our Open House!

When: Saturday, November 7th from 10am-2pm
Where: Franklin Fire Headquarters 40 West Central St.

🧑‍🚒Meet your Franklin Firefighters
🚑Check out the equipment
🚒Touch-a-truck
🐾Meet Sparky

We can’t wait to see you there!

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Franklin, MA Halloween House Contest Map is Here !!!

The wait is over! 

The Franklin MA Lions Club Halloween House Contest map is officially COMPLETE! 🧡🖤

Looking for some Halloween fun? Grab your family, gather your friends, hop in the car, and come explore the amazing Halloween-decorated homes throughout Franklin, MA! From spooky scenes to creative displays, there’s plenty of Halloween magic to discover. 🎃💀

📍 Want to see all the participating houses?

🗺️ https://www.google.com/maps/d/embed?mid=1TAJTdzsQxsa-aJ-4JFVERZSHDysjUjI&ehbc=2E312F

Everyone is welcome! Come visit Franklin, enjoy the displays, and celebrate the Halloween spirit with us!

A big THANK YOU to all the participating homeowners for helping make Franklin a little spookier this Halloween! 🧡

🦁 Sponsored by the Franklin MA Lions Club

#FranklinMA #HalloweenHouseContest #HalloweenInFranklin #FranklinLionsClub #HalloweenFun #SupportLocalCommunity

The triumphant return of the Franklin Rod & Gun Club's all-you-can-eat breakfast is Sunday, October 18

"Guess who's back? Back again. Breakfast is back. Tell a friend!

That's right, it's the triumphant return of the Franklin Rod & Gun Club's all-you-can-eat $10 breakfast ($5 for kids 12 & younger).

After 2 months of work, the updates to our hall are finished and now you can check out the new room while enjoying the same eggs, sausage, pancakes, home fries, French Toast, corned beef hash, baked beans, and coffee you know and love.

The price is still just ten bucks ($5 for kids) and this is open to the public (cash only).

So come down to 53 Florence St. in Franklin on Sunday, Oct. 18 from 7:30-11 am for the best (and most affordable) breakfast in town.

Also, tell us what you think of our renovations!"

https://www.facebook.com/events/1798264457961584