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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, February 17, 2024
13th Annual FBRTC 5K: Saturday May 18, 2024
Watch the Conservation Commission playlist on YouTube back to January 2022
- Verizon and Comcast
- Live stream via Zoom
- And to YouTube
Annual Report Of The Recreation Department: FY 2023 Report
Annual Report Of The Recreation Department: FY 2023 Report |
Annual Report Of The Human Resources Department: FY 2023 Report
Annual Report Of The Human Resources Department: FY 2023 Report |
Listen to SAFE Radio - WFPR
SAFE Radio (a product of the SAFE Coalition) will examine the disease of Substance Use Disorder. Each week the program will feature guests that are subject matter experts covering topics such as treatment options, coping strategies and recovery.The SAFE Coalition exists to provide pathways for support, education, coping mechanisms and treatment options for Substance use Disorder
Town of Franklin: On-Call Plumbing Services for Town and School Buildings
On-Call Plumbing Services for Town and School Buildings
In accordance with MGL c. 149, it is the intention of the Town of Franklin to retain the services of a plumbing firm for a multi-year contract, subject to annual appropriation, providing on-call plumbing services at various town and school buildings within the Town of Franklin.
Additional Information: On-Call Plumbing Services for Town and School Buildings
Town of Franklin: Hot Mix Asphalt to be Picked Up by Town
Hot Mix Asphalt to be Picked Up by Town
In accordance with MGL c. 30 section 39m, it is the intention of the Town of Franklin to retain the services of a Hot Mix Asphalt producer to provide materials for use within the Town of Franklin.
Additional Information: Hot Mix Asphalt To Be Picked Up By The Town
FTC Proposes New Protections to Combat AI Impersonation of Individuals
Friday, February 16, 2024
Franklin's Event Outlook: February 16, 2023 to February 22, 2024
If you have an event to add to the calendar, you can use the form to submit it for publication: https://forms.gle/oPdi8X3ZbHHyrHzo6
The School district calendar is found https://www.franklinps.net/calendar-by-event-type/26
Franklin's Event Outlook: February 16, 2023 to February 22, 2024 |
Franklin Public Schools Announce Upcoming Musical Performances, Highlights Music Program
Franklin Public Schools Announce Upcoming Musical Performances, Highlights Music Program
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Annual Report Of The Franklin Historical Commission: FY 2023 Report
94 East Central Street803 Washington Street201 Main Street - the Carriage House at the former Hayward Estate.
Annual Report Of The Franklin Historical Commission: FY 2023 Report |
Franklin Dept of Health: #GreatAmericanSpitOut
Town of Franklin: On-Call Roofing Services for Town and School Buildings
On-Call Roofing Services for Town and School Buildings
In accordance with MGL c. 149, it is the intention of the Town of Franklin to retain the services of a roofing firm for a multi-year contract, subject to annual appropriation, providing on-call roofing services at various town and school buildings within the Town of Franklin.
Additional Information: On-Call Roofing Services for Town and School Buildings
Town of Franklin: On-Call Electrician - Maintenance and Repair Services at Town and School Buildings
On-Call Electrician - Maintenance and Repair Services at Town and School Buildings
In accordance with MGL c. 149, it is the intention of the Town of Franklin to retain the services of an electrical firm for a multi-year contract, subject to annual appropriation, providing on-call electrical services at various town and school buildings within the Town of Franklin.
Additional Information: On-Call Electrician Services for Town and School Buildings
Autumn Hill development proposed for Summer St
With the scheduled public hearing before the Planning Board for the proposed 44 unit senior and inclusionary housing condominium on Summer St, it is good to go deep in the archives to be aware of the prior development for the same property.
A special report collected the history of the Residential VII zoning proposed for rezoning the property at the time which failed to gain approval.
The new proposal comes forward without a zoning change required only a couple of special permits (per public hearing notice https://www.franklinma.gov/legal-notices/agenda/488-496-summer-street-autumn-hill-senior-village-planning-board)
Autumn Hill development proposed for Summer St |
Franklin TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) schedule for Friday, Feb 16, 2024
wfpr.fm or 102.9 on the FM dial = Friday
9:00a/12:00p /6:00p Chapters – Jim Derick Insightful, life-affirming stories and interviews
10:00a/1:00p/7:00p Music to Lift the Spirit - Jim Derick & Frank Falvey
11:00a/2:00p/8:00pm Senior Story Hour – Senior Center Scribblers Group
Franklin All Access TV - Our Public Access Channel (Comcast 6, Verizon 26) = FRIDAY
Franklin Pride TV - Our Educational Channel (Comcast 8, Verizon 28) = FRIDAY
Franklin Town Hall TV - Our Government Channel (Comcast 9, Verizon 29) = FRIDAY
Get this week's program guide for Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) online http://franklin.tv/programguide.pdf
Thursday, February 15, 2024
Applications for the Artsy Box Project 2024 are open & due Feb 21, 2024
The Franklin Cultural District invites you to participate in the Artsy Box Project 2024, funded by the Mass Cultural Council and the Town of Franklin.
The Artsy Box Project launched last year in 2023, with a new and exciting vibrant arrangement of colors to share throughout our cultural district. This year we have identified 6 new boxes and need your help to bring a fresh take on celebrating nature and community.
Box locations are as follows:
- Union St. (Town Common)
- Town Common (by Gazebo)
- East Central St. (near Chestnut)
- West Central St. (Near Lot)
- West Central St. (near West St)
- Main St. Parking Lot (Across Library)
We encourage artists of all backgrounds, established or emerging, to submit. Each artist can submit up to 2 designs on the provided template. Please be sure to submit descriptions for each submission. Selected artists receive a stipend between $250-$750, to cover paint, time, transportation, artistic development and labor. Boxes will be primed prior to starting.
Artwork and assignments will be evaluated by the Franklin Cultural District Committee and Department of Planning and Community Development (DPCD) for the Town of Franklin.
Submissions are due by February 21st 2024 @3pm. LATE SUBMISSIONS WILL NOT BE REVIEWED
Artists will be notified of selections by March 15th, 2024.
Please select FCD to review checklist and submit. Please select BOX for Artsy Box Template.
Applications for the Artsy Box Project 2024 are open & due Feb 21, 2024 |