Franklin Matters Radio
By: Steve Sherlock
Language: en
Categories: News, Government, Business
What matters in Franklin MA - we follow the money sharing Town & School meetings, community events, and interviews to enable an informed resident & voter
Episodes
FM #1624 - Vigil for Renee Nicole Good - 01/08/26
Jan 09, 2026This session of the radio show shares the Candlelight Vigil for Renee Nicole Good held on Thursday, January 8, 2026. The vigil was held on the Franklin Town Common.
Each of the speakers are introduced by master of ceremonies Rachel Plukas
Erin FergusonRon TibbettsRev Beverly WaringState Rep Jeff RoyMichael Walker JonesThe recording runs about 30 minutes. Let’s listen to the candlelight vigil held January 8, 2026.
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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.
This po...
Duration: 00:30:28FM #1623 - Franklin (MA) Board Of Health Mtg - 01/07/26
Jan 08, 2026This session of the radio show shares the Town of Franklin Board of Health Meeting held on Wednesday, January 7, 2026. The meeting agenda was held in the 3rd floor training room as well as via Google Meet. 2 board members were present (Daddario absent).
Quick Recap:
Chair Kim Mu-Chow opens the meetingReads protocol statement re: Google meetConfirms participation via roll callApproval of Dec minutes, moved, second, passes 2-0-1 (1 absent)Blood pressure kits available at Library Discussion around the additional communications to spread the word, possible audio opportunity too Flu cases Mass Dept Public Health numbers on respiratory... Duration: 00:36:38FM #1622 - Police Station Bldg Cmte Mtg - 01/06/26
Jan 08, 2026This session shares the Police Station Building Cmte Mtg held on Wednesday, January 6, 2026. 2 members (K Alexander, G Premo) were absent.
Quick recap:
Refresh on membership: "The Town Administrator shall nominate all eleven members of the committee membership, to be ratified by the Town Council. The Chair of the Town Council shall select the Chair, Vice-Chair and Clerk. Terms of the committee shall be through substantial completion of the project." from the Committee charge document -> https://www.franklinma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/1146/Police-Station-Building-Committee-Charge-PDF Chief TJ Lynch provides an update on the open house/tours held in Sept... Duration: 01:02:35FM #1621 - Exploring The Wonderful World of Wine Podcast - 12/18/25
Jan 04, 2026We sat with Kim Simone and Mark Lenzi of the award winning Wonderful World of Wine show to explore wine tasting and podcasting. We recorded this virtually via Zoom on Thursday, December 18, 2025.
While our conversation covers a broad range of topics, we start with Kim and Mark introducing themselves and their background in the wine industry.
The recording runs about 51 minutes
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The Wonderful World of Wine episodes can be found -> https:thewww.wine/
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Duration: 00:51:08FM #1620 - FM Weekly Outlook & Lookback Combo - 01/04/26
Jan 04, 2026This episode combines the Franklin Public Radio news briefing spots for the week of January 4, 2026.
The outlook for the week ahead Jan 4 through Jan 10, 2026The look back at the week that was Dec 28 through Jan 3, 2026--------------
The text and links referenced can be found at Franklin Matters Weekly
https://www.franklinmattersweekly.org/2026/01/we-have-wolf-moon-to-begin-new-year.html
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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.
This podcast is my public service effort for...
Duration: 00:03:37FM #1619 - FM Weekly Outlook & Lookback Combo - 12/28/25
Dec 28, 2025This episode combines the Franklin Public Radio news briefing spots for the week of December 28, 2025.
The outlook for the week ahead Dec 28 through Jan 3, 2026The look back at the week that was Dec 21 through Dec 27, 2025--------------
The text and links referenced can be found at Franklin Matters Weekly
https://www.franklinmattersweekly.org/2025/12/for-same-of-old-time-franklin-we-need.html
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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.
This podcast is my public service effort for...
Duration: 00:03:03FM #1618 - Chalkboard Chat - 12/15/25
Dec 27, 2025This session shares my conversation with Vice Chair of the School Committee Dave Callaghan. We had our discussion via Zoom on Monday, December 15, 2025. We condense and get into the explanations behind the key items from the recent School Committee meeting Dec 9, 2025.
Our conversation covered the following topics:
Policy Subcommittee meeting update FHS Volleyball team recognized for D1 State Championship for first timeCapital budget presentationFranklin (MA) School enrollmentHold harmless and revolving fundsOur conversation runs about 40 minutes. Let’s listen
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School Committee page (with contact info) -> https://www.franklinps.ne...
Duration: 00:30:13FM #1617 - Senior Helping Seniors - 12/10/25
Dec 27, 2025This session shares my conversation with Mithun Pasham of Seniors Helping Seniors on Wednesday, December 10, 2025. Our conversation was conducted in the Seniors Helping Seniors office on 31 Hayward St, here in Franklin.
Our conversation covers
Mithun’s path to this roleHow to get help from Seniors Helping SeniorsHow to join Senior Helping Seniors to provide helpLet’s listen to my conversation with Mithun
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Seniors Helping Seniors web page -> https://locations.seniorshelpingseniors.com/ma/norfolk/235.html
Facebook page -> https://www.facebook.com/p/Seniors-Helping-Seniors-Franklin-Brockton-61575188744572/
Mithun...
Duration: 00:39:21FM #1616 - Franklin Public Library - Jan 2026 Highlights - 12/18/25
Dec 26, 2025This session shares my conversation with Mitzi Gousie, Programming and Outreach Librarian with the Franklin Public Library. We had our discussion virtually on Thursday, December 18, 2025.
We talk about
Reviewed the regular open hours, book sale and holiday scheduling for the monthClosed on Sundays due to budget reductionClosing early Weds, Dec 31 and all day on Thursday, Jan 1 for New YearsBook sale weekend January 16 & 17Library events for January 2026In calendar order rather than by category this time aroundAn update from the Circulation Desk on the new home delivery service we mentioned at the end of...
Duration: 00:18:46FM #1615 - Senior Center - Jan 2026 Highlights - 12/17/25
Dec 24, 2025This session shares my conversation with Jillian Rochat from the Franklin Senior Center. We had our discussion in the Franklin Radio Studio on Wednesday, December 17, 2025.
We talk about
All the key event highlights for January 2026Key teasers for FebruaryThe show notes include links to the Senior Center page, the calendar of events, and to subscribe to the monthly newsletter.
The recording runs about 31 minutes, so let’s listen in.
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Franklin Senior Center page -> https://www.franklinma.gov/583/Franklin-Senior-Center-Council-on-Aging
January 2026 newsletter -> https://www.fr...
Duration: 00:31:09FM #1614 - Charter discussion at Town Council Mtg - 12/17/25
Dec 23, 2025This session shares part of the Franklin (MA) Town Council meeting held on Wednesday, December 17, 2025. The Council held this session as scheduled beginning at 6 PM. All 9 Councilors participated (1 remotely) for this 4 hour session.
1612 - covers the opening, Citizen comments, recognitions, alcohol license renewals and everything else except the snow update (see 1613) and the charter discussion (see 1614) (approx. 2 hours 27 mins)1613 - segment from the meeting covering the full discussion on the DPW snow update (approx. 58 minutes) https://www.franklinma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/7855/Snow-Presentation---December-17-2025 1614 - segment from the meeting covering the full discussion on the charter change process (approx. 45... Duration: 00:44:45FM #1613 - Snow Update to Town Council - 12/17/25
Dec 23, 2025This session shares part of the Franklin (MA) Town Council meeting held on Wednesday, December 17, 2025. The Council held this session as scheduled beginning at 6 PM. All 9 Councilors participated (1 remotely) for this 4 hour session.
1612 - covers the opening, Citizen comments, recognitions, alcohol license renewals and everything else except the snow update (see 1613) and the charter discussion (see 1614) (approx. 2 hours 27 mins)1613 - segment from the meeting covering the full discussion on the DPW snow update (approx. 58 minutes) https://www.franklinma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/7855/Snow-Presentation---December-17-2025 1614 - segment from the meeting covering the full discussion on the charter change process (approx. 45... Duration: 00:59:09FM #1612 - Town Council Mtg - Minus Snow & Charter Updates - 12/17/25
Dec 23, 2025This session shares part of the Franklin (MA) Town Council meeting held on Wednesday, December 17, 2025. The Council held this session as scheduled beginning at 6 PM. All 9 Councilors participated (1 remotely) for this 4 hour plus session.
1612 - covers the opening, Citizen comments, recognitions, alcohol license renewals and everything else except the snow update (see 1613) and the charter discussion (see 1614) (approx. 2 hours 27 mins)1613 - segment from the meeting covering the full discussion on the DPW snow update (approx. 58 minutes) https://www.franklinma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/7855/Snow-Presentation---December-17-2025 1614 - segment from the meeting covering the full discussion on the charter change process... Duration: 02:27:00FM #1611 - Franklin (MA) Interact Club - 12/10/25
Dec 22, 2025This session shares my conversation with Syed Azhar and Harsini Vijai of the Franklin (MA) Interact Club on Wednesday, December 10, 2025. Our conversation was conducted in the Franklin TV & Radio studios.
The Franklin Interact Club is a service club for teens in the Franklin area sponsored by the Franklin Rotary. You must be a Franklin resident and between the ages of 12 to 18 to be a member.
The show notes provide links to their web page, social accounts, email, etc.
Current projects
Middle school teacher recognition, Jan 21, 2026Voices of Us, as Voices of FranklinBirthday... Duration: 00:36:00FM #1610 - FM Weekly Outlook & Lookback Combo - 12/21/25
Dec 21, 2025This episode combines the Franklin Public Radio news briefing spots for the week of December 21, 2025.
The outlook for the week ahead Dec 21 through Dec 27, 2025
The look back at the week that was Dec 14 through Dec 20, 2025
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The text and links referenced can be found at Franklin Matters Weekly
https://www.franklinmattersweekly.org/2025/12/twas-week-before-christmas-in-all.html
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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.
This podcast is my public...
Duration: 00:03:09FM #1609 - Kuehnel Psychology - 12/09/25
Dec 17, 2025This session of the radio show shares my conversation with Dr. Carolyn Kuehnel and Dr. Cindy Ballou. We had our conversation in their office in downtown Franklin on Tuesday, December 9, 2025.
Dr Carolyn Kuehnel is the owner of Kuehnel Psychological Services, PLLC.
In the course of our discussion we covered
Their individual road to this roleThe services they provideSupporting parents and familiesThe need for a community approachThe dangers of screen timeThe recording runs about 59 minutes so let’s listen to my conversation with Carolyn and Cindy.
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Kuehnel Psy...
Duration: 00:59:30FM #1608 - Franklin (MA) Finance Cmte Mtg - 12/10/25
Dec 16, 2025This session shares the Finance Committee meeting conducted Wednesday, December 12, 2025. All 9 members of the Committee participated, 8 in Council Chambers, with 1 remote; hence a roll call for required votes.
Quick recap:
Technology Director Tim Rapoza was the key presenter and outlined the technology requirements for licenses, hardware, and software which enable the Town and Schools to deliver the services they doKey question: How much it would take to fully fund Technology for the hardware, software, licenses and personnel to support Town and School needs. Answer = add $1.5M/year to the existing budgetThe recording runs...
Duration: 02:32:48FM #1607 - Author JM Celi - 12/09/25
Dec 15, 2025This session of the radio show shares my recorded conversation with local author J.M. Celi. We had our conversation via Zoom to record the video & audio on Tuesday, December 9, 2025.
Our conversation lets you find out more about Jamie and his third independently published work “The Unlife of Lisa Cooper: Vengeance."
This is the second in the planned series of the vampire, Siobhan McSweeny or Lisa Cooper.
We talk about Jamie’s writing process, the road through multiple reviews and edits to publication. He has some other works out for possible publication. He is work...
Duration: 00:39:07FM #1606 - FM Weekly Outlook & Lookback Combo - 12/14/25
Dec 14, 2025This episode combines the Franklin Public Radio news briefing spots for the week of December 14, 2025.
The outlook for the week ahead Dec 14 through Dec 20, 2025The look back at the week that was Dec 7 through Dec 13, 2025--------------
The text and links referenced can be found at Franklin Matters Weekly
https://www.franklinmattersweekly.org/2025/12/tis-season-to-wrap-things-up-literally.html
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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.
This podcast is my public service effort for Frankli...
Duration: 00:03:13FM #1605 - Franklin (MA) School Cmte Mtg - 12/09/25
Dec 13, 2025This session shares the Franklin (MA) School Committee meeting held on Tuesday, December 9, 2025. All 7 members of the committee were present.
Quick recap:
FHS Volleyball team recognized for D1 State Championship for first timeStudent Services presentationLink to slides included belowCapital budget presentationLink to slides included belowFranklin (MA) School enrollmentYes, total of Franklin MA and shown where they end up FPS, or elsewhereNumbers mentioned during recent Town Council meeting shown to be in error with these statisticsLink to the 2 page document included belowCitizen CommentsSteve Sherlock stepped up to talk about“Hold harmless” is akin to OPEB, Other Post Emplo... Duration: 03:47:14FM #1604 - FSC - Winter Wonderland MSG - 12/11/25
Dec 11, 2025This episode shares the voice message left from the Franklin Senior Center robocall touting the Winter Wonderland on Thursday, Dec 11, 2025.
“The Franklin Senior Center is hosting our 4th annual Winter Wonderland Community Event next week!
It's on Thursday, December 11 from 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM. Come one, come all! The entire community is invited, we hope to see you there!
This is open to all ages.
This is a completely free event but be sure to bring a little extra money for the large scale raffle put together by our Friends of Franklin Elder...
Duration: 00:02:04FM #1603 - FM Weekly Outlook & Lookback Combo - 12/07/25
Dec 07, 2025This episode combines the Franklin Public Radio news briefing spots for the week of December 7, 2025.
The outlook for the week ahead Dec 7 through Dec 13, 2025The look back at the week that was Nov 30 through Dec 6, 2025--------------
The text and links referenced can be found at Franklin Matters Weekly
https://www.franklinmattersweekly.org/2025/12/tax-rate-hearing-closes-out-fy-2026.html
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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.
This podcast is my public service effort for Frankl...
Duration: 00:05:06FM #1602 - Body Fit Training Studio - 11/29/25
Dec 06, 2025This session shares my conversation with the ownership team for the Body Fit Training fitness studio here in Franklin. We had our discussion in the studio after the sessions were completed for Saturday, November 29, 2025.
We started with a round of introductions and their role in the development (in order of introduction)
KP (Kerry) PetersonBethany GerryTom GerryPatrick MurphyOur conversation covers
The path to opening, idea, research, decision…Open 4 months now, membership continues to growScience based approach to training, progressive 8-10 week planned sessionsBFT proprietary technology used to inform the training (heart rate monitor, eVol... Duration: 00:40:16FM #1601 - Brittany Capozzi explains Yoga Therapy - 11/26/25
Dec 05, 2025This session shares my conversation with Brittany Capozzi, certified yoga therapist on Tuesday, November 25, 2025 in a virtual Zoom session.
We talked about
Brittany’s journey to yoga therapyHow Brittany is a writer firstHow the under story mattersHow belly dancing reunited the right side of her bodyHow trust fall writing can be part of the solutionFree consultation can lead to a personalized approachThe recording runs 33 minutes, so let’s listen in.
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Web page -> https://www.understoryyogatherapy.com/
On Facebook at -> https://www.facebook.com/p/The-Bo...
Duration: 00:33:38FM #1600 - Franklin (MA) Board Of Health Mtg - 12/03/25
Dec 05, 2025This session of the radio show shares the Town of Franklin Board of Health Meeting held on Wednesday, December 3, 2025. The meeting agenda was held in the 3rd floor training room as well as via Google Meet. All 3 board members were present.
Quick Recap:
Chair Kim Mu-Chow opens the meetingReads protocol statement re: Google meetConfirms participation via roll callApproval of Nov minutes, moved, second, passes 3-0Schedule of meetings for 2026, first Wednesday except Jul, Aug. Motion to approve, Second, passes 3-0Motion to open hearing on tobacco regulations, moved, passes 3-0Local rules not up to the m... Duration: 00:45:10FM #1599 - Town Council Mtg - 12/03/25
Dec 04, 2025This session shares the Franklin (MA) Town Council meeting held on Wednesday, December 3, 2025. The Council held this session as scheduled beginning at 6 PM. All 9 Councilors participated for this 3 hour session.
Quick recap:
Franklin TV had trouble broadcasting the video. It was recorded and will be available later. The Zoom session was active for audio only.Town Administrator Jamie Hellen walked the new Council though the 5 year revenue forecast and laid out what’s coming nextThe Public hearing on the Tax rate was opened and ultimately closed after much discussion. The Council did vote to approve the sin... Duration: 03:54:33FM #1598 - FPS Middle School Reading Update - 11/14/25
Dec 04, 2025This session shares my conversation with Erin O’Leary, FMS Reading Specialist. We recorded this conversation virtually on Friday, November 14, 2025.
We cover the following in our conversation
Success of the middle school program “Meet Me in the Middle.” Virtual visiting author series though The Unlikely Story bookstoreCulling the middle school library collection, Amazon wish list TBD“Content in context”The recording runs about 30 minutes
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Erin O’Leary email address -> olearye@franklinps.net
Meet Me in the Middle info page -> https://www.franklinps.net/o/hmms/article/2230185 ...
Duration: 00:30:02FM #1597 - Franklin Pubic Schools - Insights into Student Services - 11/17/25
Dec 03, 2025This session shares my conversation with Paula Marano, Asst Superintendent for Student Services. We had our discussion in a conference room at the School District Central offices on Monday, November 17, 2025.
Our conversation covers
Paula’s path to this roleSpecial education as required by State and Federal lawIn district vs out of district placementsIndividualized Education Program (IEP) & Sec 504 plans and reviewsStudent services overallThe recording runs about 31 minutes, so let’s listen in.
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Paula’s contact info -> maranop@franklinps.net
Franklin Public Schools Student Service page -> https...
Duration: 00:31:18FM #1596 - Franklin Public Library December 2025 Highlights - 11/26/25
Dec 02, 2025This session shares my conversation with Mitzi Gousie, Programming and Outreach Librarian with the Franklin Public Library. We had our discussion virtually on Tuesday, November 26, 2025.
We talk about
Reviewed the regular open hours, book sale and holiday scheduling for the monthClosed on Sundays due to budget reductionClosing early Weds, Dec 24 and all day on Thursday, Dec 25 for ChristmasClosing early Weds, Dec 31 and all day on Thursday, Jan 1 for New YearsBook sale weekend December 12 & 13Library events for December 2025In calendar order rather than by category this time aroundRegistration for those events required should be d...
Duration: 00:14:44FM #1595 - Pour Richard's Events with a Twist - 11/20/25
Dec 01, 2025This session shares my conversation with George Swartz on Thursday, November 20, 2025 in the Pour Richard’s Wine & Provisions store.
We talk about
George’s road to this roleWine tasting events, usually 6-8 tables, 6 wines each to sample before purchase (or not)Floral arrangements, book club, and yoga are some events paired with wine testingPop up events bringing local crafts as well as cheese & prepared foods, charcuterie boards, etc.The recording runs 32 minutes, so let’s listen in.
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Web page -> https://pourrichardswine.com/
On Facebook at -> https...
Duration: 00:32:43FM #1594 - FM Weekly Outlook & Lookback Combo - 11/30/25
Nov 30, 2025This episode combines the Franklin Public Radio news briefing spots for the week of November 30, 2025.
The outlook for the week ahead Nov 30 through Dec 6, 2025The look back at the week that was Nov 23 through Nov 29, 2025--------------
The text and links referenced can be found at Franklin Matters Weekly
https://www.franklinmattersweekly.org/2025/11/thanksgiving-leaves-countdown-to.html
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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.
This podcast is my public service effort for Frank...
Duration: 00:03:54FM #1593 - LiveARTS String Quartet - Free Concert - 11/16/25
Nov 29, 2025This session shares the Free Concert performance of the LiveARTS String Quartet at the Franklin Historical Museum on Sunday, November 16, 2025.
There is an intermission and at the end of the performance, the quartet does come back for a brief encore.
The audio runs about 90 minutes
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Refer to the performance program for details on the pieces played ->
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1CSsbvhDcd6_yF-wBuKXke3Mtuc3QxrrJ/view?usp=drive_link
We did miss capturing the introduction to the piece played for the encore (which was no...
Duration: 01:31:53FM #1592 - Franklin (MA) Town Council Mtg - 11/19/25
Nov 28, 2025This session shares the Franklin (MA) Town Council meeting held on Wednesday, November 19, 2025. The Council held this session as scheduled beginning at 6 PM. All 9 Councilors participated during the early portion of this meeting. Councilor Cormier-Leger was traveling and joined remotely for part of the meeting. All of the other 8 councilors were in Council Chambers for this session.
Quick recap:
The vote to join the GIC passed 9-0The vote to approve the budget adjustment was approved 9-0. TA Hellen to hold on posting for the Communications role pending further discussion with the Town CouncilAfter much discussion... Duration: 04:22:49FM #1591 - Talk Franklin - 11/24/25
Nov 26, 2025This session of the radio show shares our “Talk Franklin” discussion with Town Administrator Jamie Hellen in the Municipal Building on Monday, November 25, 2025.
Key topics
Picked up with summer concertNew Council, new School Committee, learning curveTax rate hearing Dec 3Finance Committee Dec 10Council meeting Dec 17, a potpourri January 2026 and the budget cycle brings hard choices to be madeCultural events this week and first couple of week of DecemberSpend with with family & friends this weekendThe recording runs about 46 minutes. Let’s listen to my conversation with Jamie.
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Town of Franklin p...
Duration: 00:46:56FM #1590 - Franklin Senior Center - December 2025 Highlights - 11/19/25
Nov 25, 2025This session shares my conversation with Chasity Cheng, Deputy Director and Jillian Rochat from the Franklin Senior Center. We had our discussion in the Franklin Radio Studio on Wednesday, November 19, 2025.
We talk about
All the key event highlights for DecemberKey teasers for JanuaryThe 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.
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Franklin Senior Center page -> https://www.franklinma.gov/583/Franklin-Senior-Center-Council-on-Aging
December 2025 newsle...
Duration: 00:35:10FM #1589 - Pantry Elves & Year End Appeal - 11/17/25
Nov 24, 2025This session of the radio show shares my conversation with Marsha Tait, Development Director of the Franklin Food Pantry, and Jen Johnson, Development Associate. We had our conversation in person in the community room at the Franklin Food Pantry on Monday, November 17, 2025.
Discussion items:
Pantry ElvesUrgent Appeal vs. Year End AppealFranklin Turkey TrotLots of ways to help & contributeThe conversation runs about 29 minutes. Let’s listen in
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Franklin Food Pantry web page -> https://www.franklinfoodpantry.org/
Pantry Elves sign up page -> https://www.franklinfoodpantry.org/get-inv...
Duration: 00:29:22FM #1588 - Franklin (MA) what matters in 5 minutes - 11/23/25
Nov 23, 2025This episode combines the Franklin Public Radio news briefing spots for the week of November 23, 2025.
The outlook for the week ahead Nov 23 through Nov 29, 2025The look back at the week that was Nov 16 through Nov 22, 2025--------------
The text and links referenced can be found at Franklin Matters Weekly
https://www.franklinmattersweekly.org/2025/11/thanksgiving-week-brings-short-and.html
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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.
This podcast is my public service effort for Frank...
Duration: 00:03:54FM #1587 - Chalkboard Chat - 11/20/25
Nov 23, 2025This session shares my conversation with the new Chair of the School Committee Paul Griffith. We had our discussion via Zoom on Thursday, November 20, 2025. We condense and get into the explanations behind the key items from the recent School Committee meeting Nov 18.
Quick recap:
Supt Giguere opens the session, solicits nominations for Chair. One made by Callaghan for Griffith. Vote on the nomination passes 7-0Nominations asked for Vice Chair. One made, Griffith nominates Callaghan. Vote on the nomination passes 7-0Pledge students from the Washington 3-5 school. 5 students in one class had originated in one of... Duration: 00:41:07FM #1586 - Franklin (MA) School Cmte Mtg - 11/1825
Nov 22, 2025This session shares the Franklin (MA) School Committee meeting held on Tuesday, November 18, 2025. All 7 members of the newly elected committee were present.
Quick recap:
Supt Giguere opens the session, solicits nominations for Chair. One made by Callaghan for Griffith. Vote on the nomination passes 7-0Nominations asked for Vice Chair. One made, Griffith nominates Callaghan. Vote on the nomination passes 7-0Policy - 2nd Reading/Adoption. Superintendent recommends adoption of the following policies as discussed: IKF - Graduation RequirementsIKFE - Competency DeterminationsDiscussion on the adjustments to the grad requirements and competency which fine tuned the language for... Duration: 01:59:33FM #1585 - Scott Mason talks about Train Town 3 - 11/10/25
Nov 20, 2025This session shares my conversation with Scott Mason. We had our discussion in the Franklin TV & Radio Studio on Monday, November 10, 2025.
Our conversation covers
Train Town 3 - the Mill Store, Franklin PaintOpening Dec 6, 2025 & running through Jan 2026What’s next? Other history bits possibly worth exploringThe recording runs about 53 minutes, so let’s listen in.
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Recording for Train Town 1 - Franklin/Dean Station https://www.franklinmatters.org/2022/12/talking-about-train-town-franklin-with.html
Photos of Train Town 1 https://photos.app.goo.gl/63swENWgBkK4xMrh8
Train Town 2 - Thompson Print & the rail...
Duration: 00:53:29FM #1584 - FPS School Cmte MASC Workshop - 11/18/25
Nov 19, 2025This session shares the Franklin, MA School Committee MASC Workshop held on Tuesday, Nov 18, 2025. The meeting was conducted in the 3rd floor training room.
All seven School Committee members were present along with Superintendent Lucas Giguere, Asst Supt for Student Services Paula Marano, and Asst Supt for Teaching & Learning Dr. Tina Rogers.
Tracy Novick, the MASC Field Director responsible for Franklin, gave the presentation and led the discussion.
The show notes contain a link to the presentation copy so you can follow along.
The recording runs about 67 minutes, so let’s listen...
Duration: 01:07:20FM #1583 - Italian Roundtable Discussion - 11/14/25
Nov 18, 2025Gino Carlucci was the Master of Ceremonies for the "Italian Roundtable: Experiences of 20th Century Immigrants" held on Friday, November 14, 2025 at the Franklin Senior Center.
Quattro Eroi Lodge 1414 Order Sons and Daughters of Italy In America put this program together. The participants for the discussion in order of speaking (for TV viewing from left to right) were:
Eddie Colace - Franklin Phyllis Vozzella - FranklinAntonio Cence - Bellingham Al Pizzi - FranklinMike Narducci - MedwayThey shared their experiences on the following topics:
Age/year of moveMemories of home townInitial impressionsSteps taken to adju... Duration: 01:17:26FM #1582 - Franklin Matters Meets Toward a More Perfect Union - 11/03/25
Nov 17, 2025The Towards a More Perfect Union radio show wants to continue to explore national issues but also bring them into a state level and local level point of discussion. Michael Walker-Jones and I got to sit recently to explore out loud some of the ways that could work.
It seems like a natural fit. I generally focus on what matters here in Franklin and given the political climate and trends, some of those national issues will have an impact here. Maybe not the same as elsewhere but if there will be an impact, Franklin needs to be a...
Duration: 00:51:25FM #1581 - FM Weekly Outlook & Lookback Combo - 11/16/25
Nov 16, 2025This episode combines the Franklin Public Radio news briefing spots for the week of November 16, 2025.
The outlook for the week ahead Nov 16 through Nov 22, 2025
The look back at the week that was Nov 9 through Nov 15, 2025
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The text and links referenced can be found at Franklin Matters Weekly
https://www.franklinmattersweekly.org/2025/11/town-council-selected-new-leadership.html
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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.
This podcast is my public servi...
Duration: 00:04:04FM #1580 -Josh Shearer and his Capstone Project - 11/04/25
Nov 14, 2025This episode shares the conversation I had with Joshua Shearer as he talked about his BFCCPS Capstone Project fund raising for the non-profit Music Will.
Accompanied by his mother, Josh came to the Studio after school to talk about his love for music and his fund raising efforts which have raised over $2,000 in a couple of months for Music Will.
Listen in to our conversation (about 12 minutes)
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Music Will home page -> https://musicwill.org/
Joshua’s page on Music Will -> https://give.musicwill.org/fundraiser/6591420
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Duration: 00:12:34FM #1579 - Franklin (MA) Town Council Mtg - 11/12/25
Nov 14, 2025This session shares the Franklin (MA) Town Council meeting held on Wednesday, November 12, 2025. The Council held the first session of its legislative term as scheduled at 6 PM. All 9 Councilors participated during the early portion of this meeting. Councilor Cormier-Leger was traveling and joined remotely for the organizational votes. All of the other 8 councilors were in Council Chambers for this session.
Quick recap:
Town Clerk Nancy Danello officially & publicly swore in the new Council.Town Administrator Hellen opened nominations for the Chair. Cormier-Leer nominated Dellorco, second by Ojukwo. No other nominations were made. Vote on the nomination... Duration: 03:16:18FM #1578 - Franklin (MA) Commission On Disability Mtg - 11/06/25
Nov 13, 2025This session of the radio show shares the Town of Franklin Commission on Disability Meeting held on Thursday, November 6, 2025. The meeting was held at the Senior Center. The meeting opened with a welcome by Chair Ali Rheaume.
Quick Recap:
Motion to approve previous meeting minutes, made, passed unanimouslyDiscussion on local reports of access issues, process around them, property owner vs. business owner. Gus Brown, Building Commissioner, also the ADA compliance officer, complaints can be filed directly with him, or with the State. Pre-existing conditions is a challengeRich list of resources across multiple categories being developed, will ev... Duration: 01:03:15FM #1577 - FM Weekly Outlook & Lookback Combo - 11/09/25
Nov 09, 2025This episode combines the Franklin Public Radio news briefing spots for the week of November 9, 2025.
The outlook for the week ahead Nov 9 through Nov 15, 2025The look back at the week that was Nov 2 through Nov 8, 2025--------------
The text and links referenced can be found at Franklin Matters Weekly -> https://www.franklinmattersweekly.org/2025/11/the-winds-of-change-have-landed-in.html
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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.
This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but w...
Duration: 00:04:18FM #1576 - Franklin (MA) Board Of Health Mtg - 11/05/25
Nov 09, 2025This session of the radio show shares the Town of Franklin Board of Health Meeting held on Wednesday, November 5, 2025. The meeting agenda was held in the 3rd floor training room as well as via Google Meet. All 3 board members were present.
Quick Recap:
Current chair Jeff Harris opens meetingReads protocol statement re: Google meetWelcomes new member Diane DaddarioApproval of minutes, June 4 moved, second, passes 2-0-1 (1 abstain)July 23 moved also by 2-0-1 (1 abstain)ReorganizationMotion to make Kim as chair passes, Jeff as vice chair, passes 3-0 for bothTobacco control agent appt required. Motion to make MH... Duration: 00:38:18FM #1575 - FPS Horace Mann Legacy Subcmte Mtg - 11/03/25
Nov 08, 2025This session shares the Franklin Public Schools Horace Mann Legacy Subcmte Mtg held on Monday, Nov 3, 205 at 6:00 PM. Meeting chaired by School Committee Chair Dave Callaghan. Members Ruthann O’Sullivan and KP Sompally participated remotely. Superintendent Lucas Giguere and Director of Operations Colin Boisvert participated.
Quick recap
Draft doc for scope and mission of the subcmte being reviewedOverall question is how do we engage the entire community to understand, appreciate and honor his legacy with an education focus. But acknowledge that he did have other interests in his careerGoals around three arenas: The named campus, the phy... Duration: 01:08:58FM #1574 - Franklin (MA) Town Council Mtg - 10/29/25
Nov 07, 2025This session shares the Franklin (MA) Town Council meeting held on Wednesday, October 29, 2025. The Council held the last session of its legislative term as scheduled at 7 PM. All 9 Councilors were present in Chambers for this session.
Quick recap:
Approximately the first 45 minutes of the meeting were taken up with multiple citizen comments, many on the 444 East Central development proposal which while one of their complaints is that the Council doesn't listen to them, also ironically indicates that they haven't listened or don't understand the meaning of due processOne comment revealed the first annual Caregiver Appreciation day... Duration: 02:05:39FM #1573 - Town Council Quarterbacking - 10/30/25
Nov 07, 2025This session of the radio show shares our “Town Council Quarterbacking” with Town Council Chair Tom Mercer. We had our conversation via the Zoom Conference Bridge on Thursday, October 30, 2025. Our conversation condensed the Town Council meeting of Wednesday, October 29, 2025.
We focus on two questions:
ok, what just happened? What does it mean for Franklin residents and taxpayers?We cover the following key topics
Appointments to the Agricultural Commission - Jennifer Sweeney (Associate Seat) and to the Council on Aging - Roberta Trahan were both approved by 9-0 votesThe Public Hearing, originally scheduled for Oct 1... Duration: 00:28:01FM #1572 - Franklin (MA) Economic Development Subcmte Mtg - 10/29/25
Nov 06, 2025This session of the radio show shares the audio recording of the Economic Development Subcommittee meeting on Wednesday, October 29, 2025 in the Council Chambers.
All 4 members were present and participated in the last session of this elected term of office.
Quick recap:
Multiple motions were made and approved to finalize the meeting minutes that were in some cases back to 2021. One amendment was made for one set to correct the name spelling for a couple of participants. Otherwise, all were approved as submitted with a 4-0 vote.Multiple citizens made comments, many to thank them fo... Duration: 00:29:39FM #1571 - LiveARTS String Quartet - 10/31/25
Nov 06, 2025This session shares my discussion with Donald Krishnaswami. We had our discussion in the Franklin TV & Radio Studio on Friday, October 31, 2025.
We discussed the origin of the LiveARTS String Quartet and the new vision of performing 4 concerts a year. The first one at the Historical Museum, Nov 16 is Free.
The recording runs about 18 minutes, so let’s listen in.
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GoFundMe campaign -> https://www.gofundme.com/f/donate-to-lasq
Promo clip of quartet -> https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/10/watch-brief-clip-of-livearts-string.html
Resurgence of LiveArts String Quartet https://www.fran...
Duration: 00:19:40FM #1570 - Franklin (MA) School Cmte Mtg - 10/28/25
Nov 06, 2025This session shares the Franklin (MA) School Committee meeting held on Tuesday, October 28, 2025. All 7 members of the committee were present.
Quick recap:
Recognition of Erin Gallagher & David McNeill not returningPledge students, a nice touchPolicy first readingsGraduation requirementsCompetency determinationsSuperintendent’s Goals, aligned with District’s GoalsOctober 1 report, enrollment trends -> https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/4780/FPSD/6117856/Oct._1_FPS_Enrollment_Summary_2025.pdfThe audio runs about
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Franklin TV video is available for replay ->
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AtitdxM_a2A
The age...
Duration: 01:33:00FM #1569 - Franklin, MA: Unofficial Biennial Election Results - 11/04/25
Nov 05, 2025This session shares the announcement by Franklin, MA Town Clerk Nancy Danello of the unofficial results for the Biennial Election conducted in Franklin on Nov 4, 2025.
6380 voters, 24.4% of the 26,136 registered total
The recording runs about 4 minutes, so let’s listen in.
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PDF copy of the unofficial results
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1v5cYEiArfdM1mxt5LUM9EY6eR-C2rYru/view?usp=drive_link
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Duration: 00:03:52FM #1568 - Franklin Public Library Nov2025 Highlights 10/28/25
Nov 04, 2025This session shares my conversation with Mitzi Gousie, Programming and Outreach Librarian with the Franklin Public Library. We had our discussion virtually on Tuesday, October 22, 2025.
We talk about
Reviewed the regular open hours, book sale and holiday scheduling for the monthClosed on Sundays due to budget reductionClosed November 11 for Veteran’s DayClosing early Weds, Nov 26 and all day on Thursday, Nov 27 for ThanksgivingBook sale weekend November 14 & 15Library events for November 2025In calendar order rather than by category this time aroundRegistration for those events required should be done through the Town website, Library page. The...
Duration: 00:22:09FM #1567 - Caregivers Appreciation Day - 10/29/25
Nov 03, 2025This session shares my conversation with Lyn O’Brien, Chair of the Council on Aging. We had our discussion in the Franklin Radio Studio on Wednesday, October 29, 2025.
We talk about
Her nursing career serving folks at home Caregiver Appreciation Day - Nov 7, 2025 11 AM to 3 PMAt the Franklin Senior CenterFree Hourly raffles, 40 + vendorsInformation on taking care of your loved oneNote: Regularly scheduled events at the Senior Center on this day are cancelled to allow this to happen. Thanks to the Town of Franklin & the Senior Center for doing so
The recording runs about...
Duration: 00:37:33FM #1566 - Chalkboard Chat - 10/30/25
Nov 03, 2025This session shares my conversation with School Committee Chairperson Dave Callaghan. This is a new episode of our continuing “Chalkboard Chat” series. We had our discussion via Zoom on Thursday, October 30, 2025. We had the opportunity to recap the School Committee meeting of October 28, 2025.
We cover
Recognition of Erin Gallagher & David McNeill not returningPledge students, a nice touchPolicy first readingsGraduation requirementsCompetency determinationsSuperintendent’s Goals, aligned with District’s GoalsOctober 1 report, enrollment trendsThe meeting recap runs about 26 minutes, so let’s listen in.
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Contact info for Dave Callaghan -> callaghand@franklinps.ne...
Duration: 00:26:44FM #1565 - FM Weekly Outlook & Lookback Combo - 11/02/25
Nov 02, 2025This episode combines the Franklin Public Radio spots for the week of November 2, 2025.
The outlook for the week ahead Nov 2 through Nov 8, 2025The look back at the week that was Oct 26 through Nov 1, 2025--------------
The text and links referenced can be found at Franklin Matters Weekly
https://www.franklinmattersweekly.org/2025/11/final-days-of-campaign-for-town-of.html
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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.
This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we c...
Duration: 00:03:48FM #1564 - Planning Brd Candidates Discussion with BEN4Franklin - 10/30/25
Nov 02, 2025This session shares the discussion co-hosted by BEN 4 Franklin and Franklin Matters with the Planning Board Candidates. We had our discussion virtually via the Zoom platform on Thursday, October 30, 2025.
Hosted by members of BEN 4 Franklin: Cobi Frongillo, Kimberly Mu-Chow, Gino Carlucci, Ndoumbe Ndoye, & Maxwell Morrongiello
Planning Board candidates: Mark Mucciarone, Erik SteltzerPlanning Board Associate candidate: William Lee, IVRecorded & edited by Steve Sherlock, Franklin Matters/Franklin Public Radio
The recording runs about 45 minutes, so let’s listen in.
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Visit BEN 4 Franklin's website to learn more about the gro...
Duration: 00:45:03FM #1563 - Scott Mason shares Town Council Insights - 10/29/25
Nov 01, 2025This session shares my conversation with Scott Mason, 3 x former Town Councilor and twice Chair of the Town Council. We had our discussion in the Franklin TV & Radio Studio on Wednesday, October 29, 2025.
Our conversation covers
Learning curve of a CouncilorFunctioning with other councilorsonly 1 of 9, takes 5 or 6 to get something passedHandling the myth of ‘found money’Impact and scope of decisionsThe recording runs about 37 minutes, so let’s listen in.
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Scott’s contact info -> smason2@comcast.net
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We are now producing this in collaborat...
Duration: 00:37:31FM #1562 - Board of Health Write-In Candidate Diane Daddario - 1/27/25
Nov 01, 2025This session of the radio show shares my conversation with Board of Health write-in candidate Diane Daddario. We had our conversation virtually via Zoom on Monday, October 27, 2025.
The conversation runs about 18 minutes. Let’s listen in
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Diane Daddario
142 Lincoln Street
Email -> mailto:diane.daddario@bmc.org
Video link -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FR_Xb_MOVkY
2025 Franklin Election Collection ->
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/08/election-collection-2025.html
Video playlist for all candidates -> https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL...
Duration: 00:18:11FM #1561 - Board of Health Write-In Candidate Christine Mucciarone - 10/20/25
Nov 01, 2025This session of the radio show shares my conversation withBoard of Health write-in candidate Christine Mucciarone. We had our conversation virtually via Zoom on Monday, October 20, 2025.
The conversation runs about 25 minutes. Let’s listen in
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Christine Mucciarone
87 Hill Ave
Email -> mailto:Mrsmooch829@verizon.net
Video link -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fLPckZEuvdE
2025 Franklin Election Collection ->
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/08/election-collection-2025.html
Video playlist for all candidates -> https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLL2XKlvMgLAm3YOh0r7csln4dpZ...
Duration: 00:24:48FM #1560 - Franklin (MA) Town Council Mtg - 10/22/25
Oct 31, 2025This session shares the Franklin (MA) Town Council meeting held on Wednesday, October 22, 2025. The agenda was the same as the one published for Oct 15 which was not held and rescheduled for the 22nd. All 9 of the members of the committee were present in Council Chambers for this session.
Quick recap:
The recent Fire Dept promotions were sworn in. The promotions show the domino effect of the retirement of Chief McLaughlin. Charles (Chuck) Allen moved up from Battalion Chief to Fire Chief, Sean Lovely took Chuck's former role as Battalion Chief, and Jaden Brodeur took Sean's former rol... Duration: 04:00:01FM #1559 - Franklin Senior Ctr Nov 2025 Event Highlights - 10/21/25
Oct 31, 2025This session shares my conversation with Jillian Rochat from the Franklin Senior Center. We had our discussion in the Franklin Radio Studio on Tuesday, October 21, 2025.
We talk about
All the key event highlights for NovemberKey teasers for DecemberTax workoff program applications available, submit no earlier than Dec 1Winter Wonderland, Dec 11The show notes include links to the Senior Center page, the calendar of events, and to subscribe to the monthly newsletter.
The recording runs about 37 minutes, so let’s listen in.
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Franklin Senior Center page -> https://www.fr...
Duration: 00:37:44FM #1558 - School Cmte Budget Subcmte Mtg - 10/28/25
Oct 29, 2025This session shares the Franklin (MA) School Committee Budget Subcmte Meeting held on Tuesday, Oct 28, 2025. All 3 members participated in person in the 3rd Floor Training Room. Supt Lucas Giguere, Dr Tina Rogers, Paula Marano, and Jana Melotti participated.
Quick recap:
The meeting provided an overview of the budget processTimeline, budget drivers, fixed costs, etc.The recording runs about 51 minutes, so let’s listen in.
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School Committee Budget Subcmte agenda ->
https://www.franklinma.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_10282025-1965
Photos of the slides presented for the discu...
Duration: 00:51:02FM #1557 - DPW - Water & Sewer Project Updates - 10/21/25
Oct 29, 2025This session of the radio show shares my conversation with Doug Martin, Franklin’s Water and Sewer Superintendent and Jake Standly, the Assistant Water/Sewer Superintendent .
We had our conversation in the Franklin Public Radio studios on Hutchinson St on Tuesday, October 21, 2025. Our conversation covered updates on Water & Sewer projects previously discussed in each their own three-part series.
The show notes include links to the Franklin water & sewer division page
Let’s listen to this part of my conversation with Doug and Jake and learn about the updates to Franklin’s sewer and water pro...
Duration: 01:02:02FM #1556 - Town Council Quarterbacking - 10/27/25
Oct 28, 2025This session of the radio show shares our “Town Council Quarterbacking” with Town Council Chair Tom Mercer. We had our conversation via the Zoom Conference Bridge on Monday, October 27, 2025. Our conversation condensed the Town Council meeting of October 22, 2025.
We focus on two questions:
ok, what just happened? What does it mean for Franklin residents and taxpayers?We cover the following key topics
The recent Fire Dept promotions were sworn in. The promotions show the domino effect of the retirement of Chief McLaughlin. Charles (Chuck) Allen moved up from Battalion Chief to Fire Chief, Sean L... Duration: 00:29:43FM #1555 - Franklin (MA) Finance Cmte Mtg - 10/22/25
Oct 27, 2025This session shares the Finance Committee meeting conducted Wednesday, October 22, 2025. The Committee opened with 3 new members getting sworn in. The Committee also formally organized itself with votes to select George Conley as Chair, Natalie Riley as Vice-Chair and Lauren Nagel as Clerk
Quick recap:
The agenda could not be completed in the time allotted before the Town Council meeting at 7:00 PM. The planned 'deep dive' on Technology was the major item as it will be rescheduled to their Nov 5 meeting.During Citizen Comments, M Minnechelli spoke on the economics of development proposals, i.e. 444 E Central... Duration: 01:09:45FM #1554-FM Weekly Outlook & Lookback Combo - 10/26/25
Oct 26, 2025This episode combines the Franklin Public Radio spots for the week of October 26, 2025.
The outlook for the week ahead Oct 26 through Nov 1, 2025
The look back at the week that was Oct 19 through Oct 25, 2025
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The text and links referenced can be found at Franklin Matters Weekly
https://www.franklinmattersweekly.org/2025/10/80-of-franklin-ma-registered-voters.html
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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.
This podcast is my public service effort for F...
Duration: 00:04:34FM #1553 - Franklin (MA) School Cmte Mtg - 10/14/25
Oct 25, 2025This session shares the Franklin (MA) School Committee meeting held on Tuesday, October 14, 2025. All 7 members of the committee were present.
Quick recap:
FHS club fair held, 35 clubs presented, looking to finalize what's active with signups and payments to confirm membership. If not all to operate there are additional proposals being developed that could be implemented in lieu of some that didn't make it. High school has a late bus confirmed, awaiting word from bus company on one for the middle schoolMiddle school working on confirming advisors and also setting survey to determine student club interest. Hopeful o... Duration: 01:33:16FM #1552 - Chalkboard Chat - 10/16/25
Oct 22, 2025This session shares my conversation with School Committee Chairperson Dave Callaghan. This is a new episode of our continuing “Chalkboard Chat” series. We had our discussion via Zoom on Thursday, October 16, 2025. We had the opportunity to recap the School Committee meeting of October 14, 2025.
We cover
Superintendent’s ReportBudget book, zero based budget effortTeacher evaluations underwayUpdate on clubs for FHS & Middle SchoolFHS club fair held, 35 clubs presented, looking to finalize what's active with signups and payments to confirm membership. If not all to operate there are additional proposals being developed that could be implemented in lieu of some tha... Duration: 00:32:34FM #1551 - FM Weekly Outlook & Lookback Combo - 10/19/25
Oct 19, 2025This episode combines the Franklin Public Radio spots for the week of October 19, 2025.
The outlook for the week ahead Oct 19 through Oct 25, 2025
The look back at the week that was Oct 12 through Oct 18, 2025
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The text and links referenced can be found at Franklin Matters Weekly
https://www.franklinmattersweekly.org/2025/10/glorious-weather-weekend-leads-to-full.html
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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.
This podcast is my public service effort for F...
Duration: 00:02:46FM #1550 - The 2025 Franklin Turkey Trot - 09/29/25
Oct 14, 2025This session of the radio show shares my conversation with Erin Campbell, Franklin Turkey Trot organizer and with Jen Johnson, Franklin Food Pantry Development Associate. We had our conversation at the Franklin Food Pantry at Edwin’s.
We talk about the Turkey Trot coming up on Thanksgiving morning, November 27, 2025.
We talk about how the race has evolved, sponsorship opportunities, the community event itself, free raffle prizes in addition to awards by race age category & more.
New this year, a costume contest with prizes for best costume in different categories.
Disclosure: during the...
Duration: 00:23:01FM #1549 - FM Weekly Outlook & Lookback Combo - 10/12/25
Oct 12, 2025This episode combines the Franklin Public Radio spots for the week of October 12, 2025.
The outlook for the week ahead Oct 12 through Oct 18, 2025
The look back at the week that was Oct 5 through Oct 11, 2025
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The text and links referenced can be found at Franklin Matters Weekly
https://www.franklinmattersweekly.org/2025/10/a-full-week-of-meetings-arrive-this.html
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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.
This podcast is my public service effort for F...
Duration: 00:03:51FM #1548 - School Committee Candidate Paul Griffith - 10/07/25
Oct 11, 2025This session of the radio show shares my conversation with School Committee candidate Paul Griffith. We had our conversation virtually via Zoom on Tuesday, October 7, 2025.
The conversation runs about 57 minutes. Let’s listen in
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Paul Griffith
609-203-8202
mailto:paul.griffith.phd@gmail.com
Video link -> https://youtu.be/InpImgj62LA
2025 Franklin Election Collection ->
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/08/election-collection-2025.html
Video playlist for all candidates -> https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLL2XKlvMgLAm3YOh0r7csln4dpZ5MN-ul <...
Duration: 00:57:35FM #1547 - School Committee Candidate Nadia Mausolf - 10/07/25
Oct 11, 2025This session of the radio show shares my conversation with School Committee candidate Nadia Mausolf. We had our conversation virtually via Zoom on Tuesday, October 7, 2025.
The conversation runs about 28 minutes. Let’s listen in
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Nadia Mausolf
617-733-9179
mailto:nadiaet1@yahoo.com
Video link -> https://youtu.be/KSiGm-COBdk
2025 Franklin Election Collection ->
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/08/election-collection-2025.html
Video playlist for all candidates -> https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLL2XKlvMgLAm3YOh0r7csln4dpZ5MN-ul
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Duration: 00:28:55FM #1546 - School Committee Candidate Stephen Karunakaran - 10/07/25
Oct 11, 2025This session of the radio show shares my conversation with School Committee candidate Stephen Karunakaran. We had our conversation virtually via Zoom on Wednesday, October 1, 2025.
The conversation runs about 22 minutes. Let’s listen in
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Stephen Karunakaran
617-480-2400
mailto:stephensam@gmail.com
Video link -> https://youtu.be/Ai_K3VzN1Z0
2025 Franklin Election Collection ->
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/08/election-collection-2025.html
Video playlist for all candidates -> https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLL2XKlvMgLAm3YOh0r7csln4dpZ5MN-ul <...
Duration: 00:20:03FM #1545 - School Committee Candidate Ruthann O'Sullivan - 10/06/25
Oct 11, 2025This session of the radio show shares my conversation with School Committee candidate Ruthann O’Sullivan. We had our conversation virtually via Zoom on Monday, October 6, 2025.
The conversation runs about 42 minutes. Let’s listen in
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Ruthann O'Sullivan
508-397-7785
mailto:ruthannosullivan@gmail.com
Video link -> https://youtu.be/UGuIVHpD29c
2025 Franklin Election Collection ->
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/08/election-collection-2025.html
Video playlist for all candidates -> https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLL2XKlvMgLAm3YOh0r7csln4dpZ5MN-ul
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Duration: 00:42:48FM #1544 - Town Council Candidate Glenn Jones - 10/07/25
Oct 11, 2025This session of the radio show shares my conversation with Town Council candidate Glenn Jones. We had our conversation virtually via Zoom on Tuesday, October 7, 2025.
The conversation runs about 32 minutes. Let’s listen in
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Glenn Jones
508-439-7011
mailto:glennfjones172@gmail.com
Video link -> https://youtu.be/PNP0WNu9Xzo
2025 Franklin Election Collection ->
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/08/election-collection-2025.html
Video playlist for all candidates -> https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLL2XKlvMgLAm3YOh0r7csln4dpZ5MN-ul
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Duration: 00:32:55FM #1543 - Town Council Candidate Patrick Sheridan - 10/09/25
Oct 11, 2025This session of the radio show shares my conversation with Town Council candidate Patrick Sheridan. We had our conversation virtually via Zoom on Thursday, October 9, 2025.
The conversation runs about 12 minutes. Let’s listen in
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Patrick Sheridan
781-801-3105
Mailto:pat_carl_sheridan@yahoo.com
Video link -> https://youtu.be/vGIE0T02FTc
2025 Franklin Election Collection ->
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/08/election-collection-2025.html
Video playlist for all candidates -> https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLL2XKlvMgLAm3YOh0r7csln4dpZ5MN-u...
Duration: 00:12:26FM #1542 - Town Council Candidate Robert Dellorco - 10/06/25
Oct 11, 2025This session of the radio show shares my conversation with Town Council candidate Robert Dellorco. We had our conversation virtually via Zoom on Monday, October 6, 2025.
The conversation runs about 42 minutes. Let’s listen in
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Robert D. Dellorco
774-571-5530
mailto:rddfranklintc@gmail.com
Video link -> https://youtu.be/vpbc2g-Tb6Y
2025 Franklin Election Collection ->
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/08/election-collection-2025.html
Video playlist for all candidates -> https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLL2XKlvMgLAm3YOh0r7csln4dpZ5MN-ul <...
Duration: 00:42:51FM #1541 - Planning Board Candidate - Eric Steltzer - 10/01/25
Oct 09, 2025This session of the radio show shares my conversation with Planning Board - candidate Eric Steltzer. We had our conversation virtually via Zoom on Wednesday, October 1, 2025.
The conversation runs about 22 minutes. Let’s listen in
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Eric Steltzer
781-264-3662
mailto:steltzerpb@gmail.com
Video link -> https://youtu.be/SIbL1cXExCs
2025 Franklin Election Collection ->
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/08/election-collection-2025.html
Video playlist for all candidates -> https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLL2XKlvMgLAm3YOh0r7csln4dpZ5MN-ul
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Duration: 00:22:50FM #1540 - Planning Board Candidate - William Lee IV - 10/01/25
Oct 09, 2025This session of the radio show shares my conversation with Planning Board - Associate candidate William Lee IV. We had our conversation virtually via Zoom on Wednesday, October 1, 2025.
The conversation runs about 29 minutes. Let’s listen in
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William J. Lee, IV
781-640-0363
mailto:wjlee52394@gmail.com
Video link -> https://youtu.be/wKknGaOAwCU
2025 Franklin Election Collection ->
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/08/election-collection-2025.html
Video playlist for all candidates -> https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLL2XKlvMgLAm3YOh0r7csln4dpZ...
Duration: 00:29:35FM #1539 - Planning Board Candidate - Mark Mucciarone - 10/01/25
Oct 09, 2025This session of the radio show shares my conversation with Planning Board candidate Mark Mucciarone. We had our conversation virtually via Zoom on Wednesday, October 1, 2025.
The conversation runs about 26 minutes. Let’s listen in
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Mark A. Mucciarone
774-571-9800
mailto:coachmooch@verizon.net
Video link -> https://youtu.be/tfI_DMLKqPU
2025 Franklin Election Collection ->
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/08/election-collection-2025.html
Video playlist for all candidates -> https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLL2XKlvMgLAm3YOh0r7csln4dpZ5MN-ul
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Duration: 00:26:31FM #1538 - School Committee Candidate - KP Sompally - 10/03/25
Oct 09, 2025This session of the radio show shares my conversation with School Committee candidateKP Sompally. We had our conversation virtually via Zoom on Thursday, October 2, 2025.
The conversation runs about 16 minutes. Let’s listen in
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KP Sompally
617-515-5149
mailto:sompally@gmail.com
Video link -> https://youtu.be/ZUKrETRrMRw
2025 Franklin Election Collection ->
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/08/election-collection-2025.html
Video playlist for all candidates -> https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLL2XKlvMgLAm3YOh0r7csln4dpZ5MN-ul
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We...
Duration: 00:16:00FM #1537 - School Committee Candidate - Al Charles - 10/01/25
Oct 09, 2025This session of the radio show shares my conversation with School Committee candidate Al Charles. We had our conversation virtually via Zoom on Tuesday, October 1, 2025.
The conversation runs about 26 minutes. Let’s listen in
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Al Charles
978-771-0128
mailto:alcharles@comcast.net
Video link -> https://youtu.be/d77-ZT6e9XE
2025 Franklin Election Collection ->
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/08/election-collection-2025.html
Video playlist for all candidates -> https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLL2XKlvMgLAm3YOh0r7csln4dpZ5MN-ul <...
Duration: 00:26:32FM #1536 - School Committee Candidate - Dave Callaghan - 09/29/25
Oct 09, 2025This session of the radio show shares my conversation with School Committee candidate Dave Callaghan. We had our conversation virtually via Zoom on Monday, September 29, 2025.
The conversation runs about 27 minutes. Let’s listen in
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David Callaghan
508-873-1472
mailto:dc.callaghan@gmail.com
Video link -> https://youtu.be/JYLTZeS8x2E
2025 Franklin Election Collection ->
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/08/election-collection-2025.html
Video playlist for all candidates -> https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLL2XKlvMgLAm3YOh0r7csln4dpZ5MN-ul <...
Duration: 00:27:52FM #1535 - Town Council Candidate Tom Mercer - 09/30/25
Oct 07, 2025This session of the radio show shares my conversation with Town Council candidate Tom Mercer. We had our conversation virtually via Zoom on Tuesday, September 30, 2025.
The conversation runs about 29 minutes. Let’s listen in
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Tom Mercer
Phone -> 401-529-0193
Email -> mailto:tdmercer@verizon.net
Video link -> https://youtu.be/uHr68nUawB8
2025 Franklin Election Collection ->
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/08/election-collection-2025.html
Video playlist for all candidates -> https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLL2XKlvMgLAm3YOh0r7csln4dpZ5M...
Duration: 00:29:06FM #1534 - Town Council Candidate Ted Cormier-Leger - 09/30/25
Oct 07, 2025This session of the radio show shares my conversation with Town Council candidate Ted Cormier-Leger. We had our conversation virtually via Zoom on Tuesday, September 30, 2025.
The conversation runs about 38 minutes. Let’s listen in
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Ted Cormier-Leger
Phone -> 617-686-1265
Email -> mailto:ted.cormierleger@gmail.com
Video link -> https://youtu.be/AsY2oxiAF4k
2025 Franklin Election Collection ->
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/08/election-collection-2025.html
Video playlist for all candidates -> https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLL2XKlvMgLAm3YOh0r7csln...
Duration: 00:38:20FM #1533 - Town Council Candidate Jane Callaway-Tripp - 09/30/25
Oct 07, 2025This session of the radio show shares my conversation with Town Council candidate Jane Callaway-Tripp. We had our conversation virtually via Zoom on Tuesday, September 30, 2025.
The conversation runs about 28 minutes. Let’s listen in
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Jane Callaway-Tripp
Phone -> 774-571-101
Email -> mailto:janeewc.jc@gmail.com
Video link -> https://youtu.be/UhG_8JwFLAI
2025 Franklin Election Collection ->
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/08/election-collection-2025.html
Video playlist for all candidates -> https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLL2XKlvMgLAm3YOh0r7csln4dpZ5...
Duration: 00:28:01FM #1532 - Town Council Candidate Michael Leblanc 09/29/25
Oct 07, 2025This session of the radio show shares my conversation with Town Council candidate Michael LeBlanc. We had our conversation virtually via Zoom on Monday, September 29, 2025.
The conversation runs about 38 minutes. Let’s listen in
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Michael Leblanc
Phone -> 508-944-8300
Email -> mailto:leblanc.michael@comcast.net
Video link -> https://youtu.be/OuY61pC1UBA
2025 Franklin Election Collection ->
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/08/election-collection-2025.html
Video playlist for all candidates -> https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLL2XKlvMgLAm3YOh0r7csln4dpZ5MN...
Duration: 00:38:16FM #1531 - Town Council Candidate Stephen Malloy- 09/29/25
Oct 07, 2025This session of the radio show shares my conversation with Town Council candidate Stephen Malloy. We had our conversation virtually via Zoom on Monday, September 29, 2025.
The conversation runs about 33 minutes. Let’s listen in
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Stephen Malloy
Phone -> 617-820-8619
Email -> mailto:Steve@sgmalloy.com
Video link -> https://youtu.be/N0XZAb-TQO0
2025 Franklin Election Collection ->
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/08/election-collection-2025.html
Video playlist for all candidates -> https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLL2XKlvMgLAm3YOh0r7csln4dpZ5M...
Duration: 00:32:59FM #1530 - Chalkboard Chat - 10/03/25
Oct 06, 2025This session shares my conversation with School Committee Chairperson Dave Callaghan. This is a new episode of our continuing “Chalkboard Chat” series. We had our discussion via Zoom on Friday, October 3, 2025. We had the opportunity to recap the School Committee meeting of September 30, 2025.
We cover
Supt Report: continue to make adjustments to the traffic, Transportation website has an update for the school arrivals/Dismissals https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/4780/FPSD/6062062/Start_of_School_Traffic_Information.pdf New page FEF legacy program, online form to accept donations ... Additional info being added as the progr... Duration: 00:21:38FM #1529 - FM Weekly Outlook & Lookback Combo - 10/05/25
Oct 05, 2025This episode combines the Franklin Public Radio spots for the week of October 5, 2025.
The outlook for the week ahead Oct 5 through Oct 11, 2025
The look back at the week that was Sep 28 through Oct 4, 2025
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The text and links referenced can be found at Franklin Matters Weekly
https://www.franklinmattersweekly.org/2025/10/use-light-town-meeting-schedule-to-take.html
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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.
This podcast is my public service effort for...
Duration: 00:03:38FM #1528 - Hannah Sieber & TriTogeher- 09/25/25
Oct 05, 2025This session of the radio show shares my conversation with Hannah Sieber, Founder and Director of TriTogeher, to provide tutoring to students in foster care. We had our conversation virtually via the Zoom platform on Thursday, September 25, 2025.
Discussion items:
Hannah’s background and development of TriTogetherThe learning triangle: student effort, fundamentals, and strategiesTutoring session delivered virtually via ZoomSpreading awareness of this key serviceLooking for additional Massachusetts students who would benefitLooking for additional tutors, who can be anywhereStarting fund raising efforts to enhance the tutoring deliveryFree webinars with key speakers working in this arenaThe conv...
Duration: 00:29:46FM #1527 - Franklin Senior Center Oct 2025 Highlights - 09/23/25
Oct 04, 2025This session shares my conversation with Sarah Amaral and Jillian Rochat, both with the Franklin Senior Center. We had our discussion in the Franklin Radio Studio on Tuesday, September 23, 2025.
We talk about
All the key event highlights for OctoberThe show notes include links to the Senior Center page, the calendar of events, and to subscribe to the monthly newsletter.
The recording runs about 43 minutes, so let’s listen in.
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Franklin Senior Center page -> https://www.franklinma.gov/583/Franklin-Senior-Center-Council-on-Aging
October 2025 newsletter -> https://www.frankl...
Duration: 00:43:59FM #1526 - Taryn Barlow - The Well Brain - 09/24/25
Oct 03, 2025This session of the radio show shares my conversation with Taryn Barlow, Cognitive Health Coach™ working at The Well Brain. We had our conversation virtually via the Zoom platform on Wednesday, September 24, 2025.
Discussion items:
Taryn’s background and road to the “well brain”Development of the “Cognitive Health Coach™”Process of delivering via H.O.P.E.The conversation runs about 40 minutes. Let’s listen in
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Taryn Barlow -> Cognitive Health Coach™ | The Wellbrain
Phone -> 774-498-9234
emailAddress -> thewellbrainslp@gmail.com
Website -> https://th...
Duration: 00:40:37FM #1525 - Town Council Candidate Gene Grella - 09/29/25
Oct 03, 2025This session of the radio show shares my conversation with Town Council candidate Gene Grella. We had our conversation virtually via Zoom on Monday, September 29, 2025.
The conversation runs about 25 minutes. Let’s listen in
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Gene Grella
Phone -> 508-878-1154
Email -> mailto:gene.p.grella@gmail.com
Video link -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_UeeffDhuM4
2025 Franklin Election Collection ->
https://www.franklinmatters.org/2025/08/election-collection-2025.html
Video playlist for all candidates -> https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLL2XKlvMg...
Duration: 00:25:27