Franklin Conservation Commission approves four tree-removal permits and continues hearings. The commission approved residential tree-removal permits for 7 Bubbling Brook Road, 155 King Street, and 670 King Street with various stump-preservation conditions, and continued a request from 30 Jefferson
Franklin residents enrolled in Basic Service power supply will get mail notices this week. The town's Community Choice Power Supply Program is sending eligible customers enrollment and opt-out information by mail, Town Hall announced July 15, giving residents a chance to review the prog…
Communications subcommittee approves guidelines for councilor email and social media use. The Communications Subcommittee unanimously approved email and social media guidelines for town councilors, forwarding both to the full Town Council for its September 2 meeting. The email protocol specifies
Franklin will mail Basic Service customers enrollment and opt-out details for its Community Choice Power Supply Program this week, town officials said Wednesday, while separately seeking volunteers to fill two Citizen-at-Large seats on the Community Preservation Committee, which directs…
Franklin is seeking two Citizen-at-Large volunteers to fill open seats on the Community Preservation Committee. The panel reviews funding requests for open space, historic preservation, community housing and recreation projects, and the town is encouraging interested residents to apply …
Planning Board approves Elena Estates subdivision with waivers for terrain challenges. The Planning Board unanimously approved a preliminary subdivision plan for a four-lot residential development at 266 and 0 Pleasant Street, granting three waivers to accommodate steep terrain and ledge conditions
Franklin Youth Soccer Association has opened registration for its Fall 2026 season, covering the club's Pee Wee, Instructional, Academy, Recreational and Travel divisions. The non-profit organization, which serves youth soccer players in Franklin, is inviting families to sign up now ahe…
Zoning Board approves mixed-income housing project for peer review phase. The Zoning Board of Appeals unanimously approved two special permits for residential additions with stormwater mitigation and a variance for an attached garage at 9 Julie Dawn Drive. In its primary action, the board
Franklin affordable housing trust allocates $25,000 for Ridge land study. The Municipal Affordable Housing Trust unanimously approved funding for a geographical study of two parcels at Franklin Ridge to assess buildability and development constraints. Chair Christopher Vericker said the trust will
Franklin Cultural District schedules Wind Phone dedication and advances multiple cultural initiatives for fall. The committee approved prior meeting minutes and reported the Fence Gallery displaying artwork in two locations, with a second gallery featuring four new works planned for fall. The