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This Week in Franklin: Jun 15 - Jun 21
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Obituaries
Obituary notices, week of June 15, 2026 through June 21, 2026
One Franklin obituary was recorded for the week of June 15–21, 2026: Buchanio, Lucia, 85, of Franklin, who died June 19, 2026. Funeral arrangements were handled by Charles F. Oteri and Son - Franklin Funeral Home.
Sports
Franklin Youth Soccer Association opens fall 2026 registration for players across all divisions.
The Franklin Youth Soccer Association (FYSA) has opened registration for its fall 2026 season. The non-profit organization offers programs for a wide range of ages and skill levels, from Pee Wee through Travel divisions. Families interested in enrolling players can visit the FYSA websit…
Government · Conservation
Franklin Conservation Commission approves culvert repair and grants biodiversity study funds.
Franklin Conservation Commission authorizes spending on culvert repair and environmental grants. The seven-member board unanimously approved a Notice of Intent for stabilization of the Nicholas Drive-Prospect Street culvert, approximately 100 years old, with full replacement anticipated in the
Morning Brief
Franklin Town Council Approves FY27 Budget; Offices Close Friday for Juneteenth
The Franklin Town Council approved the Fiscal Year 2027 operating budget and capital investments, the defining action of a quiet mid-June news cycle. The vote — highlighted as the lead item on franklinma.gov — establishes the town's financial priorities for the coming year, though spend…
Government · Franklin's 250th Anniversary Celebration Committee
Deadline crunch forces Franklin 250th to reallocate $6,500 budget
Franklin's 250th Anniversary Committee faces June 30 budget deadline. A $6,500 allocation for an illustrator cannot be spent because the work will not be completed before the deadline, forcing a reallocation. Maureen Brennan was elected Treasurer unanimously by roll call, replacing Charleen
Government · Town Council
Town Council approves FY26 general fund resolutions unanimously
Franklin Town Council unanimously approves three financial resolutions for fiscal year 2026. The nine-member board voted unanimously on Resolution 26-36 authorizing general fund appropriations, transfers, and adjustments, along with Resolution 26-30 for the snow and ice stabilization account
Government · DocumentCenter
Design Review Commission approves four sign packages with conditions
Design Review Commission approves four sign packages with one deferred for Planning Board review. Chair Sam Williams, Vice Chair Andrew Pratt, Derek Darvish, and Associate Priya Natarajan unanimously approved signage for Ola Salon at 648 Old West Central Street, Franklin Extended Stay Hotel at 835
Government · Design Review Commission
Design Review Commission approves signage for four sites
Design Review Commission approves signage for four commercial sites. Chair Sam Williams and the Commission unanimously approved sign packages for Ola Salon, Franklin Extended Stay Hotel, and Intermission. They conditionally approved Plansee's application provided the larger front façade logo is
Government · Housing Authority
Franklin Housing Authority votes to take Congregate Unit 49A offline permanently
Franklin Housing Authority voted unanimously to take Congregate Unit 49A offline permanently.