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Town Council approves two new Zoning Board members amid heated public debate over litigation and process.

Franklin Town Council unanimously ratifies two new Zoning Board members after contentious public debate. The council approved Isabella Carter, a licensed structural engineer, for a term through June 30, 2026, and Jennifer Williams, a licensed architect and Planning Board veteran, for a term through

Design Review Commission approves Franklin Convenience Store signage package.

Design Review Commission unanimously approves convenience store signage. The Commission voted 4-0 to approve a sign package for Franklin Convenience Store at 12 Main Street, including projecting and fascia signage without illumination. Director of Planning & Community Development Morena Zelaya

250th Anniversary Committee finalizes $50K FY26 budget with merchandise and gala emphasis.

The 250th Anniversary Celebration Committee's Budget Subcommittee unanimously approved a finalized $50,000 fiscal year 2026 budget. Four members present voted to approve the allocation after realigning funds to increase the initial deposit for a planned fundraising gala and boost

Council on Aging votes to shift meeting day and time to Wednesday mornings

Franklin Council on Aging shifts regular meetings to Wednesday 11 a.m. Vice Chair Phyllis Malcolm presided in the absence of Chair Lyn O'Brien, with eight members present and the time-change motion passing unanimously. Director Sarah Amaral reported receipt of a $21,725.73 estate donation from

Cultural District Committee allocates remaining MCC grant funds to art restoration and World Cup events.

Franklin Cultural District Committee directs final MCC grant funds to restoration and programming. The committee voted four to zero with one abstention to allocate $1,000 toward artsy box restoration and $3,800 for World Cup watch party events scheduled June 24-26, with music and promotional