Franklin Matters Radio
What matters in Franklin MA - we follow the money sharing Town & School meetings, community events, and interviews to enable an informed resident & voter
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FM #1714 - FM Weekly Outlook & Lookback Combo - 04/12/26
<p>This episode combines the Franklin Public Radio news briefing spots for the week of April 12, 2026. </p>The outlook for the week ahead April 12 through April 18, 2026The look back at the week that was April 5 through April 11, 2026 <br/><p>--------------</p><p>The text and links referenced can be found at Franklin Matters Weekly</p><p>https://www.franklinmattersweekly.org/2026/04/the-budget-discussion-blossoms.html</p><p>--------------</p><p>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. </p><p>This podcast is my public service effort for...
FM #1713 - LiveARTS String Quartet Concert May 17 - 04/06/26
<p>This session shares my discussion with Donald Krishnaswami. We had our discussion in the Franklin TV & Radio Studio on Monday, April 6, 2026</p><p>We discussed the LiveARTS String Quartet and their next concert set for May 17, 2026 at the Historical Museum at 3 PM.</p><p>We talk about</p>Website now available, likely to sell outTickets and /or donations through websiteAbout the program and performersNature of live music, chamber music<br/><p>The recording runs about 20 minutes, so let’s listen in.</p><p>--------------</p><p>LiveArts String Quartet https://www.liveartsstringquartet.org/ </p><p>Press release link - ht...
FM #1712 - Franklin (MA) School Cmte Mtg - 03/24/26
<p>This session shares the Franklin (MA) School Committee meeting held on Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 7:00 PM. All 7 members of the Committee were present in Chambers. </p><p>Quick recap:</p>Students scheduled for the pledge got to the meeting for the incorrect 6 PM start and will be rescheduled to another meetingSuperintendent's reportsubstitute nurses being looked forWinter sports round upearmark funded for middle school library (still needs to make through the budget cycle)Innovation labs grant also awardedFHS family science night April 9 from 5 to 8 pmLifelong learning updateFor Solutions, the students to teacher ratios; K - 1 to 10, others grades are 1 to 12, 1 to 13...
FM #1711 - Town Council Quarterbacking - April 1 session - 04/02/26
<p>This session of the radio show shares our “Town Council Quarterbacking” with Town Councilor Max Morrongiello. We had our conversation in person at the Franklin TV & Radio Studios on Thursday, April 2, 2026. Our conversation condensed the Town Council meeting of Wednesday, April 1, 2026.</p><p>We focus on two questions:</p>ok, what just happened? What does it mean for Franklin residents and taxpayers?<br/><p>We cover the following key topics</p>Multiple citizen comments; topics covered = Bellingham battery storage, PorchFest, Quatro Eroi celebration events, & School Committee updateCouncilor commentsRecognition of Chloe Bowser, her essay was one of 12 selected for the comm...
FM #1710 - Town Council Quarterbacking - March 17 session - 03/30/26
<p>This session of the radio show shares our “Town Council Quarterbacking” with Town Councilor Max Morrongiello. We had our conversation in person at the Franklin TV & Radio Studios on Monday, March 30, 2026. Our conversation condensed the Town Council meeting of Wednesday, March 17, 2026.</p><p>We focus on two questions:</p>ok, what just happened? What does it mean for Franklin residents and taxpayers?<br/><p>We cover the following key topics</p>Presentation on the Chapter 70 Program - Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE)Appointment to the Finance Committee: Tom Sullivan, Passes 8-0-1Legislation for Action (all votes pass...
FM #1709 - Franklin Food Pantry -The Volunteer Experience - 03/04/26
<p>This session of the radio show shares my conversation with (in order of introduction)</p>Donna O’NeillRoberta TrahanSally GrantKim DeCrescenzoCarol Malachowski<br/><p>We had our conversation in person in the community room at The Franklin Food Pantry on Wednesday, March 4, 2026. </p><p>We started with a round of introductions and then 2 questions:</p>How did you first get involved with The PantryWhat keeps you coming back<br/><p>That was all the group needed. The conversation took off from there. It runs almost 40 minutes. Let’s listen in </p><p>--------------</p><p>2025 Annual report of The Pant...
FM #1708 - Town Council Mtg - P2 of 2 03/18/26
<p>This session shares part of the Franklin (MA) Town Council meeting held on Wednesday, March 18, 2026. The Council held this session as scheduled beginning at 6 PM. All 9 Councilors participated for this 4 hour plus session. </p><p>The meeting was held in conjunction with the Franklin School Committee (all 7 members also present) for both to participate with the presentation by the Dept of Elementary & Secondary Education (DESE) to cover Chapter 70 & hold harmless.</p>1707 - The Opening, and the DESE presentation & discussion (approx. 2 hr 45 mins) 1708 - After a brief recess, the remainder of the Council meeting (approx. 55 mins)<br/><p>--------------</p><...
FM #1707 - Town Council Mtg - P1 of 2 - 03/18/26
<p>This session shares part of the Franklin (MA) Town Council meeting held on Wednesday, March 18, 2026. The Council held this session as scheduled beginning at 6 PM. All 9 Councilors participated for this 4 hour plus session. </p><p>The meeting was held in conjunction with the Franklin School Committee for both to participate with the presentation by the Dept of Elementary & Secondary Education (DESE) to cover Chapter 70 & hold harmless.</p>1707 - The Opening, and the DESE presentation & discussion (approx. 2 hrs. 45 mins) 1708 - After a brief recess, the remainder of the Council meeting (approx. 55 mins)<br/><p>--------------</p><p>Additional notes on...
FM #1706 - FM Weekly Outlook & Lookback Combo - 04/05/26
<p>This episode combines the Franklin Public Radio news briefing spots for the week of April 5, 2026. </p>The outlook for the week ahead April 5 through April 11, 2026The look back at the week that was March 29 through April 4, 2026 <br/><p>--------------</p><p>The text and links referenced can be found at Franklin Matters Weekly</p><p>https://www.franklinmattersweekly.org/2026/04/budget-budget-budget.html</p><p>--------------</p><p>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. </p><p>This podcast is my public service effort for...
FM #1705 - Franklin (MA) Board Of Health Mtg - 04/01/26
<p>This session of the radio show shares the Town of Franklin Board of Health Meeting held on Wednesday, April 1, 2026. The meeting agenda was held in the 3rd floor training room as well as via Google Meet. All 3 board members were present with the full compliment of Health Dept staff.</p><p>Quick Recap:</p>Chair Kim Mu-Chow opens the meetingReads protocol statement re: Google meetConfirms participation via roll callNo citizen commentsMotion to approve March 4 minutes, so moved, second, passes 3-0Motion to approve Mar 18 minutes, second, passes 3-0PFAS advisory to be posted at Chilson beach and a couple...
