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Franklin Town Thu. Jul 10 2025

Franklin's Hayward Street Treatment Plants Gets $15 Mil Loan From State

One of many recent investments in the town's water infrastructure.

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Franklin's Hayward Street Treatment Plants Gets $15 Mil Loan From State

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Franklin Town Thu. Jul 10 2025

FRANKLIN: Allen E. Walker

Graduated from Franklin High School in 1978, served in the US Army from 1978 to 1985,

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Franklin Town Thu. Jul 10 2025

FRANKLIN: James Arthur Whittemore

Former long-time resident

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Franklin Town Thu. Jul 10 2025

Inside car insurance rates in Massachusetts

A variety of factors contribute to insurance rates but there is still variation among insurance companies.

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Inside car insurance rates in Massachusetts

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Franklin Town Thu. Jul 10 2025

Senate school cellphone bill leaves key details to districts

Lewis expects Senate will debate Spilka-supported bill in July

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Senate school cellphone bill leaves key details to districts

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Franklin Town Wed. Jul 9 2025

In Other News

Happier Days, Firefighter Needed in Medway, Plansee and Rep Roy Celebrate Manufacturing...

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Franklin Town Wed. Jul 9 2025

Top 5 uniquely popular potato chip brands in Massachusetts

In New England, Cape Cod Chips came out on top in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Maine.

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Top 5 uniquely popular potato chip brands in Massachusetts

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Franklin Town Wed. Jul 9 2025

MEDWAY: Kathleen M. (Consigli) Burke

MHS grad, "possessed an uncommon obligation to care for others without asking anything in return."

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Franklin Town Wed. Jul 9 2025

MEDWAY: Robert "Bobby" "Papa Bob" Archer Briggs

Proprietor of Shady Oaks farm for many years.

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MEDWAY: Robert Bobby Papa Bob Archer Briggs

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Franklin Town Wed. Jul 9 2025

OPINION: Why the MBTA’s electric bus mandate is a bad idea

Former transpo secretary speaks out

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OPINION: Why the MBTA’s electric bus mandate is a bad idea

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Franklin Town Tue. Jul 8 2025

MEDWAY: Barbara JoAnn Tramontozzi

Her father lost his life in the Korean War; she dedicated her career caring for Veterans at the VA Medical Centers.

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Franklin Town Tue. Jul 8 2025

FRANKLIN: Lodia Tella

Educated in Italy and worked for Ciba Corning in Medfield; Franklin resident for 60 years.

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Franklin Town Tue. Jul 8 2025

Two Locals Part of Crew to Battle Alaska Wildfires

Chris Huling and Glen Consolmango have been deployed to Fairbanks, Alaska.

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Two Locals Part of Crew to Battle Alaska Wildfires

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Franklin Town Tue. Jul 8 2025

State Police Confirm Removal of Karen Read Investigator

Department now seeking a replacement to serve Norfolk County

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State Police Confirm Removal of Karen Read Investigator

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Franklin Town Tue. Jul 8 2025

Dean College Names Leader for Art, Dance Department

The College has appointed SAG-AFTRA member and accomplished dancer/choreographer, Stephen Ursrpung,

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Dean College Names Leader for Art, Dance Department

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Franklin Town Mon. Jul 7 2025

Contractor Donates Roof to Habitat Historic Rehab

"This iconic landmark deserves to be preserved—and we’re honored to help protect its legacy."

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Contractor Donates Roof to Habitat Historic Rehab

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Franklin Town Mon. Jul 7 2025

Foreclosures Dip According to Register of Deeds

A total of 29 foreclosures were recorded, down 38% from 2024.

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Foreclosures Dip According to Register of Deeds

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Franklin Town Mon. Jul 7 2025

State Shifts Away From "Rainy Day" Savings Fund

May instead shore up pension funds.

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State Shifts Away From Rainy Day Savings Fund

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Franklin Town Mon. Jul 7 2025

Norfolk County Sheriff to Honor Vets Next Sunday

Part of an ongoing effort to support veterans in Norfolk County through partnerships with local Veterans’ Service Officers.

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Norfolk County Sheriff to Honor Vets Next Sunday

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Franklin Town Mon. Jul 7 2025

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June 29 to July 5

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