Franklin economy could be impacted by Question 8 vote in November

If Question 8 passes Nov. 3, retail cannabis sales end statewide. Franklin's town administrator says the town would feel it in revenue, jobs and two dispensaries. Read More »

Sculpture park grows with new exhibits

A Wind Phone for the grieving and a dragonfly built from mobility devices joined the Franklin Sculpture Park Sept. 10, along with the Art Association's new MicroGallery. Read More »

Franklin Public Library highlights for October

Girls Who Code returns to the Franklin Public Library Oct. 14, plus Slime Time, Witch Academy, Halloween fun and the Friends' $1 book sale Oct. 23-24. Read More »

Register for the 15th Annual Franklin Turkey Trot for Franklin Food Pantry

Registration is open for the 15th annual Franklin Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving morning. Every dollar supports the Franklin Food Pantry, and sponsors are welcome. Read More »

Franklin's Riverbend Conservation Area earns Tree Farm certification

Franklin's Riverbend Conservation Area is now a certified Tree Farm, recognizing years of responsible forest management and habitat work by the Conservation Department. Read More »

Franklin Library's Citizenship & English Language Learning Project "Exemplary"

The state Board of Library Commissioners named Franklin Public Library's Citizenship Corners and English Language Learning project exemplary for its community impact. Read More »

Historic Happenings at Franklin Historical Museum, October 2026

October at the Franklin Historical Museum: historian James C. Johnston Jr. revisits "Odyssey in the Wilderness" Oct. 11, plus more Sunday talks and free admission. Read More »