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There are multiple road closures due to a structure fire on Elm Street. Elm Street is closed at Jeffrey Road and Harborw...
06/03/2026

There are multiple road closures due to a structure fire on Elm Street. Elm Street is closed at Jeffrey Road and Harborwood Drive. Partridge Street is also closed at Harborwood Drive.

Please seek an alternative route:

06/03/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

On June 2, 2026, at approximately 6:43 PM, the Bellingham Public Safety Communications Center received a report of a male party pointing a firearm at another male party following a road rage incident on Maple Street.

Bellingham Police Officers responded to the area and quickly identified a suspect vehicle and operator. The Franklin Police Department was notified and requested to be on the lookout for the suspect.

A short time later, Franklin Police Officers located the suspect still inside the vehicle in the parking lot of the 99 Restaurant in Franklin. Bellingham Officers responded to the scene, interviewed the suspect, and recovered a loaded firearm.

The suspect, identified as Stephen Fahey, 61, of Franklin, was subsequently placed under arrest and transported to the Bellingham Police Department for booking.

Fahey was arraigned this morning in Milford District Court on charges including:

Assault by Means of a Dangerous Weapon
Carrying a Firearm While Intoxicated
Disturbing the Peace

The Bellingham Police Department would like to thank the Franklin Police Department for their assistance in the investigation and apprehension of the suspect.

All suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Town of Bellingham MA Joseph D. Early Jr., Worcester County District Attorney's Office

During Mental Health Awareness Month, the Franklin Police Department would like to remind everyone that a simple check-i...
05/28/2026

During Mental Health Awareness Month, the Franklin Police Department would like to remind everyone that a simple check-in can make a world of difference. Whether it’s a friend, family member, coworker, or neighbor, taking the time to ask “How are you really doing?” can help someone feel seen, heard, and supported.

Remember:
• Listen without judgment
• Encourage others to seek help when needed
• Support one another through difficult times
• Know that mental health challenges can affect anyone

As a community, we are stronger when we stand together and support each other. You are never alone.

05/28/2026

UPDATE: As of 11:30pm the water is back on. If you experience discolored water please run your cold water only until it clears. For more information on discolored water please see - https://www.franklinma.gov/635/Water-Quality

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Water Main Break located at 787 Lincoln Street!

Water will be turned off between Elm St. to the Medway town line.

DPW crews are organizing now and heading to the area for repairs.

Thank you for your patience as we work to get this repaired.


As Mental Health Awareness Month comes to an endThe Franklin Police Department’s Co-Response Program continues to make a...
05/26/2026

As Mental Health Awareness Month comes to an endThe Franklin Police Department’s Co-Response Program continues to make a meaningful impact in our community by connecting individuals with the help and support they need during difficult times.

Through the partnership between our officers and co-response clinicians, we are able to respond to mental health, substance use, and crisis-related calls with a focus on care, de-escalation, and access to services.

In the past year:
• 881 cases were referred to the Co-Response Program
• 44 individuals were diverted from arrest and connected to treatment
• 142 individuals were diverted from unnecessary emergency department visits

Our goal remains simple: helping people get the support they need while keeping them safely connected to community resources whenever possible.

We are proud of the work being done every day through this collaborative effort to support the wellbeing of our residents.

05/25/2026

Today, the Town of honors and remembers the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. We extend our gratitude to all who have served and encourage residents to take a moment to reflect on the meaning of Memorial Day.

🏛️Please note that Town offices are closed today, Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day.

🚛 Trash and recycling collection will be delayed by one day this week. Friday collections will take place on Saturday, May 30.

Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day.

05/25/2026

MEMORIAL DAY PARADE CANCELLED DUE TO INCLEMENT

Shared from the VFW…

Good Morning,

We’re sad to share that the Memorial Day Parade is canceled.

However, the ceremonies at Dean College at 9:30, Union St. Cemetery at 9:50, St. Mary’s Cemetery at 10:10, and at the War Memorials at the Town Common at 12 noon are ON as scheduled.

We hope you understand and we hope to see you at one of the ceremonies.

A big thank you to the Massachusetts State Police Marine Unit for hosting our Franklin High School Senior Project studen...
05/21/2026

A big thank you to the Massachusetts State Police Marine Unit for hosting our Franklin High School Senior Project students!

05/19/2026

The Franklin Health Department invites residents to attend the Women’s Health Expo on Wednesday, May 20, from 2:00–5:00 PM at New England Chapel, 300 E. Central Street. 🩺

This indoor event will feature health screenings, educational resources, local vendors, and more to support women’s health and wellness. The Dana-Farber Cancer Institute mobile mammography van will also be on-site from 7:00 AM–3:15 PM. 🚐
Learn more: https://franklinma.gov/m/newsflash/home/detail/111

This morning, our friends Nolan and Anthony made their arrival at the Washington Street School in style! 🚓The two lucky ...
05/15/2026

This morning, our friends Nolan and Anthony made their arrival at the Washington Street School in style! 🚓

The two lucky students won a “Ride to School” experience through a raffle item at the SAFE Coalition Gala, and our officers were happy to make it a memorable morning.

Thank you to the SAFE Coalition and the Washington Street School for helping create fun experiences like this for our kids!

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