Gleb Tsipursky: Take advantage of workforce training grants
The Oct. 23 Massachusetts workforce training grants include awards to Hardigg Industries and DESCO Medical in the Franklin-Hampshire workforce region. Both w...
Nov 4, 2026Open source
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Franklin, Massachusetts. Counties or equivalents associated with this area: Norfolk. Associated ZIP codes: 02038.
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Nine ballot questions a draw for Franklin County voters
Massachusetts voters faced nine ballot questions in the midterms, including measures on public records, taxes and cannabis.
Nov 4, 2026Open source
Couple discovers surprising series of connections while wedding planning A newlywed couple in Franklin rece...
A newlywed couple in Franklin, Massachusetts, recently discovered that their connection goes back to their baptism.
Oct 20, 2026Open source
Comic book fans, unite: Ninth Western Massachusetts Comic Book Show coming to Franklin County Fairgrounds
Western Massachusetts Comic Book Show is scheduled for Sept. 26 at Wisdom Way fairgrounds, featuring a sketch-off.
Sep 20, 2026Open source
Police: Tesla passed school bus as student crossed in Franklin
Police are seeking a Tesla driver after a dangerous pass at a school bus stop in Franklin, Massachusetts.
Sep 17, 2026Open source
Franklin police seek driver for dangerous pass at school bus stop Franklin, Massachusetts, police released...
Franklin, Massachusetts, police released video that shows a Tesla passing another car and failing to stop for a school bus with its lights on.
Sep 17, 2026Open source
Marchers to come through Franklin County on way to State House
Marchers seeking to update the Massachusetts state symbol are set to reach Wendell on Sunday during their long trek.
Aug 1, 2026Open source
Franklin County towns get $320K to update hazard mitigation plans
Ten Franklin County towns received $320,000 in grants from the Massachusetts Federal Funds and Infrastructure Office to update their federally required hazar...
Aug 1, 2026Open source
Franklin County Regional Housing & Redevelopment Authority honored with Housing Hero Award
The Franklin County Regional Housing & Redevelopment Authority won a Massachusetts Housing Partnership award for expanding affordable housing.
Jul 17, 2026Open source
Baystate Franklin nurses call for DPH investigation into patient transport cuts
Massachusetts nurses held a demonstration at Baystate Franklin Medical Center to demand a Department of Health investigation into reduced patient transport h...
Jul 17, 2026Open source
Lieutenant governor gets inside look at Franklin County food system
Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll visits Western Massachusetts Food Processing Center and Clarkdale Fruit Farms to see state investments in local food systems.
Jul 11, 2026Open source
ADU law sees slow start in Franklin County
Discover the impact of the Massachusetts Affordable Homes Act on accessory dwelling units (ADUs) in Franklin County and the challenges faced by property owners.
Jul 8, 2026Open source
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New Bedford soldier killed in WWII identified
A New Bedford soldier who went missing during World War II has been identified and will be buried in Massachusetts on the 82nd anniversary of his disappearance.
Nov 5, 2026Open source
Cresskill-based Elgen Staffing partners with Massachusetts firm Masis Staffing Solutions
Masis Staffing Solutions said it is partnering with Elgen Staffing, a Cresskill-based staffing firm specializing in direct-hire recruiting.
Nov 5, 2026Open source
Massachusetts 2026 ballot question results: Voters decide on record-tying 9 questions
Massachusetts voters are deciding on a record-tying nine ballot questions in this election, which could change laws covering the workings of government, tax...
Nov 5, 2026Open source
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Franklin is in Norfolk County, Massachusetts.
Region: Massachusetts
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02038
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New Bedford soldier killed in WWII identified
A New Bedford soldier who went missing during World War II has been identified and will be buried in Massachusetts on the 82nd anniversary of his disappearance.
Nov 5, 2026Open source
Cresskill-based Elgen Staffing partners with Massachusetts firm Masis Staffing Solutions
Masis Staffing Solutions said it is partnering with Elgen Staffing, a Cresskill-based staffing firm specializing in direct-hire recruiting.
Nov 5, 2026Open source
Massachusetts 2026 ballot question results: Voters decide on record-tying 9 questions
Massachusetts voters are deciding on a record-tying nine ballot questions in this election, which could change laws covering the workings of government, tax...
Nov 5, 2026Open source
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42.0934700, -71.4057860
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