Franklin Police Department

10/21/2026

CONGRATULATIONS, SERGEANT RICCI!

The Franklin Police Department is proud to congratulate Dave Ricci on his promotion to Sergeant!

Sgt. Ricci joined the Franklin Police Department in 2018 after transferring from the Boston Transit Police Department. Before beginning his career in law enforcement, he served our country as a U.S. Navy Corpsman.

Throughout his service to Franklin, Sgt. Ricci has made a tremendous impact on our department. He serves as the FPD’s Veterans Liaison Officer, is one of our medical coordinators and instructors, and has been instrumental in enhancing department training.

Sgt. Ricci developed our EpiPen program, Combat Casualty Care program, and in-house CPR/First Responder training program, helping ensure our officers are better prepared to respond when seconds matter. His dedication and service to the Town of Franklin have also earned him numerous awards and recognitions.

Please join us in congratulating Sgt. Dave Ricci on this well-deserved promotion!

Town of Franklin

10/20/2026

30 is the new 40!

Heads up, Franklin! The speed limit on Chestnut Street is now 30 MPH for its entire length.

Please slow down, stay alert, and watch for pedestrians, cyclists, and other motorists.

Help us keep Franklin’s roads safe for everyone. Drive safely!

Town of Franklin
Franklin Department of Public Works

10/19/2026

🎃 The Franklin PD Halloween Party is almost here! 👻

Come get spooky with us this Saturday, October 24th from 2–5 PM at 911 Panther Way!

Expect:
🍬 Trick-or-treating through the station
🕸️ Bounce houses
🎃 Pumpkin painting
☠️Family fun + spooky decorations

Costumes encouraged. Candy guaranteed. See you there!

10/19/2026

🚔 WELCOME TO THE FRANKLIN POLICE DEPARTMENT🚔

Please join us in welcoming Officer Patrick Slason to the Franklin Police Department!

Officer Slason joins the FPD as a transfer from the New Bedford Police Department, where he served for the past year. He is a graduate of the Plymouth Police Academy and proudly served in the United States Marine Corps prior to beginning his career in law enforcement.

In addition to his military and law enforcement experience, Officer Slason holds a bachelor’s degree in business from Suffolk University and is currently pursuing a master’s degree in criminal justice.

Officer Slason is currently assigned to our Patrol Division and Field Training Program, where he will continue building on his experience while serving the Franklin community.

We are excited to welcome Officer Slason to the team and look forward to working with him!

Welcome to Franklin, Officer Slason!

10/15/2026

Have a traffic concern in your neighborhood?

Got drivers treating your neighborhood like the Mass Pike? Stop signs that seem to be more of a suggestion? Speed limits that apparently nobody got the memo about?

The Franklin Police Department accepts requests for radar enforcement and targeted traffic enforcement to help address traffic concerns throughout town.

📍 Think your street could use a little extra attention? Let us know!

👉 Submit a Safety Division Service Request here:
https://franklinma.gov/FormCenter/Police-Safety-Division-7/Safety-Division-Service-Request-48

Town of Franklin

10/07/2026

Make sure to stop by the Children’s Museum of Franklin until 2pm for Community Heroes Day!

Franklin Fire Department

10/05/2026

Scheduled Roadwork This Week!

Planned roadwork in the area of Pleasant St. and Hillside Rd. on Wednesday 10/7 and Thursday 10/8.

Traffic traveling out of Town will be detoured via Queen St. to Crescent St. to Hillside Rd. to Dean Ave. (follow signs).

Traffic travelling into Town will experience a lane shift at Pleasant st. and Hillside rd. plan for slowed traffic and possible delays.

Please seek an alternate route if possible.

Town of Franklin
Franklin Police Department

10/05/2026

Join us this Wednesday at the Children’s Museum of Franklin !

THIS Wednesday, Oct 7, we’re celebrating the people who help keep our community safe — and museum admission is FREE all day!

🚒 Community Heroes Day — Wednesday, October 7, 9 am–2 pm

Join us for a special day of play, exploration and community connection.

🚓 Touch-a-Truck with Franklin Police & Fire Franklin Police Franklin Fire Department
🦺 Hands-on safety programming
🎟️ FREE museum admission all day

Community Heroes Day is made possible with support from Dean Bank

09/25/2026

Batten down the hatches, secure those patio umbrellas, and get your rain galoshes ready!

A significant storm is expected to move through the area this weekend, bringing heavy rain and strong winds. With those conditions comes the potential for downed trees, wires, and power outages.

⚡ Power outage? Please report outages directly to National Grid.

🌳 Downed tree or wires? Please contact the Franklin Police or Franklin Fire Department using the non-emergency numbers listed below. Never approach or touch a downed wire.

🚨 For emergencies, always call 911.

As always, please stay safe, avoid unnecessary travel if conditions worsen, and give us a call if you need us.

…at least it’s not snow!

Town of Franklin

09/24/2026

Due to the impending inclement weather and the forecast for heavy rain, we have made the difficult decision to cancel the 24th Annual Harvest Fest on Saturday and its subsequent rain date scheduled for Sunday.

We are so disappointed that we won’t be able to celebrate with our community this year, but the safety and enjoyment of our attendees, vendors, volunteers, and performers must come first.

Thank you to everyone who worked so hard to make this event happen, and to our community for your continued support. ❤️