Franklin Fire Department

10/26/2026

We are offering a free class on choking emergencies. Sign up is required.

This hands-on, one-hour educational class will teach participants how to recognize choking emergencies in adults, children, and infants, including how to perform back blows and abdominal/chest thrusts. No certification is provided.

Class Details:

Date: Wednesday, November 18, 2026

Time: 4:00–5:30 PM

Location: EOC Classroom, Franklin Fire Headquarters, 40 West Central Street, Franklin, MA

Sign-Up: https://tinyurl.com/ChokingClass

10/19/2026

Congratulations to Firefighter/Paramedic Johnna Moitoso who graduated from the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy Class today!

Town of Franklin
Massachusetts Department of Fire Services

10/14/2026

10/10/2026

We are hosting a free Stop The Bleed class on October 21st. See the flyer below. Sign up is required.

👉 Sign up link: https://tinyurl.com/ClassSTB

Town of Franklin

10/10/2026

Franklin Rescue 1 is in Braintree as part of a Norfolk County Technical Rescue Team Activation for a tractor trailer unit into a building. Four members of the department are working at this incident.

Town of Franklin
Norfolk County Technical Rescue Team

10/08/2026

Use the cord and charger that came with your device or ones approved by the manufacturer. Using the wrong charger can damage the battery and increase the risk of fire.

For more info: fpw.org.



Town of Franklin

10/05/2026

The Franklin Fire Department is teaming up with NFPA to promote this year’s Fire Prevention Week™, October 4 -10, Charge into Fire Safety™: Safe Charging Is a Superpower. Help us spread the word that everyday actions can help prevent lithium-ion battery fires. Use your charging superpower by making smart choices every time you plug in. For more info: fpw.org.



Town of Franklin

10/01/2026

🎉 Senior Expo ’26 is THIS FRIDAY! 🎉

Join us at the Franklin Senior Center on Friday, October 2 from 10AM–1PM for a FREE community event!

Come spend the day with us and explore:

⭐ 40 local organizations, businesses & community resources
🎟️ Tons of raffle prizes — visit vendors, collect stamps and earn more chances to win!
☕ Free coffee
🍿 Free popcorn
🍪 Refreshments throughout the day
💉 Vaccination Clinic
🎶 Live entertainment
🏆 Stella Jeon Silver Spirit Award presented at 12:30PM

Whether you’re looking for helpful resources, want to connect with local organizations, or just want to come out and enjoy the day, there’s something for everyone!

🐾 And you never know which of our furry police friends might stop by to say hello!

🚐 Additional parking will be available at St. Mary’s Church School, 201 Main Street, with our Senior Center van shuttling attendees back and forth throughout the Expo.

📍 Franklin Senior Center
📅 Friday, October 2
⏰ 10AM–1PM
💲 FREE & open to the community!

👀 Want to see all 40 vendors who will be there? Check out the full list and Expo information here:
https://www.franklinma.gov/1407/Senior-Expo-2026

Grab a friend and come see us Friday! 🎉

09/25/2026