Franklin (MA) Matters

This session of the radio show shares the audio of the Town of Franklin Memorial Day ceremony held on the Town Common at the end of the parade on Monday, May 27, 2024. The day was overcast and threatening precipitation, with a gentle breeze. Veterans Service Officer Shannon Nisbett is the master of ceremonies and introduces each speaker, and walks us through the program. Welcome = Shannon Nisbett, Director of Veterans' ServicesRaising of the Colors = Joe Collins, Marine Corps VeteranPledge of Allegiance = Pat Doyle, Marine Corps VeteranNational Anthem = Franklin High School BandInvocation = The Rev Kathy McAdams, St. John's Episcopal ChurchSpeaker = Jeffrey Roy, State RepresentativeSpeaker = Rose Turco, Veterans' Advocate and Franklin Educator, 2024 Parade MarshalProclamation = John Milot, Commander, American Legion Post 75 Remarks = Shannon Nisbett, Director of Veterans' ServicesPlacing of Wreaths = Franklin Girl Scouts and VFW Post 3402Reading the Honor Roll = John Milot, Commander, Amer