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JANUARY
First-Day Franklin Celebrations Prove What a River Can Bring to a
By Donna RhoDes
While some people rested up on New Year’s Day, watching sports, enjoying family meals, or heading out for a walk in the nice weather, some die-hard outdoor enthusiasts headed to the Win- nipesauke River, where they un- loaded their kayaks and paddled through the raging rapids for a thrilling start to the Year 2023. For many, it is a tradition.
Marking its 41st year, First Day Franklin organizers once again found whitewater paddlers from all across New England and beyond, gathering in the community for some thrills and spills in the river that is the city’s
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Webster Lake Ice Fishing Derby
By BRittany amalfi
Mark your calendars! Feb- ruary 18h and 19th mark the 44th year of the fun-filled Web- ster Lake Ice Fishing Derby! The ice fishing derby has been a staple in the Franklin commu- nity for quite some time, and it certainly provides a ton of fun for everyone involved. So let’s get ready to catch some big fish!
Brad Prunier, a member of the Webster Lake Ice Fishing Committee, tells me that they had approximately 700 partic- ipants last year. When discuss- ing the derby, Brad highlights that “the focus is making this a true kid’s event. Kids register for free, and each one receives a door prize just for showing up. Additionally, there are trophies, medallions, and cash prizes that kids receive throughout the event.” Prunier told me that his favorite part about the ice fish- ing derby was “seeing the kids, their smiles, and all the joy when they show up with their fish.”
People have a lot to look for-
Last year's Ice Fishing Derby. Photo submitted.
ward to this year for the derby! Each year, Brad informs that they award the top fish in three different species. “There is an adult and youth division, and we look for the top Pickerel, Perch, and Trout. We also have
50/50 tickets, and silent auc- tion items, and each year, we have three items for a raffle.” And folks don’t want to miss this year’s raffle! “This year, we are raffling off a portable bob house package (with a bat-
tery-powered auger, a heater, and a chair), a stocked freezer full of meat, and a fishing kayak. Each prize is valued at about $1000, and we also have
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