Today is #NationalRuralHealthDay, and we’re celebrating the #PowerofRural and our 2024-28 Community Health Improvement Plan! youtu.be/Q-Y_0_lGXKk?si=gqDV… #NationalRuralHealthDay Visit frcog.org/chip to learn more and connect with the CHIP Network.

Franklin County municipalities were awarded over $10 million through through the Commonwealth's Community One Stop for Growth, a grant application portal for 12 programs that fund economic development projects. Read more and see all Franklin County awards: frcog.org/franklin-county-ec…

Thanks to @Jo_Comerford for the great focus at the WMass Healthcare Summit on two issues important to our region— strengthening long term care and public health nursing.

EOHHS Secretary Kate Walsh kicked off a day of great discussion today at the #WesternMassHealthcareSummit — lots of good ideas shared by Legislators, Public Health Nurses, Hospitals, DPH.

We are now hiring for a Coalition Coordinator to assist with our Western MA Health and Medical Coordinating Coalition; read more about the job and how to apply at: frcog.org/about/employment/

Is your internet fast? Reliable? Confirm your internet quality by taking a speed test today: broadband.masstech.org/bead-…

Planning Boards, join us to learn about local and watershed scale planning & the Zoning and Subdivision tools communities can use to be more climate resilient. Register and access the flyer at: frcog.org/event/land-use-pla…

The Mass Leads Act will expand of the Rural Development Fund and provide the support the Commonwealth’s rural communities need and deserve. #MassLeadsAct @MassEOED

We're excited for next week's "Busting Housing Myths in Franklin County" workshop and hope you can join us. Register for this virtual event at frcog.org/event/local-offici…

We were honored to host MA DPH Commissioner Robbie Goldstein yesterday for a conversation on rural health priorities. He was joined by Sam Wong, Dir., the Office of Local and Regional Health, and Jessica DelRosario, Dir., Division of Community Health Planning and Engagement.

We are hiring! The FRCOG seeks a charismatic, resilient, and enthusiastic individual to join our Emergency Preparedness Program as an Assistant Planner. Read more about the position at: frcog.org/job-postings/emerg…

Today, is Eid al-Fitr, the Muslim holiday that signifies the end of Ramadan, a month of fasting, prayer, and giving. Eid Mubarak to our colleagues, friends and neighbors who celebrate!

Join us on 4/10 at 5:30 for an online meeting about the Franklin County Bikeway Plan update. Interested parties in the region, please join us to learn more and provide input! View the prior plan and register at frcog.org/event/regional-bik…

Happy Easter to our colleagues, friends, and neighbors who celebrate today!

Join us on 4/10 at 5:30 for an online meeting about the Franklin County Bikeway Plan update. Interested parties in the region, please join us to learn more and provide input! View the prior plan and register at frcog.org/event/regional-bik…

Today is Holi, the Hindu Festival of Colors. Holi is a celebration of spring and new beginnings. Often, celebrants throw colorful powder called gulal. Wishing our colleagues, friends and neighbors who celebrate the holiday a colorful and joyful Holi!

So pleased to spend the morning with @MassDOT Secretary, Highway Administrator, representatives from the DOT Districts 1 and 2, and our legislative delegation, for a presentation and tour to discuss rural transportation needs.

Join us on 4/10 at 5:30 for an online meeting about the Franklin County Bikeway Plan update. Interested parties in the region, please join us to learn more and provide input! View the prior plan and register at frcog.org/event/regional-bik…

We just published our 2023 Annual Report, take a look at frcog.org/.../03/2023-Annual… (We also publish municipal reports that cite town-specific services FRCOG provided during the year. Find your town's report at at frcog.org/about/towns/.