Franklin residents braved chilly temperatures to celebrate the season during the annual Christmas parade on Saturday. “I was very pleased with the turnout,” said Frank Davis, who organized the festivities. “I think the parade does so much for Franklin.” Davis said he was worried that most people would head to Salem to watch the Broncos win the state championship. There were 45 entries in the parade, a grand feat considering the parade almost didn’t happen this year. “Everyone was a winner,” Davis said.

Best Marching Unit: 1st Place — Southeast Community Drumline; 2nd Place — Boy Scouts Cub Scout Pack 17

Bands: 1st Place — Southampton High School Band

Church Participation: 1st Place — Oak Grove Baptist Church; 2nd Place — Diamond Grove Baptist Church

Floats: 1st Place — Franklin Redevelopment & Housing Authority Resident Council; 2nd Place — Boy Scouts Cub Pack 27 Hunterdale

Best Commercial Entry: 1st Place — Jack Jr. Towing; 2nd Place — C.K. Farms

Judges Choice: 1st Place — Southeast Community Drumline; 2nd Place – Lambda Psi Omega Chapter — AKA

Best Overall: Franklin Redevelopment and Housing Authority Resident Council