High engagement fuels strong voter turnout in Franklin County, North Quabbin region

Voter turnout in Franklin County and the North Quabbin region was unusually high in the 2026 midterms, according to figures reported by 26 municipalities. The average turnout was 65.07%, while Ashfield recorded 73% and Greenfield 54.8%. Only Orange and Athol reported participation below 50%. Local election workers described the Ashfield count as especially lengthy, finishing hours after polls closed.