A limited number of interview slots are available on Hotline Radio each week. Please contact Host Steve Wendell at (978) 632-1340 or email SteveWendell@wgaw1340.com. Wendell also tells us that the station provides slots for FREE Public Service Announcements to promote community organizations.
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On Hotline Radio, Saturday, February 10, 2024, host Steve Wendell spoke with Council President Elizabeth Kazinskas. She spoke about the Ribbon Cutting in Downtown Gardner at 42-52 Parker Street. She noted that Mass Ave Rentals was the company which had renovated the Goodnow Pearson Building years ago. Regarding other projects, “there just so much coming on the horizon…it’s really nice to see so much completion….if you build it, they will come.” Kazinskas confirmed that Brad Heglin will be offered the seat vacated by the death of Ronald F. Cormier as Heglin was the next highest vote getter for Councilor at Large in the last election. If he accepts, Heglin could be sworn in as early as the next meeting.
State Senator Peter Durant spoke regarding the State budget. “Revenues are falling short by a significant amount, doesn’t look good for the upcoming budget.” He also spoke about an issue regarding EBT cards because individuals can withdraw cash and use the funds to buy liquor and cigarettes instead of food for the family. Durant believes that the U.S. is heading towards a recession.
During a segment on the U.S, Border crisis, Gardner Magazine Publisher Werner Poegel commented on solutions for the Border Crisis, listen on any device, CLICK HERE.
Host Steve Wendell commented that we did have a period in our history where immigration was halted for a time so that the nation could adjust to existing new citizens.
Hotline Radio also covered topics regarding Joe Biden this week, Security at the Super Bowl, and the wild weather in California.
Fitchburg Mayor Sam Squailia appeared on the program and spoke about wells. PFAS contamination is a concern in many communities, but not in Fitchburg. Another publication had to issue a retraction. Recently, the Board of Health in the town Westminster lifted the moratorium on new wells. Regarding the proposed Anaerobic Digestion Plant: Cost is estimated to be about $270 million and is still in the discussion stage. The Mayor stated she would like to collaborate with the City of Gardner to help Gardner reduce costs.