Terrorist Attack on WGAW – Update with the Mayor – DEA Drug Takeback – MVOC’s Marchetti – WBI’s Carlberg – Fitzgerald on Energy
The WGAW Hotline Radio program on April 25, 2026 started off with an ominous story by Steve Wendell of an Urban Terrorist Attack on the radio station which took down the FM portion of the station for the better part of 3 days last week. Culprits are being sought by the FBI and the Gardner PD for a very serious Federal offense and a $20,000 reward is offered. Penalty upon conviction is 10 years in prison, 5 years Probation, $250,000 in fines, and restitution to the radio station. Gardner PD is analyzing forensic evidence found at the site.
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Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson spoke about potholes in the City with the Pothole Patrol being out this week filling potholes. The Mayor spoke on the various phases of the Rear Main Street Project with the current phase including parking and an events plaza with housing coming next. Also on housing, Nicholson went over Tiny Houses, Accessory Dwelling Units, and the City’s Surplus Property Plan. The Mayor is still out getting signatures for his bid for State Representative.
Host Steve Wendell interviewed Stephanie Marchetti – Director of the Montachusett Veterans Outreach Center – A private non-profit which has been providing support services to veterans for over 40 years. Marchetti describes the services offered to veterans. Website:
Sean Fitzgerald commented on Energy Costs in Massachusetts and why the switch to electric has caused residents money. Fitzgerald interviews residents who have had huge electric bills since switching and are not happy.
DEA Drug Takeback Day – Commentary and Report by Werner Poegel on why it is so dangerous to keep expired and unused medications. Drop off medications 24/7 at the Gardner Police station and at Walgreen’s or CVS during their operating hours.
Steve Wendell Interviewed Magnus Carlberg of the Wachusett Business Incubator. The WBI was started in 2014. Help is offered to almost any business. Website: (978) 707-9900