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Holiday Spotlight - A Community Christmas Holiday Spotlight The Gardner PD recognized two young men (shown in photo collage) who once again raised money to help others: “…A huge shout-out to two incredible young men who, for the third year in a row, raised money and purchased essential items for the homeless andContinue Reading
Bike Donations - Organizations in Gardner will benefit from over two dozen bicycles donated by E.L. Harvey & Sons. E.L. Harvey has posted about their employees putting together bikes to “brighten Christmas for kids in our community…Huge shoutout to our employees..” E.L. Harvey is the waste hauler for Gardner Massachusetts residents and hasContinue Reading
Step Construction - Advisory Regarding Access to Gardner City Hall During Step Construction The City of Gardner advised: “The front entrance to City Hall will be closed for the next few weeks while construction occurs to refurbish the steps. During this time, all other entrances to City Hall will be open to theContinue Reading
Public Safety 12-11-25 - The sound you hear during the Public Safety meeting is the ongoing work being done at the front Portico of City Hall. We have an extensive infographic below. Department Updates: Fire, Police, and Health During Public Safety Committee Meeting. The Gardner Public Safety Committee met on December 11, 2025. ChiefContinue Reading
Finance 12-10-25 - The extensive infographic below illustrates the key decisions from the Finance Committee meeting of December 10th. Municipal Finance Actions Focus of December Finance Committee Meeting. The Gardner City Council Finance Committee meeting held on December 10, 2025 concerned a vote to approve a transfer of funds to contract with anContinue Reading
Planning 12-9-25 - Planning Board Focuses on Various Sites During Meeting City of Gardner Planning Board meeting on December 9, 2025, detailed several important municipal topics. Key agenda items included addressing a withdrawn site plan application for a Mount Wachusett Community College project, which was withdrawn after modifications lowered the required number ofContinue Reading
Maki Park ADA Compliance - This Gardner Magazine Report concerns the Maki Park Project. It is intended to provide a factually accurate basis for discussion and evaluation. The Gardner City Council will decide at its next meeting whether Maki Park has been completed to its satisfaction. The Question of Maki Park Accessibility and ADA ComplianceContinue Reading
TEAM Recognition - TEAM Excellence and Merit Award Given to Local First Responders for Frozen Lake Rescue Worcester County District Attorney Joseph D Early Jr. has recognized first responders who swift and coordinated actions led to the successful rescue of two adults who fell through the ice on Queen Lake earlier this year.Continue Reading
Wreaths Across America 2025 - Wreaths Across America Event in Winchendon Wreaths Across America will be at the Massachusetts Veterans’ Memorial Cemetery in Winchendon on Friday, December 12, 2025 at 9am. However, there is NO PARKING at the cemetery location. People are encouraged to park at the American Legion Post 295 School Street, Winchendon whereContinue Reading
Conservation 12-8-25 - Conservation Commission Meets on Several Development Projects and Ongoing Issues Our infographic focuses on projects at 677 Timpany Bouelvard involving the proposal by Walmart to construct a Walmart fuel station and convenience store and 827 Green Street regarding a new building and parking. Listen to the entire meeting on anyContinue Reading
Hazard Meeting - Director Jason Stevens Holds Virtual Meeting with Planners from Weston and Sampson regarding Hazard Mitigation. The QR code in our graphic can be accessed if you wish to participate in a survey to provide input before a final Hazard Mitigation Plan is presented to the Gardner City Council. The infographicContinue Reading
Shumsky Sworn In - Think you would be great at this job? Here’s your chance. The Worcester County Sheriff’s Office is now accepting applications for its 65th Basic Recruit Training Academy, beginning in Spring 2026. More information is available at this link, CLICK HERE Winchendon Man Sworn in as Correctional Officer for Worcester County.Continue Reading
Code Red Update 12-9-25 - Some Gardner Residents Will Need to Re-register for the codeRed Alert system The new codeRed system is up and running with most telephone numbers migrated over to the new system now utilizing the onsolve platform. However, the City of Gardner informs residents that: “The New codeRED system is up andContinue Reading
Kindness – Anne Hurst - Anne Hurst Reflects on the Necessity of Common Courtesy and Kindness During comments at the December 8th School Committee meeting, member Anne Hurst focused on the importance of kindness and appreciation in everyday interactions. Hurst recounted a personal anecdote where a store employee was rudely dismissed by a customer afterContinue Reading
School Committee 12-8-25 - Gardner MA School Committee Holds Last Meeting of 2025 The Gardner School Committee Meeting on December 8, 2025 opened with recognitions for 53 recipients of the John and Abigail Adams Scholarship and the acceptance of a $2,500 donation from Yen Yen Restaurant for school food programs. Subcommittee reports were heardContinue Reading
FREE Wrapping - Got the Gifts but not the Wrap? – Here’s How to Wrap for FREE! The Levi Heywood Memorial Library has opened its FREE Wrapping Station which is available during regular library hours. The library posted: “The Library’s Wrapping Station is OPEN! Now through December 23, stop by during regular libraryContinue Reading
Holiday Cheer at Heywood - Heywood Employees and Community Members Spread Some Holiday Cheer Heywood Healthcare CEO Roxanna Penney, Santa Clause from the North Pole, employees of Heywood Hospital, and community members celebrated a bit of Holiday Cheer on December 7, 2025 in the front lobby of Heywood Hospital in Gardner. The hospital posted: “HolidayContinue Reading
Coat Distribution 2025 - Alyssa’s Place Members Among Recipients of Worcester County Sheriff’s Annual Winter Coat Distribution From the Sheriff’s Office: “Worcester County Sheriff Lew Evangelidis and staff from the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office visited Gardner CAC, Alyssa’s Place, Restoration Recovery, Community Health Connections, Leominster Police Department, Leominster Women’s Recovery Center, Spanish American Center,Continue Reading
Song of the Season – Original Song - Gardner Magazine Releases an original Christmas song “Song of the Season” This original Christmas song is a creative Male-Female Duet with a traditional theme. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. From the song: (Complete Lyrics below) “This is the song of the season, Christmas Time is here, The Birth ofContinue Reading
Hotline 12-6-25 - Holidays – Events – Spirit of Giving – AI, Topics of Hotline Radio Show of December 6, 2025 Listen to the entire show on any device, CLICK PLAY Highlights of the program included: Michael Nicholson – Topics: Caroling with the Mayor on December 22nd 4-5pm, 5-7pm FREE Carriage Rides —Continue Reading
Heywood Healthcare 12-6-25 - Athol Hospital of Heywood Healthcare Recognized for Excellence by Chartis Center Athol Hospital has been recognized by the Chartis Center for Rural Health for Performance Leadership. Of the 100 hospitals on the list for 2025, CLICK HERE, Athol Memorial Hospital is the only hospital in Massachusetts on the Performance LeadershipContinue Reading
This Week 12-5-25 - This Week’s Edition of our Weekly News Magazine “This Week in the Chair City” for Friday, December 5, 2025 Listen to “This Week in the Chair City” on any device. CLICK PLAY. In this week’s Edition: Gardner Municipal Airport Partnership with Aeromodeling Club – Original Song: Chill Out – GardnerContinue Reading
GHS – Pathways to Success - Gardner Public Schools Offering Multiple Pathways to Success A student at Gardner High School might be interested in going to college or might be interested in a trade. Either option is available. With arrangements made with Mount Wachusett Community College, students take college courses while still in high school. AContinue Reading
Airport 12-3-25 - Essential Updates and a New Club Takes Flight at Gardner Municipal Airport Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. At the Airport Commission meeting of December 3, 2025, the group heard essential updates regarding the airport’s infrastructure and introduced a proposal for a new aviation club. AnContinue Reading
Chill Out – original song - Some Lyrics from the Song Shake the stress which ruins your day,Have more fun and do more play,Take the time to push worries away,Shake the stress which ruins your day.Embrace the calm which comes your way,To Shake the stress which ruins your day…(ruins your day) Without a doubtIt’s time toContinue Reading
Look Towards Spring - A Look Towards Spring – Gardner Parks, Recreation, Open Space, and Athletics With a taste of winter just received, we thought a look towards Spring was in order. The City of Gardner is unique in that it combines the features of a small City with the amenities of a ruralContinue Reading
Auditor Search 12-1-25 - How Gardner is Hiring Its Next Auditor Listen to the short meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Auditor Search Committee convened to address the requirements for the vacant City Auditor position. The committee’s main purpose was to approve the final draft of the City Auditor job description after previousContinue Reading
Council 12-1-25 - City Council Addresses Critical Legislative, Administrative, and Infrastructure Matters Complete Agenda and packet, CLICK HERE. Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. Public hearings were held to advance two related National Grid utility projects, installing underground conduits and transformers as part of the broader Rear Main StreetContinue Reading
Public Safety 12-1-25 - Public Safety Committee Addresses Winter Parking Ban Procedures. Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Gardner Public Safety Committee primarily focused on a public hearing to discuss amendments to the city’s winter parking ban procedures. City officials were reviewing the ineffectiveness of the current Code Red alertContinue Reading
Council on Aging 12-1-25 - Council on Aging Reviews Community Impact plus Financial and Operational Health The Gardner Council on Aging met on December 1, 2025. Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The December 1, 2025, Gardner Council on Aging Board Meeting, detailed both the administrative status of the Senior Center andContinue Reading
Code Red Update - City of Gardner Update on Code Red – Asks for Patience on Multiple Calls The City of Gardner posted: “Due to a nation wide breach in the old CodeRed system, a new system has been installed, however while the contacts for our area are uploaded there may be several callsContinue Reading
Road Closed 12-2-25 - Road Closed from Hannaford to Police Station From the Gardner Fire Department on December 2, 2025: “Be advised that Main St is closed from Hannafords to the Gardner police station due to wires down across the road. It will be closed until tomorrow. Please find an alternative route.” Update fromContinue Reading
Snow Day – Original Song - Gardner Magazine Releases a FUN Song for Snow Day called “Snow Day” Listen to the fun and funky original song “Snow Day” on any device, CLICK PLAY. From the song: “The winter breeze is blowing, Spreading flakes of white, Right now it’s snowing,It’s really quite a sight. …. Snow Day,Continue Reading
Parking Ban Dec 2nd - School Closings: Greater Gardner MA Schools Closed on Tuesday, December 2, 2025 include: Ashburnham-Westminster Regional Schools, Athol-Royalston Regional School District, Gardner Public Schools, Narragansett Regional School District, Quabbin Reginal School District, Winchendon Public Schools. Predicted Weather Results in Gardner On-Street Parking Ban This is the announcement from the City ofContinue Reading
Officer Smith Retires - Officer Smith Honored on Retirement – Ceremonial Last Radio Call Officer John Smith has retired from the Gardner Police Department. Shown is Officer Smith with his last radio call. AUDIO below is of the call. Gardner PD stated: “Congratulations on your retirement, Officer John smith. Today we celebrate Officer JohnContinue Reading
CDBG November 2025 - Gardner CAC, MVOC, and Pool Pavilion Project to Benefit from Reallocated CDBG Funds At its November meeting, the Gardner Community Development Block Grant Steering Committee met regarding the transfer of $158k in unused funds from completed demolition and improvement projects to the Gardner Community Action Committee and the Massachusetts VeteransContinue Reading
Redevelopment Authority – Nov 2025 - Administrative and Construction Updates Topic of Gardner Redevelopment Authority November meeting Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. A significant step forward was announced for the Rear Main Project North, which finally received approval from National Grid, allowing the contractor to complete subsurface electrical work and maintainContinue Reading
Parking Ban Changes - Gardner Magazine has all the Parking Ban related documents here from the City Council packet, CLICK HERE. If you’d like to look at the full packet, CLICK HERE. The graphic above is intended to illustrate the issue. The Chair Man and the Chair Lady also discuss the issue in aContinue Reading
Tree Lighting Update - Update November 30, 2025: Square Two has canceled the Holiday Stroll and Tree Lighting today in Gardner MA due to the predicted inclement weather. Other outdoor events in the Greater Gardner may also be affected.Continue Reading
Templeton Nov 2025 - Our article goes over happenings in Templeton MA in November 2025 based on 4 different weekly reports presented here on pdf for your reference: November 6th, November 14th, November 20th, and November 27th. Town of Templeton official website, CLICK HERE. What’s Been Happening In Templeton MA – An Overview andContinue Reading
Zip Code Fight - Zip Code Fight – The Case for a Phillipston Zip Code Gardner Magazine has a “Deep Dive” discussing and explaining the efforts of Phillipston, Massachusetts officials to secure a unique U.S. Postal Service Zip code for the town. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY Currently, Phillipston shares the 01331 codeContinue Reading
Hotline 11-29-25 - Government, Holidays, Social Media, and Heywood Hospital Subject of Hotline Radio Show of Saturday November 29, 2025 Listen to the entire show on any device, CLICK PLAY. Here’s what in the jam-packed show: First up on Hotline Radio: Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson – Small Business Saturday – The Mayor emphasizedContinue Reading
Mayor’s November Update - Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson provides a City of Gardner update and also features a special guest: Dr. Frank Sweeney of Heywood Hospital. A November Mayor’s Update with a Very Special Guest Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson provides an update covering end of November and December events for the City of Gardner.Continue Reading
Planning 11-25-25 - Planning Board Holds 2 Minute Meeting and Gets the Job Done The Gardner Planning Board held a 2 minute meeting on November 25, 2025. Listen to the exciting meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The meeting focused on reviewing a proposed change to the city’s zoning ordinances concerning Accessory DwellingContinue Reading
This Week 11-28-25 - This Week’s Edition of our Weekly News Magazine “This Week in the Chair City” for Friday, November 28, 2025 Listen to “This Week in the Chair City” on any device. CLICK PLAY. In this week’s Edition: GAAMHA Christmas Tree Lot – Finance Committee Nitty Gritty – Public Service – AuditorContinue Reading
GAAMHA Trees 2025 - GAAMHA Says “Buying a Tree Saves a Goat” as Christmas Tree Lot opens for season Our graphic shows the Christmas Tree lot in 2024 and a posting advertising the lot opening on Friday November 28, 2025. Hours are 11am to 8pm and the location is 827 Green Street (Route 140)Continue Reading
Christmas Garden – original song - Gardner Magazine Releases original Christmas song “Christmas Garden” Listen to this original Christmas song on any device, CLICK PLAY. From the song: “The heart draws closer to the world He wove, The Christmas Garden fertilized with Love. The mind knows God’s voice is the joyful sound. As the spirit growsContinue Reading
Light the Tree – original song - Gardner Magazine releases original Christmas song: “Light the Tree” Listen to the original song about a Tree Lighting on any device, CLICK PLAY. From the song: “A majestic tower of greenery, adds to much to the scenery, and when it’s lit with lights aglow, the joy of all is sureContinue Reading
Finance 11-25-25 - Financial Orders, Municipal Discussions, and Complex Legal Considerations Focus of Finance Committee Meeting The Gardner Finance Committee met on November 25, 2025. 197 page packet, CLICK HERE. Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. Key orders recommended for approval by the full City Council included the appropriationContinue Reading
Public Service 11-25-25 - A number of updates highlight Gardner Public Service Committee Meeting The Gardner Public Service Committee met on November 25, 2025. Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Committee heard from City Engineer Rob Oliva, Conservation Agent Justin Enright, and DPW Director Dane Arnold. Key discussions revolveContinue Reading
City Auditor Search - Auditor Search Committee meets following John Richard’s Resignation As John Richard resigned from the position as City Auditor for the City of Gardner, a special search committee was formed. Listen to their first meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Special Search Committee meeting for the Gardner City Auditor wasContinue Reading
Conservation 11-24-25 - Environmental Challenges and Modernization Topics at Conservation Commission Listen to the entire meeting of November 24, 2025 on any device, CLICK PLAY. Discussions revolved around several environmental and administrative issues. Key points include a citizen’s request to keep an enforcement order open and continue monitoring the Gardner Sludge Landfill, citingContinue Reading
BOH 11-24-25 - Gardner Board of Health Addresses Various Municipal and Departmental Concerns At the Gardner Board of Health meeting of November 24, 2025, the 5 members discussed various immediate concerns. Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. Key discussions include a detailed report on the Health Department’s operational status,Continue Reading
Winchendon Special Dec 1st Town Meeting - Winchendon Calls Special Town Meeting for December 1st The Town of Winchendon Special Town Meeting to consider 2 articles will be held Monday, December 1, 2025 at 7pm (Doors open at 6pm) Location is Murdock High School Gymnasium, 3 Memorial Drive, Winchendon. Article 1 proposes the adoption of a localContinue Reading
Gardner Holiday Guide - Gardner MA Holiday Events Guide A Gardner Holiday Events Guide This is a guide to Holiday Events of note in Gardner MA. Day/Date/Time Description Wednesday, November 26th – City Hall closes at noon Thanksgiving Eve – Last minute grocery shopping Thursday, November 27th – City Hall closed. Transfer station closed.Continue Reading
Winter 25-26 Outlook - Winter Weather Outlook for Greater Gardner MA What will the winter look like from now through the end of February in Greater Gardner MA? The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration put out its Winter Outlook. View complete report on PDF, CLICK HERE. This year the weather pattern is affected byContinue Reading
Thanksgiving Holiday - – Gardner Magazine Explores in Detail the History of the Thanksgiving Holiday What is religious or was it secular? Did a feast involving the Pilgrims and Native Americans actually take place? The answer is complicated and deserves a telling of the whole story. Gardner Magazine has an exclusive report withContinue Reading
Civics – A Report - A Comprehensive Gardner Magazine Report on Civics in Massachusetts and American Schools Gardner Magazine has undertaken this comprehensive set of “Deep Dives”, infographics, and provided materials to encourage a more rigorous and comprehensive Civics Curriculum in Greater Gardner MA. Generation Citizen says: “Quality Civic education is essential for an inclusiveContinue Reading
Hotline 11-22-25 - WGAW Hotline Radio Show of Saturday, November 22, 2025 Listen to the entire program on any device, CLICK PLAY. First up was Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson who gave updates and discussed the following topics: Snow Removal Readiness – Code Red Update – Gardner 911 System – Cybersecurity and Director O’Keefe’sContinue Reading
Development 11-21-25 - The Maki Park Project is anticipated to be formally closed out at the 2nd City Council meeting of December. Maki Park Subject of Economic Development Committee Meeting The Gardner Economic and Community Development Committee met on November 21, 2025. Listen to the complete meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. DirectorContinue Reading
This Week 11-21-25 - This Week’s Edition of our Weekly News Magazine “This Week in the Chair City” for Friday, November 21, 2025 Listen to “This Week in the Chair City” on any device. CLICK PLAY. In this week’s edition: Christmas Song — Road Safety Grant – Leapfrog – ZBA – Public Welfare withContinue Reading
I Saw a Snowflake - Gardner Magazine Releases an original Christmas Song: “I Saw a Snowflake” Have you ever looked at a single snowflake and realized just how beautiful it is and how much of God’s work went in to it? The original song “I Saw a Snowflake” explores this example of intelligent design. ListenContinue Reading
Road Safety Grant - Road Safety Grant Awarded to City of Gardner for a Variety of Initiatives Gardner has been awarded just under $31K through the Municipal Road Safety Grant Program for the purpose of enhancing traffic and road safety initiatives throughout the City of Gardner. Included are road safety patrols, bicycle helmets andContinue Reading
Westminster December 2025 - Westminster Events and Community Information for December 2025 The December edition of the Westminster South Street Sentinel focuses heavily on holiday events and community information. CLICK HERE for PDF. Included is the Tree Lighting celebration. Lions Club Christmas Tree sales, and concerts, plus updates from different town departments. For detailedContinue Reading
Public Logic Launch - Nate Boudreau posted: “Go-live day. We built this in the shadows—thank you to everyone who tested, edited, and nudged it forward. PublicLogic grew from many town hall desks: when the structure is steady, small teams can breathe easier. Proud to go live with Dr. Allison Weiss Rothschild leading PublicInsight (people-firstContinue Reading
Editorial – Leapfrog - Gardner Magazine Calls Out Leapfrog for Shocking Bad Practice – We give Leapfrog a Big Fat F Imagine this: You choose not to participate in a survey so the survey provider decides to just give you a bad grade. Not because they have any evidence. Not because they have anyContinue Reading
ZBA 11-18-25 - ZBA Holds Meeting on Various Land-Use Applications Listen to the Zoning Board of Appeals meeting of November 18, 2025 on any device, CLICK PLAY. 1. An initial request from NH Signs for a sign requirement release for 4 Oak Street was withdrawn without prejudice. 2. The Board took up theContinue Reading
Public Welfare 11-18-25 - Public Welfare Committee Hears about Gardner Recreation from Dan Forte and about the Gardner Airport from Isabelle Davis The Gardner Public Welfare Committee met on November 18, 2025 with Councilors Judy Mack, David Thibeault-Munoz, and Dana Heath assembled to hear updates. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. Recreation Director DanContinue Reading
Code Red Incident - City of Gardner Informs Public Regarding Code Red Cybersecurity Incident The City of Gardner released this statement: “Code Red system had a cybersecurity incident that was contained to but damaged the OnSolve CodeRED environment. In an abundance of caution, they have decommissioned the CodeRed platform and have expedited a planContinue Reading
Templeton Town Meeting 11-12-25 - A report on the Templeton MA Special Town Meeting Held on November 12, 2025 This article has been updated on 11-19-25 to reflect the amended town meeting article which reduced the roof article by $2 million from the original $12.9 million figure. The Templeton Town Meeting approved $10,864.548 for roofContinue Reading
America’s First News - Why Gardner’s First Morning Newscast is a Big DEAL Gordon Deal headlines the WGAW “America’s First News” every weekday morning at 5am and Saturday mornings at 6am. The show stands out and is an essential listen each day for thousands in the region on AM 1340, 98.1 FM, and streaming.Continue Reading
East Wing Gallery - More about the East Wing Gallery at Mount Wachusett Community Collage and more of the artists’ statements can be read in detail on this webpage, CLICK HERE. East Wing Gallery at MWCC showcases Art of Megan Marden and Amanda Millis Mount Wachusett Community College is showcasing recent works of MeganContinue Reading
City Council 11-17-25 - View the entire agenda and packet on pdf, CLICK HERE. Gardner MA City Council Met on November 17, 2025 Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Housing Ordinance passed. Request to utilize just over 200 grand for road paving was approved. Gardner Mayor Nicholson gave aContinue Reading
Rockwell Committee - Rockwell Meeting Held – Applications opening December 1st Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Gardner William Rockwell Educational Gift Fund Committee meeting was held on November 17, 2025. Attendees reviewed the status of outstanding grants, noting that the vast majority of allocated funds had beenContinue Reading
Ad Hoc 11-17-25 - Gardner Ad Hoc Committee sends recommendations to City Council Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Gardner Ad Hoc Compensation Proposal Committee met on November 17, 2025. Gardner Mayor Nicholson chaired the meeting which reviewed the comprehensive packet distributed to members including a list of positionsContinue Reading
Golf Commission 11-17-25 - Gardner Golf Commission Approves Proposed 2026 Rates But Leaves Cart Fees Alone Listen to the Golf Commission meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Gardner Golf Commission met on November 17, 2025 and discussed setting the golf course rates for 2026, particularly noting that cart fees were already higher thanContinue Reading
Focus on Gardner’s Future - A very positive interview about Gardner’s Future. We cover many areas. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. Focus on Gardner’s Future – Interview with Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson On November 17, 2025, Gardner Magazine spoke with Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson in a very positive interview “Focus on Gardner’s Future” ListenContinue Reading
WGAW Weekdays - Massachusetts Native Headlines Noon Hour on WGAW Radio The Grace Curley Show airs from noon to 2pm on Gardner MA WGAW, heard on AM 1340, 98.1 FM, and streamed worldwide. Shown in the graphic is the complete weekday program schedule. For more information including the Saturday, Sunday, and special programContinue Reading
Pearl Street Paving Update - Weather Delays Completion of Pearl Street Paving Here is the alert issued by the City of Gardner: “Pearl Street Paving Work To Be Completed on Mon. Nov. 17th. Please be advised that due to the unexpected weather, crews got a late start and were unable to finish Pearl St. paving.Continue Reading
Lost My Elbow – original song - Gardner Magazine Releases an original song, the very goofy and silly “Lost My Elbow” Listen to the original fun song “Lost My Elbow” in Country, Pop, and Barbershop versions. From the song: “I lost, I lost, I lost my elbow,Can’t find it, where did it go? – I lost, IContinue Reading
Inside Council 11-17-25 - The Gardner Tax Rate has been set at $13.77. Image shows the math approved by the State of MA. CLICK Image for larger view. DEEP DIVE – Upcoming City Council Meeting of November 17, 2025 Gardner Magazine has prepared a “Deep Dive” with hosts the Chair Man and the ChairContinue Reading
Hotline 11-15-25 - THANKSGIVING Turkey Trot with Candy Graves and Winter Preparation with Gardner Civil Defense Director Paul Topolski on WGAW Hotline Radio of November 15, 2025 Listen to the entire show on any device, CLICK PLAY. The WGAW Hotline Radio Show of November 15th featured an ABC Report on the Government ShutdownContinue Reading
This Week 11-14-25 - This Week’s Edition of our Weekly News Magazine “This Week in the Chair City” for Friday, November 14, 2025 Listen to “This Week in the Chair City” on any device. CLICK PLAY. In this week’s edition: AUDIO Snafu – Festival of Trees Opens – Pearl Street Paving – Heywood HealthcareContinue Reading
AUDIO Snafu - Publisher’s Note: Gardner Magazine utilizes the City of Gardner YouTube videos to generate the AUDIO we provide in articles. Usually our editing only involves cutting out blank AUDIO at the beginning of meetings or when there’s a recess. The meetings recorded by Gardner Educational TV do have consistently better AUDIO.Continue Reading
Festival of Trees Opens - Festival of Trees Opens Gardner Museum 2025 Festival of Trees runs through December 6th. The Festival of Trees features beautiful displays of Christmas Trees, fabulous holiday displays, and such items as gift baskets. Admission to the Festival of Trees is $3 or FREE for members or FREE if you buyContinue Reading
Pearl Street Paving - It’s Pearl Street Paving Time! – Saturday November 15, 2025 in Gardner MA Preparations have been made. And now the long awaited paving date is here. Pearl Street in Gardner will be paved on Saturday November 15th. It has been a difficult project due to the road’s proximity to theContinue Reading
Behavioral Health Success - Heywood Healthcare Demonstrates Success in School-Based Telebehavioral Health We have the complete Fiscal Year 2025 School- Based Telebehavioral Report for your review, see pdf, CLICK HERE, Gardner Magazine also prepared a “Deep Dive” podcast with the Chair Man and the Chair Lady explaining it all. Listen on any device, CLICKContinue Reading
Public Housing Upgrades - Weatherization and Heating Efficiency Upgrades made at public housing authorities – What it means for Gardner and the region. Massachusetts oversees about 43,000 units of state-funded public housing. The finalized contracts, executed with local housing authorities across the state, will help make those homes warmer, healthier and more energy-efficient forContinue Reading
Conservation 11-10-25 - Conservation Commission Reviews Wetlands Protection Act Compliance for Various Local Projects The Gardner Conservation Commission met on November 10, 2025. Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Commission held several public hearings and administrative updates. The primary focus of the meeting is the review of WetlandsContinue Reading
Greater Gardner Asphalt - The Science of Asphalt and its Greater Gardner Impact – a Gardner Magazine Report Road paving in Greater Gardner is often a source of considerable discussion because the citizenry would like roads paved in a more timely manner. However, at $1 million per mile, road paving is expensive. In theContinue Reading
Veterans Day 2025 - Gardner Veterans Day Ceremony A Veterans Day Ceremony was held on November 11, 2025 at 11am in Perry Auditorium at Gardner City Hall. Listen to the ceremony on any device, CLICK PLAY. Steve Wendell served as MC and Keynote Speaker as State Representative Jonathan Zlotnik and MVOC Director Stephanie MarchettiContinue Reading
Hurst – Swartz on Election - Just under 25% of registered voters cast ballots in the recent Gardner Municipal Election. Here is a pdf of the unofficial results from the City Clerk’s office, CLICK HERE. Anne Hurst and Robert Swartz Speak Out About Election Listen to their comments on any device, CLICK PLAY. School Committee MemberContinue Reading
School Committee 11-10-25 - Gardner School Committee Honors High School Nurses, Votes to Dispose of Surplus Kitchen Equipment, and Discusses MCAS Scores At the meeting of November 10, 2025, Gardner Superintendent of Schools Mark Pellegrino recognized two high school nurses for their life-saving response during an emergency. In October, Bethany Harunkiewicz, RN and BenContinue Reading
Ecumenical Thanksgiving - Events: Ecumenical Thanksgiving Service: Sunday, November 23, 2025 at 2pm. and Alphabet Christmas: Sunday, November 30th at 10am. Also listen to our “Deep Dive” podcast reflecting on the wisdom explored in the newsletter and outlining the various events at the church. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. “Just as IContinue Reading
Hazard Mitigation 2025 - Complete a short online survey, CLICK HERE for link. City of Gardner Seeking Public Input on Hazard Mitigation The City of Gardner is updating its Hazard Mitigation Plan, a key document that helps the City prepare for and reduce the impacts of natural disasters like flooding, severe storms, and winterContinue Reading
Handel’s Messiah - The Greater Gardner Community Choir will be performing Handel’s Messiah on December 14, 2025 at 3pm in Perry Auditorium at Gardner City Hall. Featured will be the 14 piece orchestra and a special guest, Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson. As signed by composer George Frideric Handel almost 300 years ago: “ToContinue Reading
Focus on the Future – original song - From the song: “Focus on the future, not ancient history, Focus on the future, be present with reality….Focus on the future and what needs to be done, Focus on the future and the time in the sun ,Focus on what you can do to make things better, Focus on theContinue Reading
Library Interest - Library Calendar: Find Out what’s happening at the Levi Heywood Memorial Library anytime with the calendar, CLICK HERE. Levi Heywood Memorial Library – For Every Age and Interest The Levi Heywood Memorial Library in Gardner offers something for everyone from the youngest toddlers to the oldest seniors. Craft Supply Swap:Continue Reading
Festival Trees 2025 - Gardner Museum 20th Annual Festival of Trees Set to Begin November 12th Gardner Museum 2025 Festival of Trees runs from November 12th through December 6th. The Festival of Trees features beautiful displays of Christmas Trees, fabulous holiday displays, and such items as gift baskets. Whatever is donated is raffled offContinue Reading
Hotline 11-8-25 - An Extended Interview with the Mayor – Veterans – Projects – Taxes – WGAW Hotline Radio of November 8, 2025 First up is Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson who was reelected this week to another term. Host Steve Wendell interviewed the Mayor a little longer than usual and the conversation wasContinue Reading