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City Council 11-18-24 - Gardner City Council Meets in Both Informal and Formal Sessions on November 18, 2024 Informal Meeting: Regarding Administrative Legislation and Rules of the City Council . Agenda and Packet, CLICK HERE Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. Formal Meeting: Regarding Various Matters. Agenda and Packet, CLICK HERE. Listen on anyContinue Reading
Nicholson Interview 11-20-24 - Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson on the Road Ahead A Discussion with Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson on the Road Ahead in Gardner. We discuss various topics including the recent recount issue, various City projects, and the Road Ahead with all. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. Re the potential recount: EvenContinue Reading
The Clerk - City Clerk staff actually waited until 5:15pm on deadline day to give Bruce Chester every possible opportunity. City Clerk Titi Siriphan Unjustly Attacked – Actual Email Shows Effort to Be Fair Candidate Bruce Chester came in to the City Clerk’s office for recount forms and was given the usual District-wideContinue Reading
Coleman Legal - Graphic shows screenshot of Go Fund Me which was launched by Olivia Coleman. Gardner Facebook Admin Starts Go Fund Me for Alleged Victims of DeMeo and Others A Gardner Facebook Admin has launched a go fund me releasing the following statement “A number of people have suggested a gofundme forContinue Reading
Parking 50 cents - Cost of Metered Parking to Double in Downtown Gardner The parking meters are being installed one at a time and enforcement won’t begin until early 2025. Cost has been 25 cents per half hour for 20 years, but will go up to 50 cents per half hour if the GardnerContinue Reading
Westminster Meeting - Special Town Meeting Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 6:30pm at the Westminster Elementary School at 9 Academy Hill Road, Westminster Westminster: Special Town Meeting November 19th Registered Voters in the town of Westminster will be attending a Special Town Meeting on Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 6:30pm at the WestminsterContinue Reading
Hotline 11-16-24 - News from Hotline Radio November 16, 2024 Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson and Council President Elizabeth Kazinskas gave updates. The Veterans Ceremony was aired in two parts. Listen to the complete program on any device. CLICK PLAY. At the beginning of the show, Mayor Nicholson describes his notification from the CityContinue Reading
Fill-A-Cruiser - Gardner Police Department to Hold Food Drive Supporting Gardner CAC and Gardner Senior Center The Gardner Police Department has announced that it is launching a new event: The First Annual Fill-A-Cruiser Food Drive. Event will be held in front of the Gardner PD on Saturday, November 23, 2024 from 9amContinue Reading
Fire Towers - Fire Danger Very Serious in Greater Gardner MA The Gardner Fire Department posted a very serious message on November 16, 2024: “Sadly, we are still continuing to respond to people illegally burning in their yards on a daily bases. We thank all the citizens who have called these fires inContinue Reading
Recount 2024 - UPDATE 11-16-24: Bruce Chester did not turn in papers by 5pm deadline yesterday. Therefore according to Mayor Michael Nicholson who appeared on WGAW’s Hotline Radio on Saturday November 16th, there will be no recount. Again, papers not turned in. There will be no recount. Note: According to Gardner Mayor MichaelContinue Reading
Finance 11-14-24 - Finance Committee has Honor of Hearing from Assistant Director Evan Cudmore All were impressed as Assistant Director of Community Development and Planning Evan Cudmore updated the Gardner MA Finance Committee on various projects and grants. Mayor Nicholson also added some information, but Cudmore was thorough. Cudmore has been with theContinue Reading
Public Welfare 11-14-24 - Committee Hears Reports from Library, Golf Course, and Cable TV The Gardner Public Welfare Committee met on November 14, 2024 and heard updates from directors of the following areas: Library, Golf, and Cable. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. Outgoing Library Director Stephanie Young spoke for more than 20 minutesContinue Reading
Planning Board 11-14-24 - Gardner Planning Board Reviews Proposed new Compass Lane subdivision on Templeton Line The Board Viewed plans and heard a presentation from Mr. Fletcher from PrivateOversight, LLC. 16 Duplexes are now proposed for a total of 32 units on a 900 foot cul-de-sac roadway and a new traffic plan was presentedContinue Reading
School Committee 11-12-24 - School Committee Meets – Achievements Recognized The Gardner MA School Committee met on November 12, 2024. At the beginning of the meeting, Superintendent Pellegrino recognized Retired Principal Cherie McComb (spelling corrected) and other retired teachers who have supported a program of education for immigrants. McComb spoke about the program andContinue Reading
The Closet - The Closet – A Work of Fiction Featuring Kamala, Don, Joe, and Werner. Just a little bit of fun in a commentary for WGAW. While they might sound like the real thing, the characters are fictional. Launch on any device, CLICK PLAY. Packing boxes. What could go wrong? WGAW HotlineContinue Reading
Festival Trees 2024 - Gardner MA Museum Festival of Trees Set to Begin Gardner Museum 2024 Festival of Trees runs from November 13th through December 7th. Hours: Wednesdays and Thursdays 1pm to 4pm, Fridays 1pm to 7pm, Saturdays and Sundays 10am to 4pm. The Gardner Museum is located on Pearl Street in Gardner. DueContinue Reading
Veterans Ceremony 2024 - Veterans Honored with Ceremony in Gardner MA Veterans were honored in prayer, in words, and in music at the Veterans Day Exercises which took place in Perry Auditorium at Gardner City Hall on Veterans Day, November 11, 2024. Listen on any device. CLICK PLAY.Continue Reading
Original Music - Original Music page, CLICK HERE. including “Veterans of Service” Gardner Magazine Presents – Original Music Here’s the page, CLICK HERE. “Who Started Goofy with a Huge Screw Loose”, the “Rockin’ Gardner City Council”, “Election Day”, “Chair City of Heart”, “To Grow A Valentine”, “WGAW, One Station on the Dial”, “Gardner,Continue Reading
Wooden Flags - Patriotism and Love for Veterans Is Alive at Gardner High School Veterans protect our country from adversaries who would harm us and who would disrupt the lives of our youngest to our oldest. Students in a class at Gardner High took the time to salute our nation’s heroes by makingContinue Reading
Rockin’ Council - “Rock Stars” of Gardner City Council Inspire Rock Song They are the Gardner 11, a mix of men and women from different backgrounds who represent the citizens of Gardner Massachusetts. They are the “Rock Stars” of the Gardner City Council, the money musicians of the Chair City, often praised forContinue Reading
Downtown 11-9-24 - The Classy Look of the “M” Building in Downtown Gardner. The building is home to Empire Management, Gardner Coins and Cards, and Garden Pizza. The outside look of the building was enhanced earlier this year, and now the front facing and additional side facing signs complete the look. Empire ManagementContinue Reading
Progress 11-8-24 - Visual Rear Main Street Update The Rear Main Street Project has many months to go before completion. Here’s a visual progress report from November 8, 2024.Continue Reading
Hotline 11-9-24 - WGAW has “Hot” Hotline Radio Show on Saturday November 9, 2024 Hot Announcements with Mayor Michael Nicholson on Gardner CAC Lease, RFP’s on Community Center Leases, Waiting on GES Audit and $8 million remaining from School loan, and Veterans Day. Hot Warnings about Fire from EMD Paul Topolski and HotContinue Reading
Roof 11-9-24 - Gardner Fire Department Roof Project Well Underway A gust of wind damaged the roof. A camera captured that gust. Insurance covered the repair. The roof is under repair at the Gardner Fire Department Headquarters.Continue Reading
Waterford Lease Signed - Waterford Community Center Lease Signed with Gardner CAC On November 8 2024, Gardner Mayor Nicholson and Julie Meehan, CAC Director signed a lease for use of a portion of the Waterford Community Center. It is a grant lease with no monthly payment due in consideration for what the Gardner CommunityContinue Reading
Update 11-8-24 - MORE DETAILS: Farmers Market at Perry Auditorium at Gardner City Hall. Saturday November 23, 2024 10am to 1pm Erica Bosse advises that about 30 vendors will have more than 40 tables. Jordans Turkey Farm and Wildwood Farm both have pre order Turkey options for pick up at the market andContinue Reading
Election Editorial - Actual guidance on recounts from the Massachusetts Secretary of State’s office, CLICK HERE for the 16 page guide. As the margin was about 4 percent. it appears this election would not be eligible for a recount as difference must be not more than 1/2 percent. Editorial: Election Results Should beContinue Reading
Fire 11-7-24 - Extreme Fire Hazard Persists in Greater Gardner Area Because of dry conditions, all outdoor fires are dangerous right now. In most area communities, any outdoor burning is prohibited. If you have any questions, please contact your local Fire Department. Drought Map of Massachusetts on 11-7-24 Gardner and surrounding communities areContinue Reading
Veterans Day 2024 - Veterans Day is Monday November 11, 2024. Area communities have events starting as early as Thursday, November 7th. Veterans Day 2024 is Monday November 11th It is a day we honor men and women who have served in the United States military and thank them for preserving the freedoms weContinue Reading
Trump Elected - Trump Political Comeback Complete – Elected 47th President of the United States At around 2am on November 6, 2024 Donald J. Trump became President-Elect of the United States. Only one President before him, Grover Cleveland, has won the White House in a non-consecutive term. At 78 years old, Trump willContinue Reading
Election Results 2024 - Final Electoral Map 2024 Gardner Magazine Reports the following as of 11:29am 11-12-24 Trump Elected 47th President Results will be periodically updated. Unofficial Results from all precincts in Gardner, CLICK HERE. Electoral Votes for President: Trump 312, Harris 226 ———————————————–Vote for State Senator: Durant 55%, Dibb 45%Vote for U.S. Senator:Continue Reading
Council 11-4-24 - Agenda and Packet, CLICK HERE. Gardner City Council Meets on Monday Before Election Mayor Michael Nicholson gave a presentation relating to adopting a factor for real estate and personal property taxation. The slides from his presentation are contained in the complete 394 page agenda and packet. To make it easierContinue Reading
Election Song - Gardner Magazine Releases original song “Election Day” Original Lyrics by Werner Poegel, music and vocals via AI. CLICK PLAY. Gardner Magazine will provide Election Day results from Federal, State, and local races when available.Continue Reading
Fire Danger - All Open Fires BANNED in Gardner due to Extreme Weather Conditions In a Press Release of November 4, 2024, Gardner Fire Chief Gregory Lagoy stated that effective immediately “any and all types of outdoor open fires are prohibited in the City of Gardner. All forms of open flames, including forContinue Reading
Help Animals - A way to feel BETTER or spread your JOY after the Election No matter how you feel after November 5th, there is a great way you can make yourself feel better or spread your joy. Help out the furry friends with a donation to the Gardner Animal Shelter located atContinue Reading
Cormier Honored - Gardner PD Sergeant Honored for Leadership Training Gardner Police Sergeant Roger Cormier completed two weeks of leadership training in October at Roger Williams University in Bristol, Rhode Island. The course entitled “First Line Supervisor” is part of Roger Williams’ Justice System and Training Research Institute. According to the Gardner PD,Continue Reading
Fire 11-3-24 - Gardner Fire Department Extinguishes Car Fire on Mill Street No injuries were reported in the car fire which prompted a response by Group 4 of the Gardner Fire Department on the evening of November 3, 2024. The fire was promptly extinguished. Check Alarms In a previous post, the Gardner FireContinue Reading
Chester Questions - Note from Publisher: With most stories we like to publish original source material whenever we can such as Press Releases, Agendas/Packets, and AUDIO. With a sensitive subject such as this, we included a considerable amount of material in an effort to demonstrate thoroughness and to provide our readers with first-handContinue Reading
Hotline 11-2-24 - WGAW Hotline Pre-Election Show ELECTION COVERAGE: Host Steve Wendell reminded the audience that WGAW Election Night Coverage with ABC News and correspondents throughout the country begins at 7pm on November 5th. On AM 1340, 98.1 FM, and streaming LIVE HERE. Listen to the 11-2-24 Hotline Show on any device, CLICKContinue Reading
Safety 11-1-24 - Overnight Parking of RV’s and Campers Addressed by Proposed Ordinance The Gardner Public Safety Committee met on Friday, November 1, 2024 to consider a “Mobile Homes and Trailers” ordinance which according to Mayor Nicholson in a letter to the entire City Council “addresses the recent concerns regarding the increase inContinue Reading
Update 11-1-24 - Gardner Mayor Nicholson with first update of November 2024 and last before Election Gardner Mayor Nicholson opened with a description of various project announcements which we cover in separate articles on this page. The Mayor also went over polling locations in detail for the election on November 5th. Polls openContinue Reading
Finance 10-30-24 - Gardner MA Auditor Reveals Dispute with Blue Cross – Blue Shield involving $920k During the Finance Committee meeting of October 30, 2024, Gardner MA City Auditor John Richard went over various matters and disclosed a dispute with Blue Cross – Blue Shield over a $920,000 payment saying that the CityContinue Reading
Water Groundbreaking - Gardner Breaks Ground on Water Main Project Gardner Officials and members of the DPW and Gardner’s Engineering Teams were on hand for the official groundbreaking on the Water Main Project. The current pipe is from 1888, some 136 years ago. Mayor Nicholson thanked DPW Business Manager Chris Coughlin who authoredContinue Reading
Liver Awareness - Susan Avallone and Dr. Molakatalla speak on Liver Health Awareness Month Gardner’s Prevention Coordinator Veronika Patty had both Avallone and Molakatalla as guests during a segment aired on a local Gardner cable show. Listen to the AUDIO on any device, CLICK PLAY. SAVE A LIFE – READ THIS ARTICLE andContinue Reading
Announcement 10-28-24 - Gardner Magazine is publishing text of all comments in their entirety. Formal Phase 3 Announcement for Rear Main Street Project Representative Jonathan Zlotnik announced the $3.5 million State Grant last week in a Press Release. On October 28th it was a big event with local leaders, officials, and business leadersContinue Reading
Chair City Christmas - Gardner Magazine Releases an Original Christmas Song Publisher Werner Poegel wrote “A Chair City Christmas” to share what is truly special about the City of Gardner at Christmas. There are 3 versions: Traditional, Soft-Rock, and Country EZ below and other 15 versions on the Chair City Christmas page.. Listen onContinue Reading
Factory Demo - The Adventures of an Abandoned Factory – What the Future Holds 73 Stuart Street: It was abandoned for decades and was an eyesore. Then along came Mayor Michael Nicholson and his Gardner Team who have made an effort to get properties like this back on the tax rolls. The initialContinue Reading
Hotline 10-26-24 - Officials and Candidates on WGAW Hotline Radio of October 26, 2024 Listen to the entire show on any device, CLICK PLAY. Hour 1: Mayor Michael Nicholson on Good news and some events in Gardner —- Dawn Casavant of Heywood Healthcare 12th annual Healthy Harvest 5k Walk —– Jonathan Zlotnik onContinue Reading
Red Flag 10-26-24 - Dry Conditions Prompt Red Flag Warning A Red Flag Warning is in Effect in the state of Massachusetts for Saturday October 26, 2024. From the National Weather Service: ..RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM THIS MORNING TO 7 PM EDT THIS EVENING FOR MASSACHUSETTS… * AFFECTED AREA…AllContinue Reading
Update 10-25-24 - For all the information, listen to the update on any device. CLICK PLAY. Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson with an Update for the Chair City Listen to the Update on any device. CLICK PLAY. Outreach: Mayor Nicholson spoke of hosting about 100 people this past week including Mayors and Town AdministratorsContinue Reading
Rear Main Construction - Rear Main Street Phase 2 Construction Has Begun Temporary construction fencing has enclosed the site. A couple pieces of construction equipment can be seen operating. The Rear Main Street Project Construction has begun. Completion of this phase is expected in 2025. With funding now approved for the next phase, seeContinue Reading
One Stop 2024 - Representative Jonathan Zlotnik announced state funded grants for the greater Gardner area. The grants were awarded as part of the Executive Office of Economic Development’s Community One Stop for Growth program, which streamlines the application process for communities and other eligible entities seeking to access various economic development grant programs.Continue Reading
Zoning 10-22-24 - Link to City of Gardner Zoning page, CLICK HERE, Agenda for October 22, 2024, CLICK HERE Pine Street Project Delay prompts Intensive questioning of Attorney Tree by new member In the first 54 minutes of over 1 hour meeting: The Zoning Board of Appeals met with all 5 members onContinue Reading
Assessors 10-22-24 - Exciting Gardner Board of Assessors Meeting on 10-22-24 The Board gets so much done in 5 minutes that they have a new theme song on Gardner Magazine which you’ll hear in the meeting AUDIO “Greatest Board of Assessors in the City” Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY.Continue Reading
Council 10-21-24 - City Council Agenda and Packet, CLICK HERE. City Council says NO to NO Parking on Edgell and Takes Up Agenda At many a meeting, many of the votes are unanimously YES. However, at the Gardner City Council meeting of October 21, 2024, this vote was different. After a review byContinue Reading
Velvet Goose 10-21-24 - Downtown Queen Patti Bergstrom of the Velvet Goose Is Retiring Velvet Goose Owner Patti Bergstrom is beginning her retirement sale this week with plans to be out of her store location by the end of January. Bergstrom has operated her store since 1987. Even though she is retiring, new merchandiseContinue Reading
Fake Social - Fake and False News Pervasive on Social Media Perhaps you’ve seen them – the myriad of false allegations usually made against some very good public officials and sometimes made against this Publisher or other media outlets. Our goal is to not only publish accurate news, but also provide backup documentationContinue Reading
Chester 10-20-24 - Bruce Chester in his own words – voters concerns become apparent The Graphic shows a communication regarding payments Bruce Chester is/was making regarding having to reimburse his campaign committee from his own paycheck. We prepared a report detailing various Voter concerns relating to various subjects and the details are inContinue Reading
Hotline 10-19-24 - WGAW Hotline Radio 10-19-24 Hour 1: Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson with Updates about the Chair City: Rear Main Street Project will add 125 or more parking spaces, the Bike Path, Business News, Holiday Festivities, the Mayor said the Facebook posting regarding 2000 additional migrants is FALSE. —- Host Steve WendellContinue Reading
Foliage 2024 - Foliage 2024 in Gardner MA Photos are from October 15, 2024 in the Lake Wampanoag area, Route 140, Crystal Lake Park, Monument Park, and near Route 140.Continue Reading
Finance 10-16-24 - How diligently are they working to get grants for the City? The Mayor stated, “There have been $158 million worth of applications currently pending for the city right now. We’re not going to get half of those, but at least we tried. Maybe we get half, maybe we get three-quarters,Continue Reading
Rear Phase 2 - Rear Main Street Project Breaks Ground on Phase 2 At a ceremony held in Gardner on October 17, 2024 various officials and business leaders gathered to celebrate the groundbreaking of Rear Main Street Phase 2. Construction is expected to last at least until the summer of 2025. Official Press Release,Continue Reading
Early Voting - Time for Early Voting – Here’s the Schedule In Gardner, early voting takes place at Perry Auditorium along the side of Gardner City Hall. Park in front of City Hall or in the designated lot adjacent to the auditorium. Entrances to the parking lot are from Knowlton Street and fromContinue Reading
School 10-15-24 - Gardner MA School Committee Holds October Meeting Meeting focused on the first reading of some school policies and the second reading of others. Other topics included the Superintendent Goals, District Improvement Plan, and various updates. See the complete agenda and packet for details and supporting information. CLICK HERE. Listen toContinue Reading
The Disruptor - Publisher’s Note: While the event was obviously disrupted as documented by the AUDIO we present here, the Mayor graciously diffused the situation in a calm manner. In the state of Massachusetts, the penalty for disrupting a public event in this manner is first offense: a fine of up to $150,Continue Reading
Council on Aging 10-24 - Gardner Council on Aging Holds October Meeting The Council on Aging met on various matters in October 2024. Listen to the meeting on any device. CLICK PLAY. Floor Finishing Plan – Plan is to purchase the floor finishing equipment and bring that down to Waterford. Cost: a couple thousand dollars.Continue Reading
Alum Nicholson - Gardner Mayor Honored by U-Mass Amherst Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson has received the 2024 “Young Alumni Award” from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. It is one of six different honors were given out this year to recognize members of the UMass Alumni Community on their various outstanding achievements in theirContinue Reading
Waterford Fact - How do we know bill had no opposition? 1. From the vote itself 2. Bills get posted daily and a legislator could object in advance of a vote. If 10% of House members, or 16 for example would agree to the objection then a roll call vote would be required.Continue Reading
Ballot & Questions - See the guide from the Secretary of State’s office regarding all ballot questions. It is comprehensive, comprising 164 pages with both supporting and opposing views on each question. CLICK HERE. To get a sample ballot for anywhere in Massachusetts from ballotpedia, CLICK HERE. Ballot Questions Create Debate in Fall ElectionContinue Reading
WGAW Honored - Discover WGAW Radio this Columbus Day and every day 24/7. The radio station with physical studios and transmitter facilities has been located in Gardner since 1946. Today it is heard on AM 1340, 98.1 FM, and streams to anywhere in the world. Server logs show listeners from many countries. TheContinue Reading
Columbus 2024 - Happy Columbus Day Columbus Day, and Indigenous People’s Day is celebrated on Monday, October 14, 2024. Gardner City Hall, various town offices, and the post office are closed. For more on Columbus Day, Christopher Columbus, and Indigenous People’s Day, CLICK HERE.Continue Reading
Coat Drive - Those wishing to contribute a coat to the Winter Coat Drive may drop them off at the Gardner Museum on Pearl Street in Gardner. Worcester County Sheriff Kicks off Winter Coat Drive The Worcester County Sheriff’s Office and Worcester County Reserve Deputy Sheriff’s Association goal is to deliver 4,000 newContinue Reading
Zlotnik 10-11-24 - Running on His Record – Interview with Jonathan Zlotnik Gardner Magazine spoke with State Representative Jonathan Zlotnik about his record. Listen to the entire interview on any device, CLICK PLAY. Zlotnik describes how he has put working families first. He speaks about fighting for the wallets of his constituents. ZlotnikContinue Reading
Hotline 10-12-24 - SPECIAL Columbus Day Weekend Show – WGAW Hotline Radio Both State Representative Jonathan Zlotnik and Challenger Bruce Chester were scheduled to appear on WGAW’s Hotline Radio Show which airs Saturdays from 12:10 to 2pm. Listen to the entie program on any device, CLICK PLAY. UPDATE: State Representative Jonathan Zlotnik appearedContinue Reading
Update 10-11-24 - Upcoming next week: Thursday October 17, 2024 at 3:30pm is Groundbreaking for the Rear Main Street Project Phase 2. That broadcast will be the Mayor’s Update next week. Public may attend. Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson Updates the Chair City on 10-11-24 Listen to the update on any device. CLICK PLAY.Continue Reading
Pink 2024 - Gardner City Hall and Staff Go Pink Again Dressed in pink, staff at Gardner City Hall stood at the steps of Gardner City Hall for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. There will be an estimated 310,720 new U.S. cases of breast cancer in women in 2024. 42,250 will die from the disease.Continue Reading
Cracker Festival - FREE event in Westminster coming up October 19th The Westminster Cracker Festival will be held Saturday, October 19, 2024 from 10am to 5pm. Westminster Cracker Festival is held at 10 Village Square, Westminster, MA. There’s FREE parking and a shuttle is available. The event was first held in 2015. AccordingContinue Reading
Tenacity of Bombaci - Jonathan Bombaci on Tenacity and the Projects in Downtown Gardner In Gardner, Bombaci’s firm has invested in residential real estate, renovated commercial real estate, attempted to buy properties from the City of Gardner, and is currently working on 25 Main Street and the Garbose Building. Project delays have resulted inContinue Reading
GAAMHA Funding - GAAMHA Receives $225,000 in Funding Non-profit GAAMHA is receiving $225,000 in funding including $200,000 in Federal funding secured by Lori Trahan and $25,000 in State funding secured by Jonathan Zlotnik. Congresswoman Trahan wrote, “For over 50 years, GAAMHA, Inc.’s wide range of mental health and addiction programs have helped thoseContinue Reading
EEE Warning - Gardner Board of Health – EEE Positive Mosquito in Gardner BOH Statement: “A EEE positive mosquito was identified in a trap in Gardner, please use precautions to prevent mosquito bites! Please be aware that as the temperatures drop, mosquito activity will lessen.” According to an October 8th Press Release fromContinue Reading
Fellowship Meal - Aimee from Gardner CAC speaks about the FREE Thursday Fellowship Meal Listen on any device. CLICK PLAY. Fellowship dinners are available for take-out on most Thursdays, October-May. Dinners must be picked up at 4:30 pm at the Gardner CAC on Pleasant Street, Gardner. Visit the Gardner CAC website, CLICK HERE. Make aContinue Reading
Patriotism Alive - Patriotism Alive in Gardner with Flag Raising Ceremony at Care Central VNA Care Central VNA and Hospice posted “Flag Raising Ceremony at 34 Pearly Lane 10/8/24 Care Central VNA & Hospice, Inc. proudly raised its American Flag on Tuesday, donated by U.S. Representative Lori Trahan. Holly Chaffee, President & CEOContinue Reading
Council 10-7-24 - City Clerk Titi Siriphan is back at City Council Meeting of October 7, 2024 Tasked with calling the roll at many a Gardner City Council meeting, Gardner City Clerk Titi Siriphan was welcomed back after maternity leave. Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Council unanimouslyContinue Reading
Crash 10-8-24 - One Accident Scene Becomes Two in Gardner MA According to a Press Release from the Gardner Police Department, ( see complete release, CLICK HERE) a pickup truck drove through an accident scene on Green Street at a high rate of speed and ended up crashing into a National Grid electricalContinue Reading
73 Stuart - Former Factory at 73 Stuart Street in Gardner not owned by Candor Realty A published report elsewhere inaccurately described the situation which has led to some inaccurate comments and negative public reaction on a rogue Gardner Facebook group. The publication has since corrected its article. While Candor Realty initially hadContinue Reading
Paving 10-8-24 - From City of Gardner: DPW Announces Paving Scheduled for Monday Postponed Paving work scheduled for Monday, Oct. 7th Parker Street will be postponed until Tuesday, Oct. 8th. due to the forecasted rain. Parker Street will be closed for paving from the Templeton Town line to Barthel Avenue & Waterford StreetContinue Reading
Donald and Kamala 1 - Gardner Magazine Launches Ridiculous new Fictional Series – Donald and Kamala Just like our Joe and Don series, this first episode pokes fun at America’s most unlikely brother and sister, Donald and Kamala. Listen on any device. CLICK PLAY. More Episodes will follow.Continue Reading
Council Matters - Gardner MA City Council Takes up Various Matters on Monday October 9, 2024 The City Council will review recommendations of the Finance Committee which met on October 2nd regarding various communications from the Mayor including property valuation changes, City Health Insurance costs, and a measure authorizing the Mayor to enterContinue Reading
Update 10-4-24 - New Christmas Tree replacing the former tree also damaged in a windstorm. Christmas Tree Lighting will be Sunday December 1st either in Lafayette Square or Monument Park. Video is embedded here if you’d like to see Santa Claus. Gardner Mayor Gets Visit from Santa Claus during Weekly Update Gardner MayorContinue Reading
Paving – Fredette – Wilkins - Gardner DPW Announces Paving Schedule for Saturday and Monday Saturday Paving Saturday, Oct. 5th Fredette Street and Wilkins Road will be closed to traffic for paving. Monday Paving Monday, Oct. 7th Parker Street will be closed for paving from the Templeton Town line to Barthel Avenue & Waterford Street. ThisContinue Reading
Heywood Stakeholder Meeting - Listen to the Stakeholder Meeting on any device. CLICK PLAY. Heywood Healthcare Holds Stakeholder Meeting and Moves to Next Chapter The October 3, 2024 meeting concerned the road forward for Heywood Healthcare as it exited Chapter 11 on September 30th. It was noted that Heywood achieved what only 5 percentContinue Reading
Heywood 2107 - Editorial: Heywood Healthcare on its way towards Positive 200th anniversary In just 83 years, Heywood Hospital will have been in Gardner 200 years. It is likely the future will include building modifications to reflect the advances of the time. An exterior with rounded corners utilizing fusion energy for lighting. OperatingContinue Reading
Gardner Advantage - Working for the City of Gardner – The Advantage Gardner Magazine spoke with Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson about “The Advantage” of Working for Gardner. Retention is high, but those who do leave often do so for promotions. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. With having a great reputation comes aContinue Reading
Nicholson on Water - Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson mentions in the short interview that $11 million was spent to upgrade the water treatment plant a few years back and a recent grant of $4 million was obtained by DPW Business Manager Chris Coughlin to do upgrades to the sewer treatment system. The City ofContinue Reading
ZBA 9-30-24 - Parking Discussed at Gardner ZBA Meeting The Gardner MA Zoning Board of Appeals took up matters concerning an update on 163-165 Pine Street, relief on a side yard setback, a single family house, and changing a two family to a 3 family. Sounds simple enough, but the complexity of theContinue Reading
Chapter 11 Exit - BREAKING NEWS: Heywood Healthcare has announced its official stand-alone exit from Chapter 11 bankruptcy. President and CEO Rozanna Penney stated, “We are proud to exit Chapter 11 bankruptcy as an independent community-owned and community-governed organization.,” COMPLETE PRESS RELEASE HERE.Continue Reading
CAC Lease - The Gardner CAC has seen a 63% increase in demand for service for its food security programs. In the one year period from July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024 The Gardner CAC has provided services to over 13,000 individuals. A very good organization to support. Website, CLICK HERE. SecureContinue Reading
Hotline 9-28-24 - Special WGAW Hotline Radio Show on day of Festivities in Gardner MA Radio listeners were treated to WGAW Hotline Host Steve Wendell and various guests on Saturday, September 28, 2024. Broadcast began at noon and continued past 2pm with a LIVE BROADCAST of the Chair Luge. Listen on any device,Continue Reading
Oktoberfest Photos 2024 - Gardner Fall Festival and Oktoberfest offered fun activities for all On September 28, 2024, the combined Gardner Fall Festival and Oktoberfest was blessed with good weather for its entire duration. City Council President Elizabeth Kazinskas tapped the keg. Patti Bergstrom from the Velvet Goose showcased Rapunzel, Bluey, and others. GardnerContinue Reading
GAAMHA 9-27-24 - A Commentary – Short Documentary on GAAMHA – Service to the Community Commentary and information on this beloved non-profit. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. Community Based Day Services…. Employment Services…. Substance Use Disorder Residential Services… Transitional Supporting Housing…. Permanent Housing…. Community Support Services …. Recovering Coaching… Transportation Services GAAMHAContinue Reading