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Growing Places Ribbon Cutting - Press Release 10-27-25, CLICK HERE. The City of Gardner and Growing Places Celebrate the Grand Opening of the Waterford Street Regional Food Center Listen to the speakers and the ribbon cutting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The ribbon cutting ceremony featured remarks from officials Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson and StateContinue Reading
Templeton 10-26-25 - An Update with NEW Templeton Town Administrator James Ryan Here is a PDF of the most recent weekly report, CLICK HERE. James Ryan is in his first month as the new Town Administrator of Templeton, MA having started officially on Monday, September 29th (contract was approved at the Select BoardContinue Reading
No Words – Original Song - Gardner Magazine Releases original song “No Words” Have you ever tried to write a song and were at a loss for words and thought that something might be wrong? That’s what this original song is about. Listen on any device. CLICK PLAY. From the song: “I decided to write aContinue Reading
Hotline 10-25-25 - During the WGAW Hotline Radio Show of October 25, 2025, Steve Wendell announced that WGAW has become an affiliate of CBS. The station will be featuring CBS News at the top of every hour and some of the popular CBS programs such as 60 minutes. Here is the WGAW website,Continue Reading
Westminster – November ’25 - Article contains both a “Deep Dive” on Westminster for November 2025 and Episode 15 of the Town Crier. For more information on the Town of Westminster, visit the website, CLICK HERE. Happenings in the Town of Westminster The South Street Sentinel – November 2025 edition covers happenings in the TownContinue Reading
Serial Killer Haunted House - Here is a pdf of the Social Media post you can view for yourself, CLICK HERE. Both WGAW Owner- General Manager Steve Wendell and Gardner Magazine Owner – Publisher Werner Poegel Call for Resignations The Winchendon History and Cultural Center put on an event called: “Serial: A ‘Killer’ Immersive HauntedContinue Reading
Cannabis – Maine to Massachusetts - The Problem of Illegal Cannabis Making it to Massachusetts This summer, Federal authorities charged 7 Chinese nationals in conjunction with an alleged multi-million dollar illegal marijuana trafficking operation. The group allegedly conspired to grow and distribute cannabis across New England using interconnected “grow houses” concealed inside single-family properties in bothContinue Reading
This Week 10-24-25 - This Week’s Edition of our Weekly News Magazine “This Week in the Chair City” for October 24, 2025 Listen to “This Week in the Chair City” on any device. CLICK PLAY. In this week’s edition: Falloween Stroll in Downtown Gardner October 31st from 10am to noon – Levi Heywood PuzzleContinue Reading
Changing Commercial Landscape - Some Changes in the Commercial Landscape of Gardner MA A sign went up recently in the Gardner Plaza for a new NAPA Auto Parts which is going in to the former Walgreen’s location to the right of Ocean State Job Lot and to the left of Patriot Pizza. The expectedContinue Reading
Golf Feasibility Study - Golf Commission Takes First Step Towards $7 Million Project At the Golf Commission Meeting of October 20, 2025, the commission approved a $33,000 feasibility study which is needed before seeking City Council approval for the overall $7 Million project. Gardner Mayor Nicholson and Councilor Judy Mack were also at theContinue Reading
Pennington Poster - 2 Years After Murder in Gardner, Fugitive Aaron Pennington Still Being Sought On October 22, 2023, the body of Breanne Pennington was discovered at 42 Cherry Street in Gardner. Breanne had been killed by a gunshot wound. Aaron Pennington, the husband of Breanne Pennington is a 35 year old manContinue Reading
ZBA 10-21-25 - Is it a Sign or Architectural Feature? – Gardner Zoning Board of Appeals The Gardner Zoning Board of Appeals met on October 21, 2025. Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Meeting focused on a variance request on behalf of Nouria, a convenience store brand. NouriaContinue Reading
GRA 10-22-25 - Gardner Redevelopment Authority Meets with Added New Members Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. Executive Director is Jason Stevens, Gardner’s Director of Community Development and Planning. The Chairman is City Councilor Paul Tassone. Other members include State Representative Jonathan Zlotnik, City Councilor Judy Mack, and PaulContinue Reading
Water Coil Settlement - Gardner Magazine has a “Deep Dive” podcast with the Chair Man and the Chair Lady explaining it all, Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. Time to Submit a Claim as Coils Class Action Settlement is Approved in Heating Coils Case If you are a resident of Gardner, Massachusetts who wasContinue Reading
Loss Awareness - A “DEEP DIVE” podcast on the Hidden Crisis of Infant Loss. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month Proclaimed in City of Gardner Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson and City Council President George Tyros have signed a proclamation officially recognizing Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month.Continue Reading
Heywood Cybersecurity - 3rd Party security experts have been working with Heywood Healthcare to restore full functionality. Gardner Magazine will publish an update from Heywood as soon as it is available. No Update Yet Regarding Cybersecurity Incident at Heywood There is no update yet from Heywood Healthcare on the Cybersecurity Incident which hasContinue Reading
GHS Band 10-21-25 - School Committee Chair Nicholson and Vice Chair Cormier Observe GHS Marching Band Practice The Gardner High School Marching Band held an evening rehearsal on October 21, 2025 and Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson and Vice Chair of the School Committee Rachael Cormier were on hand to view the progress the bandContinue Reading
Mysterious Massachusetts - Mysterious Massachusetts with Sarah Hodge-Wetherbe Explores Famous and Bizarre Massachusetts Moments On Wednesday, October 29th at 6pm, the Levi Heywood Memorial Library is presenting “Mysterious Massachusetts” exploring famous and bizarre Massachusetts moments. The Library posted: “Every state has its ghost stories… but only Massachusetts has the Dover Demon, The Victorian,Continue Reading
Wednesday Road Work - Wednesday Road Work on Pearl Street in Gardner From the City of Gardner: “There will be paving work done on Pearl Street tomorrow, Wednesday, October 22, beginning at 6:30am, from Blanchard Street to the Uptown Rotary at the intersection of Elm and Green Street. Traffic detours and delays are expectedContinue Reading
Haunted House GHS - Gardner High School to Feature Haunted House The Gardner High School Haunted House is Saturday, October 25, 2025 from 5 to 8pm. Admission is $5. There will also be a bake sale and basket raffle. City Councilor Elizabeth Kazinskas spoke of the event during the Gardner City Council Meeting. ListenContinue Reading
Council 10-20-25 - The Gardner City Council unanimously approved a Single Tax Rate for Fiscal Year 2026. Gardner to have Single Tax Rate Once Again The Gardner City Council met on October 20, 2025. Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. A major focus of the meeting was the FY2026Continue Reading
WGAW Lands Curley - View the WGAW home page for a complete schedule of talk show hosts, CLICK HERE. WGAW Radio Lands the Grace Curley Show The Grace Curley Show will be airing from noon to 2pm on WGAW AM 1340 and 98.1FM. WGAW Owner, Newsman, and Hotline Radio Host Steve Wendell selected theContinue Reading
Ad Hoc October - Ad Hoc Compensation Proposal Committee Holds Half Hour Meeting Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The meeting begins by addressing a new legal opinion that restricts the discussion of salaries for certain department heads because a collective bargaining process is underway for some positions, though specificContinue Reading
Fire Dept. Grant - City of Gardner Receives $365,000 Federal Grant for New Firefighter Radios Gardner City Hall Press Release: Gardner, MA — The City of Gardner has been awarded $365,000 through the Federal Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program to purchase new fire-rated radio systems for all 42 members of the Gardner FireContinue Reading
Original Song – Halloween Candy - Original Song – Halloween Candy (10/20/2025) Just in Time for Halloween, Gardner Magazine Releases the original song, “Halloween Candy” Listen to the original POP Party Song on any device, CLICK PLAY. POP PARTY SONG – Halloween Candy From the song: “I want my candy for Halloween ,Got the biggest bagContinue Reading
Farmers Market Wraps - Gardner Farmers Market Wraps Outdoor Season After the Farmers Market on October 18, 2025, the Gardner Farmers Market released this statement: “Thank You for a Fantastic October Market! What a beautiful day to wrap up our outdoor season — sunshine, smiles, pumpkins, alpacas, and so many familiar faces. A heartfeltContinue Reading
Public Safety 10-17-25 - Public Safety Committee 10-17-25 Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. Gardner Public Safety Committee Meeting on October 17, 2025, featured updates from several municipal departments. Commissioner Melissa McDonald of the the Building Department highlighted staffing shortages, long permit review and inspection lead times, and the potentialContinue Reading
Hardern Interview - Gardner’s Interactive Lady -An Interview with Karen Hardern – 14 Year City Councilor Gardner Magazine had the honor of speaking with City Councilor Karen Hardern. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY.Continue Reading
Hotline 10-18-25 - Updates, City and Town Finances, Paul Topolski, and Dana Heath – Hotline Radio for Saturday, October 18, 2025 Listen to the entire program on any device, CLICK PLAY First up: Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson. Farmers Market being held today – Annunciation Parish Bazaar going on today and tomorrow – DomesticContinue Reading
Public Welfare 10-16-25 - Public Welfare Committee 10-16-25 Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY.Continue Reading
Grant Announcement – Advocate - Gardner Domestic Violence Advocate will be “Full-Time” Due to Grant Listen to the announcement on any device, CLICK PLAY. Speaking at the announcement were Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson, State Representative Jonathan Zlotnik, and Gardner Police Chief Eric McAvene. Councilor Dana Heath represented the Gardner City Council Here is the completeContinue Reading
This Week 10-17-25 - Our News Magazine “This Week in the Chair City” for Friday, October 17, 2025 Listen to our weekly news magazine on any device, CLICK PLAY. In this week’s edition: Road work – Grants – Housing Ordinance – Public Safety meeting – Cybersecurity incident at Heywood Hospital – Firefighters endorse NicholsonContinue Reading
School Committee 10-14-25 - School Committee Hears from New Student Representative at October Meeting Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. View the complete agenda and packet, CLICK HERE. The Committee heard from new Student Representative Aiden Lospennato, formally accepted a $16,000 donation to the GHS Music Program, and her from AnneContinue Reading
4 October Meetings - 4 October Meetings 10-14-25 Planning Board 10-14-25 Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. Finance Committee 10-14-25 Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. License Commission 10-14-25 Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. Appointments Committee 10-14-25 Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY.Continue Reading
Debate 10-13-25 - Original Email Received on 10-13-25 Screenshot. Very clear Kimberly Blake had changed her mind. Click Image for larger view. The Press Release which was to go out. Very clear Blake had confirmed participation. Click Image for larger view. Blake Bows out of Debate After Saying Yes There was to beContinue Reading
Deep Dive – Columbus Day - A “Deep Dive” on the Columbus Day Holiday in the U.S. and other Countries Listen to the “Deep Dive” with the Chair Man and the Chair Lady on any device, CLICK PLAY.Continue Reading
Original Song – National Dictionary Day - Gardner Magazine Releases an Original Song – National Dictionary Day Listen to the original song on any device, CLICK PLAY.Continue Reading
Dana Heath Interview 10-11-25 - An Interview with Gardner City Councilor Dana Heath Listen to the entire interview on any device, CLICK PLAY. In the interview, Councilor Heath details what Kimberly Blake attempted to do to his family, calling her actions “insane.” Councilor Heath spoke of details regarding what he says Kimberly Blake attempted toContinue Reading
Development 10-10-25 - Development Review Committee Met on October 10th – Reviewed 2 Site Plans Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Development Review Committee meeting held on October 10, 2025, primarily focused on two separate conceptual site plan reviews. The first review concerns a proposal by GAAMHA andContinue Reading
Ad Hoc 10-6-25 - Ad Hoc Compensation Committee Met On October 6th Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Gardner Ad Hoc Compensation Proposal Committee Meeting was held on October 6, 2025, This first organizational meeting focuses on the creation of a compensation ordinance for non-union city employees in Gardner. CommitteeContinue Reading
City Council 10-6-25 - Gardner City Council Meeting Features a Report by Councilor Brad Heglin on Waterford According to City Councilor Brad Heglin, the Waterford Improvements are being done correctly. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. Key actions included the swearing-in of four newContinue Reading
Cannabis and Driving - Driving Under the Influence of Cannabis Results in Death Listen to the “Deep Dive” on any device. CLICK PLAY. This “Deep Dive” concentrates on the issue of cannabis use and impaired driving, highlighting the public health and safety concerns associated with driving under the influence of marijuana. The Centers forContinue Reading
Got My Smile in Gardner – original Song - Gardner Magazine Releases an original song – “Got My Smile in Gardner” (And It Won’t Go Away) Listen to the original song on any device. Choose from any or all of 3 versions. CLICK PLAY.Continue Reading
Hubbardston – HubbConnect - A “Deep Dive” on HubbConnect of Hubbardston, Massachusetts Listen to the “Deep Dive” with the Chair Man and the Chair Lady on any device. CLICK PLAY.Continue Reading
Templeton Update - A Report: Town of Templeton MA Listen to the “Deep Dive” on any device. CLICK PLAY. Reports from Administration & Finance indicate reconciled accounts, payroll completion, and property research concerning exemptions and abatements. The Public Services sections summarize extensive work by the Highway department, including road repairs, sweeping, and culvertContinue Reading
Positivity – Original Song - Gardner Magazine Releases the original song “Positivity” Listen to any of 4 versions of the original song “Positivity” on any device.Continue Reading
Handling Emergencies - Family Emergency Preparedness Listen to the “Deep Dive” on any device. CLICK PLAY. This podcast outlines critical steps for family emergency preparedness, focusing on creating a robust plan and assembling essential supplies. It details the necessary components of an emergency supply kit, recommending items like water, non-perishable food, tools, andContinue Reading
Integrity – Original Song - Gardner Magazine Releases the Original Song “Integrity” Listen to the original song on any device. CLICK PLAY.Continue Reading
Mayor’s Update 9-26-25 - Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson Updates the City of Gardner Listen to the update on any device, CLICK PLAY.Continue Reading
Nicholson Interview 9-25 - An Interview with Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson – Tough Questions We cover a wide variety of subjects in this interview. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY.Continue Reading
Harrison Cady Exhibit – Gardner Museum - “DEEP DIVE”: Harrison Cady Exhibit at the Gardner Museum in Gardner MA Listen to the “Deep Dive” on any device, CLICK PLAY. This is an extensive overview of the Gardner Museum in Gardner, Massachusetts, highlighting its role as a local cultural center. It announces the opening of a significant HarrisonContinue Reading
Fall – Original Song - Gardner Magazine Releases the Original Song “Fall” Listen to the original song “Fall” on any device, CLICK PLAY.Continue Reading
Got the Zing – original Song - Gardner Magazine Releases the original song “Got the Zing” Listen to any of the versions of “Got the Zing” on any device, CLICK PLAY.Continue Reading
Chapter 90 Ceremony - Governor in Gardner MA for Ceremonial Signing of Chapter 90 Bill The City of Gardner MA will utilize about $1.1 million in Chapter 90 funds. Listen to the AUDIO on any device, CLICK PLAY.Continue Reading
Cool Councilors – Original Song - Gardner Magazine Releases the original song “Cool Councilors” This original song is about the very “Cool” Gardner MA City Council. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY.Continue Reading
Grant Update – Gardner Public Schools - DEEP DIVE: Grant Update Gardner Public Schools Listen to the “Deep Dive” on any device. CLICK PLAY. This is an overview of grants awarded to the Gardner Public Schools in Massachusetts, showing a total of $2,756,781 in grant funding for Fiscal Year 2025. This document itemizes each grant, including theContinue Reading
Original Song – Great News - Gardner Magazine releases the original song “Great News (America’s Success Cruise)” Listen to the original song on any device. CLICK PLAY.Continue Reading
Model City for America – original song - Gardner Magazine releases an original song “Model City for America” Listen to the original song on any device, CLICK PLAYContinue Reading
Youth Center Ribbon Cutting 8-29 - Ribbon Cutting Held at Gardner CommunityYouth Center Listen to the event AUDIO on any device, CLICK PLAY.Continue Reading
Update 8-29-25 - Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson Updates the City of Gardner Listen to the update on any device, CLICK PLAY.Continue Reading
Workin’ Man Original Song - Gardner Magazine releases the original song “Workin’ Man” Listen to the original song on any device, CLICK PLAY.Continue Reading
Library Strategic Plan - Deep Dive: Strategic Plan of the Levi Heywood Memorial Library Listen to the “Deep Dive” on any device. CLICK PLAY. Outlined and explained is the Levi Heywood Memorial Library Strategic Plan for FY2026-FY2030, which was approved by the Board of Trustees in September 2024. This plan details the library’s mission,Continue Reading
Promises Kept - An Interview with Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson We had the honor of speaking with Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson about Promises Kept during his last 5 years of service to the City of Gardner. Listen to the interview on any device, CLICK PLAY.Continue Reading
Half the Crime – Original Song - Gardner Magazine Releases the original song “Half the Crime” “Half the Crime” is a song based on Gardner Massachusetts in which crime has gone down by almost half in the last 5 years. Listen to one of several versions of the song on any device, CLICK PLAY.Continue Reading
Social Media Ditch – original song - Gardner Magazine Releases original song “Social Media Ditch” Listen to the original song on any device, CLICK PLAY.Continue Reading
North Star Family Services - An Interview with Jon Hogue of North Star Family Services Listen to the interview on any device, CLICK PLAY.Continue Reading
Gardner Airport – DEEP DIVE - DEEP DIVE – The Gardner Airport Listen to the “Deep Dive” on any device. CLICK PLAY Key agenda items included the successful closeout and final payment authorization for a runway reconstruction project and updates on the associated storm water pollution prevention plan. The commission also discussed the draft wildlife hazardContinue Reading
Back to School – original song - Gardner Magazine releases original song “Back to School” Listen to the original song on any device, CLICK PLAY.Continue Reading
Attack of the Radio People – original Song - Gardner Magazine releases original song “Attack of the Radio People” Listen to the original song on any device, CLICK PLAY.Continue Reading
Downtown Gardner Progress - An Announcement About Progress in Downtown Gardner Listen to all the speakers on any device, CLICK PLAY.Continue Reading
Mid Summer Blues – original song - Gardner Magazine releases the original song “Mid Summer Blues” Listen to the original song on any device, CLICK PLAY.Continue Reading
The Gardner Perspective – original song - Gardner Magazine releases the original song “The Gardner Perspective” Listen to this original song inspired by the writings of Rachael Roberts, the Executive Assistant to the Mayor of Gardner. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY.Continue Reading
Downtown Gardner – A Place to Enjoy – original song - Gardner Magazine releases the original song “Downtown Gardner A Place to Enjoy” Enjoy the song about a fantastic place, Downtown Gardner. The original song is called “Downtown Gardner, A Place to Enjoy.” There’s a total of 39 different versions. Here are some of them to enjoy on any device. CLICKContinue Reading
Airport 8-6-25 - Airport Commission Meeting of August 6, 2025 Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. Key agenda items include the closeout of a runway reconstruction project and updates to the stormwater pollution prevention plan, which requires clarification on pollutant testing. A major focus is the discussion of aContinue Reading
Waiting for a Text – original song - Gardner Magazine releases the original song “Waiting for a Text” Listen to the original song on any device, CLICK PLAY.Continue Reading
Sully the Comfort Dog – original song - Gardner Magazine releases original song “Sully the Comfort Dog” Listen to the song honoring the Gardner Fire Department’s comfort and therapy dog, Sully. Sully is shown in the photo with some Gardner dispatchers. Listen to the song on any device, CLICK PLAY.Continue Reading
Update 7-31-25 - Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson Updates the Chair City. Listen to the update on any device, CLICK PLAY In this jam-packed updates, Mayor Nicholson goes over many events and projects in the City of Gardner.Continue Reading
Fix It Fever – Original Song - Gardner Magazine releases original song “Fix it Fever” Listen to any of a number of versions of the song on any device. CLICK PLAY.Continue Reading
Doggy in a Woggy – original song - Gardner Magazine releases the original song “Doggy in a Woggy” Listen to the original song “Doggy in a Woggy” on any device. CLICK PLAY.Continue Reading
Don’t Know and Don’t Care – original song - Gardner Magazine releases the original song “Don’t Know and Don’t Care” Listen to the original song on any device, CLICK PLAY.Continue Reading
Downtown Revitalization - Interview with Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson – Downtown Revitalization We spoke with Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson about Downtown RevitalizationContinue Reading
Stuck to the Phone – original song - Gardner Magazine releases the original song “Stuck to the Phone” Listen to either of 2 versions of the song on any device, CLICK PLAY.Continue Reading
Film Festival Song - Gardner Magazine releases original song “Film Festival” In honor of the Block Party Filming Day Festival in Gardner on July 16th from 11am to 6pm, Gardner Magazine is releasing the original song “Film Festival.” Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY.Continue Reading
Beat the Heat – original song - Gardner Magazine Releases original song “Beat the Heat” Listen to any of the versions of the original song “Beat the Heat” on any device, CLICK PLAY.Continue Reading
Movie in Gardner - “BOLIO: Spirit of the Mustang” is the latest flick to be filming in Gardner. Gardner has been a past location for portions of TV series and movies including Dexter: New Blood, Castle Rock, School Ties, Summer Interlude, Marble, and Viewpoint. Movie Permit to Film a Movie in Gardner, CLICK forContinue Reading
This Week 7-4-25 - Gardner Magazine with “This Week in the Chair City” for July 4, 2025 Our Weekly News Magazine “This Week in the Chair City” for July 4, 2025. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. Greenwood Pool Sunday openings — Fiscal 6 interview — Editorial on the “Nonsense” — – Youth CenterContinue Reading
Song – Independence Day - Gardner Magazine Releases an original 4th of July song “Not Just Another Day (It’s Independence Day” “Not Just Another Day (It’s Independence Day)” is an original patriotic song for the 4th of July. The song celebrates America. We’re releasing it in the following versions: Pop Duet, Modern Country, Patriotic Rock,Continue Reading
Not Just Another Day – It’s Independence Day - Gardner Magazine Releases “Not Just Another Day (It’s Independence Day)” Listen to the original song in celebration of the birth of the United States of America on any device, CLICK PLAY.Continue Reading
Big Beautiful Bill - House Passes Senate Version of “Big Beautiful Bill” On July 3, 2025 at about 2:30pm, the United States House of Representatives passed the “Big Beautiful Bill” with a vote of 218 to 214. As the Senate passed this version a few days ago, next step is the President’s signature. TheContinue Reading
Beaches 7-3-25 - A check on Area Beaches Closed Due to Bacterial Exceedance CLICK IMAGE for larger view. In the town of Templeton: Beamans Pond Campground and Beamans Pond Day Use are closed. In Winchendon: Lake Dennison State Park Day Use Beach is closed. The entire spreadsheet is listed here. CLICK on ImageContinue Reading
4th – 2025 - Happy 4th of July On this Independence Day 2025, Gardner Magazine wishes you all a very Happy 4th of July as we celebrate our nation’s 249th. July 4, 1776 to July 4, 2025 In 2026, there will be a big celebration of our 250th.Continue Reading
Greenwood – July - Greenwood Pool Expands Availability The City of Gardner announces that Gardner’s Greenwood Pool will also be OPEN SUNDAYS in July from noon to 5pm. That means the pool will be open 7 days a week from noon to 5pm throughout the month of July. Greenwood Pool will be open everyContinue Reading
Where Adam Landed - To put Phillipston in context: The nearby City of Gardner is 23.02 square miles in area with a population of over 21,000. Phillipston is slightly larger with a total area of 24.6 square miles and a population of under 2000 people. A little bigger in size with 1/10 the people.Continue Reading
Fiscal 6 Interview - An Interview with Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson We had the honor of speaking with Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson about Fiscal Years 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025. Listen to the interview on any device, CLICK PLAY.Continue Reading
Fiscal 6 - Fiscal 6 – The Interview with Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson Fiscal 6 is the 6th Fiscal Year Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson has been in office and that started on July 1, 2025. We spoke with the Mayor about various needs and issues, and how things have changed over the lastContinue Reading
Saving an Egg - Gardner Fire Department Rescues an Egg From Gardner Fire Department: “Today, Group 3 perfected their technique using hydraulic extraction tools. One member lifted the cinder block with the spreaders while another member used the cutters to carefully remove an egg without breaking it.” We are also showing you a photoContinue Reading
Hypocrisy – Original Song - Gardner Magazine Releases the original song “Hypocrisy” Listen to the original song “Hypocrisy” on any device, CLICK PLAY.Continue Reading
This Week 6-28-25 - Gardner Magazine’s “This Week in the Chair City” Listen to the weekly News magazine on any device, CLICK PLAY. 4th of July – Updates – Kindness in Gardner – Job Opportunities with City of Gardner – Song Released – Upcoming Events – Airport Commission SWPPP – Gardner CAC Expansion –Continue Reading
Hotline 6-28-25 - Wide Variety of Topics on WGAW Hotline Radio Show – Saturday June 28, 2025 Listen to the entire show on any device, CLICK PLAY In hour 1: Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson was the first guest on the show and updated residents about the Greenwood Pool and Splash Park and demoContinue Reading
Nicholson 6-27-25 - Gardner Mayor Nicholson Updates the City Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson updated the City of Gardner on June 27, 2025. Listen to the update on any device, CLICK PLAY. Topics Covered: Heat and cooling centers – Greenwood Pool – Movie filming in Gardner – Yard Waste Pickup – July 4th HoursContinue Reading