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Templeton Override is narrowly defeated at September 28, 2026 Special Election. YES: 809 NO: 929 46.5% YES, 53.5% In the May 18, 2026 Special Election in which voters had 2 override options, the differences were much greater with a $2 million override option rejected with 416 Yes votes and 1094Continue Reading

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$1.1 Million Dollar Federal Grant to MWCC Supports Student Support Services, Talent Search, and the Educational Opportunity Center From Mount Wachusett Community College: Mount Wachusett Community College (MWCC) has been awarded more than $1.1 million in annual federal funding to continue three TRIO programs that expand access to education andContinue Reading

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Gardner Magazine research shows that music is the “Academic Multiplier”. The decision to fund music in Gardner Public Schools pays many academic dividends as the rest of this article will demonstrate. Listen to this podcast on any device, CLICK PLAY. Years after Brilliant Music Decision, Gardner Mayor Nicholson is AllContinue Reading

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Want even more detail? We have individual news sections on North Central MA, Massachusetts, National News and World News. Each has a separate podcast, narrative, and infographics for your perusal. Weekly News Briefing – Gardner Magazine – for September 27, 2026 Listen to the Weekly Briefing on any device, CLICKContinue Reading

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World News – Week of September 27, 2026 Listen to the World News Briefing on any device, CLICK PLAY. As of late September 2026, the international landscape is defined by an escalating war between the United States and Iran, significant shifts in global trade alliances, and a deepening crisis inContinue Reading

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Top U.S. National News – Week of September 27, 2026 Listen to this U.S. National News Weekly Briefing on any device, CLICK PLAY. The national landscape as of September 27, 2026, is defined by significant shifts in international diplomacy, escalating concerns over autonomous technology, and substantial judicial rulings. High-level negotiationsContinue Reading

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Massachusetts Roundup – Complete State Briefing for 9-27-26 Listen to the Massachusetts State Briefing on any device, CLICK PLAY. As of late September 2026, Massachusetts is navigating a complex landscape defined by severe weather disruptions, critical legislative debates over affordability, and high-stakes legal battles regarding the state’s energy future. AContinue Reading

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North Central MA Weekly Briefing 9-27-26 Listen to the North Central MA Weekly Briefing on any device, CLICK PLAY. As of late September 2026, the North Central and North Quabbin regions of Massachusetts are navigating a complex landscape of environmental, institutional, and fiscal challenges. A significant early-autumn nor’easter has disruptedContinue Reading

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First Fall 2026 WGAW Hotline Radio Show Listen to the entire show on any device, CLICK PLAY. Interview and update with Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson – A discussion abut the Gardner Oktoberfest with the Chair Luge canceled for this year due to weather and safety concerns re wet pavement —Continue Reading

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Infographics below provide additional detail. The following sections provide a detailed breakdown of scheduling, public services, and civic observances. Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson Updates the City Listen to the update on any device, CLICK PLAY. Key updates, community events, and infrastructure developments for the City of Gardner, as outlined byContinue Reading

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Gardner Oktoberfest 2026 is STILL ON! – Here is the statement we received from Rick Walton regarding events of the day: “The party is still happening, adapted of course for the weather. We will be outside and if we get too much rain we go inside. All contests and musicContinue Reading

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Too much info, photos etc. for the home page: Gardner Magazine has the September 24, 2026 speech of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu along with 3 separate reports and 4 separate infographics on this complete page, CLICK HERE.Continue Reading

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Window Project Moving Along at Gardner City Hall Photos from September 24, 2026: The windows being installed at Gardner City Hall are showcased here. Only the street-side section still needs to be done. Simultaneously work is being done at the front of Gardner City Hall. When exactly will it beContinue Reading

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The Phillipston Giant Pumpkin Contest and Fair will take place on October 11, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the Phillipston Common. Phillipston Giant Pumpkin Contest and Fair On the morning of October 11th, the air over the historic Phillipston Town Common will carry the scent of woodsmokeContinue Reading

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First weekend of Fall in Greater Gardner MA Looks Like a Soaking A sunny Thursday will change rapidly to a rainy Saturday, Sunday, and Monday in the Greater Gardner area. It will feel raw and cold in this first weekend of FALL 2026. Thursday September 24th is characterized by sunnyContinue Reading

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Two Articles in One – Westminster South Street Sentinel October 2026 and Town Crier Episode 34 Listen to this DEEP DIVE podcast about the Westminster South Street Sentinel, October 2026. CLICK PLAY. Listen to Episode 34 of the Town Crier podcast with Westminster MA Town Administrator Stephanie Lahtinen which focusesContinue Reading

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Winchendon Police Arrest Two Individuals on Numerous Charges Relating to Self-Storage Break-ins The Winchendon PD issued this Press Release on September 24, 2026: “On 9/12/2026 between 0023-0145hrs and, again, on 9/14/2026 between 0844-1022hrs., several self-storage units located on the property of Winchendon Self Storage (67 Gardner Rd.) were broken intoContinue Reading

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Gardner Magazine with a Tunes of Progress original song release: The Tree (Tree Man) Listen to this modern jazz tune on any device, CLICK PLAY. This original song was written by Werner Poegel and produced under the Tunes of Progress Band name. Some lyrics from the song: {Verse 1}When theContinue Reading

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Wetlands Restoration, Certified Arborists, Land Disturbances, and Training Focus of Mid-September Conservation Meeting. Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Gardner Conservation Commission meeting of September 14th focused on various local environmental and land-use issues. The board discusses ongoing enforcement orders and repair updates for properties onContinue Reading

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Moose Graces the “Model City for America” On the first day of Fall, September 22, 2026, a wandering moose took a tour of the “Model City for America”, Gardner Massachusetts. The massive moose was spotted on Main Street and walking through a parking lot. Gardner Magazine was unable to obtainContinue Reading

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High Caliber Candidates Focus of Appointments Committee Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Gardner Appointments Committee session of September 21, 2026 featured Mayor Michael Nicholson’s introduction of candidates, followed by personal testimony regarding their professional backgrounds and specific qualifications for their respective departments. Notable appointments includeContinue Reading

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Templeton SelectWoman April Cover tonight released a statement of LOVE to her fellow Templeton residents. Cover’s statement is also in favor of a YES vote on the September 28th override vote. Entire statement on PDF, CLICK HERE. Gardner Magazine has created the graphic below of April Cover’s statement of LOVEContinue Reading

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Templeton at a Fiscal Crossroads – The Candace Graves Interview Listen to the interview on any device, CLICK PLAY. In this interview, Selectwoman Candace Graves discusses the severe fiscal crisis facing the town of Templeton, Massachusetts. She advocates for a tax override to address a massive budget shortfall caused byContinue Reading