MassDot
MassDOT commencing resurfacing and rumble strip work The project will begin on April 18th and will involve Green Street, Gardner MA to Winchendon MA. Delays are expected.Continue Reading
Good Friday
Good Friday is 4-15-22 in Greater Gardner MA Thank you Jesus for what you did for us. More on Good Friday, CLICK HERE. Our article on Easter, CLICK HERE. Our Churches page, CLICK HERE.Continue Reading
Upcoming Meeting
Gardner MA City Council Facing Costs at Tuesday 4-19-22 Meeting Due to unanticipated increases in costs, the City of Gardner repaving project needs an additional $1.8 million dollars and the Gardner City Council will tackle this at the upcoming session. Complete Agenda, CLICK HERE. A Real **** Show! and HeadContinue Reading
4th of July
Gardner Magazine launches 4th of July Independence Day Initiative for Greater Gardner MA In anticipation of more community celebrations, functions, activities, and events this year, we have created a page called The Independence Day Initiative with listings from 19 different communities. We’re seeking info from communities, organizations, businesses, and individuals. Continue Reading
Independence Day – 4th of July
The Independence Day Initiative Celebrations in honor of our nation’s independence in communities around Greater Gardner MA Jump to: Ashburnham – Ashby – Athol – Barre – Gardner – Hardwick – Hubbardston – New Salem – Oakham – Orange – Petersham – Phillipson – Princeton – Royalston – Rutland –Continue Reading
Recreation
Gardner Athletic/Recreation Director Daniel Forte was recently recognized for excellence by both the School District and the City of Gardner. Reach Athletic/Recreation Director Daniel Forte at (978) 632-1600 ext. 1800 Gardner Police Explorers: Website Gardner Youth Commission: Website Greater Gardner MA Recreation in Full Play Whether it’s a Summer ProgramContinue Reading
Finance Committee
Who’s at fault? ASPHALT. Gardner MA Finance Committee Confronts Asphalt at 4-13-22 Meeting The Gardner MA Finance Committee met on Wednesday 4-13-22 and approved various recommendations to the City Council including $10,000 in additional funding for Downtown trash receptables due to price increases, the $75,000 annual amount to maintain theContinue Reading
Furniture Turnings
Furniture Turnings Plaza Conceived for Gardner MA Furniture Turnings Plaza is an inspirational concept. CLICK HERE.Continue Reading
Appointments
The Appointments Committee consists of George Tyros, Chair, and members Judy Mack and James Walsh. Gardner MA Appointments Committee sifts through more than 20 appointments. Mayor Michael Nicholson attended via phone. The Mayor has been out of the office, but according to his aide Colin Smith, “he’ll be back inContinue Reading
School Committee 4-11-22
Busy Gardner MA School Committee Meeting on April 11, 2022 As is often the case, the School Committee opened the meeting with recognitions. It was noted that out of 10 School districts participating in the Winter Reading Challenge, Gardner students read 1/3 of all the books. Students were awarded gifts.Continue Reading
Covid Seesaw
Should you have Covid symptoms, your best source of advice is your family doctor who can advise of appropriate treatments and protocols. Covid in Context, Cases Up, Hospitalizations Relatively Low in MA The Massachusetts Department of Public Health reports that 243 people are in the hospital right now in MassachusettsContinue Reading
Grilled Cheese
April 12, 2022 is Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day in Greater Gardner MA Enjoy a grilled cheese sandwich today at home or at your favorite restaurant. For more on this day, CLICK HERE.Continue Reading
Inflation Impact
. The Gardner City Council will meet again on Tuesday April 19, 2022. For our City Council page and to view the most recent meetings, CLICK HERE. Rising Prices Impact Gardner MA Current and Upcoming Budget Where possible, Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson has attempted to take advantage of lower contractedContinue Reading
Awaiting Police Report
As Gardner MA Awaits Investigative Report… As Gardner residents await the results and consequences of the Investigative Report on the Gardner Police Department, the dozens of serving officers help keep Gardner safe Day and Night. Many thanks for your service. For the Gardner Police Department Facebook page, CLICK HERE FromContinue Reading
Package Gate
Fedex has promised to reach back out to us for further comment once the investigation is complete. Investigation into Gardner MA Package Drops Gardner Magazine reached out to Fedex regarding Gardner resident complaints about packages being delivered to incorrect locations in the Chair City and accusations that Fedex refused toContinue Reading
Distracted Driving
April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month in Greater Gardner MA Distracted driving kills thousands in the U.S. every year. Drivers both young and old use handheld devices while driving. Other distractions which take time away from the seconds needed to avoid an accident can be talking to others in theContinue Reading
Smith 4-8-22
Watch the Gardner MA Mayor’s update on the City of Gardner’s YouTube page or visit our Mayor’s update page, CLICK HERE. *On the film “Mr. Smith Goes to Washington”, click here. While Mr. Nicholson goes to Washington, *Mr. Smith Fills in for Gardner MA Weekly Update The Mayor’s aide, ColinContinue Reading
Surgical Pavilion
Surgery to be State-of-the-Art at Heywood Hospital in Gardner MA Construction crews are visible daily at Heywood Hospital, laying the groundwork for the new Surgical Pavilion being built in the coming months. The current surgical area at Heywood Hospital in Gardner MA was built over 50 years ago and isContinue Reading
Egg Hunt
Templeton MA Lions Club Easter Egg Hunt The Templeton Lions Club spent an evening stuffing nearly 2000 eggs for their annual Easter Egg Hunt to be held April 16, 2022 at 10am (Weather permitting) Updates will be posted on their Facebook page. CLICK HEREContinue Reading
Food Truck
Printable poster PDF format CLICK HERE Printable poster jpg format CLICK HERE Google Interactive Map Gardner MA 5th Annual Food Truck Festival to be Saturday, July 9, 2022 According to Gardner City Hall, “Gardner MA will be hosting it’s 5th Annual Food Truck Festival on Saturday, July 9th from 1pmContinue Reading
Easter
Easter Sunday in Greater Gardner MA is April 17, 2022 Easter commemorates the resurrection of Jesus from the dead. It is described in the New Testament of the Holy Bible as having occurred on the third day of his burial after the crucifixion. The supernatural resurrection from the dead ofContinue Reading
Earth Day
Greater Gardner MA Earth Day is April 22, 2022 This year’s theme is ‘Invest in Our Planet.’ Various cleanup activities are being held throughout the area on various dates. Best to check your own community for details. For more on Earth Day, CLICK HERE.Continue Reading
