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
Zoe’s on the Green
Watch this 5 minute meeting on YouTube. CLICK HERE. The Gardner MA License Commission held a special meeting on 4-5-22 Discussed was the seasonal alcohol license for Zoe’s on the Green to operate at the Gardner Municipal Golf Course. It was approved subject to a facility inspection. Angela DiPrima commentedContinue Reading
National Pet Day
Hug your pet with love on this day and every day! National Pet Day in Greater Gardner MA is Monday April 11, 2022 This day is dedicated to our pets and is also a day to highlight pet adoption. It’s a day to schedule missed veterinary care or grooming. NationalContinue Reading
Job Scene
Gardner MA Employers looking for Workers Jobs are available in the Greater Gardner MA area. The lion’s share of these positions are in the hospitality/restaurants/and retail arena with many open positions. More than a half dozen local manufacturers are looking to hire. Other positions are in construction, health/medical, and recreation.Continue Reading
City Council 4-4-22
Watch this meeting on the City of Gardner YouTube page or our City Council page. CLICK HERE What the Gardner City Clerk’s office does: Issues Birth, Death, and Marriage Certificates. Issues Marriage Licenses. Issues Business Certificates. Issues Dog Licenses. Issues Raffle and Bazaar Permits. Elections Administration and Supervision. Administers theContinue Reading
Covid 4-1-22
Massachusetts Covid Positivity under 2% as of 4-1-22 Trends bode well for the Greater Gardner area as shown by the map at left. The City of Gardner is identified by the red G. CLICK MAP for larger view.Continue Reading
Rietta Opening 2022
Rietta Flea Market opens for another season Rietta Flea Market of Hubbardston MA opened for the 2022 season on 4-3-22. Even around noon time the parking lot was busy. Admission to the flea market is FREE. Vendors pay $35 for a space. Rietta celebrated its official 50 year anniversary inContinue Reading
Construction
The facility is just to the right of the Gardner Walmart. Construction Season is Well Underway in Greater Gardner MA Community Health Connections anticipates December 2022 opening. Home Construction Home construction is humming along on Route 2A at the Gardner/Templeton line. Some of the homes are in Gardner and othersContinue Reading
South Gardner
Growth in South Gardner MA South Gardner MA is experiencing growth and revitalization. At left is the soon-to-open Gardner Spirits location. Below are photos of the South Gardner Laundromat and the South Gardner Fire Station.Continue Reading
Mill Street Corridor
Mill Street Corridor in Gardner MA a mix of Success and Unfinished Business. Almost 10 years ago, the Mill Street Corridor Renewal Plan was published in August 2012 as prepared for the City of Gardner Redevelopment Authority. As you read the report, you will see that a lot has beenContinue Reading
