View the proposed Templeton Budget, CLICK HERE. Templeton Holds Budget Hearings – a Select Board member steps down. The Town of Templeton held its budget hearings on March 15, 2025. While the entire budget hearing is available on You Tube, Part 1 view here, – Part 2 view here, GardnerContinue Reading
Official Election Dates in the City of Gardner MA Up for election this year are several offices including Mayor, ward councilors, councilors at large and 3 of the 6 School Committee members. Subject to the approval of the City Solicitor the dates are as follows: Obtain nomination papers beginning AprilContinue Reading
Fido Says “Please” Renew My Dog License Before March 31, 2025 Gardner City Hall on March 17, 2025 reports that about 1/3 of Dog Owners still have not renewed or obtained Dog Licensees for the new year. The Deadline is March 31st. A group of dogs got together and hadContinue Reading
Graphic shows drought conditions in the United States (top) and the 3 month outlook showing improving drought conditions in Northern Worcester County. Greater Gardner MA Still in Moderate Drought – Fires Discouraged The U.S. Drought Monitor shows Gardner in a moderate drought as of 3-11-25. While the seasonal forecast isContinue Reading
Gardner Magazine Releases “Luck of the Irish” for St. Patrick’s Day. Our original Irish Folk Song for St. Patrick’s Day is “Luck of the Irish”. Listen on any device. CLICK PLAY. From the song’s chorus, “The Luck of the Irish, will grant your wish, the Luck of the Irish, onContinue Reading
Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson Updates City with Hotline Radio Interview First up on the show, Gardner Mayor Nicholson, discussing the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget Process already started with Department Heads “I always ask for two numbers. I ask for their wish list, and I ask for a more realistic budget,Continue Reading
Top: Land Application. Middle: Landfill Bottom: Incineration. For additional EPA technical resources, visit the website, CLICK HERE. Some Sludge Facts for Greater Gardner MA It just so happens that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has produced some very interesting Fact Sheets on the basics of sewage sludge and biosolids. 3Continue Reading
Update 3-14-25: Article in another publication alleges ongoing issues at Gardner Burger King. Our previous article showed food prep areas clean with other issues, CLICK HERE. Gardner Magazine will publish a new inspection report when it is made available to us from the Board of Health so our readers canContinue Reading
The building shown 4 years ago before Jon Bombaci embarked on the transformation. Soon to be home to Brilla Coffee. Other plans for the building await a transformer. Recent work done was to prepare for National Grid. 25 Main Street Gardner – Progress and the Wait for Electricity Gardner MagazineContinue Reading
This Week in the Chair City – March 14, 2025 The Gardner Magazine update can be heard on any device. CLICK PLAY. This Week: Various Local issues including the Sludge Landfill — School Committee – Assessors —- Gardner Museum — Events Coming Up – Around the Chair City — UpcomingContinue Reading
Board of Assessors consists of Assessor Christine Kumar, Chair Charles “Chuck” Leblanc, and member Paulette Burns. Gardner Board of Assessors meets with Charles in Charge The Board met on March 12, 2025. Listen to the exciting 5 minute meeting on any device. CLICK PLAY. Assessor Christine Kumar stated that “asContinue Reading
The Gardner Board of Health sent Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson a letter regarding concerns about the Gardner Landfill, CLICK HERE. Conservation Commission Discusses Problems with Sludge Landfill Residents Alan Rousseau and Paul DeMeo spoke about alleged ongoing issues at the Gardner Sludge Landfill. Members discussed the possibility of modifying itsContinue Reading
Gardner Magazine Releases “We’ve Got the Sludge” – A Funky Environmental Song Debate and comments regarding the proposed Sludge Landfill Expansion in Gardner Massachusetts continue on almost a daily basis at Gardner Committee meetings and even at the Templeton Select Board Meeting of March 12th. Supporters cite economics and theContinue Reading
A number of topics and some resolutions at nearly 4 hour Templeton Select Board Meeting. Summary: During the lengthy (nearly 4 hour) Select Board Meeting, the following occurred: Citizen comment was heard, Selectman Tim Toth criticized the media including Mass Live and Gardner Magazine for our inquires into the AdamContinue Reading
Local Healthcare Providers Are Hiring – What Positions are available… Community Health Connections is located right next to Walmart off Route 68 in Gardner. Here are some of the positions: LICSW/LMHC – $3000 sign on bonus, Family Physician with a $20,000 sign on bonus, RN or LPN for Substance UseContinue Reading
Update: 3-12-25 8:56pm: During the Templeton Select Board Meeting. a motion to remove Board Chair Michael Currie was discussed and Currie resigned as Chair prior to a vote. Vice Chair Mathew Rivard will serve as Chair until a reorganization of the board at the next meeting March 26th. The resignationContinue Reading
Gardner School Committee Meets on March 10, 2025 Teacher Joseph Lillie received recognition regarding his efforts in teaching English and life skills to those seeking to learn English. The Committee approved the Consent Agenda. Several members discussed progress on the Auditorium. Finance discussion included mention of the deficit due toContinue Reading
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One Week Countdown for Winchendon Nomination Papers Nomination Papers are available in Winchendon Town Clerk’s office for Annual Town Election to be held on May 5, 2025, BUT, they must be obtained and turned in on or before Monday, March 17, 2025 at 5pm. Available Terms: ONE-3-year term for Moderator,Continue Reading
Westminster Town Administrator Stephanie Lahtinen Launches Podcast The Town of Westminster has launched an informative podcast to keep “Westminster residents informed one episode at a time.” Listen on any device. CLICK PLAY. Lahtinen states the podcast will be released every couple of weeks. From the town of Westminster, “Welcome toContinue Reading
Parks Await Visitors in Gardner MA Park Street Park is shown accessible with no snow after warm temperatures this week. It boasts a beautiful view of Crystal Lake. The Monument Park Bandstand is shown empty. Soon, it will be home to a band during one of the Summer Band Concerts.Continue Reading
Progress on 2 Different Projects in the Chair City Hazardous material remediation has started at the building located at Willow and Main. When done, the building will be demolished. Work on the Gardner Fire Department roof continues. CLICK IMAGE for larger view.Continue Reading
Maki Park has been mentioned in dozens of articles on Gardner Magazine. CLICK HERE for list. Mayor Nicholson previous December statement regarding this issue, CLICK HERE. Council President George Tyros statement to City Council, CLICK HERE Investigation Launched September 2024, CLICK HERE. COMPLETE INVESTIGATION REPORT, CLICK HERE. Publisher’s Note: TheContinue Reading
Gardner Magazine Releases “Welcome Back Birds” – Inspirational Pop Song An inspirational song about much more than these beautiful creatures. Listen on any device. CLICK PLAY. From the song “To learn from a bird and its song, to listen now and live ever strong, to participate in every experience, fullyContinue Reading
Hotline Radio Daylight Savings Eve Show On the last day before Daylight Savings Time on March 8, 2025, WGAW Hotline Radio host Steve Wendell had various interviews, reports, segments, and commentary. Listen to the program on any device, CLICK PLAY Gardner Mayor Nicholson explained the Williams Rockwell Grant Announcement, andContinue Reading
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