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Our Weekly News Magazine: “This Week in the Chair City” for Friday September 19, 2025 Listen to our Weekly News Magazine: “This Week in the Chair City”, September 19, 2025 edition on any device, CLICK PLAY. In this edition: Election Results – Chapter 90 Signing – New Clubhouse and RestaurantContinue Reading

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To Inspire your “Zing” Gardner Magazine releases the original POP song “Got the Zing” Listen to the original song about energy and getting involved in your community in a positive way. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. From the song: “Enthusiasm is contagious, energy can be outrageous, you can beContinue Reading

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ZBA Acts on Walnut Street Property The Gardner Zoning Board of Appeals meeting on September 16, 2025 concerned a possible 7 unit project on Walnut Street. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Gardner Zoning Board of Appeals had two special permit applications before it concerning the property at 63Continue Reading

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Golf Commission Considering New Clubhouse and Restaurant The Gardner Golf Commission met on September 15, 2025. Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson was there to explain the suggested legal process should the Commission wish to pursue a new clubhouse and restaurant including a feasibility study to assess costs, funding mechanisms, and theContinue Reading

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Gardner Preliminary Election Results 2025 Preliminary Election for Gardner Mayor. Candidates are Kimberly Blake, Ann DeBarros, and Michael Nicholson. The 2 candidates with the highest number of votes will advance to the regular election in November. Unofficial Results from City Clerk on pdf, CLICK HERE Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson wasContinue Reading

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Last Council Meeting of Summer 2025 The Gardner City Council met on September 15, 2025. At the beginning of the meeting, Mayor Nicholson informed the Council that the last vote on non-union compensation did not have the requisite 6 votes to count. And, as 8 votes would be required forContinue Reading

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Multi-vehicle Collision with Lumber Truck Closes Route 2 On September 15, 2025, a late morning collision involving at least 6 vehicles and a lumber truck closed Route 2 near Exit 79 at the Phillipston – Templeton line. As of 1pm, the westbound lanes were closed and drivers were advised toContinue Reading

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Gardner Magazine Releases “Cool Councilors” about 11 Public Servants “Cool Councilors” is an original song about the 11 members of the Gardner City Council. Each member brings their own skills and the song celebrates these 11 cool people. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. From the song: “Cool Councilors, coolContinue Reading

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Public Safety Committee Hears from Building, Police, Fire, and Health Departments Gardner City Councilors Brooks, Cormier, and Hardern listened to updates from the various departments on September 12, 2025. Listen to the entire meeting on any device. CLICK PLAY. Building: The new Building Commissioner Melissa MacDonald stated that she justContinue Reading

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Election Commentary with Werner Poegel – Why It’s Important to Vote on September 16th Listen to the commentary on any device, CLICK PLAY. “If you’re happy with the success of the last 5 years, you need to get out and vote. If you’re happy that many problems have been solvedContinue Reading

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The Election Commentary from today’s Hotline Radio Show can be found separately on our Editorials and Commentary page, CLICK HERE. Hotline Radio with Various Updates, Commentary, Segments, and Interviews heard on September 13, 2025 Listen to the entire program on any device, CLICK PLAY. Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson speaks aboutContinue Reading

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Erika Kirk Speaks to the Nation Just before 8:30pm Eastern Time on September 12, 2025, Erika Kirk, widow of Charlie Kirk who was murdered this week, spoke to the nation. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. Erika brought a message of love of Jesus Christ, of family, and of theContinue Reading

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Our Weekly News Magazine: “This Week in the Chair City” for Friday September 12, 2025 Listen to our Weekly News Magazine: “This Week in the Chair City”, September 12, 2025 edition on any device, CLICK PLAY. In this edition: City Finances, agreements and proposals — Public Service updates — SchoolContinue Reading

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Complete Agenda and Packet, CLICK HERE. Gardner Finance Committee Hears from City Treasurer on Various Matters Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Gardner Finance Committee heard from City Treasurer – Collector Jennifer Dymek who provided an update on tax collections, including real estate, personal property,Continue Reading

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Planning Board Discusses MWCC Addition to Building at Linus Allain Avenue Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Gardner Planning Board Meeting on September 9, 2025, primarily focused on a proposed development for Mount Wachusett Community College at 42 Linus Lane Avenue, which includes a 2,000Continue Reading

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The Seal of the City of Gardner designed by local artist Harrison Cady in 1922 features Colonel Thomas Gardner in the center, with a view of Crystal Lake and Mount Monadnock in the background, and five smaller circles with a chair (representing the furniture industry) and the letters W, W,Continue Reading

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Ongoing Projects Discussed at Public Service Meeting Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Gardner Public Service Committee met on September 9, 2025 regarding various municipal updates and ongoing projects. Key topics included road paving initiatives which received a significant increase in state funding despite aContinue Reading

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Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. Commission Addresses Range of Conservation-related Issues The Gardner Conservation Commission took up an emergency certification for a Beaver Dam breach at the Otter River Conservation Area, and held discussions on enforcement orders and notices of intent. Other key topics included:Continue Reading

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Gardner Preliminary Election Has 3 Candidates On the ballot for the Preliminary Election on Tuesday, September 16, 2025 are the choices for Mayor. Candidates are incumbent Mayor Michael Nicholson, and challengers Ann Debarros and Kimberly Blake. Top 2 vote getters will face off in November. Polling Places are: Ward 1AContinue Reading

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“Greg” will be Cutting Hair in Gardner James Kraskouskas posted: “Opening Tuesday September 9th, Greg’s Cuts 10 Pearson Blvd. Gardner next to Anthony’s Liquor Mart and KFC/Taco Bell. Join us on day one as a new era in hair styling and cuts comes to Gardner. Let’s all welcome Greg!” GardnerContinue Reading

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Publisher’s Note: The Gardner Fire Department often posts about severe weather, difficult calls, fire concerns, fire safety, and so much more to help keep you and your family safe. Lieutenant Eric Hulette is just one of the many men and women on the Gardner Fire Department who think outside ofContinue Reading