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DeMeo, Brunelle, and Blake Mislead the Public Again A Facebook post on that Rogue Facebook Group falsely claimed that the City of Gardner had confiscated through legal action the WGAW property for non-payment of taxes (property records card documents Steve Wendell owns the property) . Gardner Magazine has confirmed thatContinue Reading

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Gardner Magazine Weekly Briefing for August 2, 2026 The Chair Man and the Chair Lady go over the week in this podcast. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. The week of July 27 to August 1, 2026, was characterized by a complex intersection of environmental emergencies, legislative activity, and escalatingContinue Reading

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World News – Week of August 2, 2026 The week of July 27 to August 1, 2026, was marked by a significant escalation in global volatility, centered primarily on a widening conflict between the United States and Iran. Following a brief pause in hostilities necessitated by dwindling U.S. munition stockpiles,Continue Reading

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Top U.S. National News – Week of August 2, 2026 The week of July 27 to August 1, 2026, was characterized by escalating military engagement in the Middle East, a contentious domestic political landscape regarding executive appointments and voting procedures, and widespread public health and environmental emergencies. Key developments include:Continue Reading

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Massachusetts News Roundup – Week of August 2, 2026 The transition from July to August 2026 in Massachusetts was defined by a frenetic conclusion to the formal legislative session on Beacon Hill, resulting in landmark healthcare and immigration policy shifts while leaving significant economic and energy packages unresolved. Key developmentsContinue Reading

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North Central MA News – Week of August 2, 2026 During the period of July 27 to August 1, 2026, North Central Massachusetts faced a confluence of environmental, infrastructural, and economic challenges. A severe Level 2 Significant Drought and record-breaking heatwaves reaching 100°F triggered regional water bans and significantly impactedContinue Reading

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The WGAW Hotline Radio Show of August 1, 2026 included Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson, a commentary by Mike Urban on housing issues in the Commonwealth, a commentary by Werner Poegel on Massachusetts issues including 9 ballot questions, Steve Wendell’s campaign for “Benevolent Dictator of the Commonwealth”, an interview with VeronicaContinue Reading

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Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson Responds to City Council Request for Information on Building Permit Process Flow At a June Gardner City Council meeting, the Council voted to ask the Mayor for more information on a Building Permit workflow issue which temporarily took the Assessors Office out of the loop. GardnerContinue Reading

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Greenwood Pool to Re-Open after Filtration System Repairs From the City of Gardner: ““NOTICE Sunday August 2nd, 2026 Pool Re-Opening Work on our filtration system concluded, so you can expect Greenwood Memorial Pool to re-open on Sunday after we have finished preparing the pool for swimmers. We want to thankContinue Reading

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CLICK for complete page, CLICK HERE. Here is just one of the multimedia podcasts featured on the page. Listen on any device. The Top News Stories of July 2026 – The 19 Communities of Greater Gardner MA In a massive page of news articles for each of 19 communities, aContinue Reading

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Credit Scores – Myths vs. Reality – A Gardner Magazine Report Listen to the Chair Man and the Chair Lady in this podcast. CLICK PLAY. Listen to this DEBATE with Max and Maxine Rogers on any device, CLICK PLAY. Many consumers approach credit management with the diligence of a high-achievingContinue Reading

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Special District-Wide Meeting August 3rd in Templeton The Narragansett Regional School District is holding a special district-wide meeting on Monday August 3rd at 6pm to be held at the Narragansett Middle School Safka Auditorium at 460 Baldwinville Road in Baldwinville. The doors will open 1 hour earlier at 5pm forContinue Reading

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Gardner MA is undergoing a positive transformation with many projects in the works. This meeting of the Community and Economic Development Committee documents the long list. Our infographics illustrate much of the information. Gardner’s Huge List of Ongoing Projects Reviewed at July Development Meeting Listen to the meeting on anyContinue Reading

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Westminster MA Releases South Street Sentinel for August 2026 The month of August 2026 in Westminster is defined by significant community-led initiatives, municipal legislative challenges, and high-profile public events. The primary focus is the 39th Annual Neighbors Helping Neighbors (NHN) Town Benefit Day on August 9, which serves as the town’s largestContinue Reading

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Topics at the Gardner Board of Health Meeting of July 27, 2026 included many of the core responsibilities of the Board of Health such as hazardous materials in buildings which need to be addressed, upholding the Tobacco control laws, handling landlord-tenant conflicts when issues under its jurisdiction arise, and more.Continue Reading

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From the City of Gardner: “Monday July 27, 2026. Pool Closed. Greenwood Memorial Pool is closed today due to a filtration failture. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience while repairs are completed. Updates regarding reopening will be shared as they become available.”Continue Reading

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Chestnut Street United Methodist Church Welcomes the Community The August 2026 newsletter for Chestnut Street United Methodist Church, CLICK HERE. serves as a comprehensive guide to upcoming parish activities and spiritual teachings. It begins with a theological devotion focused on the concept of divine multiplication, encouraging members to trust thatContinue Reading

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JUMP TO SECTION: North Central MA News — State News of the Week —- National News of the Week — World News of the Week Gardner Magazine Weekly Briefing for July 26, 2026 The Chair Man and the Chair Lady go over the week in this podcast. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. The final week ofContinue Reading

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World News – Week of July 26, 2026 The final week of July 2026 was characterized by a dramatic convergence of geopolitical escalation, economic protectionism, and environmental crises. In the Middle East, a tentative pause in direct U.S.-Iran airstrikes was overshadowed by a Houthi-led naval blockade that propelled Brent crudeContinue Reading

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Top U.S. National News – Week of July 26, 2026 The week of July 20–26, 2026, was characterized by a significant escalation in Middle Eastern hostilities, a fundamental shift in U.S. trade policy, and a series of domestic health and environmental crises. Militarily, the United States engaged in thirteen consecutiveContinue Reading