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World News Week of April 13, 2026 On April 13, 2026, top world news was dominated by President Trump announcing a U.S. Navy blockade of the Strait of Hormuz following failed peace talks with Iran in Pakistan. Concurrently, severe fighting continued in the Middle East, while a pivotal election inContinue Reading

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Top U.S. National News Stories Week of 4-13-26 The top U.S. national news stories are heavily dominated by the failure of peace talks with Iran and subsequent military escalations, along with space exploration milestones and political developments. Here are the top stories: U.S.-Iran Ceasefire Talks Collapse / Strait of HormuzContinue Reading

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State Massachusetts News Roundup Week of 4-13-26 Top Massachusetts news includes surging gas prices reaching an average of $3.89 per gallon, a major apartment fire in Sunderland, and legislative action against youth social media use. Key developments also feature the retirement of a high-ranking State Police lieutenant from the KarenContinue Reading

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North Central Massachusetts News Week of April 13, 2026 For the week of April 13, 2026, top stories in North Central Massachusetts include a deadly motorcycle crash in Lancaster, a dirt bike driver’s arrest for attacking a Fitchburg officer, and the ongoing, successful search for a missing monitor lizard inContinue Reading

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“Town Meeting 101” Guide incorporated in the Westminster Town Crier Episode 23 Listen to the podcast on any device, CLICK PLAY. Westminster Town Administrator Stephanie Lahtinen provides a comprehensive municipal update regarding upcoming community events and local governance. The discussion highlights springtime activities such as the farmers market, town cleanupContinue Reading

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Gardner Fire Department Provides Mutual Aid to Hubbardston Brush Fire – Highlights High Fire Risk Gardner’s Truck 5, Truck 10, and C1 responded to the Town of Hubbardston on Saturday, April 11, 2026. The firefighters were there to put out a brush fire. GFD posted: “Please use extreme caution whenContinue Reading

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For a printable letter-size version of above, CLICK HERE to download. Mount Wachusett Community College Releases Year-End Celebration Schedule All events will be held on the Gardner campus at 444 Green Street, Gardner, MA 01440. Details, live streams, and programs will be posted at mwcc.edu/celebrate. The 61st Commencement Ceremonies are MayContinue Reading

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Area 4-1-1 on April 11th: WGAW Hotline Radio The WGAW Hotline Radio Show on April 11, 2026 provided listeners with the 4-11 (a play on the date) , details on area goings on. Listen to the entire program on any device, CLICK PLAY. Gardner Mayor Nicholson was first up onContinue Reading

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Budget, Elections, and Meetings Warwick MA Here are the upcoming town meetings, elections, and events scheduled for spring 2026: Elections & Town Meetings Annual Town Meeting: Scheduled for May 4, 2026. Annual Town Election: Scheduled for May 18, 2026, with polls open from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM. State Primary:Continue Reading

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Budget, Elections, and Meetings Royalston MA Meetings in Royalston, MA, for April 2026 include the Annual Town Election held on April 6, a Capital Planning meeting on April 8, and a Select Board meeting on April 9. Key upcoming meetings listed include the Bridge Committee (April 15), Athol-Royalston Regional SchoolContinue Reading

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Budget, Elections, and Meetings Rutland MA Rutland, MA has several crucial meetings and elections regarding the FY2027 budget and annual town business. Key upcoming dates include the Annual Town Meeting on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at 6:00 P.M. at Glenwood Elementary School, followed by the Annual Town Election on Monday,Continue Reading

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Budget, Elections, and Meetings Princeton MA Several key meetings and events are happening soon in Princeton, MA, focusing on town infrastructure and upcoming elections. Upcoming Meetings & Events (April 2026) Selectboard Meetings: Scheduled for April 15, 2026, at 3:00 PM. Cemetery & Environmental Action Committees: Meetings held April 13, 2026,Continue Reading

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Budget, Elections, and Meetings Petersham MA Upcoming meetings in Petersham, MA, include the Petersham School Committee meeting on April 8, 2026, at 6:00 PM at the Center School, featuring a FY27 budget vote. The Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness Committee meets April 9, 2026. The Annual Town Election is scheduled for AprilContinue Reading

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Budget, Elections, and Meetings Orange MA A Tri-Board meeting (Finance Committee, Select Board, School Committee) was held April 8, 2026, at 6:00 PM in the Ruth B. Smith Auditorium to discuss the FY2027 budget. Additionally, upcoming meetings include Elementary School Committee (Apr 13), Open Space Planning (Apr 14), and SelectmenContinue Reading

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Budget and Meetings Oakham MA Upcoming meetings in Oakham, MA, in April 2026 include several Board of Selectmen meetings and finance-related discussions. Key upcoming dates from the Oakham Calendar include: Board of Selectmen Meeting: April 14, 2026, at 7:00 PM. Board of Selectmen Meeting: April 28, 2026, at 7:00 PM.Continue Reading

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Budget and Meetings New Salem MA Upcoming events in New Salem, MA, in April 2026 include a Finance Committee Meeting on April 13, 2026, at 6:30 PM, a Select Board Meeting on April 13, 2026, at 7:00 PM, and a Building Department Fee Schedule Public Hearing also on April 13,Continue Reading

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Several key budget and town meetings are scheduled in Hardwick, MA. Upcoming Budget & Town Meetings Select Board & Finance Committee Joint Meeting: met Monday, April 6, 2026, at 6:00 PM (Myron E. Richardson Municipal Building). This meeting included a discussion on the Fiscal Year 2027 Budget for the HighwayContinue Reading

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Budget, Elections, and Meetings Barre MA Here are the recently held and upcoming budget meetings, elections, and public meetings: Elections Annual Town Election: Was Monday, April 6, 2026, with polling locations at the Senior Center (Precinct 1) and American Legion Post 2 (Precinct 2). Budget & Town Meetings Finance CommitteeContinue Reading

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Publisher’s Note: We have elevated this to a front-page story rather than just having it appear on the Athol page because it is a case study which could very well be replicated in the region as other decisions are made. Athol’s Recent Election and Ramifications Recent election results in AtholContinue Reading

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Budget, Elections, and Meetings Ashby MA Several important meetings and events are scheduled in Ashby, MA, in April 2026, including the Annual Town Election and various public hearings. Elections & Voting Annual Town Election: Monday, April 27, 2026, 7 a.m. – 8 p.m. at Ashby Elementary School. Last Day toContinue Reading

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Budget, Elections, and Meetings Winchendon MA Several key budget meetings, town meetings, and elections are scheduled in Winchendon, MA, for April and May 2026, primarily focused on the FY2027 budget and annual town governance. Key Upcoming Events Annual Town Election: Monday, May 4, 2026. Annual Town Meeting: Monday, May 18,Continue Reading

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Budget, Elections, and Meetings Westminster MA Several key budget meetings, elections, and town meetings are scheduled in Westminster, MA, in April and May 2026. The major events include the Annual Town Election on April 28 and the Annual Town Meeting on May 2, focusing on the Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26)Continue Reading

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Budget, Elections, and Meetings Templeton MA April 16, 2026: Advisory Committee Meeting (6:30 PM). April 16, 2026: Advisory Committee Meeting (6:30 PM). — May 13, 2026: Annual Town Meeting (6:00 PM) at Narragansett Regional Middle School Auditorium. — Select Board Meetings: Generally held on Mondays twice a month at 6:30 PM at the TownContinue Reading