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Incident in Ashburnham 10-14-26 – FULL REPORT The Ashburnham Police Department issued 2 Press Releases, one from the Department, CLICK HERE, and a thank you from Chief Conrad, CLICK HERE. Ashburnham Police Operation and Suspect Apprehension: On the morning of October 14, 2026, the Ashburnham Police Department, in coordination withContinue Reading

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Consequential School Committee Meeting Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The October 15, 2026, regular meeting of the Gardner School Committee addressed major municipal governance disputes, capital facility updates, district administrative policy changes, and student achievements. The central governance issue involved a proposed City Council ordinanceContinue Reading

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Popular Annunciation Parish Fall Bazaar is October 16 to October 18, 2026 in Gardner MA – FULL COVERAGE Listen to this podcast about the event on any device, CLICK PLAY. Crafting the Perfect Fall Tradition: Highlights from the 2026 Annunciation Parish & Holy Family Academy Bazaar Is there anything quiteContinue Reading

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If you need assistance with the app, Beacon Connect support email is support@gobeacon.com or you can call GPS at (978) 632-1000, ext. 4570. Gardner Public Schools Launches “Beacon Connect” on Tuesday, October 13th Parents of Gardner Public School students will be able to stay connected to their child’s Gardner PublicContinue Reading

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Gardner Police Department Announces Columbus Day Drug Bust The following is the Press Release from the Gardner Police Department: “This morning, 10/12/2026, members of Gardner PD and the North Worcester County Drug Task Force executed a search warrant at 242 Pine St #2 in Gardner. As a result of theContinue Reading

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Winchendon Fall Festival 2026 a Big Success – Date Planned for Next Year The Winchendon Fall Festival was held on October 10, 2026 was a huge success. Hundreds of people attended the event which had many vendors. Organizer Nicole Roberts has already posted next year’s date as October 9, 2027.Continue Reading

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North Central – North Quabbin MA Weekly News Briefing for October 11, 2026 Listen to the weekly North Central MA Briefing on any device, CLICK PLAY. As of October 11, 2026, municipalities across North Central Massachusetts, Greater Gardner, and the North Quabbin region face an interconnected set of environmental, financial,Continue Reading

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A special infographic on Massachusetts Public Safety and Legal Enforcement Trends is below: Massachusetts Weekly Briefing for October 11, 2026 Listen to the Massachusetts Weekly Briefing on any device, CLICK PLAY. This briefing synthesizes key political, legal, economic, public health, and community developments across Massachusetts for October 11, 2026. MajorContinue Reading

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Top U.S. National News – Week of October 11, 2026 Listen to the Weekly National News Briefing on any device, CLICK PLAY. As of October 11, 2026, the United States faces a complex array of domestic political battles, legal and judicial controversies, severe weather disruptions, national security challenges, and majorContinue Reading

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World News Weekly Briefing – Week of October 11, 2026 Listen to the World News Briefing Podcast for October 11, 2026 on any device, CLICK PLAY. As of October 11, 2026, the international landscape is characterized by expanding regional conflicts, severe trade and supply chain disruptions, public health threats, andContinue Reading

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WGAW Radio Columbus Day Weekend Hotline Radio Show On the Columbus Day Weekend Hotline Radio Show on WGAW which aired on October 10, 2026, Gardner Mayor Nicholson provided an extensive update, Werner Poegel provided a commentary and report on Columbus Day, and the audience heard the entire Healey-Minogue Debate. ListenContinue Reading

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Hubbardston Fall 2026 Special Town Meeting Town of Hubbardston’s Special Fall Town Meeting, scheduled for Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at 7:00 PM at the Hubbardston Center School. The warrant addresses eleven primary articles, covering municipal financial adjustments, historic preservation grants, regulatory general bylaws, comprehensive zoning updates to match Massachusetts GeneralContinue Reading

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Enforcement action was a collaborative effort with extensive interagency involvement: Led by the U.S. Attorney’s Office, DEA, FBI, IRS-CI, and Massachusetts State Police, supported the Massachusetts National Guard, the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office, and by nine local police departments including Leominster, Fitchburg, Clinton, Worcester, Gardner, Lunenburg, Webster, Holden, and Millbury.Continue Reading

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2 additional infographics are featured below. Borrowing – Savings – Hiring Freeze – Strategies – Topics of Gardner Finance Committee The Gardner Finance Committee met on October 9, 2026. Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Gardner Finance Committee convened on October 9, 2026, to address keyContinue Reading

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Following a failed override vote in September, Templeton voters will make critical decisions at this Town Meeting which will impact Public Safety and other positions in the town. A printable version of the article graphic is available (CLICK HERE) A printable version of the Citizen Guide is available (CLICK HERE)Continue Reading

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One of the infographics below shows the eligibility table by household size and income. Massachusetts Announces the Middle Income Heating Oil Relief Program Listen to this podcast on any device, CLICK PLAY. To address the rising cost of home heating oil, Governor Healey has made additional Massachusetts state funds availableContinue Reading

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Realities Faced by the Senior Center in Gardner MA Listen to the Council on Aging meeting of 10-5-26 on any device, CLICK PLAY. Facility Repair Costs and Budget Deficits were discussed: Unanticipated, critical repairs to the senior center’s aging elevator—including load retests and a full circuit board replacement—along with anContinue Reading

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Gardner Airport Commission Addresses Critical Infrastructure Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Gardner Airport Commission convened on October 7, 2026, to address critical infrastructure projects, fiscal constraints, operational policies, and lease agreements. The meeting occurred against the backdrop of a major citywide budget shortfall announced byContinue Reading

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Traffic Commission Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Gardner Traffic Commission met on September 29, 2026, to address key municipal traffic control, parking policy revisions, neighborhood safety petitions, and grant-funded infrastructure projects. The primary focus of the meeting centered on resolving communication and enforcement challenges regardingContinue Reading

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What’s Happening in Athol Massachusetts in early Fall 2026 Recent local news, municipal projects, public safety developments, environmental initiatives, and community events in Athol, Massachusetts (October 2026). Key highlights include statewide recognition for municipal energy efficiency, crucial public safety funding and facility advisories, public pushback regarding recreational infrastructure proposals, andContinue Reading

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What’s Going On in Ashby MA as of October 8, 2026 An overview of recent municipal updates, operational milestones, infrastructure investments, and public safety activities in Ashby, Massachusetts. Key takeaways include the securing of substantial federal and state grant funding totaling over $718,000 across road paving, public safety, and historicalContinue Reading

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Little Anthony’s Closes – Has message for Customers Little Anthony’s Restaurant has been open in Winchendon for over 3 decades, having been founded by the LaGrassa family in 1993 and later sold in 2024 to retired educator Alexis Curry. Little Anthony’s was noted for its seafood, burgers, and ice cream.Continue Reading