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View our complete page with infographics, several reports, “DEEP DIVE”, “DEBATE”, and short video, CLICK HERE. AM-FM and WGAW – Why one of the City’s Oldest Media Choices is Still So Dominant. Gardner Magazine compiled facts from many sources and the results were very clear: 96% of car owners viewContinue Reading

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Gardner MA Dry But Not Expected to Develop Drought Now Through August Gardner May be Dry, but drought will not be a problem at least through August, 2026 according to Drought.Gov. The Map shows drought persisting in Western MA and in Eastern MA including Boston. Right now, only 7% ofContinue Reading

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Additional information is in the infographics below. CLICK IMAGE for larger view. Westminster Town Crier Episode 26 – Summer Safety and PFAS Updates The latest Town Crier Podcast Episode with Westminster Town Administrator Stephanie Lahtinen provides a comprehensive update on municipal affairs and local events heading into the summer season.Continue Reading

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Further meeting coverage is provided through the infographics below. CLICK IMAGE for larger view. Who Pays the Bill? – Abatements – Budget Reviews Focus of Public Service Committee The Gardner Public Service Committee met on Thursday, May 21, 2026. Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. TheContinue Reading

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Cell Tower and Multi-Family Focus of ZBA The Gardner Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) meeting held on May 19, 2026, focused on two primary cases: a continuance for a cellular tower installation and a special permit application for a residential property conversion. Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICKContinue Reading

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61st Commencement Exercises at Mount Wachusett Community College – 850 Graduates Mount Wachusett Community College (MWCC) celebrated the academic achievements of its 61st graduating class on May 20, 2026 at the college’s Gardner campus. A total of 850 students graduated, with 430 associate degrees and 553 certificates conferred. Many graduatesContinue Reading

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From the City of Gardner: “The City of Gardner will commemorate Memorial Day with a parade and ceremony featuring the Gardner High School Band. Beginning at the American Legion 22 Elm Street 9:30 a.m. Ceremonies at Monument Park. In case of rain, proceed to City Hall Auditorium.” On this MemorialContinue Reading

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Councilors wished Councilor Karen Hardern well who has been absent due to a back problem. Get well soon, Councilor Hardern. City Council Holds Meeting with 7 of 11 Councilors Present Alek Dernalowicz was elected City Council President Pro-Tem to lead the meeting in the absence of City Council President GeorgeContinue Reading

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Feds Nab 18 in Multi-State Gardner MA Drug Bust An unusual Federal Bust has nabbed18 Defendants on various charges in conjunction with an alleged drug trafficking and money laundering scheme including 9 from North Central MA. According to the Press Release, the scheme was coordinated by a man in Gardner.Continue Reading

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Update 5-20-26: This is the link to the Gardner Safety Action Plan page. It is loaded with information and Gardner Magazine highly recommends viewing it, CLICK HERE. Also, here is the form to sign up for the Mailing List, CLICK HERE. Committee Transitions from Data Analysis to Identification of SafetyContinue Reading

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View our complete report page, CLICK HERE which contains a comprehensive analysis, identifies 7 Surprising Truths that defined cinema history, and an analysis of genre evolution. We also include infographics and a short VIDEO. Gardner Magazine Reports – The Top Movies of the Last 100 Years Our complete report page,Continue Reading

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A Weekly Briefing from Gardner Magazine – May 17, 2026 The Chair Man and the Chair Lady discuss the news of the week including Greater Gardner MA, North Central MA, the State of Massachusetts, National News, and World News. They tie it all together in a great podcast. Listen onContinue Reading

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World News – Week of 5-17-26 The third week of May 2026 is characterized by a sharp escalation in global kinetic conflicts, significant diplomatic maneuvers between world powers, and the emergence of a new international health crisis. Central to the current geopolitical landscape is the increasingly fragile state of theContinue Reading

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Top U.S. National News Stories Week of May 17, 2026 The week of May 17, 2026, was characterized by the continued consolidation of President Trump’s political influence, escalating military tensions in the Middle East, and significant upheaval within federal agencies and domestic infrastructure. Domestically, the Republican primary in Louisiana signaledContinue Reading

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State of Massachusetts News Roundup – Week of May 17, 2026 The week of May 17, 2026, in Massachusetts was defined by a critical public safety incident in Cambridge, significant legislative maneuvers regarding the state budget, and a landmark shift in municipal technology policy. A violent shooting on Memorial DriveContinue Reading

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North Central MA News – Week of May 17, 2026 The North Central Massachusetts region, specifically the municipalities of Gardner, Fitchburg, and Leominster, is navigating significant fiscal challenges and major infrastructure transitions. The most critical developments include a substantial $793,000 budget deficit in Gardner Public Schools, which has necessitated $1.5Continue Reading

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Fire, Police, Building, and Health Department Budgets and Initiatives Discussed at Public Safety Meeting The Gardner Public Safety Committee met on May 15, 2026. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Fire Chief highlighted the need for a new “floater” position to mitigate rising overtime costs and discussed critical facilityContinue Reading

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The WGAW Hotline Show of May 16, 2026 featured a commentary by Werner Poegel on the Gardner Landfill. It is provided separately for your convenience. WGAW Hotline Radio May 16, 2026 Listen to the entire show on any device, CLICK PLAY. First up: Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson’s FULL May UpdateContinue Reading

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Once again, another accolade contributing to Gardner’s distinction as the “Model City for America” as Heywood Healthcare is featured as a great model for patient safety by the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine. Congratulations, Heywood Healthcare! Copy of above graphic in printable letter size, CLICK HERE. Heywood Healthcare FeaturedContinue Reading