Top U.S. National News – Week of September 20, 2026 Listen to this national news briefing on any device, CLICK PLAY. As of late September 2026, the United States is navigating a period of significant political upheaval, rapid technological militarization, and evolving national security challenges. The executive branch has intensifiedContinue Reading
Massachusetts News Roundup – Complete State Briefing for September 20, 2026 Listen to the Massachusetts Weekly Briefing on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Commonwealth of Massachusetts is currently navigating a period of significant judicial, political, and economic transition. The legal landscape is dominated by high-profile criminal cases and trials involvingContinue Reading
North Central MA Weekly Briefing 9-20-26 Listen to this comprehensive briefing podcast on any device, CLICK PLAY. The North Central Massachusetts and North Quabbin regions are currently navigating a complex landscape of infrastructure modernization, fiscal realignment, and a historic push for resource equity. Central to the regional discourse is theContinue Reading
WGAW Hotline Radio Extended Edition – Gardner Updates, Construction and Events – Westminster Update Listen to the entire show on any device, CLICK PLAY. First up on WGAW Hotline Radio: Steve Wendell spoke about chopping down a hickory tree because it was interfering with satellite. FREE wood is available. BringContinue Reading
Additional infographics on the 2026 Chili and Chowder Taste Off and the Chicken Poo Bingo are below, CLICK Image for larger view. Double Header Chamber Event on October 15th to be One Great Time! On the same night as the Chili Taste-Off which this year boats 8 local favorites –Continue Reading
Council on Aging Zeroes Out Fiscal Year 2026 But Discusses Budget Issues for Fiscal Year 2027 Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Gardner Council on Aging (COA) meeting held on September 15, 2026, focused on the closeout of Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) and the initialContinue Reading
An Update from Gardner Mayor Nicholson on City Hall Projects and Construction Updates From Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson: ” Beginning on Monday, September 21, 2026, crews will be returning to City Hall to complete the painting work on the front portico of the building. The timeline needed to complete thisContinue Reading
Scheduled Workshops and Events: Pins for Possibilities Event – Great Example of Community Cooperation The Gardner Area League of Artists (GALA) and the Winchendon Community Action Committee (CAC) have partnered to launch “Pins For POSSIBILITIES,” a major community fundraiser and arts engagement initiative scheduled for October 8, 2026. Held atContinue Reading
Gardner MA Temporary Tap Water Changes – COMPLETE COVERAGE Beginning September 21, 2026, the City of Gardner Water Department will implement a temporary change in its water disinfection process, transitioning from chloramines to free chlorine. This shift is a proactive measures designed to address low chloramine residuals caused by nitrificationContinue Reading
Downtown Sleuth None Other Than Mayor Michael Nicholson Using his keen eyes of observation, the Mayor noticed the signs and then Mayor Nicholson posted: “Three new signs showed up in Downtown Today! Getting closer to fully welcoming Brilla Coffee Roasters to the Chair City.” Brilla Coffee has been eagerly anticipatedContinue Reading
Motorcyclist Sustains Serious Injuries in Collision with Bear A 71-year old male Orange MA resident sustained serious injuries in a collision with a 160 pound bear while traveling on Route 122 in Petersham. The man was flown via Life Flight to U-Mass Memorial Medical Center in Worcester. The bear wasContinue Reading
CVS Back open after Facade Collapse The Gardner MA CVS is back open after contractors took needed action. From the Gardner Fire Department: “Yesterday, Group 2 responded to CVS on Main Street for a reported building collapse. Firefighters arrived to find a large portion of the façade that had brokenContinue Reading
Printable copy of above, CLICK HERE. Ashburnham to Hold Street Fair on September 20th Listen to this podcast covering the upcoming Ashburnham Street Fair on September 20th. CLICK PLAY. The Celebrate Ashburnham Street Fair is a premier community event scheduled for Sunday, September 20, 2026. Presented by Cushing Academy andContinue Reading
Our infographics below illustrate the issue very thoroughly. Topic of Historic Preservation Dominates Gardner Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting The Gardner ZBA met on September 15, 2026. Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. On September 15, 2026, the Gardner Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) convened toContinue Reading
Our 4 infographics cover 1. The Gardner Finance Committee Meeting 2. Beyond the Balance Sheet, 5 Critical Shifts 3. Journey of a Property from Tax Delinquency to New Beginnings 4. Navigating the Municipal Ledger – a guide to municipal finance based on the subjects covered at the meeting. Finance CommitteeContinue Reading
Publisher’s Note: City Council meetings are often dismissed as dry, procedural affairs, but the decisions reached during the Public Safety Committee meeting on September 15th represent a significant “hardware update” for Gardner’s infrastructure. To the casual observer, parking ordinances and speed limit adjustments might seem like minor clerical shifts. However,Continue Reading
Printable version of above, CLICK HERE. 21st Annual Gardner Oktoberfest and Chair Luge is Saturday, September 26th Listen to the Chair Man and the Chair Lady discuss this exciting Gardner event. CLICK PLAY. The Gardner Oktoberfest and Chair Luge, scheduled for Saturday, September 26, 2026, represents a significant community celebrationContinue Reading
Gardner MA School Committee Meeting of September 14, 2026: We cover facilities and infrastructure status, academic performance and strategic planning, governance and the city charter, administrative actions, and various updates. View the infographics below for additional details. Gardner School Committee Meets for First time this School Year Listen to theContinue Reading
Templeton Select Board Meets on Regular Items and has Special Guests Narragansett School District Superintendent Chris Casavant spoke to the Select Board about Civic Engagement. Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson spoke on grant funding opportunities and answered questions about how Gardner has been successful with grants. The Templeton Select Board tookContinue Reading
This video explains the event in great detail and it might make you crack a smile. The Great Gardner Shredding Event is Saturday November 7, 2026 beginning at 9am at the Gardner Landfill, 744 West Street, Gardner. Countdown to the Great Gardner Shredding Event The countdown to the Great GardnerContinue Reading
Gardner Magazine has additional podcasts for each of the following complete briefing articles as well as infographics.North Central MA News of the Week, Massachusetts Weekly News Roundup, National News Briefing, and World News Briefing Gardner Magazine Weekly Briefing – September 13, 2026 Listen to the Weekly Briefing podcast on anyContinue Reading
World News – Week of September 13, 2026 Listen to this World News Briefing on any device, CLICK PLAY. As of mid-September 2026, the international community faces a convergence of high-stakes military escalations and economic disruptions. The Middle East has entered a period of acute instability, with direct military exchangesContinue Reading
Top U.S. National News – Week of September 13, 2026 Listen to the National News Briefing on any device, CLICK PLAY. As of mid-September 2026, the United States is navigating a period of significant geopolitical, domestic, and legal volatility. Externally, the nation is engaged in an escalating military conflict withContinue Reading
Massachusetts News Roundup – September 13, 2026 Listen to the Massachusetts Weekly News Roundup on any device, CLICK PLAY. As of mid-September 2026, Massachusetts is characterized by high-stakes political friction, significant legal developments, and a major public health milestone. Politically, the finalization of a razor-thin Senate recount has underscored aContinue Reading
North Central MA Weekly Briefing – September 13, 2026 As of September 13, 2026, North Central Massachusetts is navigating a complex landscape defined by environmental volatility, significant civic milestones, and shifting political dynamics. The region is currently under a Flood Watch following a period of drought recovery, highlighting a trendContinue Reading
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