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The Gardner Traffic Commission committed to increased transparency by implementing a new public tracking system for all traffic-related complaints. Listen to the meeting AUDIO and/or view the infographics we have provided for clarity. Gardner Traffic Commission Answers some Questions and Asks Others. Listen to the entire meeting on any device,Continue Reading

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WGAW to Broadcast Live from Greater Gardner Relay for Life Radio Station WGAW plans to broadcast live from the Greater Gardner Relay for Life opening ceremonies Friday, June 12th at 6pm. Residents are encouraged to attend as even though it’s warm, the Greater Gardner Relay for Life is outfitted withContinue Reading

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Urgent Weather Message – Heat Advisory The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory in effect until 8pm on Friday June 12, 2026 with Heat Index values up to 96 in portions of Central, Eastern, Northeastern, and Southeastern Massachusetts and Northern Rhode Island. Hot temperatures and high humidity mayContinue Reading

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Gardner Disability Commission Discusses Initiatives The Gardner Disability Commission met on June 10, 2026 to discuss several initiatives aimed at improving accessibility and community engagement. Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. Members proposed a summer hiatus while planning a transition to virtual meetings via Zoom or TeamsContinue Reading

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Housing Production Plan Highlight of Planning Board The presentation is included in the meeting. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Gardner Planning Board addressed several local development initiatives at the June 9, 2026 meeting. The Board processed a request to withdraw a site plan modification for 0 Emerald Street,Continue Reading

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Infrastructure and Operations Discussed and Policy Revisions Approved by Gardner School Committee Listen tot he June 8, 2026 meeting on any device. CLICK PLAY. The Gardner School Committee convened on June 8, 2026, to address several infrastructure and operational updates across the district. Members discussed significant cost savings of aboutContinue Reading

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The World of Sully – Gardner’s Fire Department Therapy Dog Hangs Out with K-9 Rocky The Gardner Fire Department posted regarding Saturday June 6th: “So we caught up with Sully today as he had a busy day of visits throughout the City. His First stop was with the Members ofContinue Reading

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Gardner City Council Meets Regarding Budget in Special Meeting The Gardner MA City Council met on June 8, 2026 to consider the FY27 Budget. Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. Gardner Magazine has prepared 2 additional infographics to illustrate the topics under consideration. Find them below. CLICKContinue Reading

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Ceremony Honored Active, Retired, and Deceased Members of the Gardner Fire Department Listen to the ceremony and all the speakers at the event on any device, CLICK PLAY. The event featured a traditional bell-ringing ceremony to remember fallen heroes and provided a platform fot City Leaders to express gratitude forContinue Reading

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Distinguished Hubbardston Selectman Jeffrey L. Williams is Remembered According to a Press Release from the Town of Hubbardston, SEE PRESS RELEASE, CLICK HERE, longtime Hubbardston Select Board Chairman Jeffrey Williams unexpectedly passed away on Tuesday, June 2, 2026. Vice Chair Katie Young stated: “Hubbardston was so fortunate to have citizensContinue Reading

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More than Just Books – The Dynamic Summer Reading Program at the Levi Heywood Memorial Library The popular local resource is taking it to the next level this summer with its Summer Reading Program. Listen to this podcast with the Chair Man and the Chair Lady discussing it all. ListenContinue Reading

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A Weekly Briefing from Gardner Magazine – June 7, 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 June 7, 2026 The second week of June 2026 is characterized by a significant escalation in the U.S.-Iran conflict, which has effectively fractured a fragile ceasefire and triggered ripples across global markets and international events. President Trump has established a hardline diplomatic position, refusing anyContinue Reading

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Top U.S. National News – Week of June 7, 2026 The week of June 7, 2026, is characterized by a “new normal” of military volatility abroad and aggressive executive and judicial maneuvering at home. The conflict between the United States and Iran has reached its 100th day, with a fragileContinue Reading

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Massachusetts News Roundup – Week of June 7, 2026 The week of June 7, 2026, marks a significant period of transition and investigation for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Key developments span legal accountability, public health milestones, and major legislative shifts aimed at supporting upcoming international events. Critical Takeaways: Legal andContinue Reading

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North Central MA News – Week of June 7, 2026 The week of June 7, 2026, in North Central Massachusetts is characterized by significant developments in public safety, fiscal restructuring, and regional infrastructure expansion. A major federal narcotics investigation has linked a sophisticated multi-state trafficking ring to a Gardner resident,Continue Reading

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The News, Interviews, Reports, and Commentaries: History in the Making with WGAW Hotline Radio Listen to the entire show on any device, CLICK PLAY. WGAW Hotline Host Steve Wendell interviewed Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson who spoke about the Gardner School Budget and reflected on the purpose and function of GardnerContinue Reading

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Local Business Thanked for Act of Support The Gardner Police Department put out this statement along with the bottom photograph. (We added the plaque): “We would like to extend our sincere appreciation and gratitude to Salvadore Chevrolet and the Salvadore family for their continued support of the Gardner Police DepartmentContinue Reading

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The “Before and After” of the Lazy Lawn Experiment. I love how my lawn and vine looks in the right corner picture. Publisher’s Lazy Lawn Experiment Concluded – The Inside Scoop I wrote an article last month about the very real concerns regarding the Bee population and that of allContinue Reading

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More information on the Gardner Airport Commission meeting of June 3, 2026 in the infographic below regarding the Gardner Municipal Airport challenges. Navigation Easements, Vegetation Management and Budgetary Constraints Focus of Airport Commission The Gardner Airport Commission met on June 3, 2026 and discussed various issues. The primary challenge involvesContinue Reading