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Personnel and Administrative Matters – Resignation of Titi Siriphan, City Clerk, Focus of Appointments Committee Meeting Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Gardner Appointments Committee met on April 28, 2026, to manage various personnel and administrative matters for the city. During the session, members reviewedContinue Reading

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Updates, Challenges, Costs, and Negotiations Discussed at Finance Committee Meeting Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Gardner Finance Committee met on April 27, 2026, to discuss various municipal updates, starting with the City Clerk’s positive report on the successful implementation of electronic poll pads duringContinue Reading

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Gardner Magazine would be pleased to feature your church or non-profit in an article. Simply send the info to News@GardnerMagazine.com. Spiritual and Operational Priorities of the Chestnut Street United Methodist Church – May 2026 Listen to a “Deep Dive” podcast on any device, CLICK PLAY. CLICK on the graphic forContinue Reading

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UPDATE 4-29-26 2pm: Issue has been resolved. The Board of Assessors is back in the workflow loop. Participation in the workflow allows the Assessor to identify upcoming projects and calculate “new growth” for valuation purposes which is essential for the City of Gardner. Assessors Meeting Reveals Critical Workflow Breakdown –Continue Reading

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Printable letter size version of above 2026 Williams-Rockwell Gift Awards, CLICK HERE Awards sorted by amount, Word Doc CLICK HERE,,—PDF CLICK HERE. — Spreadsheet CLICK HERE Williams-Rockwell 2026 Education Gift Awards Detailed On April 21, 2026, the City of Gardner announced the distribution of $240,331.62 in grants from the Williams-RockwellContinue Reading

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Airport Commission Meeting on April 26, 2026 centered on a proposed Boston RC Jet Club Operational Agreement. Airport Commission Meets Regarding Boston RC Jet Club Proposed Usage Agreement Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. This special meeting of the Gardner Airport Commission regarded a proposal by theContinue Reading

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Reserve by sending an email to Info@GardnerMuseumInc.com The Joy of Everyday Garden Vegetables Revealed at the Gardner Museum The Gardner Museum on Pearl Street in Gardner MA is having an evening with author, traveler, and plant lover Varla Ventura as she presents “The Cottage Garden of Earthly Delights” Thursday, AprilContinue Reading

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News Roundup: Greater Gardner MA, North Central MA, Massachusetts News, U.S. National News, and World News Developments Greater Gardner MA News is found on our home page. Other news sections on lower on the home page: JUMP TO: North Central MA News — State News of the Week —- National News of the Week — World NewsContinue Reading

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World News Week of 4-26-26 As of April 26, 2026, major global headlines are dominated by a security incident involving President Trump, intense diplomatic deadlock in the Iran war, and escalating regional conflicts. Key stories include the emergency evacuation of President Trump from the White House Correspondents’ Dinner due toContinue Reading

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Top U.S. National News Stories Week of April 26, 2026 The top U.S. national news stories center on a major security incident at a high-profile dinner in Washington, D.C., ongoing foreign conflicts, and political developments. Top Stories for the Week of April 26, 2026: Shooting at White House Correspondents’ Dinner:Continue Reading

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State of Massachusetts News Roundup Week of April 26, 2026 The top news stories in Massachusetts focused on a tragic domestic incident in Wellesley, major shifts in Boston sports, and a series of college closures. Crime & Safety Wellesley Murder Case: Authorities charged Janette MacAusland, 49, with the murder ofContinue Reading

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North Central MA News – Week of April 26, 2026 For the week of April 26, 2026, top stories in North Central Massachusetts, focus on community arts in Princeton and Fitchburg, as well as significant state-wide political discussions regarding youth social media bans. Top North Central Massachusetts Stories: Art inContinue Reading

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Fire, Building, and Health Department Updates at Public Safety Meeting Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. Fire Department: Significant budget overages in overtime and vehicle maintenance. New safety grants funded radios. One-year delay for a critical new ladder. Resignation of firefighter leaves an opening. Building Department:Continue Reading

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Development, Discipline, and Dimensional Variances Subject of Lively Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting The Gardner Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) meeting on April 22, 2026, focused on a diverse range of applications, including residential renovations, telecommunications infrastructure, and dimensional variances. Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. KeyContinue Reading

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Westminster MA Civic, Government, and Community Events for May 2026 The Westminster South Street Sentinel May 2026 edition, CLICK HERE, details various civic and community events scheduled for the Spring and Summer of 2026. Important Dates: Annual Town Election is April 28th and the Annual Town Meeting is May 2nd.Continue Reading

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INTERVIEW: Candidate for State Representative Michael Nicholson Listen to the entire interview on any device, CLICK PLAY. Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson is a candidate for the State Representative seat in the 2nd Worcester district, aiming to succeed the long-serving Jon Zlotnik. Michael Nicholson defines his approach to governance through theContinue Reading

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Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. Personnel, Fiscal Responsibility, and Accessibility Among Topics of City Council The Gardner City Council met on April 21, 2026 and confirmed various appointments. The council authorized a five year contract for a police policy delivery system and approved salary stepContinue Reading

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For more information on candidate Nathan Boudreau, visit his website, CLICK HERE. INTERVIEW: Candidate for State Representative Nate Boudreau Listen to the entire interview on any device, CLICK PLAY. Nathan Boudreau is a candidate for the State Representative seat in the 2nd Worcester district, aiming to succeed the long-serving JonContinue Reading

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World News Week of 4-19-26 As of April 19, 2026, major global news is dominated by the escalating Iran-U.S. conflict, with Iran re-closing the Strait of Hormuz, prompting U.S. threats of military action against infrastructure while negotiations move to Pakistan. Other top stories include ongoing, fragile ceasefires in Lebanon, aContinue Reading

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Top U.S. National News Stories Week of April 19, 2026 As of April 19, 2026, top U.S. national news is dominated by President Trump sending negotiators to Pakistan for talks with Iran amid a precarious ceasefire and Strait of Hormuz blockade. Other major stories include Blue Origin’s successful first landingContinue Reading