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The infographics below provide additional information on this meeting. CLICK any image for a larger view. Dates of upcoming Flu Clinics are listed below. Gardner Board of Health Addresses Hazardous Trees and Discusses Updates on Infrastructure Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Gardner Board ofContinue Reading

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Societal and Political Receptions More information below in infographic form for your perusal covering details of the new MA law and the late-term abortion debate in Massachusetts. CLICK any IMAGE for larger view. New MA Abortion Law Ignites Abortion Debate The consequences of the new Massachusetts abortion law signed intoContinue Reading

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Topics at the Gardner Board of Health Meeting of July 27, 2026 included many of the core responsibilities of the Board of Health such as hazardous materials in buildings which need to be addressed, upholding the Tobacco control laws, handling landlord-tenant conflicts when issues under its jurisdiction arise, and more.Continue Reading

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View the Complete Press Release from Heywood Healthcare, CLICK HERE. View the Complete Press Release from the State of Massachusetts, CLICK HERE. North Central MA Childcare Gets a Boost – Groundbreaking Pilot Funding Childcare in North Central MA is getting a boost. We have combined two short “Deep Dives” coveringContinue Reading

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Air Quality in Greater Gardner MA Impacted by Northern Wildfires Air quality in Greater Gardner MA today is being significantly impacted by thick smoke plumes originating from Canadian and northern Minnesota wildfires. This wildfire smoke has lofted into the jet stream and mixed down to the surface, causing a milky,Continue Reading

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View additional details in the infographics below and in the Complete Press Release, CLICK HERE. Heywood Healthcare School-Based Services Named 2026 Outstanding Community Health Worker Program of the Year The Massachusetts Association of Community Health Workers (MACHW) has recognized Heywood Healthcare’s School-Based Services program as the 2026 Outstanding Community HealthContinue 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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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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Heywood Healthcare Announces Appointment of Chief Medical Officer Heywood Healthcare has appointed Dr. Kavita Babu to the position of Chief Medical Officer and Vice President of Medical Affairs. According to the COMPLETE PRESS RELEASE, CLICK HERE, Dr. Babu brings more than 20 years of clinical and leadership experience and isContinue 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

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View our complete article page with complete narrative, infographics, and more. Listen here to the “Deep Dive” podcasts and watch the short produced video. Bees are important. BEE Populations in Decline – What’s Being Done Gardner Magazine has a complete report on the critical role of pollinators. Bee populations inContinue Reading

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Board of Health Discusses “Presby System” and Landfill Challenges During Meeting The **Gardner Board of Health convened on May 11, 2026, to address several municipal infrastructure and public health matters. A significant portion of the meeting involved approving a local upgrade for a failing septic system on Otter River Road,Continue 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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Short Board of Health Meeting Addresses a Number of Topics There was a rather short Gardner Board of Health meeting on April 6, 2026 at which Lauren Saunders was introduced at the newly appointed Health Director. This is Saunders second time in the position. You may recall Health Director SaundersContinue Reading

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Is the Second time a Charm? Lauren Saunders is Director of Public Health in Gardner Lauren Saunders has been chosen as the Director of Public Health in Gardner. It had come down to two candidates who were interviewed at a March 12th meeting, Saunders and Assistant Director Angelia DiPrima. Saunders’Continue Reading