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5 Essential Takeaways from the Upcoming Heywood Healthcare Diabetes Health Fair Taking proactive steps toward diabetes prevention and management is one of the most effective ways to protect your long-term health and well-being. To help community members navigate their care with confidence, Heywood Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Nutrition—a member of HeywoodContinue Reading

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Cannabis Truths – A Gardner Magazine Report Voters on November 3rd will decide whether to continue the legal use of cannabis in Massachusetts. Voters should know that studies show people who use cannabis and drive will do so whether it’s legal or not. Here’s a debate on the issue, CLICKContinue Reading

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Mother Nature Providing Great Weather for Heywood Healthcare 5K on Saturday The Heywood Healthcare Healthy Harvest 5K is Saturday October 24th. Registration opens at 8am (you can register same day if you want) Race start time is 9am. It’s a fundraiser for local healthcare programs. The 2026 Heywood Healthcare HealthyContinue Reading

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West Nile Detected in Gardner Mosquito – Risk Level Remains LOW The following is a Press Release from the Gardner Health Department on October 6, 2026: The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (MDPH) has confirmed that West Nile virus (WNV) was detected in a mosquito sample collected in Gardner recently.Continue Reading

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Gardner Board of Health Meeting of October 5th Had some Mind-Boggling Surprises Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. Mind-Boggling Local Surprises Hidden in the Board of Health Meeting bring High-Stakes Drama: To the uninitiated, a Board of Health meeting sounds like an infallible cure for insomnia—aContinue Reading

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Gardner’s upcoming festival season represents a strategic opportunity for local economic stimulation and community engagement. The Gardner License Commission reviewed a diverse slate of applications, prioritizing logistical feasibility and public safety. Gardner License Commission Decisions Affecting Community Events The Gardner License Commission met on September 8, 2026, to review and authorize several specialContinue Reading

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Heywood Healthcare Recognized Again for Investing in the Future of Healthcare… Heywood Healthcare announced the ability to expand learning opportunities for healthcare students on September 8, 2026. This is what Heywood Healthcare posted: “Exciting news from Athol Hospital! We’re proud to announce that Athol Hospital has officially been approved byContinue Reading

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A Powerful and Memorable WGAW Hotline Radio Show – Labor Day Weekend Edition Listen to the entire program on any device, CLICK PLAY. First up on Hotline Radio: Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson – A discussion with the Mayor about Willow Street with construction beginning within the week and lasting aboutContinue Reading

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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