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Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson Explains the 1.2 cent Electric Increase to Residents We have a Press Release from the Mayor and a spreadsheet which explains and illustrates the issue even further. We thank the Mayor for his usual transparency. CLICK FOR SPREADSHEET. This is a follow up to a relatedContinue Reading

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Gardner Magazine is publishing a very complete set of information here in this article regarding the reasons for the electric rate increase in Gardner despite a plan which runs through 2028. Electric Rates Up in Gardner MA Despite 3 Year Plan – Here’s Why… First Point Power Rate Adjustment –Continue Reading

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The Tale of Two Overrides – The Challenges of Templeton MA and Winchendon MA – Complete Analysis Residents in Templeton and Winchendon are currently navigating critical financial decisions to sustain municipal operations and infrastructure. Max and Maxine Rogers debate the options. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. Templeton voters areContinue Reading

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Photo shows Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson holding a canvas presented to the City by Gardner Magazine on occasion of the Mayor’s 2000 Days in Office and in recognition of the strategic initiatives that have led to Gardner MA being labeled a “Model City for America.” 2000 Days Towards the “ModelContinue Reading

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We’re calling it a “Triple Play” of Meetings as all three meetings relate to the finances involved in various municipal and private projects in the City of Gardner Massachusetts. Actively engaged in all of this are Mayor Michael Nicholson, City Councilors, the Economic Development Department, the Engineering Department, and evenContinue Reading

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State Representative Jonathan Zlotnik Casts Vote for Energy Affordability Bill passed by MA House View Press Release, CLICK HERE. The Energy Affordability Bill is described by Zlotnik would result “in over $9 billion in savings for utility ratepayers over the next decade. According to the Press Release: “While there areContinue Reading

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Here’s the actual vote: Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. Butler explained her auditing approach emphasizing “professional skepticism” and independence. Butler advocates for transparency and “no surprises”, citing instances where she reported internal policy bypasses (e.g. shipping items without production orders.) City Auditor Search Committee to Make Recommendation to GardnerContinue Reading

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Complete page many reports, infographics, video, and podcasts relating to American Infrastructure. View the complete page, CLICK HERE. An Ambitious Gardner Magazine Report Project: Infrastructure Evolution of the U.S. Gardner Magazine has prepared a page with many reports from different perspectives and topics relating to American Infrastructure. View the completeContinue Reading

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Gardner Magazine Reports: Better Money Management Gardner Magazine has several reports for individuals of all ages and circumstances to achieve financial freedom, get out of debt, save more money and/or achieve better money management. For the complete page, CLICK HERE. The reports feature extensive textual narrative, detailed infographics with comprehensiveContinue Reading

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Poedm.net provides AUDIO commentary, podcasts, DEEP DIVES, and DEBATES which cuts through partisanship, presents solutions with simple common sense, and preserves the dignity of all people. Our National Podcast Site, Poedm.net Gets an Upgrade Poedm.net was launched in 2024. Recently, the site was upgraded to include podcasts, Deep Dives, andContinue Reading

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Stay on Track – Gardner Magazine Guide to Overcoming Financial Distractions The Chair Man and the Chair Lady discuss how to overcome financial distractions in this “Deep Dive” podcast on Financial Wellness. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. Some key takeaway suggestions: Consistently check in on finances to make theContinue Reading

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This Week’s Expanded Edition of our Weekly News Magazine “This Week in the Chair City” for Friday, December 12, 2025 Listen to “This Week in the Chair City” on any device. CLICK PLAY. In this week’s Edition: Gardner PD recognition, Christmas singing, Holiday Craft Fair, performance of Handel’s Messiah, FreeContinue Reading

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Auditor Search Committee meets following John Richard’s Resignation As John Richard resigned from the position as City Auditor for the City of Gardner, a special search committee was formed. Listen to their first meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Special Search Committee meeting for the Gardner City Auditor wasContinue Reading

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Fiscal 6 – The Interview with Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson Fiscal 6 is the 6th Fiscal Year Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson has been in office and that started on July 1, 2025. We spoke with the Mayor about various needs and issues, and how things have changed over the lastContinue Reading

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Details of Federal and 3rd party AUDITS in the packet for the May 5th City Council meeting, CLICK HERE. They did it again! – 4 years running! In a communication to the Gardner City Council for the May 5th meeting, Mayor Michael Nicholson thanked his financial team of Auditor JohnContinue Reading

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Bill McKinney on Running Winchendon Lean – Prop 2/12 Not Keeping Up with Inflation Winchendon’s Town Manager has taken a sharp pencil to Winchendon’s budget and informed the community last year that the upcoming budget would need an override. Coming up in Winchendon this year is a vote at theContinue Reading