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Editorial: Shedding A Light on Greater Gardner Homeless Resources The homeless are not forgotten in Gardner. In fact, there are a number of excellent, highly vetted resources in the Chair City and the region who provide help to those who need it. This commentary sheds some light on these organizations.Continue Reading

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Growing Places latest to Sign Lease for space at Waterford Community Center Growing Places signed a lease on December 18, 2024 for use of the kitchen and space at Waterford Community Center. Various officials were on hand plus staff from Growing Places and even 2 area farmers. Speakers included GardnerContinue Reading

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Gardner Police Department to Hold Food Drive Supporting Gardner CAC and Gardner Senior Center The Gardner Police Department has announced that it is launching a new event: The First Annual Fill-A-Cruiser Food Drive. Event will be held in front of the Gardner PD on Saturday, November 23, 2024 from 9amContinue Reading

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Waterford Community Center Lease Signed with Gardner CAC On November 8 2024, Gardner Mayor Nicholson and Julie Meehan, CAC Director signed a lease for use of a portion of the Waterford Community Center. It is a grant lease with no monthly payment due in consideration for what the Gardner CommunityContinue Reading

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Representative Jonathan Zlotnik announced state funded grants for the greater Gardner area. The grants were awarded as part of the Executive Office of Economic Development’s Community One Stop for Growth program, which streamlines the application process for communities and other eligible entities seeking to access various economic development grant programs.Continue Reading

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Those wishing to contribute a coat to the Winter Coat Drive may drop them off at the Gardner Museum on Pearl Street in Gardner. Worcester County Sheriff Kicks off Winter Coat Drive The Worcester County Sheriff’s Office and Worcester County Reserve Deputy Sheriff’s Association goal is to deliver 4,000 newContinue Reading

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Running on His Record – Interview with Jonathan Zlotnik Gardner Magazine spoke with State Representative Jonathan Zlotnik about his record. Listen to the entire interview on any device, CLICK PLAY. Zlotnik describes how he has put working families first. He speaks about fighting for the wallets of his constituents. ZlotnikContinue Reading

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GAAMHA Receives $225,000 in Funding Non-profit GAAMHA is receiving $225,000 in funding including $200,000 in Federal funding secured by Lori Trahan and $25,000 in State funding secured by Jonathan Zlotnik. Congresswoman Trahan wrote, “For over 50 years, GAAMHA, Inc.’s wide range of mental health and addiction programs have helped thoseContinue Reading

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Aimee from Gardner CAC speaks about the FREE Thursday Fellowship Meal Listen on any device. CLICK PLAY. Fellowship dinners are available for take-out on most Thursdays, October-May. Dinners must be picked up at 4:30 pm at the Gardner CAC on Pleasant Street, Gardner. Visit the Gardner CAC website, CLICK HERE. Make aContinue Reading

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Patriotism Alive in Gardner with Flag Raising Ceremony at Care Central VNA Care Central VNA and Hospice posted “Flag Raising Ceremony at 34 Pearly Lane 10/8/24 Care Central VNA & Hospice, Inc. proudly raised its American Flag on Tuesday, donated by U.S. Representative Lori Trahan. Holly Chaffee, President & CEOContinue Reading

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BREAKING NEWS: Heywood Healthcare has announced its official stand-alone exit from Chapter 11 bankruptcy. President and CEO Rozanna Penney stated, “We are proud to exit Chapter 11 bankruptcy as an independent community-owned and community-governed organization.,” COMPLETE PRESS RELEASE HERE.Continue Reading

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The Gardner CAC has seen a 63% increase in demand for service for its food security programs. In the one year period from July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024 The Gardner CAC has provided services to over 13,000 individuals. A very good organization to support. Website, CLICK HERE. SecureContinue Reading

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A Commentary – Short Documentary on GAAMHA – Service to the Community Commentary and information on this beloved non-profit. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. Community Based Day Services…. Employment Services…. Substance Use Disorder Residential Services… Transitional Supporting Housing…. Permanent Housing…. Community Support Services …. Recovering Coaching… Transportation Services GAAMHAContinue Reading

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GAAMHA Contractor Quits, Blames Social Media Harassment According to GAAMHA President and CEO Shawn Hayden, a contractor working on septic system improvements at the 827 Green Street facility quit abruptly via email, sending a screenshot of a Social Media posting allegedly by Paul DeMeo and informing GAAMHA that they didContinue Reading

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GAAMHA plans to hold its 2nd annual Christmas Tree Fundraiser this Fall. Last year, over 500 Christmas trees were sold. This year visitors will be able to meet two of the rarest ponies on earth, Hope and Chestnutt. GAAMHA’s Shawn Hayden on Pony Births and Ongoing Family of Services GardnerContinue Reading

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11th Annual Greater Gardner Nation Night Out – August 8, 2024 The 11th Annual Greater Gardner National Night Out will be held on Thursday, August 8, 2024 from 5:30 to 8pm at Gardner High School, 200 Catherine Street in Gardner. Activities include bounce houses, obstacle courses, basketball hoops, hydro blaster,Continue Reading

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Many Electric Customers in Ashburnham to see Lower Rates Effective September 1, 2024, the Ashburnham Municipal Light Plant is separating the Customer Charge, Distribution Charge, and Purchased Power Charge. The result creates a small decrease in the monthly bill for many customers. For example the total bill for a residentialContinue Reading

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CDBG Grants Announced in Front of School Street School School Street School has been vacant for almost 40 years, has fallen in to disrepair, often has vandals and police calls. Gardner applied for a Community Development Block Grant to demolish the building and received it along with others to benefitContinue Reading

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Summer Reading Program To Begin at Levi Heywood Memorial Library Library Director Stephanie Young Provided some more information. Listen on any device. CLICK PLAY. The Summer Reading Program Kickoff Event is Wednesday, June 26, 2024 from 5 to 7pm at the Levi Heywood Memorial Library on West Lynde Street inContinue Reading

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GAAMHA operates 15 locations in North Central Massachusetts from Leominster to Greenfield and is considered a leader in the battle against substance use disorders. For more information about the organization, visit the website, CLICK HERE. or call (978) 632-0934 GAAMHA Chooses Shawn Hayden as President – Has Been with Non-profitContinue Reading

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First Responder Day Held at Levi Heywood Memorial Library The First Responder Event was held Saturday May 18, 2024 from 9 to 11am at the Levi Heywood Memorial Library. Coordinators of the Event included: Gardner PD Lieutenant John Czasnowski, , Firefighter and S.A.F.E. Program Coordinator Sean Kelley, Library Director StephanieContinue Reading

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Massachusett Law, click here. Food Pantry liability, click here. Gardner CAC has a Food Pantry located at 294 Pleasant Street in Gardner and would love your donations. Website with secure donation ability, CLICK HERE. Open a Food Pantry at Your House – NO, you can’t do that… A Gardner residentContinue Reading