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Multi-vehicle Collision with Lumber Truck Closes Route 2 On September 15, 2025, a late morning collision involving at least 6 vehicles and a lumber truck closed Route 2 near Exit 79 at the Phillipston – Templeton line. As of 1pm, the westbound lanes were closed and drivers were advised toContinue Reading

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Public Safety Committee Hears from Building, Police, Fire, and Health Departments Gardner City Councilors Brooks, Cormier, and Hardern listened to updates from the various departments on September 12, 2025. Listen to the entire meeting on any device. CLICK PLAY. Building: The new Building Commissioner Melissa MacDonald stated that she justContinue Reading

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Publisher’s Note: The Gardner Fire Department often posts about severe weather, difficult calls, fire concerns, fire safety, and so much more to help keep you and your family safe. Lieutenant Eric Hulette is just one of the many men and women on the Gardner Fire Department who think outside ofContinue Reading

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Group from Alyssa’s Place plants ribbons at Gardner City Hall Alyssa’s Place made this post on September 1st: “ Today at City Hall, Alyssa’s Place planted ribbons in solemn remembrance of the lives lost to overdose. In 2024 alone, 1,598 individuals in our community and beyond lost their lives dueContinue Reading

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Winter Parking Procedures Discussed at Public Safety Committee Meeting Gardner Police Chief Eric McAvene, Deputy Chief Nicholas Maroni, and Purchasing Director Joshua Cormier(Chair of Traffic Commission) met with the Public Safety Committee on August 28, 2025. Councilors Karen Harden, Calvin Brooks, and Craig Cormier heard a proposal for a changeContinue Reading

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Massachusetts School Bus Law – PAY ATTENTION Gardner starts school on Tuesday, September 2nd which means school buses will be everywhere. The Gardner Police Department posted, “School is here for some and just around the corner for others! Let’s keep our kids safe at the bus stop by following safetyContinue Reading

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Wood’s Ambulance Responds Favorably to Financial Challenges In response to a press report elsewhere about an IRS lien, Wood’s Ambulance issued the following statement: “August 27, 2025 – Wood’s Ambulance,Inc. On July 28th a lien was publicly filed by the IRS. Prior to that date, Wood’s Ambulance had been inContinue Reading

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Ashburnham Woman Seriously Injured in Dog Attack Ashburnham officers observed a dog attack in progress on August 23, 2025 when responding to a report of a previous dog bite and forced entry into a residence with the assistance of the Ashburnham Fire Department. After entry was made to the residence,Continue Reading

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Gardner and Westminster Fire Departments Respond to Route 2 Accident On August 19, 2025, Gardner and Westminster Fire Departments responded to a motor vehicle accident which resulted in Route 2 being closed for about a half hour while the accident was cleared. Gardner Fire Department posted, “Earlier today, Group 1Continue Reading

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Access the Greater Gardner Weather Center, CLICK HERE. Gardner Magazine Upgrades Greater Gardner Weather Center Gardner Magazine is pleased to announce that the Greater Gardner Weather Center has been upgraded. Here’s what you’ll find: The Greater Gardner Weather Center can be found right here.Continue Reading

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Keeping Cool in 90 Degree Weather With temperatures at 90 degrees again, here are some tips to keep cool. Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of water throughout the day, even if you don’t feel thirsty. Avoid sugary drinks, caffeine, and alcohol, as these can dehydrate you. Consider sports drinks to replenishContinue Reading

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200 Pound Motor Sidelines Greenwood Pool Until Repairs are Completed. The Gardner MA Greenwood Pool will be closed until further notice for repairs. Gardner City Hall posted: “Greenwood Pool closed until further notice for repairs” Jessica Francis, Head Lifeguard and Certified Pool Operator told us that: “The motor from theContinue Reading

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Informal Meeting Agenda and Packet, CLICK HERE Regular Meeting Agenda and Packet, CLICK HERE For previous City Council meetings, visit our Gardner City Council page, CLICK HERE. Informal meeting with MART and Regular Meeting Because of the absence of Council President Tyros, Alek Dernalowicz was elected Council President Pro TemContinue Reading

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Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson updates the City of Gardner in a 25 minute update. Listen on any device. CLICK PLAY. Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson with an Extensive Monthly Update following July 2025 Our graphic is intended to depict the many topics covered by Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson in his monthlyContinue Reading

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Comfort and Therapy Dog Sully Brings Joy to Dispatchers Everybody is smiling, the dispatchers and Sully the comfort and therapy dog on August 1, 2025. The Gardner Fire Department put out this statement: “The Gardner Fire Department’s therapy dog Sully, made a special visit to our city’s dedicated 911 emergencyContinue Reading