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Law Enforcement Appreciation Day in Greater Gardner MA January 9, 2024 is National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. Gardner Magazine recognizes the contributions of law enforcement on this day and “the difficult and sometimes impossible career they have chosen, in public service to us all” Wear blue today if you can,Continue Reading

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Gardner Fire 2023 and Avoiding Carbon Monoxide Issues in 2024 Gardner Fire Department had 5698 incidents in 2023. This compares to 5430 incidents in 2022. Rescue and EMS calls made up the majority with 3679. There were 7 less cooking stove fires with a total of 110, 181 motor vehicleContinue Reading

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Gardner MA DPW Responds When it Counts – resident is grateful On December 18, 2023, Gardner resident Kristel Estores posted, “A big Thankyou to Gardner DPW. I emailed this morning about a tree down on my street and the Director responded immediately and sent out a crew.“ The Greater GardnerContinue Reading

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Shown is a cracked chimney which could lead to a chimney fire. Also shown are suggestions from MEMA for a Winter Emergency Car Kit. BE SAFE OUT THERE! Winter Safety Tips at Home or on the Road Gardner Fire Dept.: At home it pays to keep heating equipment and evenContinue Reading

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President of Corrections Graduating Class from Gardner Gardner President – Jahquan Jones of Gardner was the President of Basic Recruiting Training Academy #60 and was among 26 graduating students on December 1, 2023 with ceremonies held in Zecco Auditorium at Anna Maria College. According to the Press Release: “Among theContinue Reading

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Gardner PD Tracks Suspect with assist of K-9 Rocky Gardner PD stated in a Press Release: “On December 12, 2023, the Gardner Police Department conducted a search warrant and made arrests at 207 Park Street following an investigation from an overnight shooting that took place Monday evening.” A local residentContinue Reading

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Successful Schotanus Family Light Show at Brookside Drive brings in Toys for Gardner CAC Gardner Police Department posted, “The Grinch didn’t steal Christmas this year!!Another successful Holiday Light Show and Toy drive by the Schotanus Family. Our truck was filled with all the generous donations from our community to makeContinue Reading

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Gardner MA Public Service Committee to Discuss Potential “Snow Problem” due to Staffing The Committee will meet on Friday, December 15, 2023 at 8am at the DPW Office at 50 Manca Drive. Among the items on the agenda (Complete agenda click here) is a letter from DPW Dane Arnold toContinue Reading

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The Trucks of the Gardner Fire Department Even though new vehicles and equipment are on their way, the Gardner Fire Department takes pride in taking care of its stuff as shown by this photo taken on December 2, 2023. (Showcasing Excellence in action)Continue Reading

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Window of Opportunity Open to become a Gardner MA Police Officer Gardner has openings on its team. As the City of Gardner is still under Civil Service, the first step is to submit an application by January 16, 2024. The written examination period runs from March 16 to March 30,Continue Reading

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Task Force Takes Drugs off the Street in Gardner MA On Thursday, November 30, 2023, members of Gardner PD, the North Worcester County Drug Task Force, and the DEA Worcester HIDTA Federal Drug Task Force seized drugs and made an arrest after executing a search warrant at an apartment atContinue Reading

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Ambulance Stolen from Heywood Hospital – Returned Totaled Just before 6pm on Wednesday, November 29, 2023, an Ashburnham Rescue Ambulance was stolen from the grounds of Heywood Hospital. A police pursuit ensued with units chasing the ambulance towards Hubbardston. The ambulance turned around near Rietta and headed back towards Gardner.Continue Reading

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2 different pdfs in this article are helpful to consumers with Cell phones. Cell Phone Security Ongoing Concern in Greater Gardner MA Taking the fear out of the phone using common sense solutions: The Gardner MA Police Department recently posted on Social Media about how to shut off a particularContinue Reading

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Road Closure in Templeton MA From Templeton Police Department on November 21, 2023: “Effective today the extension of Lord Road that goes to the intersection of Otter River Road and North Main Street will be closed. Please use caution when approaching the intersection. This will be for the winter months.Continue Reading

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Listen to the meeting on any device. CLICK PLAY. IMPORTANT DECISIONS at Gardner MA City Council Meeting of November 20, 2023 The Panel of 11 Local Legislators, otherwise known as the Gardner City Council, met for the first time since the Municipal Election of 2023. In January, Councilor at LargeContinue Reading

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Photos of Aaron Pennington, a suspect wanted in the murder of his wife. For a larger view, click on either image. Gardner Magazine enhanced a low resolution photo from the Press Release. Modified Criminal Complaint alleges possibility crime may have been premeditated. CLICK HERE. Pennington Recent Photos GARDNER – AuthoritiesContinue Reading

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Aaron Pennington Not Yet Located – Formal Murder Warrant Issued A large number of Law Enforcement Officials have been searching an area off Kelton Street for the Gardner man accused in the death of his wife. Officers have been using every tool at their disposal including trained K-9’s. An UpdateContinue Reading

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Search Continues for Gardner MA Murder Suspect Police give update on October 24, 2023 regarding search for Aaron Pennington who has not yet been found. Gardner PD Chief Eric McAvene asks people to check their trail cameras. Listen on any device. CLICK PLAY Pennington is wanted in connection with theContinue Reading

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Previous stories on this are found on our Public Safety page. Mayor Nicholson previously released a statement explaining that no vigils will be held until matter is no longer in an active state and asked people to not post scanner info on Social Media as it can impede the investigation.Continue Reading

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UPDATE – 10-23-23 9:55pm – CODE RED MESSAGE The Kelton Street Shelter in Place has been lifted. Police deem the area to be safe. However, out of an abundance of caution, there will be a police presence in the area throughout the night and tomorrow. Gardner Mayor Nicholson also sentContinue Reading

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Update 10/23/23 3pm: Mayor Nicholson issues a statement regarding 1. No vigils to be held until investigation is no longer in an active state and 2. Residents stop live posting transmissions over the police scanner onto Facebook. Complete statement, CLICK HERE. Update 10/23/23: 11:30am – from Joseph D. Early Jr.,Continue Reading

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Shown in top photo is Gardner Museum Coordinator Marion Knoll, Sheriff Lew Evangelidis, and Gardner Museum President Scott Huntoon – the Museum has served as a drop-off location for the coat drive. Bottom photo shows the Sheriff and his staff. For our previous article on the “Sheriff of Light” includingContinue Reading

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Complete Gallery including Park Street Park and views from across Crystal Lake, CLICK HERE One Gardner Picture Says It All Taken from across Crystal Lake, photo shows Park Street Park, Monument Park with wide sidewalks, upgraded lighting, Street signs, Street safety, Faith-based building showcasing American Flag, and people out forContinue Reading