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Ashburnham MA – May 2026 The top news stories in Ashburnham, Massachusetts, this month focus heavily on municipal governance, seasonal regulations, and community events: Annual Town Meeting and Budget Approval The town held its Annual Town Meeting at the Oakmont Regional High School Auditorium. Residents voted on the proposed townContinue Reading

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INTERVIEW: Candidate for State Representative Michael Nicholson Listen to the entire interview on any device, CLICK PLAY. Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson is a candidate for the State Representative seat in the 2nd Worcester district, aiming to succeed the long-serving Jon Zlotnik. Michael Nicholson defines his approach to governance through theContinue Reading

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For more information on candidate Nathan Boudreau, visit his website, CLICK HERE. INTERVIEW: Candidate for State Representative Nate Boudreau Listen to the entire interview on any device, CLICK PLAY. Nathan Boudreau is a candidate for the State Representative seat in the 2nd Worcester district, aiming to succeed the long-serving JonContinue Reading

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Ashburnham Resident John Reilly Jr. Announces Run for State Representative John Reilly Jr. had decided to run for State Representative prior to Jonathan Zlotnik’s recent decision not to seek reelection. Reilly registered the domain name, reillyformass.com on March 9, 2026, CLICK HERE and has a Facebook page, CLICK HERE. ReillyContinue Reading

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Budget, Elections, and Meetings Ashburnham MA Upcoming key meetings in Ashburnham, MA, in April 2026 include a Capital Planning Committee meeting (April 13, 6 PM), Select Board meeting (April 13, 6 PM), and a Celebrate Ashburnham Committee meeting (April 14, 6 PM), mostly held at the Public Safety Building orContinue Reading

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Ashburnham MA – April 2026 April 2026 in Ashburnham features a mix of live music, spiritual retreats, and local community meetings. Highlights include performances at the New Dawn Arts Center and several programs at the Stevens Memorial Library. Live Music & Performances The Music of McCartney: On Thursday, April 2,Continue Reading

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Spotlight on Ashburnham MA – March 2026 The Town of Ashburnham is currently navigating a period characterized by significant environmental challenges, cybersecurity threats, and upcoming legislative adjustments. As of early 2026, the primary concerns for the municipality include a Level 3 – Critical Drought affecting Millers Basin and a riseContinue Reading

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The Year Ahead –2026 – A Comprehensive Interview with Jonathan Zlotnik Gardner Magazine spoke with State Representative Jonathan Zlotnik on January 8, 2026. We review 2025 and we speak about the year ahead, 2026. Listen to the entire interview on any device, CLICK PLAY. Gardner Magazine Publisher Werner Poegel andContinue Reading

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Ashburnham Fire Department Trains with new Rescue Boat On August 11, 2024, The Ashburnham Fire Department posted pictures and this statement online, “AFD’s new rescue boat (2B1) on its maiden training run. Crews practiced navigation and multiple water rescues utilizing new equipment including throw ropes, flotation devices and onboarding victimsContinue 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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The State Budget covers funding from the state to cover school lunches for all students, $6.68 billion for Chapter 70, and other public school funding programs including Circuit Breaker Special Education reimbursement and Charter School reimbursement, as well as Regional School Transportation reimbursement. State Representative Jonathan Zlotnik Provides Helpful BudgetContinue Reading

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Winning election were: Moderator: Richard Cook Jr., Select Board 3 year: Phil Papoojian, Select Board 1 year: Leo Janssens, Planning Board 3 year: Marshall Dennis, Board of Health 3 year: Thomas Flanagan. Complete List of all results, CLICK HERE.Continue Reading

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Ashburnham is conducting a Downtown Inititiative: Wayfinding and Branding Survey The Town of Ashburnham with the assistance of the Massachusetts Downtown Initiative (MDI), is working on branding the Downtown and creating a distinct visual identity for Main Street and the Village Center. These design elements will be incorporated into aContinue Reading

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Ashburnham Police Department posted on Sunday March 17, 2024: “Just a reminder that construction will begin tomorrow, 3/18 from 7a-3p for the sidewalk renovation project in the downtown Main St area. Please use caution and seek alternative routes if possible. Thank you!”Continue Reading

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Ashburnham Holding Climate Change Workshop The town of Ashburnham is holding a Climate Change Action Workshop on Wednesday, January 31, 2024 – 5:30pm at Town Hall Auditorium. The Nashua River Watershed Association is working with the cities of Leominster and Fitchburg, and the towns of Ashburnham, Groton, and Pepperell toContinue Reading

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The Town of Ashburnham MA has launched a Facade and Storefront Improvement program. It runs now through September 2026. According to the town of Ashburnham, “All Ashburnham businesses with a storefront visible from the street or another public way are eligible to apply. Applicants must be either the property ownerContinue Reading

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Electric Bill High in Greater Gardner MA? There may be something cheaper… EnergySwitchMA.gov allows you to shop for an electric supplier for your home or business. You put in your zip code and a list of suppliers and rates pops out. Electric Angst in the Toytown of Winchendon For example,Continue Reading