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Barre MA News – June 2026 Barre is prioritizing structural roadmaps and the resolution of high-profile legal matters, seeking to close old chapters while planning for a decade of managed growth. The 2026 Master Plan and Neighborhood Revitalization The town has officially finalized the Barre 2026 Master Plan, a comprehensiveContinue Reading

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Barre MA – May 2026 The top news stories in Barre, MA, this month are dominated by local municipal changes, federal court convictions, and legal updates regarding a tragic local accident. Municipal and Government News Proposed Police Department Merger: The neighboring town of Oakham, suffering from severe staffing shortages, formallyContinue Reading

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Budget, Elections, and Meetings Barre MA Here are the recently held and upcoming budget meetings, elections, and public meetings: Elections Annual Town Election: Was Monday, April 6, 2026, with polling locations at the Senior Center (Precinct 1) and American Legion Post 2 (Precinct 2). Budget & Town Meetings Finance CommitteeContinue Reading

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Barre MA – April 2026 April 2026 in Barre, MA, features a blend of local government activity, historical programs, and community-driven events. Key highlights include the Annual Town Election early in the month and the Earth Day Repair Fair toward the end. Community & Educational Events Buddhism Comes to Barre:Continue Reading

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Black Bears in Barre MA and other Greater Gardner MA Communities – Some Advice This bear photo was captured by Evan Hunt and posted on the Barre MA Residents Forum. Bears have been spotted in Gardner, Winchendon, and other nearby communities as well. The Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and WildlifeContinue Reading

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Motor Vehicle and Bus Collide in Barre – No Serious Injuries Reported Barre Police reported in a Press Release that at about 7:15am on March 28, 2024, a school bus “was struck by a vehicle which crossed the center line, causing the bus to lose control and strike a guardrailContinue Reading

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From the Town of Barre on 2-6-23, “THE LAST DAY AND TIME TO TAKE OUT NOMINATION PAPERS FOR THE BARRE ANNUAL TOWN ELECTION IS THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 9TH BY 5PM. THE LAST DAY AND TIME TO RETURN NOMINATION PAPERS FOR CERTIFICATION OF SIGNATURES IS MONDAY, FEBRUARY 13TH BY 5PM. *** =Continue 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

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Mosquito Control Team Back Again to Greater Gardner MA The Central Massachusetts Mosquito Control Project is sending its team to the area on August 4, 11, 18, 25, and September 1.  Dates are tentative and weather permitting.   Requests for service may be recorded by calling  the CMMCP office at (508)Continue Reading

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Nation including Greater Gardner MA has new number for National Suicide Prevention Lifeline The new number, 988, is easy to remember and is designed to save lives. The number is accessible across the United States and will connect callers with a trained counselor at any time. You can even textContinue Reading

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Barre MA Publicizes 2022 Summer Concerts and Events Nornay Park, Main Street, South Barre will hold concerts and events for 2022 including a New Life Assembly Fun Day taking place Saturday May  7, 2022 from noon to 4pm and various concerts taking place from June to August. You can connectContinue Reading

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Enjoy a round of Golf in the Greater Gardner Area! Spring Brings Greater Gardner MA Golfers to the Greens There are more than 8 golf courses in the immediate area: Gardner Municipal Golf Course, 152 Eaton Street, Gardner    Website: Rates: Facebook – Templewood Golf Course, 160 Brooks Rd., Templeton, MAContinue Reading

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Is Greater Gardner MA in for a Saturday Blizzard? We’re ready at the Greater Gardner Weather Center. CLICK HERE We have several forecast services plus Interactive Maps which show you the various forecast models. PARKING BANS: Many communities will have parking bans in various areas. Times will vary, but theContinue Reading

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Winter is Cold, But Donating is Cooler! From Town of Barre on Facebook, “Did you know that donating unwanted clothing is easy? Visit our convenient clothing donation bins located at the Henry Woods Municipal Building and the Stephen Brewer Public Safety Building or schedule a free home pick up ofContinue Reading

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UPDATE: Free Covid-19 Test Kits and Reimbursement for Greater Gardner MA The Federal Government has a website in effect NOW from which Americans can order free COVID-19 tests. This began on January 19th. For the site CLICK HERE. These kits are absolutely free (limited to 4 tests per address) andContinue Reading

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Covid reaching every age group in Greater Gardner MA Gardner Magazine has charted the State data in graphic form (just click on either image at left for large view) to illustrate the wide-ranging impact of Covid 19 among all age groups. Here’s the problem: Covid continues to spread because ofContinue Reading

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Avoid Fire and Carbon Monoxide Hazards during Greater Gardner MA Cold Snap Smoke and Carbon Monoxide alarms are effective defense strategies. Space Heaters, Fireplaces, and woodstoves need to be used safely. We have the complete article. CLICK HEREContinue Reading

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UPDATE January 7, 2022 from City of Gardner: ” Dog Licenses Are Not Currently Available Due To Production Delay. Please be advised that 2022 dog licenses are not available at this time due to a production delay with our tag manufacturer. If you have mailed in your license request, yourContinue Reading

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Gardner MA News Magazine available 24/7 GardnerMagazine.com has been available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, all of this year with continuously updated News, Sports, Weather, Articles, and interesting information. Access our resources anytime. Thank you to the over 13 thousand unique households who have read our pagesContinue Reading