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$1.1 Million Dollar Federal Grant to MWCC Supports Student Support Services, Talent Search, and the Educational Opportunity Center From Mount Wachusett Community College: Mount Wachusett Community College (MWCC) has been awarded more than $1.1 million in annual federal funding to continue three TRIO programs that expand access to education andContinue Reading

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Gardner Magazine research shows that music is the “Academic Multiplier”. The decision to fund music in Gardner Public Schools pays many academic dividends as the rest of this article will demonstrate. Listen to this podcast on any device, CLICK PLAY. Years after Brilliant Music Decision, Gardner Mayor Nicholson is AllContinue Reading

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Want even more detail? We have individual news sections on North Central MA, Massachusetts, National News and World News. Each has a separate podcast, narrative, and infographics for your perusal. Weekly News Briefing – Gardner Magazine – for September 27, 2026 Listen to the Weekly Briefing on any device, CLICKContinue Reading

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First Fall 2026 WGAW Hotline Radio Show Listen to the entire show on any device, CLICK PLAY. Interview and update with Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson – A discussion abut the Gardner Oktoberfest with the Chair Luge canceled for this year due to weather and safety concerns re wet pavement —Continue Reading

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Infographics below provide additional detail. The following sections provide a detailed breakdown of scheduling, public services, and civic observances. Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson Updates the City Listen to the update on any device, CLICK PLAY. Key updates, community events, and infrastructure developments for the City of Gardner, as outlined byContinue Reading

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Gardner Oktoberfest 2026 is STILL ON! – Here is the statement we received from Rick Walton regarding events of the day: “The party is still happening, adapted of course for the weather. We will be outside and if we get too much rain we go inside. All contests and musicContinue Reading

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Window Project Moving Along at Gardner City Hall Photos from September 24, 2026: The windows being installed at Gardner City Hall are showcased here. Only the street-side section still needs to be done. Simultaneously work is being done at the front of Gardner City Hall. When exactly will it beContinue Reading

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Wetlands Restoration, Certified Arborists, Land Disturbances, and Training Focus of Mid-September Conservation Meeting. Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Gardner Conservation Commission meeting of September 14th focused on various local environmental and land-use issues. The board discusses ongoing enforcement orders and repair updates for properties onContinue Reading

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Moose Graces the “Model City for America” On the first day of Fall, September 22, 2026, a wandering moose took a tour of the “Model City for America”, Gardner Massachusetts. The massive moose was spotted on Main Street and walking through a parking lot. Gardner Magazine was unable to obtainContinue Reading

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High Caliber Candidates Focus of Appointments Committee Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Gardner Appointments Committee session of September 21, 2026 featured Mayor Michael Nicholson’s introduction of candidates, followed by personal testimony regarding their professional backgrounds and specific qualifications for their respective departments. Notable appointments includeContinue Reading

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At the City Council meeting of September 21st, 9 Councilors participated in person with Councilor Tassone calling in remotely and Councilor Hardern was absent, still recovering from back issues. Gardner City Council meets on the Last Day of Summer 2026 Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY,Continue Reading

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This subject will come up at the Gardner City Council meeting of Monday September 21, 2026. Gardner Magazine is publishing this analysis to once again showcase the strong fiscal focus of the “Model City for America.” In this article we cover the impact on municipal liquidity, land court proceedings andContinue Reading

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Gardner Magazine Weekly Briefing – September 20, 2026 The Gardner Magazine Weekly Briefing combines the news of North Central MA, North Quabbin, the State of Massachusetts, National News, and World News. Listen to this short podcast on any device, CLICK PLAY. Want even more detail? We have individual news sectionsContinue Reading

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Council on Aging Zeroes Out Fiscal Year 2026 But Discusses Budget Issues for Fiscal Year 2027 Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Gardner Council on Aging (COA) meeting held on September 15, 2026, focused on the closeout of Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) and the initialContinue Reading

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An Update from Gardner Mayor Nicholson on City Hall Projects and Construction Updates From Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson: ” Beginning on Monday, September 21, 2026, crews will be returning to City Hall to complete the painting work on the front portico of the building. The timeline needed to complete thisContinue Reading

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Scheduled Workshops and Events: Pins for Possibilities Event – Great Example of Community Cooperation The Gardner Area League of Artists (GALA) and the Winchendon Community Action Committee (CAC) have partnered to launch “Pins For POSSIBILITIES,” a major community fundraiser and arts engagement initiative scheduled for October 8, 2026. Held atContinue Reading

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Gardner MA Temporary Tap Water Changes – COMPLETE COVERAGE Beginning September 21, 2026, the City of Gardner Water Department will implement a temporary change in its water disinfection process, transitioning from chloramines to free chlorine. This shift is a proactive measures designed to address low chloramine residuals caused by nitrificationContinue Reading

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Downtown Sleuth None Other Than Mayor Michael Nicholson Using his keen eyes of observation, the Mayor noticed the signs and then Mayor Nicholson posted: “Three new signs showed up in Downtown Today! Getting closer to fully welcoming Brilla Coffee Roasters to the Chair City.” Brilla Coffee has been eagerly anticipatedContinue Reading

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CVS Back open after Facade Collapse The Gardner MA CVS is back open after contractors took needed action. From the Gardner Fire Department: “Yesterday, Group 2 responded to CVS on Main Street for a reported building collapse. Firefighters arrived to find a large portion of the façade that had brokenContinue Reading

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Our infographics below illustrate the issue very thoroughly. Topic of Historic Preservation Dominates Gardner Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting The Gardner ZBA met on September 15, 2026. Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. On September 15, 2026, the Gardner Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) convened toContinue Reading