The Complete Press Release, CLICK HERE, details various projects to include Solar Initiative, EV Chargers, Water Transmission Line Replacement, James Street Pump Station Replacement, Uptown Rotary, Waterford Street Community Center, Maki Park, Orpheum Park, Park Street Park, Greenwood Pool Indoor Facility Demolition, Rear Main Street Revitalization, Downtown Infrastructure Improvement, RomeContinue Reading

Fireman and Storm Enthusiast Captures the Storm Lieutenant Eric Hulette of the Gardner Fire Department is also the EMS Coordinator and Sully the Comfort Dog’s Caretaker as well as a storm enthusiast and watchful eye, often posting information on the Gardner Fire Department Facebook page about potentially dangerous weather. HeContinue Reading

Gardner MA Still Has “Fix It Fever” In July 2022, we first reported on this contagious condition and are pleased to report that there has been no cure. Show your support and post this on your wall. “I Caught Fix It Fever Gardner MA” Printable pdf. “Fix It Fever” reportedlyContinue Reading

Mosquito Control Project on the Attack in Gardner MA during August 2024 The Central Massachusetts Mosquito Control Project plans to spray in the Gardner – Fitchburg – Leominster area on every Thursday in August which is August 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29. indicating that all of the dates areContinue Reading

OPEN: Greenwood Pool in Gardner and Lake Dennison in Winchendon. MA Water Quality Dashboard Shows Beach Closures in Greater Gardner MA The MA Map shows about 3 dozen beach closures in the entire state of Massachusetts. Most are closed because allowable bacteria levels have been exceeded. For the current mapContinue Reading

Food Truck Festival Held in Gardner The Gardner Food Truck Festival was held on Saturday, July 13, 2024. Our photos do not show anywhere close to the 22 Food Trucks announced prior to the event. However, there were over 20 separate food vendors, some with smaller than a Food TruckContinue Reading

WGAW Radio Focuses on Racetrack Proposal on Saturday, July 13, 2024 Listen to the entire program on any device. It will stream instantly from the WGAW website. CLICK PLAY Mayor Michael Nicholson spoke LIVE from the Gardner Food Truck Festival and also on the subject of proposed Racetrack. Host SteveContinue Reading

Gardner City Council Schedules Public Hearing on Bay State Racing LLC Proposal The Public Hearing regarding whether 827 Green Street can be used as a horse racing track will be held on July 23, 2024 at 7:30pm. Overflow if the City Hall Chamber reaches capacity will be Perry Auditorium. SpeakersContinue Reading

Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson Maps Out Update on July 12, 2024 Mayor Nicholson Focused on Upcoming Events and MART in Weekly Update. Listen on any device. CLICK PLAY. Upcoming Events: Food Truck Festival – Saturday, July 13 2024 noon to 7pm in front of Gardner City Hall The Mayor stated,Continue Reading

WGAW’s Hotline Radio Set for Full Gallop on Saturday, July 13, 2024 The first guest out of the gate every Saturday is usually Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson. And, this Saturday is a special show featuring at least one interview specifically about the proposed Racetrack. For all the non-stop interview action,Continue Reading

Great Jobs Available in the City of Gardner Positions open include: Assistant Director of Veteran’s Services, Conservation and Planning Agent, DPW Mechanic, Financial Clerk, DPW Laborer, and DPW Truck Driver. Complete List of Current positions with links to full descriptions and how to apply, CLICK HERE. About 200 people workContinue Reading

The Montachusett Regional Transit Authority, MART, is proposing to amend Gardner’s bus routes to shorten the full loop time from about 1 hour 10 minutes to approximately 35 to 40 minutes. Hearing Reminder: MART Proposing Shortening Route Travel Time by About Half Gardner Mayor Nicholson reminded residents, “MART Montachusett RegionalContinue Reading

Poll Regarding Racetrack Reveals Wide Differences of Opinion A poll on Gardner Facebook Group “Gardner MA: Uncensored” received responses from 68 members, or 1 percent of membership in about a day. As most Facebook Groups are visited by about 3 percent of members in a day, it is reasonable toContinue Reading

The cliche is “Bigger and Better Than Ever” – but that’s the best way to describe the expansion of this year’s event with an expanded variety of food trucks, a large amount of vendors, and the 3 massive Carnival Game trailers. Details on Gardner Food Truck Festival Saturday July 13thContinue Reading

WGAW Hotline Radio Delayed for a Day by Power Outage A power outage disrupted equipment at the WGAW Studios so Hotline Radio did not make its usual airing on Saturday, July 6th. However the show is available on the WGAW website, CLICK HERE. (Past shows also available) You can alsoContinue Reading

Power Outage Affects 500 Customers in Gardner, Winchendon Hundreds of customers are affected by a power outage late on July 5, 2024. According to National Grid, crews are already assigned to the issue and power is expected to be restored after 1am on July 6th. Social Media posts reference aContinue Reading

Gardner Magazine Updates the Chair City The Gardner Magazine AUDIO news magazine covers what happened in the City of Gardner this week and and info on some future events. Listen on any device. CLICK PLAY.Continue Reading

Racetrack Issue Will Have Public Hearing in Gardner MA The Gardner City Council voted 9 to 2 to have a public hearing on the Racetrack Issue. Date to be announced. More details and AUDIO of the City Council meeting will be published here as available.Continue Reading

Maki Park Project Continues to Progress in Gardner MA The Maki Park on Parker Street has continued construction. Seen now are stairways which will lead visitors to various tiers of this so called pocket park. When complete, the location will allow for seating, cornhole game play, and a bandstand. CLICKContinue Reading

Pieces Coming Together to Further Progress in Gardner Five Below is stocking its store for its July 26th opening. Chipotle construction continues. Lovewell Beauty Supply grabs a spot at Timpany Plaza. The Jersey Mike’s location is getting ready for possible August opening.Continue Reading