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Publisher’s Note: While the event was obviously disrupted as documented by the AUDIO we present here, the Mayor graciously diffused the situation in a calm manner. In the state of Massachusetts, the penalty for disrupting a public event in this manner is first offense: a fine of up to $150,Continue Reading

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Gardner Council on Aging Holds October Meeting The Council on Aging met on various matters in October 2024. Listen to the meeting on any device. CLICK PLAY. Floor Finishing Plan – Plan is to purchase the floor finishing equipment and bring that down to Waterford. Cost: a couple thousand dollars.Continue Reading

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Gardner Mayor Honored by U-Mass Amherst Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson has received the 2024 “Young Alumni Award” from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. It is one of six different honors were given out this year to recognize members of the UMass Alumni Community on their various outstanding achievements in theirContinue Reading

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How do we know bill had no opposition? 1. From the vote itself 2. Bills get posted daily and a legislator could object in advance of a vote. If 10% of House members, or 16 for example would agree to the objection then a roll call vote would be required.Continue Reading

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See the guide from the Secretary of State’s office regarding all ballot questions. It is comprehensive, comprising 164 pages with both supporting and opposing views on each question. CLICK HERE. To get a sample ballot for anywhere in Massachusetts from ballotpedia, CLICK HERE. Ballot Questions Create Debate in Fall ElectionContinue Reading

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Discover WGAW Radio this Columbus Day and every day 24/7. The radio station with physical studios and transmitter facilities has been located in Gardner since 1946. Today it is heard on AM 1340, 98.1 FM, and streams to anywhere in the world. Server logs show listeners from many countries. TheContinue Reading

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Running on His Record – Interview with Jonathan Zlotnik Gardner Magazine spoke with State Representative Jonathan Zlotnik about his record. Listen to the entire interview on any device, CLICK PLAY. Zlotnik describes how he has put working families first. He speaks about fighting for the wallets of his constituents. ZlotnikContinue Reading

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SPECIAL Columbus Day Weekend Show – WGAW Hotline Radio Both State Representative Jonathan Zlotnik and Challenger Bruce Chester were scheduled to appear on WGAW’s Hotline Radio Show which airs Saturdays from 12:10 to 2pm. Listen to the entie program on any device, CLICK PLAY. UPDATE: State Representative Jonathan Zlotnik appearedContinue Reading

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Upcoming next week: Thursday October 17, 2024 at 3:30pm is Groundbreaking for the Rear Main Street Project Phase 2. That broadcast will be the Mayor’s Update next week. Public may attend. Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson Updates the Chair City on 10-11-24 Listen to the update on any device. CLICK PLAY.Continue Reading

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Gardner City Hall and Staff Go Pink Again Dressed in pink, staff at Gardner City Hall stood at the steps of Gardner City Hall for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. There will be an estimated 310,720 new U.S. cases of breast cancer in women in 2024. 42,250 will die from the disease.Continue Reading

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GAAMHA Receives $225,000 in Funding Non-profit GAAMHA is receiving $225,000 in funding including $200,000 in Federal funding secured by Lori Trahan and $25,000 in State funding secured by Jonathan Zlotnik. Congresswoman Trahan wrote, “For over 50 years, GAAMHA, Inc.’s wide range of mental health and addiction programs have helped thoseContinue Reading

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Gardner Board of Health – EEE Positive Mosquito in Gardner BOH Statement: “A EEE positive mosquito was identified in a trap in Gardner, please use precautions to prevent mosquito bites! Please be aware that as the temperatures drop, mosquito activity will lessen.” According to an October 8th Press Release fromContinue Reading

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Aimee from Gardner CAC speaks about the FREE Thursday Fellowship Meal Listen on any device. CLICK PLAY. Fellowship dinners are available for take-out on most Thursdays, October-May. Dinners must be picked up at 4:30 pm at the Gardner CAC on Pleasant Street, Gardner. Visit the Gardner CAC website, CLICK HERE. Make aContinue Reading

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Patriotism Alive in Gardner with Flag Raising Ceremony at Care Central VNA Care Central VNA and Hospice posted “Flag Raising Ceremony at 34 Pearly Lane 10/8/24 Care Central VNA & Hospice, Inc. proudly raised its American Flag on Tuesday, donated by U.S. Representative Lori Trahan. Holly Chaffee, President & CEOContinue Reading

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City Clerk Titi Siriphan is back at City Council Meeting of October 7, 2024 Tasked with calling the roll at many a Gardner City Council meeting, Gardner City Clerk Titi Siriphan was welcomed back after maternity leave. Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Council unanimouslyContinue Reading

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One Accident Scene Becomes Two in Gardner MA According to a Press Release from the Gardner Police Department, ( see complete release, CLICK HERE) a pickup truck drove through an accident scene on Green Street at a high rate of speed and ended up crashing into a National Grid electricalContinue Reading

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Former Factory at 73 Stuart Street in Gardner not owned by Candor Realty A published report elsewhere inaccurately described the situation which has led to some inaccurate comments and negative public reaction on a rogue Gardner Facebook group. The publication has since corrected its article. While Candor Realty initially hadContinue Reading

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New Christmas Tree replacing the former tree also damaged in a windstorm. Christmas Tree Lighting will be Sunday December 1st either in Lafayette Square or Monument Park. Video is embedded here if you’d like to see Santa Claus. Gardner Mayor Gets Visit from Santa Claus during Weekly Update Gardner MayorContinue Reading

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Gardner DPW Announces Paving Schedule for Saturday and Monday Saturday Paving Saturday, Oct. 5th Fredette Street and Wilkins Road will be closed to traffic for paving. Monday Paving Monday, Oct. 7th Parker Street will be closed for paving from the Templeton Town line to Barthel Avenue & Waterford Street. ThisContinue Reading

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Editorial: Heywood Healthcare on its way towards Positive 200th anniversary In just 83 years, Heywood Hospital will have been in Gardner 200 years. It is likely the future will include building modifications to reflect the advances of the time. An exterior with rounded corners utilizing fusion energy for lighting. OperatingContinue Reading

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Working for the City of Gardner – The Advantage Gardner Magazine spoke with Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson about “The Advantage” of Working for Gardner. Retention is high, but those who do leave often do so for promotions. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. With having a great reputation comes aContinue Reading

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Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson mentions in the short interview that $11 million was spent to upgrade the water treatment plant a few years back and a recent grant of $4 million was obtained by DPW Business Manager Chris Coughlin to do upgrades to the sewer treatment system. The City ofContinue Reading

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Parking Discussed at Gardner ZBA Meeting The Gardner MA Zoning Board of Appeals took up matters concerning an update on 163-165 Pine Street, relief on a side yard setback, a single family house, and changing a two family to a 3 family. Sounds simple enough, but the complexity of theContinue Reading