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Gardner Magazine has prepared this short video covering this subject. Watch right out of the page or full screen through YouTube. Gardner Magazine has provided 3 separate infographics below: The $38 million Shield, Analyzing the Evolution of Marketplace Risk, and a Behavioral Analysis Guide. CLICK any Image for larger view.Continue Reading

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The Big Gardner MA Yard Cleanup is a Buffet of Sorts The Big Gardner MA Yard Cleanup is going on now in the Chair City. Hundreds of residents are cleaning up their yards awaiting yard waste pickup during the week of September 1st through September 4th. Here’s the buffet part:Continue Reading

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Front Entry Way Construction at Gardner City Hall – Part 2 From the City of Gardner: “Crews are back to complete work on the front entry way to City Hall, working on the front pillars and facade. During construction, the front door to City Hall will be closed, but theContinue Reading

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Another Exciting Board of Assessors Meeting Listen to the suspense of this 4 minute meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. On August 24, 2026, the Gardner Board of Assessors convened to address administrative updates, record retention protocols, and the status of tax certifications. The meeting highlights include the processing ofContinue Reading

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There’s Lush Turf at the Gardner Municipal Golf Course Listen to the August 24, 2026 meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. Members discussed operational updates and the facility’s financial health. Maintenance reports indicate that improved irrigation has led to lush turf conditions, necessitating adjustments to mowing heights and fertilizer use.Continue Reading

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This article is an overview Weekly Briefing. Gardner Magazine has 4 other sections which cover the subject matter in more depth with additional text, infographics, and podcasts. North Central MA News of the Week, Massachusetts Weekly News Roundup, National News Briefing, and World News Briefing Gardner Magazine Weekly Briefing AugustContinue Reading

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Update and Interview with Gardner Mayor Nicholson – Templeton Override – Pennington Murder – on Hotline Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. The WGAW Hotline Radio Show on Saturday, August 22, 2026 featured and update and interview with Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson with topics including budgets, funding formulas, and governmentContinue Reading

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Information from the Beehive – GeorgeTyros Gardner City Council President George Tyros is making it convenient for anyone to sign up for his monthly newsletter and other updates. To sign up for the newsletter go to:https://from-the-presidents-desk-newsletter.beehiiv.com/ The August 20, 2026 report from the Gardner City Council President outlines a strategicContinue Reading

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Tyler Chase Ellison was announced as the city’s new conservation agent with a start date of August 17th. Agent Ellison can be reached via email at tellison@gardner-ma.gov or via phone at (978) 991-5844 New Conservation Agent Announced at August Conservation Commission Meeting The Gardner Conservation Commission met on August 10,Continue Reading

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Gardner MA Senior Center Programs for September 2026 The Gardner Senior Center Newsletter, CLICK HERE, provides an overview of September 2026. For our previous article on August programs, CLICK HERE. We have 2 podcasts. – A short overview and a longer narrative. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. The GardnerContinue Reading

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The City of Gardner MA is short about 700 housing units. Gardner Mayor Nicholson has focused on addressing the issue during his tenure as Mayor. The infographics below provide more information on the topic. Overall shortage in the state: State officials and economic analyses frequently cite a deficit of aboutContinue Reading

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Wide Variety of Topics on WGAW Hotline Radio Show Listen to the WGAW Hotline Radio Show of August 15, 2026 on any device, CLICK PLAY. First up on the show: An interview with Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson during which he spoke about the ongoing drought situation and the need toContinue Reading

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A section of the Uptown Rotary is Getting a Redo After dozens of accidents have occurred, the State of Massachusetts is footing the bill to reconfigure the Uptown Rotary section where traffic intersects with Elm Street and Pearl Street. About 2 years ago, Gardner Magazine Publisher Werner Poegel (not anContinue Reading

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Various infographics are provided to further illustrate and expand upon the themes discussed during this August 14, 2026 interview with Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson. Gardner’s “Success Architect” is running for State Representative of the 2nd Worcester District. Municipal Leadership and Regional Strategy Interview with Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson Gardner MagazineContinue Reading

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View the complete meeting infographic below, CLICK IMAGE for larger view. Gardner Airport Commission and Runway 18 The Gardner Airport Commission met on August 12, 2026. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. The nearly hour-long discussions focused on critical infrastructure maintenance, regulatory compliance, and long-term capital planning. The primary takeawaysContinue Reading

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Gardner Magazine Weekly Briefing – August 9, 2026 Listen to this complete Weekly Briefing podcast with the Chair Man and the Chair Lady on any device, CLICK PLAY. The first week of August 2026 provided a definitive case study in meteorological volatility, characterized by a violent “meteorological pivot” that testedContinue Reading

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WGAW Hotline Radio is heard LIVE on Saturdays from noon to 2pm on AM 1340, 98.1 FM, and streamed worldwide. Local, State, and National Topics on the Hotline Radio Show Listen to the entire show on any device, CLICK PLAY. The WGAW Hotline Radio Show of August 8, 2026 featuredContinue Reading

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Gardner Community Action Team Shares Photos and Thanks on National Night Out From the Gardner Community Action Team: “The rain held off and we had ourselves an incredible evening last night! This would not have been possible without some key individuals, amazing groups of volunteers and sponsors that made thisContinue Reading

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City Council Briefing on Vision Zero Expected in September – Public Engagement Event Planned for October It is probably the only project where having NOTHING for a goal is actually a good thing. And the goal of Vision Zero is exactly that – to reduce traffic fatalities in Gardner toContinue Reading

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Gardner MA News July 2026 Gardner prioritized public health and urban revitalization throughout July, dealing with drought-related water issues and building renovations. Infrastructure and Environment Public Health and SafetyContinue Reading