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Cell Tower and Multi-Family Focus of ZBA The Gardner Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) meeting held on May 19, 2026, focused on two primary cases: a continuance for a cellular tower installation and a special permit application for a residential property conversion. Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICKContinue Reading

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61st Commencement Exercises at Mount Wachusett Community College – 850 Graduates Mount Wachusett Community College (MWCC) celebrated the academic achievements of its 61st graduating class on May 20, 2026 at the college’s Gardner campus. A total of 850 students graduated, with 430 associate degrees and 553 certificates conferred. Many graduatesContinue Reading

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Councilors wished Councilor Karen Hardern well who has been absent due to a back problem. Get well soon, Councilor Hardern. City Council Holds Meeting with 7 of 11 Councilors Present Alek Dernalowicz was elected City Council President Pro-Tem to lead the meeting in the absence of City Council President GeorgeContinue Reading

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Feds Nab 18 in Multi-State Gardner MA Drug Bust An unusual Federal Bust has nabbed18 Defendants on various charges in conjunction with an alleged drug trafficking and money laundering scheme including 9 from North Central MA. According to the Press Release, the scheme was coordinated by a man in Gardner.Continue Reading

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Update 5-20-26: This is the link to the Gardner Safety Action Plan page. It is loaded with information and Gardner Magazine highly recommends viewing it, CLICK HERE. Also, here is the form to sign up for the Mailing List, CLICK HERE. Committee Transitions from Data Analysis to Identification of SafetyContinue Reading

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A Weekly Briefing from Gardner Magazine – May 17, 2026 The Chair Man and the Chair Lady discuss the news of the week including Greater Gardner MA, North Central MA, the State of Massachusetts, National News, and World News. They tie it all together in a great podcast. Listen onContinue Reading

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Fire, Police, Building, and Health Department Budgets and Initiatives Discussed at Public Safety Meeting The Gardner Public Safety Committee met on May 15, 2026. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Fire Chief highlighted the need for a new “floater” position to mitigate rising overtime costs and discussed critical facilityContinue Reading

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The WGAW Hotline Show of May 16, 2026 featured a commentary by Werner Poegel on the Gardner Landfill. It is provided separately for your convenience. WGAW Hotline Radio May 16, 2026 Listen to the entire show on any device, CLICK PLAY. First up: Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson’s FULL May UpdateContinue Reading

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Once again, another accolade contributing to Gardner’s distinction as the “Model City for America” as Heywood Healthcare is featured as a great model for patient safety by the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine. Congratulations, Heywood Healthcare! Copy of above graphic in printable letter size, CLICK HERE. Heywood Healthcare FeaturedContinue Reading

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The Department of Community Development and Planning directed by Jason Stevens received considerable praise at this meeting. Department Praised for Efficiency and Success Listen to the entire meeting on any device. (Note AUDIO drops out at about the 3 minute marked due to a technical glitz) CLICK PLAY. The GardnerContinue Reading

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Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. Finance Committee Meets on Budget Matters The Gardner Finance Committee meeting held on May 12, 2026 primarily focused on reviewing departmental budget proposals for fiscal year 2027. City leadership, including the Mayor and various Department Heads including Director of PurchasingContinue Reading

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View our complete article page with complete narrative, infographics, and more. Listen here to the “Deep Dive” podcasts and watch the short produced video. Bees are important. BEE Populations in Decline – What’s Being Done Gardner Magazine has a complete report on the critical role of pollinators. Bee populations inContinue Reading

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Gardner City Council Hears Budget Presentation The Gardner City Council met on May 12, 2026 and heard the School Budget presentation in a lengthy meeting. Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. Superintendent Dr. Mark Pellegrino and financial officials outline a significant $793,000 funding gap driven by risingContinue Reading

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Board of Health Discusses “Presby System” and Landfill Challenges During Meeting The **Gardner Board of Health convened on May 11, 2026, to address several municipal infrastructure and public health matters. A significant portion of the meeting involved approving a local upgrade for a failing septic system on Otter River Road,Continue Reading

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Licenses Approved and Loopholes Discussed The Gardner License Commission met on May 12, 2026 and approved a seasonal license for Home Fruit Wine to participate in the local farmers market and authorized managerial changes at Hannaford Supermarket. Additionally, the commission finalized a license transfer for the South Gardner Hotel andContinue Reading

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Listen to the April 27th meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. Listen to the May 11th meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. Two Meetings: Conservation Commission Gardner MA April 27th: At the April 27th meeting, the Conservation Commission updated hearing dates for several local projects, including the sludge landfill andContinue Reading

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SICKO Teens Throw Railroad Spike, Almost Killing Driver, But Get Away A pair of Sicko Teens on e-bikes were apparently throwing railroad spikes from the side of the road on Route 2 last week in Gardner MA. One railroad spike went through the windshield of a vehicle, almost killing theContinue Reading

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Listen to the School Committee Final Comments from the May 11th meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. We also have a separate article on the recognition of 4th grade students, CLICK HERE. School Budget passed at School Committee Meeting – Now on to City Council Listen to the entire meetingContinue Reading

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Gardner MA Nonessential Outdoor Water Use is Banned Again The City of Gardner has announced that a nonessential outdoor water use ban is in effect from 9am to 5pm daily. That means that you can still operate a lawn sprinkler, wash your car, or even wash your building or parkingContinue Reading

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A Weekly Briefing from Gardner Magazine – May 10, 2026 The Chair Man and the Chair Lady discuss the news of the week including Greater Gardner MA, North Central MA, the State of Massachusetts, National News, and World News. They tie it all together in a great podcast. Listen onContinue Reading