Finance Committee: Fiscal Transparency, Non-Union Compensation, Salt Shed Repayment Meeting Focus Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Gardner City Council Finance Committee meeting on February 10, 2026, centered on fiscal transparency, the rectification of non-union compensation schedules, and the ongoing management of the Salt ShedContinue Reading
Mystery of “Man Behind the Laptop” at Conservation Commission Meeting The Gardner Conservation Commission met on February 9, 2026 and we believe the hidden individual is Chair Greg Dumas. Just for fun, Gardner Magazine utilized various AI tools to unearth the mystery and we ended up with in one caseContinue Reading
Gardner Magazine has a complete page on this interview with additional resources such as a VIDEO, a number of reports, and informative infographics. For the page, CLICK HERE. Addiction – Interview with Dr. Katherine Fitzgerald of Heywood Healthcare. Listen to the interview on any device, CLICK PLAY. Stereotypes: Addiction isContinue Reading
From Gardner Mayor Nicholson: The following message was just issued via the City’s CodeRED system:This is a message from the City of Gardner. Due to the predicted inclement weather, there will be an on-street parking ban this evening, Tuesday, February 10, 2026, beginning at 4:00pm, expiring at 6:00am tomorrow, Wednesday,Continue Reading
Gardner Public Welfare Committee Hears about Library, Cable, and Senior Center At the Gardner Public Welfare Committee meeting of February 6, 2026, member Councilors Cormier, Brooks, and Hardern heard from Library Director Marita Klementz, Cable Commission’s Tim Josti, and Senior Center Director Mike Ellis. Listen to the entire meeting onContinue Reading
Here’s the actual vote: Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. Butler explained her auditing approach emphasizing “professional skepticism” and independence. Butler advocates for transparency and “no surprises”, citing instances where she reported internal policy bypasses (e.g. shipping items without production orders.) City Auditor Search Committee to Make Recommendation to GardnerContinue Reading
Storm, Cold, Super Bowl, Trees, Illegal Immigration, Buffalo Wings, Winter Safety, and Fraud Topics of WGAW Hotline Radio on Saturday 2-7-26 Listen to the entire show on any device, CLICK PLAY. Starting off the show: Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson spoke about the parking ban in effect , DPW crews plowingContinue Reading
Pesky White Stuff Infiltrates Security and Falls in Greater Gardner Region On February 7, 2026, snow was falling in Greater Gardner and by mid morning a few inches had already fallen in some places. Public and Private plowing teams were already committed to a mission of ridding the roads ofContinue Reading
This Week’s Edition of our Weekly News Magazine “This Week in the Chair City” covering Gardner for Friday, February 6, 2026 Listen to “This Week in the Chair City” on any device. CLICK PLAY. In this week’s edition: Comprehensive Reports on a number of topics, Mike Ellis Interview, Airport Commission,Continue Reading
This is a message from the City of Gardner. Due to the predicted inclement weather, there will be an On-Street Parking Ban beginning this evening, Friday, February 6th, 2026, at 10:00pm, and expiring tomorrow evening, Saturday, February 7th, 2026, at 5:00pm. There will be a municipal parking lot ban from 5:00pm toContinue Reading
Gardner Magazine has a reports page with 4 dedicated reports, 2 videos, a “Deep Dive”, and a “Debate” CLICK FOR PAGE. Gardner Magazine Interview with Mike Ellis and Report: The Gardner Senior Center Gardner Magazine had the honor of speaking with Senior Center Director Mike Ellis on February 6, 2026.Continue Reading
Lengthy Airport Commission Meeting Reveals Much of 2026 Agenda Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Gardner Airport Commission meeting on February 4, 2026, addressed critical infrastructure projects, budgetary oversight, and operational challenges. Key takeaways include: • Infrastructure & Environment: Progress is being made on a comprehensive fencingContinue Reading
Gardner Magazine Releases “Paying My Excise” – original song to celebrate paying Excise Tax Every year we get that excise tax bill. If we don’t pay it, they tack on interest and fees and it just gets ugly. For a little fun, we created the original song “Paying My Excise.”Continue Reading
Also visit this page on the Heywood website, CLICK HERE. Heywood Healthcare Has Big News for Little Patients in Gardner MA The new Pediatric Physical Therapy Room is now open at the Heywood Outpatient Rehab Department at the Pearson Boulevard location in Gardner. Heywood states that the space is designedContinue Reading
At least 3 candidates for the open Gardner City Auditor position will be interviewed this week with the Committee and Gardner HR Director Amanda Morse anticipated to be in attendance. Auditor Search Progresses – 3 Interviews Scheduled The Auditor Search Committee consisting of Councilors Heglin, Dernalowicz, Mack, Heath, and KazinskasContinue Reading
Downtown Gardner and South Gardner Center to have Snow Removed by DPW Crews From the City of Gardner: “There will be a on-street parking ban in the downtown business district and South Gardner center on Tuesday, February 3, 2026 beginning at 9:30pm and expiring at 7:00am on Wednesday, February 4th,Continue Reading
Walmart Project Dominates Discussion at Conservation Commission as Members Ask Many Questions Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The February 2, 2026, meeting of the Gardner Conservation Commission focused on critical environmental oversight regarding the Gardner Sludge Landfill and the proposed redevelopment of 677 Timpany BoulevardContinue Reading
Golf Commission Previews 2026 Season at February Meeting The Gardner Golf Commission met on February 2, 2026. Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The meeting focused on operational transitions, financial health, and infrastructural planning for the upcoming season. Key takeaways include the approval of the 2026-2027Continue Reading
Council on Aging Reviews Progress and Plans the Move to Waterford Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. Current Facility Issues: While participation in senior programs has reached record highs, the move to Waterford can’t come soon enough as there are critical infrastructure failures at the currentContinue Reading
Two councilors had interesting things to say during Councilor Comments: Dana Heath spoke on Black History Month and Judy Mack spoke about DPW and the requirement of business owners to clear in front of their stores. Listen on any device. CLICK PLAY. City Council Topics Include Municipal Compensation, Business Licensing,Continue Reading
Public Service Committee Handles Abatement Requests and Hears Updates The Public Service Committee met on January 30, 2026. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Committee heard from a homeowner and a non-profit requesting abatements, deciding to forgive 30 percent of the bill for each based on what the committeeContinue Reading
For more information about this iconic Gardner company, Seaman Paper, visit their website, CLICK HERE. Something Special from Gardner Going to Santa Clara When the New England Patriots play against the Seattle Seahawks in Super Bowl 60 on February 8th in Santa Clara California, something special from Gardner will beContinue Reading
CDBG Committee Reviews Grant Proposals The Community Development Block Grant Committee reviewed various proposals at its January meeting. Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. Proposals considered: MVOC $31.900 for capital upgrades at its downtown headquarters, Downtown Improvement Phase 6: $824,624, CAC $30,000, St. Paul’s $4500 forContinue Reading
Finance Committee Discusses Spending for Essential City Services. The Gardner Finance Committee met on January 28, 2026. Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. Reviewed was a request from the Gardner Fire Department for $35,200 to match a Federal grant of $330,000 for badly needed radios. AlsoContinue Reading
Of six candidates contacted by the City, three have responded positively and wish to interview. Auditor Search Committee Finalizes Next Steps The Gardner Special City Auditor Search Committee met on January 29, 2026. Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The primary objective was finalizing a comprehensive setContinue Reading
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