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Gardner Oktoberfest 2026 is STILL ON! – Here is the statement we received from Rick Walton regarding events of the day: “The party is still happening, adapted of course for the weather. We will be outside and if we get too much rain we go inside. All contests and musicContinue Reading

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Window Project Moving Along at Gardner City Hall Photos from September 24, 2026: The windows being installed at Gardner City Hall are showcased here. Only the street-side section still needs to be done. Simultaneously work is being done at the front of Gardner City Hall. When exactly will it beContinue Reading

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Wetlands Restoration, Certified Arborists, Land Disturbances, and Training Focus of Mid-September Conservation Meeting. Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Gardner Conservation Commission meeting of September 14th focused on various local environmental and land-use issues. The board discusses ongoing enforcement orders and repair updates for properties onContinue Reading

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Moose Graces the “Model City for America” On the first day of Fall, September 22, 2026, a wandering moose took a tour of the “Model City for America”, Gardner Massachusetts. The massive moose was spotted on Main Street and walking through a parking lot. Gardner Magazine was unable to obtainContinue Reading

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High Caliber Candidates Focus of Appointments Committee Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Gardner Appointments Committee session of September 21, 2026 featured Mayor Michael Nicholson’s introduction of candidates, followed by personal testimony regarding their professional backgrounds and specific qualifications for their respective departments. Notable appointments includeContinue Reading

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At the City Council meeting of September 21st, 9 Councilors participated in person with Councilor Tassone calling in remotely and Councilor Hardern was absent, still recovering from back issues. Gardner City Council meets on the Last Day of Summer 2026 Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY,Continue Reading

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This subject will come up at the Gardner City Council meeting of Monday September 21, 2026. Gardner Magazine is publishing this analysis to once again showcase the strong fiscal focus of the “Model City for America.” In this article we cover the impact on municipal liquidity, land court proceedings andContinue Reading

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Gardner Magazine Weekly Briefing – September 20, 2026 The Gardner Magazine Weekly Briefing combines the news of North Central MA, North Quabbin, the State of Massachusetts, National News, and World News. Listen to this short podcast on any device, CLICK PLAY. Want even more detail? We have individual news sectionsContinue Reading

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Council on Aging Zeroes Out Fiscal Year 2026 But Discusses Budget Issues for Fiscal Year 2027 Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Gardner Council on Aging (COA) meeting held on September 15, 2026, focused on the closeout of Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) and the initialContinue Reading

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An Update from Gardner Mayor Nicholson on City Hall Projects and Construction Updates From Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson: ” Beginning on Monday, September 21, 2026, crews will be returning to City Hall to complete the painting work on the front portico of the building. The timeline needed to complete thisContinue Reading

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Scheduled Workshops and Events: Pins for Possibilities Event – Great Example of Community Cooperation The Gardner Area League of Artists (GALA) and the Winchendon Community Action Committee (CAC) have partnered to launch “Pins For POSSIBILITIES,” a major community fundraiser and arts engagement initiative scheduled for October 8, 2026. Held atContinue Reading

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Gardner MA Temporary Tap Water Changes – COMPLETE COVERAGE Beginning September 21, 2026, the City of Gardner Water Department will implement a temporary change in its water disinfection process, transitioning from chloramines to free chlorine. This shift is a proactive measures designed to address low chloramine residuals caused by nitrificationContinue Reading

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Downtown Sleuth None Other Than Mayor Michael Nicholson Using his keen eyes of observation, the Mayor noticed the signs and then Mayor Nicholson posted: “Three new signs showed up in Downtown Today! Getting closer to fully welcoming Brilla Coffee Roasters to the Chair City.” Brilla Coffee has been eagerly anticipatedContinue Reading

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CVS Back open after Facade Collapse The Gardner MA CVS is back open after contractors took needed action. From the Gardner Fire Department: “Yesterday, Group 2 responded to CVS on Main Street for a reported building collapse. Firefighters arrived to find a large portion of the façade that had brokenContinue Reading

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Our infographics below illustrate the issue very thoroughly. Topic of Historic Preservation Dominates Gardner Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting The Gardner ZBA met on September 15, 2026. Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. On September 15, 2026, the Gardner Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) convened toContinue Reading

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Publisher’s Note: City Council meetings are often dismissed as dry, procedural affairs, but the decisions reached during the Public Safety Committee meeting on September 15th represent a significant “hardware update” for Gardner’s infrastructure. To the casual observer, parking ordinances and speed limit adjustments might seem like minor clerical shifts. However,Continue Reading

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Printable version of above, CLICK HERE. 21st Annual Gardner Oktoberfest and Chair Luge is Saturday, September 26th Listen to the Chair Man and the Chair Lady discuss this exciting Gardner event. CLICK PLAY. The Gardner Oktoberfest and Chair Luge, scheduled for Saturday, September 26, 2026, represents a significant community celebrationContinue Reading

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Gardner MA School Committee Meeting of September 14, 2026: We cover facilities and infrastructure status, academic performance and strategic planning, governance and the city charter, administrative actions, and various updates. View the infographics below for additional details. Gardner School Committee Meets for First time this School Year Listen to theContinue Reading

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Gardner Magazine has additional podcasts for each of the following complete briefing articles as well as infographics.North Central MA News of the Week, Massachusetts Weekly News Roundup, National News Briefing, and World News Briefing Gardner Magazine Weekly Briefing – September 13, 2026 Listen to the Weekly Briefing podcast on anyContinue Reading

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WGAW Hotline Radio – 9-11 Tribute Edition This special broadcast of WGAW Hotline Radio on September 12, 2026 covers the 9-11 Ceremonies at Monument Park in Gardner and features a special report on 9-11 hosted by Brian Kilmeade. Listen to the entire show on any device, CLICK PLAY. There isContinue Reading