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Consequential School Committee Meeting Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The October 15, 2026, regular meeting of the Gardner School Committee addressed major municipal governance disputes, capital facility updates, district administrative policy changes, and student achievements. The central governance issue involved a proposed City Council ordinanceContinue Reading

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Popular Annunciation Parish Fall Bazaar is October 16 to October 18, 2026 in Gardner MA – FULL COVERAGE Listen to this podcast about the event on any device, CLICK PLAY. Crafting the Perfect Fall Tradition: Highlights from the 2026 Annunciation Parish & Holy Family Academy Bazaar Is there anything quiteContinue Reading

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If you need assistance with the app, Beacon Connect support email is support@gobeacon.com or you can call GPS at (978) 632-1000, ext. 4570. Gardner Public Schools Launches “Beacon Connect” on Tuesday, October 13th Parents of Gardner Public School students will be able to stay connected to their child’s Gardner PublicContinue Reading

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Gardner Police Department Announces Columbus Day Drug Bust The following is the Press Release from the Gardner Police Department: “This morning, 10/12/2026, members of Gardner PD and the North Worcester County Drug Task Force executed a search warrant at 242 Pine St #2 in Gardner. As a result of theContinue Reading

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WGAW Radio Columbus Day Weekend Hotline Radio Show On the Columbus Day Weekend Hotline Radio Show on WGAW which aired on October 10, 2026, Gardner Mayor Nicholson provided an extensive update, Werner Poegel provided a commentary and report on Columbus Day, and the audience heard the entire Healey-Minogue Debate. ListenContinue Reading

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2 additional infographics are featured below. Borrowing – Savings – Hiring Freeze – Strategies – Topics of Gardner Finance Committee The Gardner Finance Committee met on October 9, 2026. Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Gardner Finance Committee convened on October 9, 2026, to address keyContinue Reading

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Realities Faced by the Senior Center in Gardner MA Listen to the Council on Aging meeting of 10-5-26 on any device, CLICK PLAY. Facility Repair Costs and Budget Deficits were discussed: Unanticipated, critical repairs to the senior center’s aging elevator—including load retests and a full circuit board replacement—along with anContinue Reading

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Gardner Airport Commission Addresses Critical Infrastructure Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Gardner Airport Commission convened on October 7, 2026, to address critical infrastructure projects, fiscal constraints, operational policies, and lease agreements. The meeting occurred against the backdrop of a major citywide budget shortfall announced byContinue Reading

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Traffic Commission Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Gardner Traffic Commission met on September 29, 2026, to address key municipal traffic control, parking policy revisions, neighborhood safety petitions, and grant-funded infrastructure projects. The primary focus of the meeting centered on resolving communication and enforcement challenges regardingContinue Reading

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Campus Compact Gives MWCC Student Samuel Nieves Newman Civic Fellow Honor The following is the complete Press Release from Mount Wachusett Community College: Mount Wachusett Community College Student Samuel Nieves Named 2026–2027 Newman Civic Fellow GARDNER, MA – October 5, 2026 – Mount Wachusett Community College (MWCC) student and BoardContinue Reading

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Conservation Commission – Final Meeting of September 2026 Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Gardner Conservation Commission convened on September 28, 2026, addressing critical environmental enforcement actions, public infrastructure concerns, property development filings, and departmental administrative challenges. Here’s what was discussed: There Was Public AlarmContinue Reading

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West Nile Detected in Gardner Mosquito – Risk Level Remains LOW The following is a Press Release from the Gardner Health Department on October 6, 2026: The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (MDPH) has confirmed that West Nile virus (WNV) was detected in a mosquito sample collected in Gardner recently.Continue Reading

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Gardner Board of Health Meeting of October 5th Had some Mind-Boggling Surprises Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. Mind-Boggling Local Surprises Hidden in the Board of Health Meeting bring High-Stakes Drama: To the uninitiated, a Board of Health meeting sounds like an infallible cure for insomnia—aContinue Reading

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Gardner Magazine has 3 infographics at the end of this article focusing on a summary of the October 5, 2026 Gardner City Council Meeting, a Municipal Action Report, and 5 Takeaways from the Meeting. Gardner City Council Holds First October Meeting of 2026 Listen to the meeting on any device,Continue Reading

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Good News in Short Meeting of Gardner Golf Commission The Gardner Golf Commission met on October 5, 2026 to review administrative updates, financial standing, and seasonal maintenance operations. Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. Officials reported a successful autumn membership drive, adding dozens of new sign-ups whileContinue Reading

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Greater Gardner and North Central MA Communities Benefit from FY27 One Stop for Growth Awards Listen to this podcast explaining it all from the Chair Man and the Chair Lady on any device, CLICK PLAY. In the City of Gardner:The City of Gardner combines transit-oriented land-use planning with major brownfieldContinue Reading

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Want even more detail? We have individual news sections on North Central MA, Massachusetts, National News and World News. Each has a separate podcast, narrative, and infographics for your perusal. Weekly Briefing – Gardner Magazine for October 4, 2026 Listen to the Weekly Briefing on any device, CLICK PLAY. AsContinue Reading

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WGAW Hotline Radio – October 3, 2026 Listen to the entire program on any device, CLICK PLAY. Host Steve Wendell spoke about recreational opportunities in the area in light of the good Fall weather including State Parks and reflected on the fact that “snowburgers” going to Florida can still getContinue Reading

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DPW is facing critical staffing deficits. Here is why: The DPW is currently down nine positions, representing one-third of its overall workforce. 3 positions frozen 4–5 years ago.4 positions eliminated entering FY27.2 active unfilled vacancies.Impending Retirements: Two veteran employees with over 30 years of dedicated service each are retiring (oneContinue Reading

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Gardner Finance Committee Reviews City Fleet, Financial Policies, and Projects – DETAILED REPORT Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Gardner Finance Committee meeting held on September 29, 2026, focused on fiscal stabilization, infrastructure investment, and the implementation of stricter administrative oversight. Key takeaways include aContinue Reading