Gardner Senior Center Celebrates 90th Anniversary of Social Security At an event held on August 13, 2025, attendees of the Gardner Senior Center were joined by various officials to celebrate the 90th anniversary of Social Security along with representatives from AARP. Gardner Senior Center posted this statement: “What an excitingContinue Reading

80’s and Mostly Sunny Weather Expected for Saturday Gardner Farmers Market The Gardner Farmers Market is Saturday August 16, 2025 at the Waterford Community Center with a 9:30am opening. The market is scheduled to be open until 1pm. Gardner Farmers Market posted, “Stop by the market and shop local farmContinue Reading

Keeping Cool in 90 Degree Weather With temperatures at 90 degrees again, here are some tips to keep cool. Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of water throughout the day, even if you don’t feel thirsty. Avoid sugary drinks, caffeine, and alcohol, as these can dehydrate you. Consider sports drinks to replenishContinue Reading

Downtown Gardner Progress Announcement Released 8-12-25 The City of Gardner released a short announcement from Downtown Gardner featuring 4 speakers: State Representative Jonathan Zlotnik, Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson, Community Development and Planning Director Jason Stevens, and City Councilor Brad Heglin. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. Both State Representative JonathanContinue Reading

Infrastructure in Gardner – The Complete Report Gardner Magazine has spoken with Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson about Gardner infrastructure. Infrastructure is the set of facilities and systems that serve a City like Gardner and the term encompasses the services and facilities necessary for its economy, households, and firms to function.Continue Reading

Profiling Downtown Gardner Massachusetts – What You’ll Find Downtown Gardner MA has evolved over the years and there are so many reasons why Downtown Gardner is a Place to Enjoy. Here’s a listing of Downtown Businesses with links to websites if available. Did we miss one? Please email News@GardnerMagazine.com andContinue Reading

Our Weekly News Magazine: “This Week in the Chair City” for Friday August 8, 2025 Listen to This Week in the Chair City, August 8, 2025 edition on any device,, CLICK PLAY. 12th Annual Greater Gardner National Night Out — Industry in Gardner — Chapter 90 Funds and Paving —Continue Reading

Airport Commission Meets to Hear Updates and Discuss Possibilities The Gardner Airport Commission met on August 6, 2025 and heard updates from Gale Associates and from the Airport Manager. Various issues were discussed. Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY.Continue Reading

Visit the City of Gardner website and interact depending on your needs, CLICK HERE. Interacting with the City – Gardner Makes It Easier All the Time The City of Gardner provides information to the public via the transparency of YouTube videos of meetings, complete agendas, and complete documents. When YOUContinue Reading

Another Exciting Board of Assessors Meeting Held by the Ladies on August 6th The Gardner Board of Assessors composed of Assessor Christine Kumar and member Paulette Burns met on August 6, 2025. Motor vehicle excise abatements were signed. Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY.Continue Reading

Excessive Water Use by Various Properties Brings Owners In and Leads to Discussion. Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. AUDIO cuts off because Video ended abruptly. The faucet drips. The toilet leaks. Or there’s another leak. The water bill comes and the much larger bill isContinue Reading

200 Pound Motor Sidelines Greenwood Pool Until Repairs are Completed. The Gardner MA Greenwood Pool will be closed until further notice for repairs. Gardner City Hall posted: “Greenwood Pool closed until further notice for repairs” Jessica Francis, Head Lifeguard and Certified Pool Operator told us that: “The motor from theContinue Reading

Summer Concert Series Featuring “The Long Run” playing Eagles classics Saturday August 9, 2025 from 6-8pm, the stage at Monument Park will be transformed in to a trip down memory lane from decades ago with the Central Massachusetts band, “The Long Run”. The Band plays music of the Eagles andContinue Reading

Informal Meeting Agenda and Packet, CLICK HERE Regular Meeting Agenda and Packet, CLICK HERE For previous City Council meetings, visit our Gardner City Council page, CLICK HERE. Informal meeting with MART and Regular Meeting Because of the absence of Council President Tyros, Alek Dernalowicz was elected Council President Pro TemContinue Reading

Labor Day First, First Day of School Second In the City of Gardner summer is still well underway but soon thoughts will turn to Labor Day Weekend and what comes right after. Labor Day is September 1st, and the first day of School in the city of Gardner is SeptemberContinue Reading

Job Openings – City of Gardner The City of Gardner is looking for a Building Commissioner, Local Building Inspector, Young Adult Staff Librarian, DPW Truck Driver, and an Executive Aide to the Mayor. For more information and to apply online, CLICK HERE.Continue Reading

The Public Safety Committee had met on 8-1-25 for a very short 2 minute meeting. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Appointments Committee had met on 7-30-25 to consider various appointments. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. Getting Ready for the Meetings – FULL INFO The Gardner MA CityContinue Reading

Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson updates the City of Gardner in a 25 minute update. Listen on any device. CLICK PLAY. Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson with an Extensive Monthly Update following July 2025 Our graphic is intended to depict the many topics covered by Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson in his monthlyContinue Reading