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ZBA Meeting Focused on Cell Tower for Walmart Site Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The June 16th Zoning Board of Appeals meeting focused on a proposal by SBA Communications to install a cell tower designed as a concealed “monopine” tree at a local Walmart. AContinue Reading

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Gardner MA Senior Center – July 2026 View the July 2026 Newsletter on PDF, CLICK HERE. Listen to the Chair Man and the Chair Lady discuss the upcoming July programs. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. Programs and Initiatives: Gardner Senior Center July 2026 1. Community Engagement and Social EnrichmentContinue Reading

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Building Commissioner Out – Position Posted Gardner Building Commissioner Melissa McDonald has resigned effective June 26, 2026. McDonald was criticized at the June 15th Gardner City Council meeting for a breakdown in process flow, but it is unknown whether this revelation by City Council President George Tyros or the discussionContinue Reading

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Unpredictable Weather in the Forecast – Be Vigilant Today: Showers likely before 2pm, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm between 2pm and 4pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 4pm. Cloudy, with a high near 75. South wind 16 to 18 mph, with gusts as high asContinue Reading

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Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson Provides Update on City Hall Auditorium Window Replacement Project From the Mayor: “The project began this week with the removal of the windows on the south side of the building (Knowlton Street Parking Lot). Crews will be done with the removal of the former windows onContinue Reading

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Shaping Gardner MA: Mayor Nicholson’s Fiscal and Development Strategies On June 15, 2026, we had the honor of speaking to Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson. Listen to the entire interview on any device, CLICK PLAY. This interview with Gardner Mayor Mike Nicholson highlights the fiscal management and community development strategies currentlyContinue Reading

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Here’s Another Chance to Work for the City of Gardner MA Gardner Magazine is highlighting 2 job openings with the City of Gardner MA. Different skill sets. Different positions. Both excellent jobs. Details below. Facilities Maintenance Manager- Coucil on Aging The City of Gardner is seeking a skilled and experiencedContinue Reading

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WGAW Attacked by Domestic Terrorists Radio Station WGAW has faced another attack of domestic terrorism. While the AM remained on the air, the FM signal was off the air for the past couple of weeks due to an act of Domestic Urban Terrorists who used wire cutters to cut AUDIOContinue Reading

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The Gardner Traffic Commission committed to increased transparency by implementing a new public tracking system for all traffic-related complaints. Listen to the meeting AUDIO and/or view the infographics we have provided for clarity. Gardner Traffic Commission Answers some Questions and Asks Others. Listen to the entire meeting on any device,Continue Reading

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WGAW to Broadcast Live from Greater Gardner Relay for Life Radio Station WGAW plans to broadcast live from the Greater Gardner Relay for Life opening ceremonies Friday, June 12th at 6pm. Residents are encouraged to attend as even though it’s warm, the Greater Gardner Relay for Life is outfitted withContinue Reading

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Urgent Weather Message – Heat Advisory The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory in effect until 8pm on Friday June 12, 2026 with Heat Index values up to 96 in portions of Central, Eastern, Northeastern, and Southeastern Massachusetts and Northern Rhode Island. Hot temperatures and high humidity mayContinue Reading

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Gardner Disability Commission Discusses Initiatives The Gardner Disability Commission met on June 10, 2026 to discuss several initiatives aimed at improving accessibility and community engagement. Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. Members proposed a summer hiatus while planning a transition to virtual meetings via Zoom or TeamsContinue Reading

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Housing Production Plan Highlight of Planning Board The presentation is included in the meeting. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Gardner Planning Board addressed several local development initiatives at the June 9, 2026 meeting. The Board processed a request to withdraw a site plan modification for 0 Emerald Street,Continue Reading

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Infrastructure and Operations Discussed and Policy Revisions Approved by Gardner School Committee Listen tot he June 8, 2026 meeting on any device. CLICK PLAY. The Gardner School Committee convened on June 8, 2026, to address several infrastructure and operational updates across the district. Members discussed significant cost savings of aboutContinue Reading

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The World of Sully – Gardner’s Fire Department Therapy Dog Hangs Out with K-9 Rocky The Gardner Fire Department posted regarding Saturday June 6th: “So we caught up with Sully today as he had a busy day of visits throughout the City. His First stop was with the Members ofContinue Reading

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Gardner City Council Meets Regarding Budget in Special Meeting The Gardner MA City Council met on June 8, 2026 to consider the FY27 Budget. Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. Gardner Magazine has prepared 2 additional infographics to illustrate the topics under consideration. Find them below. CLICKContinue Reading

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Ceremony Honored Active, Retired, and Deceased Members of the Gardner Fire Department Listen to the ceremony and all the speakers at the event on any device, CLICK PLAY. The event featured a traditional bell-ringing ceremony to remember fallen heroes and provided a platform fot City Leaders to express gratitude forContinue Reading

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More than Just Books – The Dynamic Summer Reading Program at the Levi Heywood Memorial Library The popular local resource is taking it to the next level this summer with its Summer Reading Program. Listen to this podcast with the Chair Man and the Chair Lady discussing it all. ListenContinue Reading

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A Weekly Briefing from Gardner Magazine – June 7, 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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The News, Interviews, Reports, and Commentaries: History in the Making with WGAW Hotline Radio Listen to the entire show on any device, CLICK PLAY. WGAW Hotline Host Steve Wendell interviewed Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson who spoke about the Gardner School Budget and reflected on the purpose and function of GardnerContinue Reading