Update on Municipal Affairs and Community Events in Westminster MA – Town Crier Episode 28 Listen to the episode on any device, CLICK PLAY. This episode of the Westminster Town Crier podcast, hosted by Town Administrator Stephanie Lahtinen, offers a comprehensive update on municipal affairs and community events in Westminster.Continue Reading

The First Gardner Finance Committee Meeting of Fiscal Year 2027 The City of Gardner MA Finance Committee met on July 1, 2026. Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. Key discussions included proposed ordinances for financial transparency, the ratification of a new City Clerk’s salary step, and theContinue Reading

Fire Heavily Damages Gardner MA Buddhist Center A fire at the Buddhist Center at 20 Lakewood Terrace in Gardner on June 30, 2026 caused extensive damage and the occupants are not able to return to the building. Gardner Magazine received this information from Gardner Fire Chief Greg Lagoy: “The fireContinue Reading

Essential Infrastructure and Ongoing Maintenance Focus of Golf Commission Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. Discussed was essential infrastructure updates and ongoing maintenance at the local course. A major focus of the meeting was the restoration of the irrigation system, which is now operating at full capacityContinue Reading

America 250 – Greatest American Speeches For most of the nation’s history over the last 250 years, the speeches made were not aired on major media. For example, what if radio had existed when President Abraham Lincoln gave the Gettysburg Address? What if we could hear the deliberations over theContinue Reading

Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson has announced Cooling Centers for Gardner. Contact your local town for resources in your community. Cooling Centers Activated – Greater Gardner MA Expecting HEAT From Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson: “Due to the predicted heatwave, I have activated the City’s cooling centers from Wednesday, July 1, 2026Continue Reading

Gardner Magazine is pleased to celebrate the 250th Birthday of the United States. We have 3 different pages with more history details: View the special American Milestone page, CLICK HERE. — Historical Figures page, CLICK HERE. — Greatest Speeches in American History, CLICK HERE. Original Song “An American Milestone” OriginalContinue Reading

Greater Gardner MA Heat Watch – Wednesday through Friday -July to start off HOT …EXTREME HEAT WATCH WILL BE IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY MORNING 7-1-26 THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING 7-3-26 This Week’s Forecast: Monday, high near 83. Tuesday, high near 85. Wednesday, high near 93. Thursday, high near 97. Friday, highContinue Reading

View additional details in the infographics below and in the Complete Press Release, CLICK HERE. Heywood Healthcare School-Based Services Named 2026 Outstanding Community Health Worker Program of the Year The Massachusetts Association of Community Health Workers (MACHW) has recognized Heywood Healthcare’s School-Based Services program as the 2026 Outstanding Community HealthContinue Reading

Safe Relationships – What Every College Student Should Know The Gardner Police Department has posted about an event coming up: “Safe Relationships: What Every College Student Should Know. A free info session for college-bound students and their parents on recognizing red flags, setting boundaries, and staying safe in relationships. Thursday,Continue Reading

In one of the most impactful shows of the year, WGAW Hotline Radio covers local happenings and regional issues On Saturday June 27, 2026, listeners to WGAW Hotline Radio were treated to a fast-paced program of consequential segments. Listen to the entire show on any device, CLICK PLAY. WGAW’s HotlineContinue Reading

It’s the 241st Birthday of the City of Gardner MA Gardner was officially a town on June 27, 1785 which makes June 27, 2026 its 241st birthday. Gardner was formed by land donated by Winchendon, Westminster, Ashburnham, and Templeton which is why the letters WWAT are shown in the CityContinue Reading

A Comprehensive Update on Summer Community Events and Municipal Services from Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson Listen to the update on any device, CLICK PLAY. Mayor Michael Nicholson of Gardner provides a comprehensive update regarding summer community events and local municipal services for the upcoming months. The presentation highlights the reopeningContinue Reading

For more information about programs at the library, visit their website, CLICK HERE. Levi Heywood Memorial Library Kicks off Summer Reading Program From the library: “What an INCREDIBLE Night! WOW! Thank you to over 500 people who came out last night for our Summer Reading Kickoff Party! The energy, theContinue Reading

Gardner Magazine spoke with State Representative Jonathan Zlotnik on June 24, 2026. We discussed Zlotnik’s Legislative Legacy and his Future as he had announced back in April that he would not be seeking another term. During the interview, Zlotnik officially endorsed Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson for State Representative. Complete ReportContinue Reading

Nathan Boudreau has a website. If you would like more information on his campaign. CLICK HERE. Complete Details – Ballot Access Determination regarding Nathan Boudreau in State Representative Race Gardner Magazine is publishing the letter sent to Nathan Boudreau by the State of MA regarding his failure to qualify forContinue Reading

Conservation Commission: Property Compliance, Ecological Restoration Efforts, Cease and Desist, Delayed Culvert Repairs. North Central Pathway Timeline, and Agent Resignation. Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. Local officials and environmental consultants reviewed several ongoing property compliance cases. Representatives for sites on Nicole Terrace, Brookside Drive, andContinue Reading

Gardner City Council Passes FY27 Budget with Numerous Reductions AUDIO of meeting presented here has the silence of the recess periods edited out. That’s is why the length differs considerably from the video which will be presented on the City’s YouTube channel. Listen to the entire meeting on any device.Continue Reading

Editorial: Rogue Facebook Group Strikes Again That Rogue Gardner Facebook Group is at it again with misinformation. The original “Was Pelavin’s Election Legal?” article is still here. I’ll give them a little grace, maybe they missed it because we put up a rather lengthy Weekly Briefing, or maybe their computerContinue Reading

Gardner Magazine has 4 separate additional sections covering North Central MA News, a Massachusetts News Roundup, U.S. National News, and World News, all updated on June 21, 2026, this week with some additional infographics JUMP TO SECTION: North Central MA News — State News of the Week —- National News of the Week — World News ofContinue Reading