The building shown 4 years ago before Jon Bombaci embarked on the transformation. Soon to be home to Brilla Coffee. Other plans for the building await a transformer. Recent work done was to prepare for National Grid. 25 Main Street Gardner – Progress and the Wait for Electricity Gardner MagazineContinue Reading
This Week in the Chair City – March 14, 2025 The Gardner Magazine update can be heard on any device. CLICK PLAY. This Week: Various Local issues including the Sludge Landfill — School Committee – Assessors —- Gardner Museum — Events Coming Up – Around the Chair City — UpcomingContinue Reading
Board of Assessors consists of Assessor Christine Kumar, Chair Charles “Chuck” Leblanc, and member Paulette Burns. Gardner Board of Assessors meets with Charles in Charge The Board met on March 12, 2025. Listen to the exciting 5 minute meeting on any device. CLICK PLAY. Assessor Christine Kumar stated that “asContinue Reading
The Gardner Board of Health sent Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson a letter regarding concerns about the Gardner Landfill, CLICK HERE. Conservation Commission Discusses Problems with Sludge Landfill Residents Alan Rousseau and Paul DeMeo spoke about alleged ongoing issues at the Gardner Sludge Landfill. Members discussed the possibility of modifying itsContinue Reading
Gardner Magazine Releases “We’ve Got the Sludge” – A Funky Environmental Song Debate and comments regarding the proposed Sludge Landfill Expansion in Gardner Massachusetts continue on almost a daily basis at Gardner Committee meetings and even at the Templeton Select Board Meeting of March 12th. Supporters cite economics and theContinue Reading
A number of topics and some resolutions at nearly 4 hour Templeton Select Board Meeting. Summary: During the lengthy (nearly 4 hour) Select Board Meeting, the following occurred: Citizen comment was heard, Selectman Tim Toth criticized the media including Mass Live and Gardner Magazine for our inquires into the AdamContinue Reading
Local Healthcare Providers Are Hiring – What Positions are available… Community Health Connections is located right next to Walmart off Route 68 in Gardner. Here are some of the positions: LICSW/LMHC – $3000 sign on bonus, Family Physician with a $20,000 sign on bonus, RN or LPN for Substance UseContinue Reading
Update: 3-12-25 8:56pm: During the Templeton Select Board Meeting. a motion to remove Board Chair Michael Currie was discussed and Currie resigned as Chair prior to a vote. Vice Chair Mathew Rivard will serve as Chair until a reorganization of the board at the next meeting March 26th. The resignationContinue Reading
Gardner School Committee Meets on March 10, 2025 Teacher Joseph Lillie received recognition regarding his efforts in teaching English and life skills to those seeking to learn English. The Committee approved the Consent Agenda. Several members discussed progress on the Auditorium. Finance discussion included mention of the deficit due toContinue Reading
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One Week Countdown for Winchendon Nomination Papers Nomination Papers are available in Winchendon Town Clerk’s office for Annual Town Election to be held on May 5, 2025, BUT, they must be obtained and turned in on or before Monday, March 17, 2025 at 5pm. Available Terms: ONE-3-year term for Moderator,Continue Reading
Westminster Town Administrator Stephanie Lahtinen Launches Podcast The Town of Westminster has launched an informative podcast to keep “Westminster residents informed one episode at a time.” Listen on any device. CLICK PLAY. Lahtinen states the podcast will be released every couple of weeks. From the town of Westminster, “Welcome toContinue Reading
Parks Await Visitors in Gardner MA Park Street Park is shown accessible with no snow after warm temperatures this week. It boasts a beautiful view of Crystal Lake. The Monument Park Bandstand is shown empty. Soon, it will be home to a band during one of the Summer Band Concerts.Continue Reading
Progress on 2 Different Projects in the Chair City Hazardous material remediation has started at the building located at Willow and Main. When done, the building will be demolished. Work on the Gardner Fire Department roof continues. CLICK IMAGE for larger view.Continue Reading
Maki Park has been mentioned in dozens of articles on Gardner Magazine. CLICK HERE for list. Mayor Nicholson previous December statement regarding this issue, CLICK HERE. Council President George Tyros statement to City Council, CLICK HERE Investigation Launched September 2024, CLICK HERE. COMPLETE INVESTIGATION REPORT, CLICK HERE. Publisher’s Note: TheContinue Reading
Gardner Magazine Releases “Welcome Back Birds” – Inspirational Pop Song An inspirational song about much more than these beautiful creatures. Listen on any device. CLICK PLAY. From the song “To learn from a bird and its song, to listen now and live ever strong, to participate in every experience, fullyContinue Reading
Hotline Radio Daylight Savings Eve Show On the last day before Daylight Savings Time on March 8, 2025, WGAW Hotline Radio host Steve Wendell had various interviews, reports, segments, and commentary. Listen to the program on any device, CLICK PLAY Gardner Mayor Nicholson explained the Williams Rockwell Grant Announcement, andContinue Reading
Read Actual Resignation Letter – CLICK IMAGE for larger view Templeton Town Administrator Adam Lamontagne Resigns In his weekly memorandum to the Select Board, Lamontagne wrote: “I appreciate the kind words and support I received from town employees, residents, and the community as a whole since I submitted my resignation.Continue Reading
Grants this year were more than double what was awarded last year and covered submissions from Gardner Elementary, Gardner Middle, Gardner High, and Gardner Academy. Williams-Rockwell 2025 Grants Total over $208k The Williams-Rockwell Educational Gift Fund Committee awarded $208,855.75 to 35 different projects this year compared to $82,831.60 to 15Continue Reading
JAM-PACKED Update: This Week in the Chair City – March 7, 2025 The Gardner Magazine updated can be heard on any device. CLICK PLAY. Covered: Gardner City Council with a statement by Council President George Tyros. Council on Aging with a statement by Director Mike Ellis. Events in the ChairContinue Reading
MART schedules and maps, CLICK HERE. MART Expands Evening Ride Service The MART Evening Ride Service has been expanded to 7 days a week between the hours of 7pm and 12AM. Cost of the service is $2 per ride. Normal daytime service is still FREE through June 2025. MART’s EveningContinue Reading
Remembering the Lost with Black Balloon Day Black Balloon Day is March 6, 2025. Black Balloon Day honors those lost to drug overdose and stands with families affected by substance use disorder. Overdose is the leading cause of accidental death in the United States and Americans can create positive changeContinue Reading
Gardner Magazine Releases “Daylight Savings” Listen to the soon to be hit “Daylight Savings” Funky tune on any device. CLICK PLAY. Gain an hour, now lose an hour,Why give clocks so much power,It all comes out about the same,It’s Daylight Savings Time Again. After a week or so I kindaContinue Reading
Gardner City Council Has Short 7 minute Meeting On the Zoning Amendment proposed by Chair City Church, the Council voted to submit the item to the Planning Board for a recommendation. The easements item was granted more time. Council President George Tyros spoke about citizen interaction with departments. Listen toContinue Reading
Council on Aging – Good Financial Footing – Ukulele Problem Solved Listen to the Council on Aging meeting of March 3, 2025 on any device. CLICK PLAY. Various programs, projects, grants, and budget items were discussed during the meeting. Senior Director Mike Ellis stated, “I feel like we’ve never beenContinue Reading
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