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Gardner City Leaders Headline Hotline Radio Show of April 4, 2026 Both Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson and City Council President George Tyros appeared on the program. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. First up on Hotline – Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson – Safe Roads and Streets The Mayor spoke ofContinue Reading

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Is the Second time a Charm? Lauren Saunders is Director of Public Health in Gardner Lauren Saunders has been chosen as the Director of Public Health in Gardner. It had come down to two candidates who were interviewed at a March 12th meeting, Saunders and Assistant Director Angelia DiPrima. Saunders’Continue Reading

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Drought is Better, but Fire Danger is Real in Greater Gardner MA. According to Drought.gov, the number of people in Worcester County affected by drought is down almost 90 percent since last month. However, Worcester County had the 9th driest February on record over the last 132 years. While notContinue Reading

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2026 Fire Safety Grants Announced The Healey-Driscoll Administration announced that 307 Massachusetts Fire Departments will share $5 million in grant funding to support the purchase of new safety equipment. The following area communities received grants: Some Departments and award amounts: Town of Ashburnham $12,926.27, Town of Ashby $12,500.00, Town ofContinue Reading

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For details of items on the infographic below, visit one of the individual communities by clicking on a link. 19 Communities – 19 Articles – Many Events and Meetings – FULL COVERAGE Gardner Magazine has gone all out to provide you with complete coverage on what’s coming up for AprilContinue Reading

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Performance Updates, Infrastructure Grants, and Budget Focus of Finance Committee The Gardner Finance Committee met on March 31, 2026. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Finance Committee meeting held on March 31, 2026, focused on departmental performance updates, the management of major infrastructure grants, and upcoming budgetary transitions. KeyContinue Reading

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Candidate Interviews and Administrative Improvements Focus of Appointments Committee Meeting. The Gardner Appointments Committee met on March 31, 2026. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. The committee interviewed candidates for the Council on Aging and the Bandstand Committee, focusing on their professional backgrounds, volunteer history, and commitment to the city’sContinue Reading

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Gardner Magazine Expands News Coverage Gardner Magazine has been adding to our traditional News Around Greater Gardner MA to give you enhanced coverage of the region, state, and world around you. Added sections: Gardner Magazine has added sections for North Central MA News, Massachusetts Weekly News Roundup, National News WeeklyContinue Reading

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Photo shows Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson holding a canvas presented to the City by Gardner Magazine on occasion of the Mayor’s 2000 Days in Office and in recognition of the strategic initiatives that have led to Gardner MA being labeled a “Model City for America.” 2000 Days Towards the “ModelContinue Reading

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Gardner Magazine Releases the original Classic Rock song – Everlasting Life – in Time for Easter Listen to the original song on any device, CLICK PLAY. Easter Sunday in 2026 is Sunday, April 5, 2026 and this song is about Easter. From the chorus of the song: “Renewal, Hope, andContinue Reading

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Weekly News Magazine – This Week in the Chair City – March 29, 2026 This Week in the Chair City is our “News Magazine” recapping the week and has an upbeat musical theme. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. This Week’s Edition: Our weekly news magazine provides a comprehensive updateContinue Reading

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Have news about your Greater Gardner Relay for Life Team? Email: News@GardnerMagazine.com or call our voicemail line at (978) 632-6324. Gardner Magazine would be honored to interview any Team members and share your stories or promote your fundraising efforts. Email: News@GardnerMagazine.com or call our voicemail line at (978) 632-6324. GardnerContinue Reading

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WGAW Hotline Radio airs Saturdays from noon to 2pm on AM 1340, 98.1FM, or streaming anywhere. Hotline Radio: Gardner Budget – No Kings Rally and Relay for Life – Police Safety – Westminster Town Hall Listen to the entire WGAW Hotline Radio show from March 28, 2026 on any device,Continue Reading

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March Update with Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson Listen to the update on any device, CLICK PLAY. Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson outlines a variety of upcoming community events and municipal initiatives as the city transitions into spring. Residents are encouraged to participate in local traditions like the Downtown flower pot sponsorship,Continue Reading

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Council President George Tyros with a March 2026 Gardner City Council Update View the update on pdf, CLICK HERE. The March 2026 update from Gardner City Council President George Tyros highlights a significant jurisdictional conflict regarding labor negotiations for the newly formed Department Head union. At the center of thisContinue Reading

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Safety Action Plan Announced in Gardner MA The City of Gardner has announced the creation of a comprehensive Safety Action Plan aimed at eliminating traffic fatalities and severe injuries on local roads. Complete Press Release, CLICK HERE. Supported by a federal grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation, this initiativeContinue Reading

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Infrastructure and Community Improvements Focus of March 25, 2026 1 hour+ Meeting of Economic and Community Development Committee Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson provided a detailed status report on the Waterford Community Center, noting nearly completed electrical and plumbing upgrades aimedContinue Reading

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The Gardner Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Steering Committee -Fund Reallocations, Project Updates, Social Services, and Application Timeline Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Gardner Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Steering Committee meeting held on March 24, 2026, focused on the reallocation of prior-year funds,Continue Reading

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Exciting 69 second Board of Assessors Meeting There were no drum rolls. There was no orchestra. There was City Assessor Christine Kumar and Member Paulette Burns during the Gardner Board of Assessors meeting of March 24, 2026. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. The session began in the early afternoonContinue Reading

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Westminster PD Press Release Explains Large Police Presence Yesterday in the Town View the complete Press Release, CLICK HERE. On Monday, March 23, 2026 at approximately 4:42pm, officers from the Westminster Police Department responded to a residence on South Ashburnham Road to serve an arrest warrant on a 22 yearContinue Reading

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Construction Affecting the Entrance to Gardner MA City Hall Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson released the following statement: City Hall Entrance Construction Notice Beginning Monday, March 23, the City will begin the construction at City Hall which will affect the accessibility ramp and front entrance. Phase 1: Accessibility Ramp WorkConstruction onContinue Reading