“For Love of a Dog” – Park Street Fence Craftsmanship is Genuine Gardner MA Brian McGuirk earns our Genuine Gardner distinction for this handcrafted fence he built on his Park Street property. He was branding it on June 1, 2023 with two symbols for protection, and others for energy, health,Continue Reading

Gardner MA Public Safety Committee Talks GPD, GFD, Health, Building and Meters Listen to the meeting on any device. CLICK PLAY. It was an interesting meeting to be sure as both Police Chief Eric McAvene, Fire Chief Lagoy, and Mayor Michael Nicholson went over both departments. Chief McAvene would likeContinue Reading

Gardner MA and Phillipston MA Residents Among Correctional Officers Sworn In On Friday, May 26, 2023, George Cormier of Phillipston and Kierra Caissey of Gardner were among 12 to take the Correctional Officers Oath after having completed the Basic Recruit Training Academy at the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office Training Facility.Continue Reading

To all who serve their fellow community members in any capacity so that we may be safe and free, we say thank you today and every day. In Reverence: Memorial Day Ceremonies in Greater Gardner MA A parade in Gardner culminated with ceremonies at Monument Park. In Winchendon, a weekendContinue Reading

Community Health Connections Opening New Location in Gardner MA They are calling it the South Gardner Community Health & Urgent Care Center. It’s located at 529 Timpany Boulevard in Gardner next to Walmart. And it’s opening on Tuesday, June 20, 2023. According to a company post they “will be offeringContinue Reading

Accomplished in Gardner MA – 24 Issues Which Directly Affect You We spoke with Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson about 24 top issues which direct affect the lives of citizens of the Chair City. Listen on any device. CLICK PLAY. We also have the entire text of the interview with allContinue Reading

Gardner MA Public Welfare Committee Hears About Various Departments The Public Welfare Chair Councilor Judy Mack along with Councilors James Boone and Dana Heath were on hand for a lengthy meeting. Agenda and Packet. Listen on any device. CLICK PLAY. On hand were Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson and officials fromContinue Reading

Smooth Eaton Street in Gardner MA Inspires Corny Poem Beating the Trees The trees have been beaten on Eaton,Smooth Paving done without cheatin’,The Guardrail to be replaced with one better.And then finished paving done to the letter. Eaton Street was taken right down to the dirt in the hope thatContinue Reading

For the exciting renderings of the other Downtown Projects including Monument Park upgrades, read our April article, CLICK HERE. Barbed Wire Gone – Development of Park Street Park has Begun in Gardner MA Eventually there will be dozens of parking spaces and part of the bike path, all facing beautifulContinue Reading

Update: Streamflow now much below normal As of 11:15am on Sunday, May 28, 2023, the measured Streamflow was recorded as “Much below normal”. We don’t know why as other sites are green, but it explains Gardner’s concern over water usage. Just click on the image for a larger view ofContinue Reading

The Interview you’ll want to explore: Accomplished in Gardner MA Much has been accomplished in Gardner Massachusetts. We cover 2 dozen categories of success concerning the Chair City of Gardner MA. Mayor Michael Nicholson became Mayor in 2020 after a Special Election. He was reelected in 2021 and will beContinue Reading

“Jam-Packed” Gardner MA Mayor’s Update of May 26, 2023 Listen to Mayor Michael Nicholson’s update on any device. CLICK PLAY. Mayor Nicholson spoke of the water main break which occurred in the South Gardner area that should now be affecting just one Gardner auto shop business due to an oilContinue Reading

For more information about what the Chamber does and about becoming a member, please visit the Chamber website, CLICK HERE President of the Greater Gardner MA Chamber on a continued tradition of service We spoke with Rebecca Marois, the President of the Greater Gardner Chamber of Commerce who assumed theContinue Reading

Gardner MA Landfill Expansion Update Ivan Ussach, the MRWC Director stated in a Press Release that “alternatives to Gardner’s proposed sludge landfill expansion are looking better than ever.” Complete Press Release, CLICK HERE. One of the alternatives suggested is the construction by the City of a Hydrothermal Carbonization facility whichContinue Reading

Trouble in Winchendon Government – Coverage of Board of Selectmen – Town Manager, School Committee Meeting, and Annual Town Meeting. COMPLETE DETAILS on our Winchendon page. Complete AUDIO of all 3 meetings plus a Poll.Continue Reading

“Surface of the Moon” (Eaton Street) IS Getting Paved in Gardner MA Described by Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson last year as “right now it looks like the surface of the moon” Eaton Street in Gardner will be closed or impassable the entire week of Monday May 22nd through Friday MayContinue Reading

Greater Gardner MA Water Status Much Different in 2023 versus 2022 Last year, water restrictions were in place due to drought. According to Drought.gov, Greater Gardner is not facing a drought in the near term. In fact, some nearby conditions are wetter than normal. Streamflow conditions nearby show water levelsContinue Reading

Greater Gardner MA to celebrate Memorial Day Mon. May 29, 2023 City of Gardner: The Memorial Day Parade begins at 22 Elm Street at 9:40am and heads to Monument Park in Gardner for 10am services. In the parade this year will be the Gardner PD, Veteran’s Organization Colors, Veterans byContinue Reading

Diane “Neon” Leblanc Thanks All for Successful Gardner MA “Keep Gardner Beautiful” Event Once again, the Spring Event got trash off the street and into the dumpster. Organizer “Neon” Leblanc posted, “A heartfelt “thank you” to every May 20th VOLUNTEER and SPONSOR for another successful litter clean up and “NipContinue Reading