In the event of a short shower, don’t worry, Perry Auditorium will be made available so you stay dry. We spoke with Colin Smith about last minute preparations and what to expect. Listen on any device. CLICK PLAY. Final Preparations Underway for Gardner MA Food Truck Festival Saturday July 8,Continue Reading

PRESS RELEASE on pdf 7-5-23 CLICK HERE. UPDATE 7-10-23: Readers Note: Bird used the “partner” language in its Press Release indicating that it and the City had “teamed up.” However, this is inaccurate as there is no relationship. The City of Gardner is simply the licensing authority. More information, CLICKContinue Reading

Paul DeMeo strongly rebuked by Gardner MA Councilor Dernalowicz At a Finance Committee Meeting of July 3, 2023, an Open Meeting Law complaint by Paul DeMeo was taken up. It is unclear yet whether the complaint will simply be considered frivolous by the AG’s office, as even unapproved meeting minutesContinue Reading

7 out of 11 City Councilors attended the meeting. Several items will be taken up again at the next meeting. Gardner MA City Council holds 10 minute meeting Council voted to issue responses to DeMeo OML complaints. Paul Crowley was confirmed as Council on Aging member. Tighe and Bond preparingContinue Reading

Gardner Magazine Debuts “Bristles on the Backside” Fictional Play The short play follows a Fictional City Hall scandal from beginning to resolution. No backsides were harmed in the production of the play. Listen on any device. CLICK PLAY. Included are characters playing people from the Mayor’s office, City Councilors, ChiefsContinue Reading

Starlink offers Competitive Internet alternative in Greater Gardner MA – How Do You Connect? One year ago we published an article on Starlink Internet which is an Elon Musk company. At that time the service had limited availability in the area and cost over $100 per month. Now, the serviceContinue Reading

The 4th of July Celebrates the Declaration of Independence in Greater Gardner MA The 4th of July Celebrates the Declaration of Independence in Greater Gardner MA dating from July 4, 1776. Gardner was incorporated as a town 9 years later. For the entire Declaration of Independence text, CLICK HERE. ItContinue Reading

For details and schedules on these and other Chair City of Gardner events, visit our Gardner Centennial page right here. Music Coming to the City of Gardner MA in July 2023 Whatever your musical tastes, there’s something to please your ears this month in the Chair City. Following their CarContinue Reading

Air Quality to Improve Sunday in Greater Gardner MA Canadian Wild fires continue to affect air quality in the area. Current Air Quality at 142 for July 1, 2023 is unhealthy for sensitive groups. People with heart or lung disease, older adults, children, and teens are advised to choose lessContinue Reading

Gardner Magazine Updates the Chair City of Gardner MA Various dates to remember and other Chair City News. With Dylan Martin, Toby White, and Sarah Lepley. Listen on any device. CLICK PLAY. Mayor Nicholson did not publish an update this week.Continue Reading

There’s a reason why the City of Gardner has received 3 perfect Federal Audits in a row. Relating to revenue forecasts, Mayor Nicholson stated, “We want to make sure we’re still living within our means and we’re not in a spot that if we hit a recession, or an economicContinue Reading

Chair City Summer Kick Off Concert Scores Big Notes at Gardner MA City Hall Mother Nature cooperated to turn the perfectly planned event into the perfect evening as the First Annual Chair City Summer Kick Off Concert was held in front of Gardner City Hall on Thursday, June 29, 2023.Continue Reading

Gardner MA Greenwood Pool Will Open Without Spray Park – Spray Park May Open Later Greenwood Pool season begins Friday June 30, 2023 again without the Spray Park in operation. However, Debra Pond responded to our inquiry with the following: “We are first concentrating on opening the pool on JuneContinue Reading

Penguins Spotted Having Conversation – Is it about Gardner MA? Gardner Magazine is willing to concede that these King Penguins may not be talking about Gardner. However, with everyone else praising the progress in the Chair City, is it really that much of a stretch?Continue Reading

Gardner MA Community Action Committee Rolls Out New Van The local non-profit posted, “This past Saturday, we picked up our NEW vehicle for our Medical Transportation Program! This was made possible through a grant from a local foundation. Pictured are Bruce Kelley and Gerry DeGrace, our Medical van drivers. TheyContinue Reading

Editorial Note: During the pandemic, community hospitals across the United States were affected adversely by the revenue shortfalls it caused.   While Heywood Hospital has been a responsibly managed institution, it is not impervious to financial challenges.  In the days ahead, Heywood Hospital is taking the proactive approach to make sureContinue Reading

A Magical Summer at Levi-Heywood Memorial Library in Gardner MA It’s off to a great start as the “Find Your Voice” Summer Reading Program at Levi-Heywood Memorial Library launches with Stories and Crafts with Mayor Michael Nicholson June 28th at 5:30pm. Register now for the Summer Reading Club to readContinue Reading

Coming Up: Chair City Summer Kickoff Thursday June 29, 2023 —- Food Truck Festival Saturday July 8, 2023 —- Summer Centennial Celebration Saturday July 22, 2023. Our Reflections on a Sizzling Summer Saturday in Gardner MA The weather was far from perfect on Saturday, June 24, 2023, but the peopleContinue Reading

This event has FREE ADMISSION. The Chair City Summer Kickoff Concert on Thursday, June 29, 2023. Chair City Summer Kickoff Concert in Gardner MA Thursday June 29, 2023 – Music and Food! The street closes at 4pm. Food and Beverages start at 5:30pm. Opening Act Brandon Furtado starts at 6pm.Continue Reading

Gardner MA Executive Aide Colin Smith with a Reminder on Upcoming Events Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY Colin Smith speaks about the events of June 24th, June 29th, July 8th, and July 22nd. Gardner Magazine has a detailed page featuring details on all of these events, CLICK HERE.Continue Reading