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Tyler Chase Ellison was announced as the city’s new conservation agent with a start date of August 17th. Agent Ellison can be reached via email at tellison@gardner-ma.gov or via phone at (978) 991-5844 New Conservation Agent Announced at August Conservation Commission Meeting The Gardner Conservation Commission met on August 10,Continue Reading

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Gardner MA Senior Center Programs for September 2026 The Gardner Senior Center Newsletter, CLICK HERE, provides an overview of September 2026. For our previous article on August programs, CLICK HERE. We have 2 podcasts. – A short overview and a longer narrative. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. The GardnerContinue Reading

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The City of Gardner MA is short about 700 housing units. Gardner Mayor Nicholson has focused on addressing the issue during his tenure as Mayor. The infographics below provide more information on the topic. Overall shortage in the state: State officials and economic analyses frequently cite a deficit of aboutContinue Reading

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Failure of the Override would lead to a disaster of Public Safety cuts as outlined above. CLICK IMAGE for larger view. Gardner Magazine will follow up to this article with the exact date and time once it is posted along with the exact language of the warrant. Templeton Gets aContinue Reading

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Just What Are the Immigrant Rights in Massachusetts? Gardner Magazine Reports Public Benefits Eligibility Varies Considerably Depending on Immigration Status. Listen to this Deep Dive podcast explaining it all, CLICK PLAY. The infographic immediately below details Public Benefits for Massachusetts Residents. The 3 at the bottom focus specifically on non-citizens.Continue Reading

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This article is an overview Weekly Briefing. Gardner Magazine has 4 other sections which cover the subject matter in more depth with additional text, infographics, and podcasts. North Central MA News of the Week, Massachusetts Weekly News Roundup, National News Briefing, and World News Briefing Gardner Magazine Weekly Briefing –Continue Reading

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Gardner City Councilor Elizabeth Kazinskas to start administrative role in Phillipston Beginning Monday August 24, 2026, Elizabeth Kazinskas will begin her job as Administrative Assistant to the Phillipston Select Board. For the past 6 years, Kazinskas has been working for State Representative Kimberly Ferguson, most recently as District Director. FergusonContinue Reading

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Wide Variety of Topics on WGAW Hotline Radio Show Listen to the WGAW Hotline Radio Show of August 15, 2026 on any device, CLICK PLAY. First up on the show: An interview with Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson during which he spoke about the ongoing drought situation and the need toContinue Reading

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A section of the Uptown Rotary is Getting a Redo After dozens of accidents have occurred, the State of Massachusetts is footing the bill to reconfigure the Uptown Rotary section where traffic intersects with Elm Street and Pearl Street. About 2 years ago, Gardner Magazine Publisher Werner Poegel (not anContinue Reading

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Various infographics are provided to further illustrate and expand upon the themes discussed during this August 14, 2026 interview with Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson. Gardner’s “Success Architect” is running for State Representative of the 2nd Worcester District. Municipal Leadership and Regional Strategy Interview with Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson Gardner MagazineContinue Reading

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View the complete meeting infographic below, CLICK IMAGE for larger view. Gardner Airport Commission and Runway 18 The Gardner Airport Commission met on August 12, 2026. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. The nearly hour-long discussions focused on critical infrastructure maintenance, regulatory compliance, and long-term capital planning. The primary takeawaysContinue Reading

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Societal and Political Receptions More information below in infographic form for your perusal covering details of the new MA law and the late-term abortion debate in Massachusetts. CLICK any IMAGE for larger view. New MA Abortion Law Ignites Abortion Debate The consequences of the new Massachusetts abortion law signed intoContinue Reading

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Gardner Magazine Releases Another Original Hit Song “Hero of the Radio” Listen to the original song on any device, CLICK PLAY. Jazz-Classic Rock Fusion – 2 Versions POP-Rock – 2 Versions From the song: “(Verse 1} Meet the hero of the radio, The man who let’s us know, Whether there’sContinue Reading

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Gardner Magazine Weekly Briefing – August 9, 2026 Listen to this complete Weekly Briefing podcast with the Chair Man and the Chair Lady on any device, CLICK PLAY. The first week of August 2026 provided a definitive case study in meteorological volatility, characterized by a violent “meteorological pivot” that testedContinue Reading

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WGAW Hotline Radio is heard LIVE on Saturdays from noon to 2pm on AM 1340, 98.1 FM, and streamed worldwide. Local, State, and National Topics on the Hotline Radio Show Listen to the entire show on any device, CLICK PLAY. The WGAW Hotline Radio Show of August 8, 2026 featuredContinue Reading

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Gardner Community Action Team Shares Photos and Thanks on National Night Out From the Gardner Community Action Team: “The rain held off and we had ourselves an incredible evening last night! This would not have been possible without some key individuals, amazing groups of volunteers and sponsors that made thisContinue Reading

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City Council Briefing on Vision Zero Expected in September – Public Engagement Event Planned for October It is probably the only project where having NOTHING for a goal is actually a good thing. And the goal of Vision Zero is exactly that – to reduce traffic fatalities in Gardner toContinue Reading

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Operational Updates – Future Plans – Liability – Repairs – Projects: Focus of Golf Commission Meeting Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Gardner Golf Commission met on August 3, 2026 and members discussed several operational updates and future plans. Key topics included a feasibility studyContinue Reading