BREAKING NEWS:; Mayor Nicholson just announced in a Hotline Radio interview on WGAW taking place right now just after noon on 4-16-22 that the 3 individuals contemplated in the Gardner Police Department investigation have copies of the report. Meetings are scheduled this Tuesday and Thursday this week to discuss report.Continue Reading

Gardner MA Police Department using drones to catch crooks or find people. From Gardner PD 4-15-22: “Today the GPD drone operators were out getting flight hours in and took a picture of the drone in flight high above the PD. The drone program allows to the PD to quickly deployContinue Reading

Gardner PD 2022 Issue Timeline: 2/1/22: Chief Braks and Deputy Chief Trifiro placed on Admin. leave following no confidence vote of 40/41 officers. Public not informed. 2/18/22: Published Reports that Vincent Alfano is Acting Police Chief. 2/25/22: In weekly update, Mayor discloses investigation by retired State Police Detective Paul L’Italien.Continue Reading

Good Friday is 4-15-22 in Greater Gardner MA Thank you Jesus for what you did for us. More on Good Friday, CLICK HERE. Our article on Easter, CLICK HERE. Our Churches page, CLICK HERE.Continue Reading

Gardner MA City Council Facing Costs at Tuesday 4-19-22 Meeting Due to unanticipated increases in costs, the City of Gardner repaving project needs an additional $1.8 million dollars and the Gardner City Council will tackle this at the upcoming session.  Complete Agenda, CLICK HERE. A Real **** Show! and HeadContinue Reading

Gardner Magazine launches 4th of July Independence Day Initiative for Greater Gardner MA In anticipation of more community celebrations, functions, activities, and events this year, we have created a page called The Independence Day Initiative with listings from 19 different communities. We’re seeking info from communities, organizations, businesses, and individuals. Continue Reading

Gardner Athletic/Recreation Director Daniel Forte was recently recognized for excellence by both the School District and the City of Gardner. Reach Athletic/Recreation Director Daniel Forte at (978) 632-1600 ext. 1800 Gardner Police Explorers: Website Gardner Youth Commission: Website Greater Gardner MA Recreation in Full Play Whether it’s a Summer ProgramContinue Reading

Who’s at fault? ASPHALT. Gardner MA Finance Committee Confronts Asphalt at 4-13-22 Meeting The Gardner MA Finance Committee met on Wednesday 4-13-22 and approved various recommendations  to the City Council including $10,000 in additional funding for Downtown trash receptables due to price increases, the $75,000 annual amount to maintain theContinue Reading

The Appointments Committee consists of George Tyros, Chair, and members Judy Mack and James Walsh. Gardner MA Appointments Committee sifts through more than 20 appointments. Mayor Michael Nicholson attended via phone. The Mayor has been out of the office, but according to his aide Colin Smith, “he’ll be back inContinue Reading

Busy Gardner MA School Committee Meeting on April 11, 2022 As is often the case, the School Committee opened the meeting with recognitions. It was noted that out of 10 School districts participating in the Winter Reading Challenge, Gardner students read 1/3 of all the books. Students were awarded gifts.Continue Reading

Should you have Covid symptoms, your best source of advice is your family doctor who can advise of appropriate treatments and protocols. Covid in Context, Cases Up, Hospitalizations Relatively Low in MA The Massachusetts Department of Public Health reports that 243 people are in the hospital right now in MassachusettsContinue Reading

As Gardner MA Awaits Investigative Report… As Gardner residents await the results and consequences of the Investigative Report on the Gardner Police Department, the dozens of serving officers help keep Gardner safe Day and Night. Many thanks for your service. For the Gardner Police Department Facebook page, CLICK HERE FromContinue Reading

Fedex has promised to reach back out to us for further comment once the investigation is complete. Investigation into Gardner MA Package Drops Gardner Magazine reached out to Fedex regarding Gardner resident complaints about packages being delivered to incorrect locations in the Chair City and accusations that Fedex refused toContinue Reading

April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month in Greater Gardner MA Distracted driving kills thousands in the U.S. every year.  Drivers both young and old use handheld devices while driving.  Other distractions which take time away from the seconds needed to avoid an accident can be talking to others in theContinue Reading

Watch the Gardner MA Mayor’s update on the City of Gardner’s YouTube page or visit our Mayor’s update page, CLICK HERE. *On the film “Mr. Smith Goes to Washington”, click here. While Mr. Nicholson goes to Washington, *Mr. Smith Fills in for Gardner MA Weekly Update The Mayor’s aide, ColinContinue Reading

Watch this 5 minute meeting on YouTube. CLICK HERE. The Gardner MA License Commission held a special meeting on 4-5-22 Discussed was the seasonal alcohol license for Zoe’s on the Green to operate at the Gardner Municipal Golf Course.  It was approved subject to a facility inspection.  Angela DiPrima commentedContinue Reading

Hug your pet with love on this day and every day! National Pet Day in Greater Gardner MA is Monday April 11, 2022 This day is dedicated to our pets and is also a day to highlight pet adoption. It’s a day to schedule missed veterinary care or grooming. NationalContinue Reading

Gardner MA Employers looking for Workers Jobs are available in the Greater Gardner MA area. The lion’s share of these positions are in the hospitality/restaurants/and retail arena with many open positions. More than a half dozen local manufacturers are looking to hire. Other positions are in construction, health/medical, and recreation.Continue Reading