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Budget, Elections, and Meetings Orange MA A Tri-Board meeting (Finance Committee, Select Board, School Committee) was held April 8, 2026, at 6:00 PM in the Ruth B. Smith Auditorium to discuss the FY2027 budget. Additionally, upcoming meetings include Elementary School Committee (Apr 13), Open Space Planning (Apr 14), and SelectmenContinue Reading

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Orange MA – April 2026 For April 2026, Orange, MA, has a variety of community activities ranging from a major mystery dinner to educational library programs and local craft workshops. Featured Events Masquerade Murder Mystery Dinner: Saturday, April 4 at 6:00 PM. Hosted at the Revival Wheeler Mansion (75 EContinue Reading

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Gardner Magazine has created an Orange History page with many infographics, lots of textual information with 5 different reports, and a “Deep Dive” podcast on Orange MA. For the page, CLICK HERE.Continue Reading

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The Town of Orange has announced that the public may now view property valuations for the Fiscal Year 2024. CLICK HERE. Orange wants to lease the Orange Boathouse for the operation of a Kayak and Canoe Rental Concession and has information on Request for Proposals. Must be in by JanuaryContinue Reading

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Support the K9 Program in Gardner MA by Getting a Rocky Tee shirt On his very first day, K-9 Rocky helped catch a burglar with his unique skills and has continued to be an asset in keeping the City of Gardner safe. The K-9 program needs continued support. By specialContinue Reading

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The Town Election in Orange MA, is March 6, 2023. Polls open at 10:00 AM and close at 8:00 PM. All precincts vote at the Cheney Street Offices, 62 Cheney Street. For more information on the upcoming election, how to register and voting by mail, click here.Continue Reading

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Electric Bill High in Greater Gardner MA? There may be something cheaper… EnergySwitchMA.gov allows you to shop for an electric supplier for your home or business. You put in your zip code and a list of suppliers and rates pops out. Electric Angst in the Toytown of Winchendon For example,Continue Reading

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Mosquito Control Team Back Again to Greater Gardner MA The Central Massachusetts Mosquito Control Project is sending its team to the area on August 4, 11, 18, 25, and September 1.  Dates are tentative and weather permitting.   Requests for service may be recorded by calling  the CMMCP office at (508)Continue Reading

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Nation including Greater Gardner MA has new number for National Suicide Prevention Lifeline The new number, 988, is easy to remember and is designed to save lives. The number is accessible across the United States and will connect callers with a trained counselor at any time. You can even textContinue Reading

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Vacant Factory Fire in Orange MA June 4, 2022 A fire at 16 West River Street in Orange MA involved firefighters from more than 20 regional fire departments.   A number of nearby vacant buildings also caught fire.   None of the buildings were reportedly occupied.  Origin of the fire is  underContinue Reading

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How Event Started Back in the late 1990’s, a parent almost lost a child due to alcohol poisoning. This provided the thought that maybe running an event to prevent kids from getting hurt would be a good idea. And thus, the MAPP was born. The Mahar After Prom Party hasContinue Reading

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The Town of Orange has secured MA Grant Funding for Water Tank Project The $1 million in MassWorks grant funding for the Orange Industrial Park Water Tank Project  is designed to help protect employees, preserve business, and prepare for growth.  The award will be used to build a new waterContinue Reading

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Orange Police Department Announces Drug Bust “After a lengthy investigation into the sales of illegal narcotics, stemming from complaints of concerned citizens and proactive police work, the Northwestern Anti-Crime Task Force, along with assistance from the Orange Police Department, executed a search warrant on February 9, 2022 at a residenceContinue Reading

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More of the Diner Experience Other diners in the area with decent Google reviews include Blue Moon Diner, Gardner MA Facebook Directions – Kellies, Athol MA Website Directions – Ruschioni’s Cruisin 12 Diner, Winchendon MA Website Directions – Hometown Cafe, Winchendon MA Directions – Hubb Town Diner, Hubbardston MA WebsiteContinue Reading

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Is Greater Gardner MA in for a Saturday Blizzard? We’re ready at the Greater Gardner Weather Center. CLICK HERE We have several forecast services plus Interactive Maps which show you the various forecast models. PARKING BANS: Many communities will have parking bans in various areas. Times will vary, but theContinue Reading

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Millers River Waterfront Project – Orange MA Field work is underway on the Millers River Waterfront Project. From the Orange MA website “The Franklin Regional Council of Governments (FRCOG) is working with the Town of Orange on a plan for the Gulf Brook watershed and parts of the Millers RiverContinue Reading

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UPDATE: Free Covid-19 Test Kits and Reimbursement for Greater Gardner MA The Federal Government has a website in effect NOW from which Americans can order free COVID-19 tests. This began on January 19th. For the site CLICK HERE. These kits are absolutely free (limited to 4 tests per address) andContinue Reading

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Each individual community under “AROUND THE TOWNS” has an individual forecast and there’s in-depth coverage at the Greater Gardner Weather Center. Winter Weather Forecasts Greater Gardner MA Gardner Magazine’s Greater Gardner Weather Center has forecasts from 4 different services which include not only the 7 day forecast, but also wind,Continue Reading

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Covid reaching every age group in Greater Gardner MA Gardner Magazine has charted the State data in graphic form (just click on either image at left for large view) to illustrate the wide-ranging impact of Covid 19 among all age groups. Here’s the problem: Covid continues to spread because ofContinue Reading

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Avoid Fire and Carbon Monoxide Hazards during Greater Gardner MA Cold Snap Smoke and Carbon Monoxide alarms are effective defense strategies. Space Heaters, Fireplaces, and woodstoves need to be used safely. We have the complete article. CLICK HEREContinue Reading

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UPDATE January 7, 2022 from City of Gardner: ” Dog Licenses Are Not Currently Available Due To Production Delay. Please be advised that 2022 dog licenses are not available at this time due to a production delay with our tag manufacturer. If you have mailed in your license request, yourContinue Reading