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“The Town of Petersham seeks thoughtful, self-motivated, community service-oriented applicants for these positions.” The Modern Badge – What Petersham Hiring Call Reveals About the Future of Policing What truly makes an effective police officer in a small community today? While national conversations around law enforcement typically center on major metropolitanContinue Reading

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Motorcyclist Sustains Serious Injuries in Collision with Bear A 71-year old male Orange MA resident sustained serious injuries in a collision with a 160 pound bear while traveling on Route 122 in Petersham. The man was flown via Life Flight to U-Mass Memorial Medical Center in Worcester. The bear wasContinue Reading

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Petersham PD Mourns K-9 Lucy and Honors Her Service From the Petersham MA Police Department: “The member’s of the Petersham Police Department extend our deepest condolences to Ret. Corporal Bob Legare as his partner K-9 Lucy was laid to rest earlier today. K-9 Lucy served with Cpl. Legare for manyContinue Reading

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Petersham MA News July 2026 Petersham was the site of a landmark legal ruling regarding solar energy and forest conservation. Legal and Environment Governance and CommunityContinue Reading

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Petersham MA June 2026 News Petersham is currently the epicenter of a landmark legal case regarding rural land use while simultaneously building a localized communication network to survive the ongoing drought. Sunpin Energy vs. Zoning Board The SJC is currently reviewing Petersham’s case against Sunpin Energy’s proposed 12,000-panel solar array.Continue Reading

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Petersham MA – May 2026 The top news stories in and around Petersham, MA this month highlight community honors, public safety workshops, and a major regional environmental battle. Community Honors Army Veteran In early May, the community gathered to honor William “Bill” Berry, Jr., a highly respected Army veteran describedContinue Reading

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Budget, Elections, and Meetings Petersham MA Upcoming meetings in Petersham, MA, include the Petersham School Committee meeting on April 8, 2026, at 6:00 PM at the Center School, featuring a FY27 budget vote. The Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness Committee meets April 9, 2026. The Annual Town Election is scheduled for AprilContinue Reading

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Petersham MA – April 2026 For April 2026, Petersham, MA, features several community-driven events, ranging from unique sporting competitions and local elections to specialized workshops and environmental seminars. Highlighted Community Events Cornhole & Curling Biathlon: April 3–4, 2026. This annual event hosted by the Petersham Curling Club and Orange CornholeContinue Reading

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Petersham MA History page Petersham MA is the “Green Heart of Worcester County with an interesting history and profile. Our special page includes an extensive amount of information, many infographics, and a “Deep Dive” podcast on Petersham MA history. For the complete page, CLICK HERE.Continue Reading

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Town of Petersham Holds Meeting on Open Space and Recreation Update Meeting is Saturday March 2, 2:30pm to 4:30pm at Petersham Center School. It is a second round of input on the Open Space and Recreation Plan Update. Flyer and Meeting details pdf, CLICK HERE. The 2023 Survey Results ofContinue Reading

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Petersham Rabies Clinic 2024 is taking place on Sunday February 17, 2024 at the 31 South Street Highway Barn. Details and a form at this link, CLICK HERE. Petersham is also inviting residents to a Public Forum related to the town’s Open Space and Recreation Plan – Saturday February 3Continue Reading

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Nomination papers for the Annual Town Election, to be held on March 6, 2023, are now available. They may be obtained at the Town Clerk’s Office or the Selectmen’s Office until Friday, January 13, 2023, at 5:00 PM —- They must be returnedby Friday, January 13, 2023 at 5:00 PM.TheContinue 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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2022 Petersham MA Art Council Show & Sale 2022 Petersham Art Council Show & SaleAll welcome to the annual Art Council exhibitfeaturing the work of regional artists.Fri-Sun., May 20-22 at Petersham Town Hall.Opening reception with live music on Friday May 20, 7-9 PM.Free & open to all – For moreContinue 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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The Town of Petersham MA has a separate website for its Police Department. It’s Mission Statement includes: “The Petersham Police Department is committed to protect and serve the Town of Petersham with the highest level of integrity and professionalism.  It is the goal of this department to provide public safetyContinue 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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Public Hearing Thursday, January 20 at 6pm re Nichewaug Hearing is being held for the purposes of reviewing application from the Historic District Commission for demolition of the Nichewaug Inn and Academy. For more information, CLICK HEREContinue 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