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“Town Meeting 101” Guide incorporated in the Westminster Town Crier Episode 23 Listen to the podcast on any device, CLICK PLAY. Westminster Town Administrator Stephanie Lahtinen provides a comprehensive municipal update regarding upcoming community events and local governance. The discussion highlights springtime activities such as the farmers market, town cleanupContinue Reading

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Budget, Elections, and Meetings Westminster MA Several key budget meetings, elections, and town meetings are scheduled in Westminster, MA, in April and May 2026. The major events include the Annual Town Election on April 28 and the Annual Town Meeting on May 2, focusing on the Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26)Continue Reading

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Westminster MA – April 2026 April 2026 in Westminster, MA, is highlighted by seasonal outdoor traditions, community celebrations, and the Annual Town Election. Community & Civic Events Annual Town Election: The election takes place on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Westminster Senior/Community Center.Continue Reading

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Westminster PD Press Release Explains Large Police Presence Yesterday in the Town View the complete Press Release, CLICK HERE. On Monday, March 23, 2026 at approximately 4:42pm, officers from the Westminster Police Department responded to a residence on South Ashburnham Road to serve an arrest warrant on a 22 yearContinue Reading

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Westminster MA Town Crier Episode 21 – Future of Westminster’s Old Town Hall The Town Crier podcast is hosted by Westminster MA Town Administrator Stephanie Lahtinen. Listen to this episode on any device, CLICK PLAY. The episode primarily focuses on the restoration of the Old Town Hall, a landmark thatContinue Reading

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Westminster MA Update with Town Crier Episode 19 Listen to the entire podcast from Stephanie Lahtinen on any device. CLICK PLAY. Town Crier Episode 19 provides a comprehensive update on municipal affairs in Westminster, Massachusetts, for February 2026. Hosted by Town Administrator Stephanie Lahtinen, the episode features an introductory interviewContinue Reading

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Westminster Releases Town Crier Episode 18 Westminster Town Administrator Stephanie Lahtinen speaks about the January Storm, has some winter safety suggestions, and speaks about the upcoming budget process in the latest edition of the town’s podcast. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. Lahtinen recaps the last major winter storm, reportingContinue Reading

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The Westminster History and Profile Page Gardner Magazine has created the Westminster History and Profile page with extensive narrative covering all aspects of Westminster History, demographics, and a community profile – plus some interesting facts about the Town. For the complete page, CLICK HERE.Continue Reading

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Town of Westminster Releases Town Crier Episode 17 In this podcast episode, Town Administrator Stephanie Lahtinen launches the 2026 season of The Town Crier by reflecting on the program’s inaugural year and outlining future municipal goals for Westminster, Massachusetts. The podcast has been utilized to provide information on local governmentContinue Reading

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The Year Ahead –2026 – A Comprehensive Interview with Jonathan Zlotnik Gardner Magazine spoke with State Representative Jonathan Zlotnik on January 8, 2026. We review 2025 and we speak about the year ahead, 2026. Listen to the entire interview on any device, CLICK PLAY. Gardner Magazine Publisher Werner Poegel andContinue Reading

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Town of Westminster Update for January 2026 The Town of Westminster MA has released the Sentinel edition for January 2026. CLICK HERE for pdf. Included are a range of important municipal updates and information, including tax and water bill due dates, reminders for dog license renewals and various yearly permits,Continue Reading

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Westminster Events and Community Information for December 2025 The December edition of the Westminster South Street Sentinel focuses heavily on holiday events and community information. CLICK HERE for PDF. Included is the Tree Lighting celebration. Lions Club Christmas Tree sales, and concerts, plus updates from different town departments. For detailedContinue Reading

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Stephanie Lahtinen with Me, Myself, and Your Questions The Town Crier is a podcast produced by the Town of Westminster and hosted by Town Administrator Stephanie Lahtinen. In this episode released June 12, 2025, various constituent questions are answered. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. Topics covered included the annualContinue Reading

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Kurt Krakane of Westminster MA Among Academy Graduates For the 63rd time, the correctional officers oath was administered to graduates of the Worcester Country Sheriff’s Basic Recruit Academy located at the department’s Training and Command Center in West Boylston. On Friday, June 6, 2025, Worcester Country Sheriff Lew Evangelidis sworeContinue Reading

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Catching Up on Westminster Town Crier Podcasts 3-8 The Town of Westminster MA releases podcasts with Stephanie Lahtinen every couple of weeks. A previous article featured Episodes 1 and 2. Here are Episodes 3 through 8. Visit the official podcast page, CLICK HERE. Submit questions to podcast@westminster-ma.govContinue Reading

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Westminster Town Administrator Stephanie Lahtinen Launches Podcast The Town of Westminster has launched an informative podcast to keep “Westminster residents informed one episode at a time.” Listen on any device. CLICK PLAY. Lahtinen states the podcast will be released every couple of weeks. From the town of Westminster, “Welcome toContinue Reading

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News Around the Greater Gardner MA area Winchendon: 3 finalists for Winchendon Superintendent position include: current interim Superintendent Dr. Marc Gosselin, Dr. Greg Rosenthal of Douglas Public Schools, and Mark McLaughlin of South Hadley Public Schools. Next step: School Committee will make its selection. Westminster: Recent Town Meeting Results –Continue Reading

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Special Town Meeting Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 6:30pm at the Westminster Elementary School at 9 Academy Hill Road, Westminster Westminster: Special Town Meeting November 19th Registered Voters in the town of Westminster will be attending a Special Town Meeting on Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 6:30pm at the WestminsterContinue Reading

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FREE event in Westminster coming up October 19th The Westminster Cracker Festival will be held Saturday, October 19, 2024 from 10am to 5pm. Westminster Cracker Festival is held at 10 Village Square, Westminster, MA. There’s FREE parking and a shuttle is available. The event was first held in 2015. AccordingContinue Reading