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Conservation 1-12-26 - Conservation Commission Met on Various Issues The Gardner Conservation Commission met on January 12, 2026 and members addressed various local environmental and land-use issues. The board begins by approving certificates of compliance for residential properties, resolving long-standing title issues caused by developer oversights. A significant portion of the session focusesContinue Reading
Hubbardston Interim - For more information about the Town of Hubbardston, please visit the website,, CLICK HERE Hubbardston Chooses Interim Town Administrator The Select Board vote is in and so is Sean Fitzgerald as the Interim Town Administrator for the Town of Hubbardston. At its first January meeting, the board voted unanimously toContinue Reading
Hotline 1-10-26 - On WGAW Hotline Radio Saturday, January 10, 2026 – Updates, Daycare Fraud, the “Z-Man”, and Inauguration Listen to the entire show on any device, CLICK PLAY. Steve Wendell commented that today was the kickoff of the Greater Gardner Relay for Life with an event taking place at MWCC, the firstContinue Reading
Dog Licenses 2026 - It’s Dog License Renewal Time Once Again in Greater Gardner MA Greater Gardner communities are once again reminding dog owners that it’s “Dog License Time 2026”. There’s time to do it, but there’s no better time than now. Many communities allow residents to renew online. In the City of Gardner,Continue Reading
Inauguration 2026 - Overall, the Gardner Inauguration Ceremony on January 8, 2026 projected a vision of a city focused on pragmatic problem-solving, strategic investment, and regional leadership. Speakers consistently praised Gardner’s momentum, attributing its success to a results-oriented approach that prioritizes progress over political division. FULL COVERAGE: – Gardner MA 2026 Inauguration GardnerContinue Reading
This Week 1-9-26 - This Week’s Edition of our Weekly News Magazine “This Week in the Chair City” for Friday, January 9, 2026 Listen to “This Week in the Chair City” on any device. CLICK PLAY. In this week’s edition: Gardner City Council and Gardner School Committee meetings – The Icy Weather – InterviewContinue Reading
Year Ahead – Zlotnik 2026 - 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
Board of Health 1-8-26 - Gardner Board of Health Meets Regarding Alleged Open Meeting Law Violations The Gardner Board of Health met on January 8, 2026, primarily to address a formal Open Meeting Law complaint. The board discussed an advisory from the city solicitor regarding executive sessions used for health director interviews, which were allegedlyContinue Reading
School Committee 1-6-26 - Gardner School Committee Holds First Meeting of the Year The Gardner MA School Committee met on January 6, 2026 and reelected Rachael Cormier as Vice Chair. The School Committee also selected other administrative officers and welcomed newly elected member Paul Cormier who won his seat in the November election (ShannonContinue Reading
GFD Calls 2025 - Here is the official 2025 Activity Report from the Gardner Fire Department, CLICK HERE. GFD Handles Record of 6,324 Calls in 2025 – Infographic, DEEP DIVE, and DEBATE. The 2025 Activity Report for the Gardner Fire Department details a historic peak in local emergency operations within the city of Gardner,Continue Reading
BOH Transitions - In Last Meeting of 2025, the Gardner Board of Health Addressed Leadership Transitions and Staffing Vacancies A top candidate for the vacant Health Director role has withdrawn from the process. The Chair of the Board of Health, Susan Avalone has resigned after 17 years in the post. Other staffing vacanciesContinue Reading
City Council 1-5-26 - Gardner City Council Organizes for New Year and Closes Out Maki Park Project The Gardner City Council met on January 5, 2026 and unanimously reelected George Tyros as Council President. A significant portion of the session focused on a detailed report and presentation by Director of Community Development and PlanningContinue Reading
First Baby of 2026 - Heywood Hospital Reveals First Baby Born in the New Year! Heywood Hospital of Gardner MA has revealed the first baby born in 2026 and it’s a healthy baby girl born to parents from Fitchburg. Heywood Hospital stated: “Welcome baby Scarlett, Heywood Hospital’s first baby of 2026! Born January 2 atContinue Reading
Hotline 1-3-26 - First Hotline Radio Show of 2026 Listen to the entire show on any device, CLICK PLAY. First up on the WGAW Hotline Radio Show of January 3, 2026 is Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson who highlights 2025 with a review of successful projects and grants, advancements in education, the movie inContinue Reading
This Week 1-2-26 - This Week’s Edition of our Weekly News Magazine “This Week in the Chair City” for Friday, January 2, 2026 Listen to “This Week in the Chair City” on any device. CLICK PLAY. In this week’s edition: Upcoming City Council and School Committee reorganization meetings – City Council Rules – 5Continue Reading
The Year Ahead – original song - Gardner Magazine releases an original song for the New Year “The Year Ahead” by The Poegs. Listen to the original Pop-Funk Celebration song on any device, CLICK PLAY. If you’re planning for changes in the year ahead, you’ll love the song. Every day, every week, every month, the entire yearContinue Reading
The Year Ahead – 2026 – Nicholson - In this “Year Ahead 2026” Interview, Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson outlines an ambitious agenda for building on a big year of progress in 2025. The interview itself and the infographic below demonstrate the specifics. A Forward- Looking Interview with Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson – The Year Ahead 2026 Listen toContinue Reading
High Wind 12-29-25 - High Wind Warning: 7pm December 29th to 1am Wednesday December 31st. High Wind Warning for Greater Gardner MA The National Weather Service has issued a high wind warning for several counties across Massachusetts, effective from Monday evening December 29th through early Wednesday December 31st. Meteorologists anticipate sustained western winds punctuatedContinue Reading
WGAW 80 Years - Greater Gardner Radio Station Achieving Major Milestone Since taking over WGAW over a decade ago, Owner, Newsman, and Host Steve Wendell has made quality programming a priority. During the past several months, Wendell has been working on starting off the 80th year with a bang and it appears he hasContinue Reading
Year 250 – original song - Gardner Magazine Releases an original song “Year 250” about the New Year. America celebrates its 250th birthday on July 4, 2026. This original song written by Werner Poegel and rendered under the group name “The Poegs” celebrates the start of the New Year and the celebration to come. Listen onContinue Reading
Report – Year in Review 2025 - Report and Commentary- Year in Review 2025 – Top News, Issues, Events, and Happenings Impacting the City of Gardner the most in 2025 Listen to the Year in Review with Werner Poegel on any device, CLICK PLAY. Categories covered: Government, Good News for Gardner, The Election, Development, Projects, Updates, Grants,Continue Reading
Hotline 12-27-25 - WGAW Hotline Radio Year-End Show Features Updates, Segments on Politics, and a Year in a Review Listen to the entire show on any device, CLICK PLAY City of Gardner Update, Report, and Interview with Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson. Gardner Mayor Nicholson thanked everyone who participated in the Caroling with theContinue Reading
Boudreau out - Nathan Boudreau Out – Hubbardston Seeking Interim Town Administrator The Hubbardston Select Board held a meeting on December 22, 2025, to address critical personnel transitions and municipal management issues. Following the negotiated resignation of the Town Administrator to be effective December 26, 2025, the board discussed hiring an interim replacementContinue Reading
Time Travel Pitfalls - Feature: In a Season of Making Memories – The Pros and Cons of Time Travel A Debate with Max and Maxine Rogers – The Perils and Promise of Time Travel. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. It’s a Debate to be taken seriously if you acknowledge the possibility of thisContinue Reading
Parking Ban 12-26 - From the City of Gardner: “Due to the predicted inclement weather, there will be an on-street parking ban this evening, Friday, December 26, 2025, beginning at 9:00pm, expiring tomorrow Saturday, December 27, 2025 at 7:00am.”Continue Reading
Business Launch 2026 - A “Deep Dive” to Launching a Massachusetts Business in 2026 Listen to the “Deep Dive” on any device, CLICK PLAY. It’s a helpful instructional roadmap for individuals aiming to launch a commercial venture within the state of Massachusetts. Updated for the year 2026, the Deep Dive functions as a strategicContinue Reading
This Week 12-26-25 - This Week’s Edition of our Weekly News Magazine “This Week in the Chair City” for Friday, December 26, 2025 Listen to “This Week in the Chair City” on any device. CLICK PLAY. In this week’s edition: Caroling with the Mayor video, Pre-Christmas update, New feature: Debates with Max and MaxineContinue Reading
Events 2026 - Note to readers: Gardner Magazine has put up its 2026 Events Calendar at the right side of the home page. Get your event on this 2026 Events calendar. Email News@GardnerMagazine.com or leave a voicemail at (978) 632-6324. We will provide a link to your details such as a website, image,Continue Reading
Poedm.net Update - Poedm.net provides AUDIO commentary, podcasts, DEEP DIVES, and DEBATES which cuts through partisanship, presents solutions with simple common sense, and preserves the dignity of all people. Our National Podcast Site, Poedm.net Gets an Upgrade Poedm.net was launched in 2024. Recently, the site was upgraded to include podcasts, Deep Dives, andContinue Reading
Debate – Space Heater Safety - Space Heater use can be dangerous. It is the hope of Gardner Magazine that listeners to this podcast will do so safely and save lives. Never leave a space heater unattended. Gardner Magazine Introduces a New Feature – Debates with Max and Maxine Rogers. Debut Podcast: Space Heater Safety TheseContinue Reading
Caroling with the Mayor 2025 - Caroling with the Mayor 2025 – Available is VIDEO and AUDIO of this beloved Gardner tradition. Caroling with the Mayor 2025 is Released Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson has released the 2025 “Caroling with the Mayor”, the annual virtual caroling event to celebrate the 2025 holiday season. Listen to the AUDIOContinue Reading
Mayor’s Pre-Christmas Update - Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson reviews holiday schedules: City Hall closed at noon on December 24th and closed Christmas Day and December 26th, closed at noon on December 31st and closed New Year’s Day and January 2nd. See infographic below for more information. A Pre-Christmas Update from Gardner Mayor Michael NicholsonContinue Reading
Santa’s Journey - A Deep Dive – The Global Journey of Santa Claus Learn about this mythical journey. Listen to the “Deep Dive” with the Chair Man and the Chair Lady on any device. From Norad: Santa’s route from the North Pole starts at the International Date Line, traveling west across the PacificContinue Reading
Dog Poop – Editorial - Editorial and Deep Dive – Lazy Losers Affecting Proper Pooper Scoopers at the Gardner Dog Park. Most dog owners are conscientious and pick up after their pets. But the few who don’t have created a problem big enough to anger some people who come to the Gardner Dog Park inContinue Reading
Hotline Radio 12-20-25 - In last show before Christmas WGAW Hotline Radio features some Holiday Themes and Reflections Along with Gardner Updates Listen to the entire show on any device, CLICK PLAY. First up on Hotline Radio December 20, 2025: In last show before Christmas WGAW Hotline Radio features some Holiday Themes and ReflectionsContinue Reading
This Week 12-19-25 - This Week’s Expanded Edition of our Weekly News Magazine “This Week in the Chair City” for Friday, December 19, 2025 Listen to “This Week in the Chair City” on any device. CLICK PLAY. In this week’s Edition: Upcoming Christmas Holiday, Flowerpot Sponsorships, Fish Contamination, Busy Senior Center, MWCC Child Watch,Continue Reading
Flowers 2025 - City of Gardner Announces Flowerpot Sponsorships are Now Open It’s not even the New Year yet, but the City of Gardner is noted for planning ahead. In this case, plans are already underway to get ready for the Spring flowerpots which have added so much color to both Downtown GardnerContinue Reading
Boudreau on Leave - Hubbardston Town Administrator on Administrative Leave Gardner Magazine has learned that Hubbardston Town Administrator Nathan Boudreau is on Administrative Leave. Gardner Magazine has reached out to Boudreau and offered to publish his statement on the matter. We will update this article should we get further information. A total of 6Continue Reading
Don’t Eat the Fish - Don’t Eat the Fish – Gardner Health Department Health Advisory The Gardner Health Department has advised that there is a Public Health Advisory related to Kendall Pond and fish contaminated with mercury. You can learn more here at the City of Gardner website, CLICK HERE. See the letter from theContinue Reading
Senior Center Activities Dec 25 - Some of the Activities at Busy Gardner Senior Center Graphic shows various activities in December 2025 at the Gardner Senior Center. Local caricature artist Don Landgren Jr. stopped by December 17th and gave FREE drop-in caricatures. The Senior Center posted: “We were also thrilled to have special appearances from severalContinue Reading
MWCC Child Watch - For more information about supporting students at Mount Wachusett Community College (MWCC) visit this web address, CLICK HERE. MWCC Gets Additional Support for Child Watch Program The Mount Wachusett Community College Foundation has received a gift from the Bemis Foundation for $5,000 and a gift from the Crocker Foundation forContinue Reading
ZBA 12-16-25 - Publisher’s note: The first case is an example of a difficulty faced by a multi-unit property owner losing grandfather status which the Hardern-Nicholson proposal for zoning change was designed to alleviate. Two Cases, Two Different Situations at ZBA Meeting The Gardner Zoning Board of Appeals meeting of December 16, 2025Continue Reading
Westminster Jan ’26 - 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
License 12-16-25 - This article focuses on the common license renewal hurdles and how to overcome them with advance planning. The infographic below can serve as a helpful guide. Late and Incomplete Renewal Applications Focus of License Commission Meeting The Gardner License Commission met on December 16, 2025 with the proceedings focused primarilyContinue Reading
City Council 12-15-25 - The Gardner MA City Council meeting of December 15, 2025 is the last City Council meeting of the year. View the infographic for this meeting below. CLICK IMAGE for larger view. Gardner City Council Meets for the Last Time in 2025 Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICKContinue Reading
Development 12-12-25 - The Gardner Economic and Community Development Committee met on December 12th and focused on updates for numerous municipal projects. Those projects are seen in the infographic below. Many Project Updates at Development Committee Rounds out Busy 2025 Listen to the lengthy meeting on any device. CLICK PLAY. The Gardner EconomicContinue Reading
Handel’s Messiah - Greater Gardner Community Choir Performs Handel’s Messiah The Greater Gardner Community Choir delighted the audience at Perry Auditorium on December 14, 2025 with selections from Handel’s Messiah. (UPDATE: 12-21-25 AUDIO now includes complete performance) Listen to the AUDIO on any device in full STEREO, CLICK PLAY. From the Greater GardnerContinue Reading
Golf 12-15-25 - Winter Maintenance and Planning for New Facility on Agenda at Golf Commission Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. In the Meeting: An update on a building feasibility study for a new restaurant with architects. The commission addresses golf course maintenance efforts, specifically focusing on winterizing equipmentContinue Reading
Christmas All Over the World – original Song - Gardner Magazine Releases original Traditional Christmas song: “Christmas All Over the World” In the tradition of the songs you remember from when you were a child, this original song is intended to capture the magic of Christmas. Listen to “Christmas All Over the World” on any device. CLICK PLAY. FromContinue Reading
Stay on Track - Stay on Track – Gardner Magazine Guide to Overcoming Financial Distractions The Chair Man and the Chair Lady discuss how to overcome financial distractions in this “Deep Dive” podcast on Financial Wellness. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. Some key takeaway suggestions: Consistently check in on finances to make theContinue Reading
Save, Save, Save – original song - Gardner Magazine Releases an original song: “Save, Save, Save!” An original song about avoiding the trap of buying so much crap where the paycheck disappears and soon you’re in arrears. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. From the song: “I want to spend, spend, spend, But I’m gonna save, save,Continue Reading
Assessors Dec 2025 - Another Super Exciting Board of Assessors Meeting in Gardner MA Always exciting, the Gardner Board of Assessors met on Thursday, December 11th. The business-like 2 minute meeting focused on procedural matters including the acceptance of meeting minutes, the denial of a motor vehicle excise abatement due to timing issues relatingContinue Reading
Server Upgrade - Gardner Magazine Upgrades Servers – Again! Gardner Magazine has upgraded its servers once again. Due to website traffic and visitor volume, we have upgraded our servers to provide the most robust site experience. The private server has a processor with 16 cores. We have plenty of bandwidth and storage toContinue Reading
Public Service 12-12-25 - Huge Undiscovered Leak, Cost of Irrigation During Drought and Project Updates Subject of Public Service Committee Meeting Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. Representatives from a childcare program came in to appeal a significantly high water bill despite plumbers finding no leak, leading to a discussionContinue Reading
Deep Dive – History of Christmas - A Gardner Magazine “Deep Dive” – The History of Christmas This podcast with the Chair Man and the Chair Lady takes a Deep Dive into the History of Christmas. Listen on any device. CLICK PLAY. The celebration of Christmas with all of its traditions has evolved over a couple thousandContinue Reading
Hotline 12-13-25 - Holidays – Gardner Projects – Resolutions – Energy, and a bit of comedic relief on Hotline Radio for December 13, 2025 Listen to the entire show on any device, CLICK PLAY. The WGAW Hotline Radio Show of December 13th kicked off with Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson who spoke about codeREDContinue Reading
Disability 12-10-25 - Anne Hurst re Maki Park :” ..it might meet requirements, but it’s still not right.” as Disability Commission Meets The Gardner Disability Commission met on December 10, 2025 and Chair Anne Hurst and other members expressed multiple frustrations with the status of the project, while also acknowledging and expressing appreciationContinue Reading
This Week 12-12-25 - This Week’s Expanded Edition of our Weekly News Magazine “This Week in the Chair City” for Friday, December 12, 2025 Listen to “This Week in the Chair City” on any device. CLICK PLAY. In this week’s Edition: Gardner PD recognition, Christmas singing, Holiday Craft Fair, performance of Handel’s Messiah, FreeContinue Reading
Holiday Spotlight - A Community Christmas Holiday Spotlight The Gardner PD recognized two young men (shown in photo collage) who once again raised money to help others: “…A huge shout-out to two incredible young men who, for the third year in a row, raised money and purchased essential items for the homeless andContinue Reading
Bike Donations - Organizations in Gardner will benefit from over two dozen bicycles donated by E.L. Harvey & Sons. E.L. Harvey has posted about their employees putting together bikes to “brighten Christmas for kids in our community…Huge shoutout to our employees..” E.L. Harvey is the waste hauler for Gardner Massachusetts residents and hasContinue Reading
Step Construction - Advisory Regarding Access to Gardner City Hall During Step Construction The City of Gardner advised: “The front entrance to City Hall will be closed for the next few weeks while construction occurs to refurbish the steps. During this time, all other entrances to City Hall will be open to theContinue Reading
Public Safety 12-11-25 - The sound you hear during the Public Safety meeting is the ongoing work being done at the front Portico of City Hall. We have an extensive infographic below. Department Updates: Fire, Police, and Health During Public Safety Committee Meeting. The Gardner Public Safety Committee met on December 11, 2025. ChiefContinue Reading
Finance 12-10-25 - The extensive infographic below illustrates the key decisions from the Finance Committee meeting of December 10th. Municipal Finance Actions Focus of December Finance Committee Meeting. The Gardner City Council Finance Committee meeting held on December 10, 2025 concerned a vote to approve a transfer of funds to contract with anContinue Reading
Planning 12-9-25 - Planning Board Focuses on Various Sites During Meeting City of Gardner Planning Board meeting on December 9, 2025, detailed several important municipal topics. Key agenda items included addressing a withdrawn site plan application for a Mount Wachusett Community College project, which was withdrawn after modifications lowered the required number ofContinue Reading
Maki Park ADA Compliance - This Gardner Magazine Report concerns the Maki Park Project. It is intended to provide a factually accurate basis for discussion and evaluation. The Gardner City Council will decide at its next meeting whether Maki Park has been completed to its satisfaction. The Question of Maki Park Accessibility and ADA ComplianceContinue Reading
TEAM Recognition - TEAM Excellence and Merit Award Given to Local First Responders for Frozen Lake Rescue Worcester County District Attorney Joseph D Early Jr. has recognized first responders who swift and coordinated actions led to the successful rescue of two adults who fell through the ice on Queen Lake earlier this year.Continue Reading
Wreaths Across America 2025 - Wreaths Across America Event in Winchendon Wreaths Across America will be at the Massachusetts Veterans’ Memorial Cemetery in Winchendon on Friday, December 12, 2025 at 9am. However, there is NO PARKING at the cemetery location. People are encouraged to park at the American Legion Post 295 School Street, Winchendon whereContinue Reading
Conservation 12-8-25 - Conservation Commission Meets on Several Development Projects and Ongoing Issues Our infographic focuses on projects at 677 Timpany Bouelvard involving the proposal by Walmart to construct a Walmart fuel station and convenience store and 827 Green Street regarding a new building and parking. Listen to the entire meeting on anyContinue Reading
Hazard Meeting - Director Jason Stevens Holds Virtual Meeting with Planners from Weston and Sampson regarding Hazard Mitigation. The QR code in our graphic can be accessed if you wish to participate in a survey to provide input before a final Hazard Mitigation Plan is presented to the Gardner City Council. The infographicContinue Reading
Shumsky Sworn In - Think you would be great at this job? Here’s your chance. The Worcester County Sheriff’s Office is now accepting applications for its 65th Basic Recruit Training Academy, beginning in Spring 2026. More information is available at this link, CLICK HERE Winchendon Man Sworn in as Correctional Officer for Worcester County.Continue Reading
Code Red Update 12-9-25 - Some Gardner Residents Will Need to Re-register for the codeRed Alert system The new codeRed system is up and running with most telephone numbers migrated over to the new system now utilizing the onsolve platform. However, the City of Gardner informs residents that: “The New codeRED system is up andContinue Reading
Kindness – Anne Hurst - Anne Hurst Reflects on the Necessity of Common Courtesy and Kindness During comments at the December 8th School Committee meeting, member Anne Hurst focused on the importance of kindness and appreciation in everyday interactions. Hurst recounted a personal anecdote where a store employee was rudely dismissed by a customer afterContinue Reading
School Committee 12-8-25 - Gardner MA School Committee Holds Last Meeting of 2025 The Gardner School Committee Meeting on December 8, 2025 opened with recognitions for 53 recipients of the John and Abigail Adams Scholarship and the acceptance of a $2,500 donation from Yen Yen Restaurant for school food programs. Subcommittee reports were heardContinue Reading
FREE Wrapping - Got the Gifts but not the Wrap? – Here’s How to Wrap for FREE! The Levi Heywood Memorial Library has opened its FREE Wrapping Station which is available during regular library hours. The library posted: “The Library’s Wrapping Station is OPEN! Now through December 23, stop by during regular libraryContinue Reading
Holiday Cheer at Heywood - Heywood Employees and Community Members Spread Some Holiday Cheer Heywood Healthcare CEO Roxanna Penney, Santa Clause from the North Pole, employees of Heywood Hospital, and community members celebrated a bit of Holiday Cheer on December 7, 2025 in the front lobby of Heywood Hospital in Gardner. The hospital posted: “HolidayContinue Reading
Coat Distribution 2025 - Alyssa’s Place Members Among Recipients of Worcester County Sheriff’s Annual Winter Coat Distribution From the Sheriff’s Office: “Worcester County Sheriff Lew Evangelidis and staff from the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office visited Gardner CAC, Alyssa’s Place, Restoration Recovery, Community Health Connections, Leominster Police Department, Leominster Women’s Recovery Center, Spanish American Center,Continue Reading
Song of the Season – Original Song - Gardner Magazine Releases an original Christmas song “Song of the Season” This original Christmas song is a creative Male-Female Duet with a traditional theme. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. From the song: (Complete Lyrics below) “This is the song of the season, Christmas Time is here, The Birth ofContinue Reading
Hotline 12-6-25 - Holidays – Events – Spirit of Giving – AI, Topics of Hotline Radio Show of December 6, 2025 Listen to the entire show on any device, CLICK PLAY Highlights of the program included: Michael Nicholson – Topics: Caroling with the Mayor on December 22nd 4-5pm, 5-7pm FREE Carriage Rides —Continue Reading
Heywood Healthcare 12-6-25 - Athol Hospital of Heywood Healthcare Recognized for Excellence by Chartis Center Athol Hospital has been recognized by the Chartis Center for Rural Health for Performance Leadership. Of the 100 hospitals on the list for 2025, CLICK HERE, Athol Memorial Hospital is the only hospital in Massachusetts on the Performance LeadershipContinue Reading
This Week 12-5-25 - This Week’s Edition of our Weekly News Magazine “This Week in the Chair City” for Friday, December 5, 2025 Listen to “This Week in the Chair City” on any device. CLICK PLAY. In this week’s Edition: Gardner Municipal Airport Partnership with Aeromodeling Club – Original Song: Chill Out – GardnerContinue Reading
GHS – Pathways to Success - Gardner Public Schools Offering Multiple Pathways to Success A student at Gardner High School might be interested in going to college or might be interested in a trade. Either option is available. With arrangements made with Mount Wachusett Community College, students take college courses while still in high school. AContinue Reading
Airport 12-3-25 - Essential Updates and a New Club Takes Flight at Gardner Municipal Airport Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. At the Airport Commission meeting of December 3, 2025, the group heard essential updates regarding the airport’s infrastructure and introduced a proposal for a new aviation club. AnContinue Reading
Chill Out – original song - Some Lyrics from the Song Shake the stress which ruins your day,Have more fun and do more play,Take the time to push worries away,Shake the stress which ruins your day.Embrace the calm which comes your way,To Shake the stress which ruins your day…(ruins your day) Without a doubtIt’s time toContinue Reading
Look Towards Spring - A Look Towards Spring – Gardner Parks, Recreation, Open Space, and Athletics With a taste of winter just received, we thought a look towards Spring was in order. The City of Gardner is unique in that it combines the features of a small City with the amenities of a ruralContinue Reading
Auditor Search 12-1-25 - How Gardner is Hiring Its Next Auditor Listen to the short meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Auditor Search Committee convened to address the requirements for the vacant City Auditor position. The committee’s main purpose was to approve the final draft of the City Auditor job description after previousContinue Reading
Council 12-1-25 - City Council Addresses Critical Legislative, Administrative, and Infrastructure Matters Complete Agenda and packet, CLICK HERE. Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. Public hearings were held to advance two related National Grid utility projects, installing underground conduits and transformers as part of the broader Rear Main StreetContinue Reading
Public Safety 12-1-25 - Public Safety Committee Addresses Winter Parking Ban Procedures. Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Gardner Public Safety Committee primarily focused on a public hearing to discuss amendments to the city’s winter parking ban procedures. City officials were reviewing the ineffectiveness of the current Code Red alertContinue Reading
Council on Aging 12-1-25 - Council on Aging Reviews Community Impact plus Financial and Operational Health The Gardner Council on Aging met on December 1, 2025. Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The December 1, 2025, Gardner Council on Aging Board Meeting, detailed both the administrative status of the Senior Center andContinue Reading
Code Red Update - City of Gardner Update on Code Red – Asks for Patience on Multiple Calls The City of Gardner posted: “Due to a nation wide breach in the old CodeRed system, a new system has been installed, however while the contacts for our area are uploaded there may be several callsContinue Reading
Road Closed 12-2-25 - Road Closed from Hannaford to Police Station From the Gardner Fire Department on December 2, 2025: “Be advised that Main St is closed from Hannafords to the Gardner police station due to wires down across the road. It will be closed until tomorrow. Please find an alternative route.” Update fromContinue Reading
Snow Day – Original Song - Gardner Magazine Releases a FUN Song for Snow Day called “Snow Day” Listen to the fun and funky original song “Snow Day” on any device, CLICK PLAY. From the song: “The winter breeze is blowing, Spreading flakes of white, Right now it’s snowing,It’s really quite a sight. …. Snow Day,Continue Reading
Parking Ban Dec 2nd - School Closings: Greater Gardner MA Schools Closed on Tuesday, December 2, 2025 include: Ashburnham-Westminster Regional Schools, Athol-Royalston Regional School District, Gardner Public Schools, Narragansett Regional School District, Quabbin Reginal School District, Winchendon Public Schools. Predicted Weather Results in Gardner On-Street Parking Ban This is the announcement from the City ofContinue Reading
Officer Smith Retires - Officer Smith Honored on Retirement – Ceremonial Last Radio Call Officer John Smith has retired from the Gardner Police Department. Shown is Officer Smith with his last radio call. AUDIO below is of the call. Gardner PD stated: “Congratulations on your retirement, Officer John smith. Today we celebrate Officer JohnContinue Reading
CDBG November 2025 - Gardner CAC, MVOC, and Pool Pavilion Project to Benefit from Reallocated CDBG Funds At its November meeting, the Gardner Community Development Block Grant Steering Committee met regarding the transfer of $158k in unused funds from completed demolition and improvement projects to the Gardner Community Action Committee and the Massachusetts VeteransContinue Reading
Redevelopment Authority – Nov 2025 - Administrative and Construction Updates Topic of Gardner Redevelopment Authority November meeting Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. A significant step forward was announced for the Rear Main Project North, which finally received approval from National Grid, allowing the contractor to complete subsurface electrical work and maintainContinue Reading
Parking Ban Changes - Gardner Magazine has all the Parking Ban related documents here from the City Council packet, CLICK HERE. If you’d like to look at the full packet, CLICK HERE. The graphic above is intended to illustrate the issue. The Chair Man and the Chair Lady also discuss the issue in aContinue Reading
Tree Lighting Update - Update November 30, 2025: Square Two has canceled the Holiday Stroll and Tree Lighting today in Gardner MA due to the predicted inclement weather. Other outdoor events in the Greater Gardner may also be affected.Continue Reading
Templeton Nov 2025 - Our article goes over happenings in Templeton MA in November 2025 based on 4 different weekly reports presented here on pdf for your reference: November 6th, November 14th, November 20th, and November 27th. Town of Templeton official website, CLICK HERE. What’s Been Happening In Templeton MA – An Overview andContinue Reading
Zip Code Fight - Zip Code Fight – The Case for a Phillipston Zip Code Gardner Magazine has a “Deep Dive” discussing and explaining the efforts of Phillipston, Massachusetts officials to secure a unique U.S. Postal Service Zip code for the town. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY Currently, Phillipston shares the 01331 codeContinue Reading
Hotline 11-29-25 - Government, Holidays, Social Media, and Heywood Hospital Subject of Hotline Radio Show of Saturday November 29, 2025 Listen to the entire show on any device, CLICK PLAY. Here’s what in the jam-packed show: First up on Hotline Radio: Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson – Small Business Saturday – The Mayor emphasizedContinue Reading