Top 100 Gardner MA News Headlines

  • Got the Zing - To Inspire your “Zing” Gardner Magazine releases the original POP song “Got the Zing” Listen to the original song about energy and getting involved in your community in a positive way. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. From the song: “Enthusiasm is contagious, energy can be outrageous, you can beContinue Reading
  • ZBA 9-16-25 - ZBA Acts on Walnut Street Property The Gardner Zoning Board of Appeals meeting on September 16, 2025 concerned a possible 7 unit project on Walnut Street. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Gardner Zoning Board of Appeals had two special permit applications before it concerning the property at 63Continue Reading
  • Chapter 90 Signing - Governor Healey in Gardner for Chapter 90 Signing Ceremony Governor Maura Healey, Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll, and various State and local officials were on hand for a ceremonial Chapter 90 Bill Signing. Listen to the speakers on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Chapter 90 bill is a significant $1.2 billionContinue Reading
  • Golf 9-15-25 - Golf Commission Considering New Clubhouse and Restaurant The Gardner Golf Commission met on September 15, 2025. Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson was there to explain the suggested legal process should the Commission wish to pursue a new clubhouse and restaurant including a feasibility study to assess costs, funding mechanisms, and theContinue Reading
  • Prelim Results 2025 - Gardner Preliminary Election Results 2025 Preliminary Election for Gardner Mayor. Candidates are Kimberly Blake, Ann DeBarros, and Michael Nicholson. The 2 candidates with the highest number of votes will advance to the regular election in November. Unofficial Results from City Clerk on pdf, CLICK HERE Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson wasContinue Reading
  • Council 9-15-25 - Last Council Meeting of Summer 2025 The Gardner City Council met on September 15, 2025. At the beginning of the meeting, Mayor Nicholson informed the Council that the last vote on non-union compensation did not have the requisite 6 votes to count. And, as 8 votes would be required forContinue Reading
  • Phillipston Crash - Multi-vehicle Collision with Lumber Truck Closes Route 2 On September 15, 2025, a late morning collision involving at least 6 vehicles and a lumber truck closed Route 2 near Exit 79 at the Phillipston – Templeton line. As of 1pm, the westbound lanes were closed and drivers were advised toContinue Reading
  • Cool Councilors - Gardner Magazine Releases “Cool Councilors” about 11 Public Servants “Cool Councilors” is an original song about the 11 members of the Gardner City Council. Each member brings their own skills and the song celebrates these 11 cool people. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. From the song: “Cool Councilors, coolContinue Reading
  • Public Safety 9-12-25 - Public Safety Committee Hears from Building, Police, Fire, and Health Departments Gardner City Councilors Brooks, Cormier, and Hardern listened to updates from the various departments on September 12, 2025. Listen to the entire meeting on any device. CLICK PLAY. Building: The new Building Commissioner Melissa MacDonald stated that she justContinue Reading
  • Hotline 9-13-25 - The Election Commentary from today’s Hotline Radio Show can be found separately on our Editorials and Commentary page, CLICK HERE. Hotline Radio with Various Updates, Commentary, Segments, and Interviews heard on September 13, 2025 Listen to the entire program on any device, CLICK PLAY. Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson speaks aboutContinue Reading
  • Erika Kirk Speaks - Erika Kirk Speaks to the Nation Just before 8:30pm Eastern Time on September 12, 2025, Erika Kirk, widow of Charlie Kirk who was murdered this week, spoke to the nation. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. Erika brought a message of love of Jesus Christ, of family, and of theContinue Reading
  • This Week 9-12-25 - Our Weekly News Magazine: “This Week in the Chair City” for Friday September 12, 2025 Listen to our Weekly News Magazine: “This Week in the Chair City”, September 12, 2025 edition on any device, CLICK PLAY. In this edition: City Finances, agreements and proposals — Public Service updates — SchoolContinue Reading
  • Finance 9-10-25 - Complete Agenda and Packet, CLICK HERE. Gardner Finance Committee Hears from City Treasurer on Various Matters Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Gardner Finance Committee heard from City Treasurer – Collector Jennifer Dymek who provided an update on tax collections, including real estate, personal property,Continue Reading
  • Planning Board 9-9-25 - Planning Board Discusses MWCC Addition to Building at Linus Allain Avenue Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Gardner Planning Board Meeting on September 9, 2025, primarily focused on a proposed development for Mount Wachusett Community College at 42 Linus Lane Avenue, which includes a 2,000Continue Reading
  • Cady Permanent Exhibit - The Seal of the City of Gardner designed by local artist Harrison Cady in 1922 features Colonel Thomas Gardner in the center, with a view of Crystal Lake and Mount Monadnock in the background, and five smaller circles with a chair (representing the furniture industry) and the letters W, W,Continue Reading
  • Public Service 9-9-25 - Ongoing Projects Discussed at Public Service Meeting Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Gardner Public Service Committee met on September 9, 2025 regarding various municipal updates and ongoing projects. Key topics included road paving initiatives which received a significant increase in state funding despite aContinue Reading
  • Conservation 9-8-25 - Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. Commission Addresses Range of Conservation-related Issues The Gardner Conservation Commission took up an emergency certification for a Beaver Dam breach at the Otter River Conservation Area, and held discussions on enforcement orders and notices of intent. Other key topics included:Continue Reading
  • Prelim 9-16-25 - Gardner Preliminary Election Has 3 Candidates On the ballot for the Preliminary Election on Tuesday, September 16, 2025 are the choices for Mayor. Candidates are incumbent Mayor Michael Nicholson, and challengers Ann Debarros and Kimberly Blake. Top 2 vote getters will face off in November. Polling Places are: Ward 1AContinue Reading
  • School Committee 9-8-25 - Gardner MA School Committee Holds First Meeting of New School Year. Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The meeting opened with a short statement by Zack Marquis on the After School Program which started with 20-30 kids and now has 100. It serves all 3 schools.Continue Reading
  • City Hall Portico - Front of City Hall to be Fixed – Mayor Describes Length & Scope of Work In order to prevent the loss of integrity to the tall pillars at the front of Gardner City Hall, the front entrance to the building will be closed for approximately 8 weeks beginning in October.Continue Reading
  • Swartz on Waterford - School Committee Member Swartz Positive on Waterford Meeting School Committee member Robert Swartz went to an information session at Waterford Community Center on September 8, 2025. Listen to his short comment on any device, CLICK PLAY. Here’s what Swartz said, “I had the fortune of attending a meeting this afternoonContinue Reading
  • Greg’s Cuts - “Greg” will be Cutting Hair in Gardner James Kraskouskas posted: “Opening Tuesday September 9th, Greg’s Cuts 10 Pearson Blvd. Gardner next to Anthony’s Liquor Mart and KFC/Taco Bell. Join us on day one as a new era in hair styling and cuts comes to Gardner. Let’s all welcome Greg!” GardnerContinue Reading
  • Hulette 9-6-25 - Publisher’s Note: The Gardner Fire Department often posts about severe weather, difficult calls, fire concerns, fire safety, and so much more to help keep you and your family safe. Lieutenant Eric Hulette is just one of the many men and women on the Gardner Fire Department who think outside ofContinue Reading
  • Hotline Radio 9-6-25 - The Hotline Show included an extended version of the original Radio Play Lab of Lies. There’s an update on the status of the 2 nefarious characters in Antarctica and then a political commentary with Werner Poegel following. The AUDIO below includes the entire package. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY.Continue Reading
  • Original Song – Great News - Gardner Magazine Releases Original Song: “Great News – (America’s Success Cruise) A fun, upbeat, positive song about America’s upward trajectory. Great News – (America’s Success Cruise) Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. From the song: “Factories back to making it here, investors bringing the latest gear, energy sourced from withinContinue Reading
  • Supportive Community - Gardner Mayor Nicholson is Proud of Community Coming Together This is what Mayor Nicholson stated, “This Wednesday, Gardner held its 11th Annual Overdose Awareness Day and Night of Hope Vigil. 11 years ago, the first time this event was held at Monument Park, the crowd wasn’t nearly the size itContinue Reading
  • This Week 9-5-25 - Our Weekly News Magazine: “This Week in the Chair City” for Friday September 5, 2025 Listen to our Weekly News Magazine: “This Week in the Chair City”, September 5, 2025 edition on any device, CLICK PLAY. On this week’s edition: Labor Day, First Day of School, Transfer Station Swap Shop,Continue Reading
  • Library More Hours - Library Hours Starting September 29th:Monday: 9 a.m-6 p.m.Tuesday: 9 a.m.-6 p.m.Wednesday: 9 a.m.-7 p.m.Thursday: 9 a.m.-7 p.m.Friday: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.Saturday: 9am-3pm Note that until the 29th, the Saturday Hours will be 9am to 1pm. Library Announces More Evening and Weekend Hours Director Marita Klements of the Levi Heywood Memorial LibraryContinue Reading
  • Levi Heywood September 2025 - Levi Heywood to Offer Unique Ayurveda Workshop – A FREE Event The Levi Heywood Memorial Library has a unique program exploring Ayurveda, the 5000 year old alternative medicine practice from India. The meaning of the word is “science of life”. Gardner Magazine has a “Deep Dive” on the Fall AyurvedaContinue Reading
  • City Council 9-2-25 - Listen to the entire City Council meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY Gardner City Council Holds September 2nd Meeting The Gardner City Council meeting on September 2nd, 2025, primarily focused on approving various city appointments and advancing an important ordinance regarding non-union employee compensation. Key decisions included confirming appointments toContinue Reading
  • Purple at City Hall - Group from Alyssa’s Place plants ribbons at Gardner City Hall Alyssa’s Place made this post on September 1st: “ Today at City Hall, Alyssa’s Place planted ribbons in solemn remembrance of the lives lost to overdose. In 2024 alone, 1,598 individuals in our community and beyond lost their lives dueContinue Reading
  • Gardner Songbook - All original songs written by Werner Poegel over the past year. The songs are rendered by Sophisticated AI. Have a suggestion for a song about Gardner? Email News@GardnerMagazine.com Gardner Magazine Releases “The Gardner Songbook” featuring Songs About Gardner This 2 hour program features one song after the other about GardnerContinue Reading
  • Endorsements – Awards – Recognition - Endorsements and Recognition Received by the City of Gardner and Mayor Michael Nicholson Gardner Magazine recently spoke with Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson about Endorsements, Awards, and Recognition received by the City of Gardner and the Mayor himself. Listen to the 7 1/2 minute interview segment on any device. CLICK PLAY.Continue Reading
  • Energy Landscape - For an extensive array of resources about energy in the United States and throughout the world, visit the U.S. Energy Information Administration website, CLICK HERE. An Informative Deep Dive: “The U.S. Energy Landscape” This Gardner Magazine “Deep Dive” with the Chair Man and the Chair Lady is a complete primerContinue Reading
  • Model City for America - Gardner Magazine Releases “Model City for America” a song about why Gardner is America’s Model City Do a few things right and nobody pays attention. But dominate success during the past few years in almost every area, the region, the rest of the state, and the country notices. This isContinue Reading
  • Views of Gardner - Views of Gardner – August 2025 The landscape in Gardner is continually changing. The parking garage on West Lynde Street has beautiful pillars and the green paint job looks really good. Maki Park has sometimes been a bustling center for fun as it has been used this summer as anContinue Reading
  • Proud of Gardner - Editorial: Have you Noticed the Increased Pride in the City of Gardner? Have you noticed something taking place in the City of Gardner over the past few years? More people are supporting each other in so many different ways. Businesses are joyfully coming in to the City of Gardner toContinue Reading
  • Hotline 8-30-25 - WGAW Hotline Radio Show of August 30, 2025 Listen to the entire show on any device, CLICK PLAY. The show opens up with a discussion with Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson about community events, Wood’s Ambulance and that all services are continuing, crime is down by almost half in Gardner sinceContinue Reading
  • Original Song – Workin’ Man - Gardner Magazine Releases an original song for Labor Day “Workin’ Man” We thought the best way to wish you a Happy Labor Day was with a special original song dedicated to the “Workin’ Man”, or really working men and women everywhere. We made sure it had some really cool guitarContinue Reading
  • Bus Schedules 25-26 - Gardner School Bus Schedules Available Gardner Elementary School Bus Stop List — Gardner Middle School Bus Stop List —- Gardner High School -Gardner Academy School Bus Stop List === Lists are as of August 27, 2025 Gardner Public Schools Transportation page, CLICK HEREContinue Reading
  • Gardner Youth Center - Gardner Community Youth Center Opens for Teens in the Chair City City Leaders showed up for the ribbon cutting of the Youth Center which has transitioned from the former Boys and Girls Club. You’ll hear from Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson, State Representative Jonathan Zlotnik, City Councilor Elizabeth Kazinskas, Director BrandonContinue Reading
  • Monthly Update 8-29-25 - Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson did his Monthly Update from the site of the new Community Youth Center which will be FREE to Gardner residents due to grant funding for the first year. A Comprehensive Monthly Update with Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson A comprehensive update from Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson onContinue Reading
  • This Week 8-29-25 - Our Weekly News Magazine: “This Week in the Chair City” for Friday August 29, 2025 Listen to our Weekly News Magazine: “This Week in the Chair City”, August 29, 2025 edition on any device, CLICK PLAY. This Week’s Topics Include: Labor Day – First Day of School – School BusContinue Reading
  • Public Safety 8-28-25 - Winter Parking Procedures Discussed at Public Safety Committee Meeting Gardner Police Chief Eric McAvene, Deputy Chief Nicholas Maroni, and Purchasing Director Joshua Cormier(Chair of Traffic Commission) met with the Public Safety Committee on August 28, 2025. Councilors Karen Harden, Calvin Brooks, and Craig Cormier heard a proposal for a changeContinue Reading
  • Finance Committee 8-27-25 - Department Updates and Non-Union Compensation Ideas Focus of Finance Committee Meeting Listen to the entire 89 minute meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Committee heard detailed updates from the City Clerk, Human Resources, Assessor, and Purchasing Department Heads. The proposed change to the City ordinance concerning non-union compensation wasContinue Reading
  • Appointments 8-26-25 - Appointments Committee Reviews Appointments – Resignations – Assignments Various appointments by the Mayor, multiple resignations within various city departments, a new Veterans Director and new Building Commissioner, police officer assignments to polling locations, and election officers for 2025-2026 were discussed and reviewed. Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICKContinue Reading
  • Radio Play – The Evil Lab - Gardner Magazine Releases a Radio Play “The Evil Lab – the Lab of Lies” Listen to the original Radio Play on any device, CLICK PLAY. Our fictional characters “Our Lady the Flake” and the “Evil Dr. Mayo” are at it again cooking up lies on Facebook. With support in anContinue Reading
  • Library Strategic Plan - Levi Heywood Memorial Library has a Strategic Plan The Levi Heywood Memorial Library has been working diligently over the past few years on expanding services and expanding hours to serve the community even better. The working blueprint has been its Strategic Plan for Fiscal Year 2026 through Fiscal Year 2030.Continue Reading
  • Stop for Bus - Massachusetts School Bus Law – PAY ATTENTION Gardner starts school on Tuesday, September 2nd which means school buses will be everywhere. The Gardner Police Department posted, “School is here for some and just around the corner for others! Let’s keep our kids safe at the bus stop by following safetyContinue Reading
  • Wood’s Ambulance - Wood’s Ambulance Responds Favorably to Financial Challenges In response to a press report elsewhere about an IRS lien, Wood’s Ambulance issued the following statement: “August 27, 2025 – Wood’s Ambulance,Inc. On July 28th a lien was publicly filed by the IRS. Prior to that date, Wood’s Ambulance had been inContinue Reading
  • Promises Kept 8-26-25 - Promises Kept – Interview with Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson Gardner Magazine Publisher Werner Poegel spoke with Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson on August 26, 2025. We opened the interview referencing the Mayor’s closing statement in a debate of June 2020 in which he made some promises. We then asked him aboutContinue Reading
  • Swap Shop - Gardner Announces “Swap Shop” at Transfer Station The Swap Shop is open for drop-off and browsing on Fridays from 9am to 2pm and on Saturdays from 8 to noon. Swap Shop is open to Gardner residents with a current Transfer Station Sticker of 1-Day Pass. A page on the CityContinue Reading
  • Conservation 8-25-25 - Conservation Commission Addresses Environmental and Land Use Matters The Gardner Conservation Commission met on August 25, 2025 to address various local environmental and land use concerns. Three members of the public spoke at the beginning of the meeting highlighting issues relating to the sludge landfill, observations about the condition ofContinue Reading
  • Golf Commission - Gardner Golf Commission Meets – Will Fly a Drone to Control Canadian Geese Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. Various operational and financial aspects of the Gardner Municipal Golf Course were discussed. The City Solicitor is reviewing fees. The Commission discussed various matters including replacement ofContinue Reading
  • National Dog Day - Greater Gardner MA Celebrates National Dog Day We all love our dogs and recognize our pets as members of the family. August 26, 2025 is National Dog Day. The official website is NationalDogDay.com, CLICK HERE. From NationalDogDay.com “Founded in 2004 by Animal Welfare Advocate, Author and Pet Lifestyle Expert, ColleenContinue Reading
  • Half the Crime – Original Song - From the song: “Cutting crime in half, working on citizens behalf, let me draw you a graph, crime is down by half.” Thanks again to the Gardner PD! Dedicated to the Public Safety Team and the Gardner Police Department – an original song – “Half the Crime” Gardner Magazine releasedContinue Reading
  • EDC 8-22-25 - Top left to right: Assistant Director Amy Yuhasz, Councilor Elizabeth Kazinskas, and Director Jason Stevens. Bottom left to right: Director Jason Stevens, Council President George Tyros, and Mayor Michael Nicholson The Community Development and Planning Department has direct phone lines for each of its staff members: Director Jason Stevens –Continue Reading
  • Gardner Crime Rate - Gardner Police Department Efforts are Paying Off with less CRIME Overall crime in Gardner since Mayor Michael Nicholson took office is down by almost half, 44.6% in 2024 vs. 2020. Our chart shows the overall crime rate per 100,000 people (the manner in which stats are quoted) See 2024 StatsContinue Reading
  • Ashburnham Dog Attack - Ashburnham Woman Seriously Injured in Dog Attack Ashburnham officers observed a dog attack in progress on August 23, 2025 when responding to a report of a previous dog bite and forced entry into a residence with the assistance of the Ashburnham Fire Department. After entry was made to the residence,Continue Reading
  • Oktoberfest 2025 - Gardner Downtown Event to be More Fabulous than Ever The focus of the September 27, 2025 event is shifting completely to the 20th Annual Gardner Oktoberfest and 15th annual Gardner Chair Luge. This year’s theme is Beetlejuice. We have a complete schedule of events in our complete article on thisContinue Reading
  • Hotline 8-23-25 - Steve Wendell has offered to provide a 15 minute recorded segment for each of the candidates in the upcoming election even if they don’t have opposition. Wendell states that the segment will be presented exactly as received and will not be edited. WGAW Hotline Radio Packed with Information on AugustContinue Reading
  • Original Song – Social Media Ditch - Gardner Magazine releases “Social Media Ditch” an original song about falling for lies The original song “Social Media Ditch” features some really great piano and saxophone sections. Just for fun, there’s 4 different versions: Pop Rock, Pop Funk, Rock, and Modern Jazz. Enjoy any or all on any device, CLICKContinue Reading
  • Templeton Municipal Light - Templeton Municipal Light GM Refutes Bennett Claims The General Manager of Templeton Municipal Light, John Driscoll, took the unusual step of responding publicly to claims made on Social media by Jeff Bennett. According to Driscoll, Bennett inaccurately stated “every water customer pays $353.64 per year just to receive a waterContinue Reading
  • Paving Update 8-22-25 - Increased Funding Means More Paving in Gardner – A Paving List from Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson Gardner Mayor Nicholson released the following statement on August 22, 2025: “The City of Gardner is pleased to announce that the following streets are set to be re-paved in 2025. (see provided graphic below)Continue Reading
  • This Week 8-22-25 - Our Weekly News Magazine: “This Week in the Chair City” for Friday August 22, 2025 Listen to our Weekly News Magazine: “This Week in the Chair City”, August 22, 2025 edition on any device, CLICK PLAY. Drought and Fires — ZBA Goof up — Helping the Homeless — Hazard MitigationContinue Reading
  • Fire and Drought - For more information from Drought.gov on Fire and Drought, see various maps, CLICK HERE. For up to date drought conditions in Gardner MA at any time, please visit this page, CLICK HERE. Greater Gardner Drought Outlook: No Drought – But: Wildfires in Western United States The Greater Gardner MA weatherContinue Reading
  • Zoning 8-20-25 - Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. Procedural Goof-up taints Gardner Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting on August 19, 2025 The Gardner Zoning Board of Appeals is composed of 5 members with a majority vote of 4 needed to approve an item. (3 does not meet 2/3Continue Reading
  • North Star Family Services - North Star Family Services has a website, CLICK HERE. — Brochure, CLICK HERE. — One-sheet on Endowment Campaign, CLICK HERE. For those who want to help there is a wish list, CLICK HERE. There’s a donation page with a secure donation link and a mailing address, CLICK HERE. Helping HomelessContinue Reading
  • 25 Main Water - Water Line Takes a Second Day Pleasant Street in Downtown Gardner is closed again for water line work on August 20, 2025. Gardner City Hall posted, “Please be advised:Pleasant Street will be closed again today Wednesday, Aug. 20th between Parker Street and City Hall Avenue as private crews install theContinue Reading
  • Accident Route 2 - Gardner and Westminster Fire Departments Respond to Route 2 Accident On August 19, 2025, Gardner and Westminster Fire Departments responded to a motor vehicle accident which resulted in Route 2 being closed for about a half hour while the accident was cleared. Gardner Fire Department posted, “Earlier today, Group 1Continue Reading
  • Non-Profits Interview - Supporting Non-Profits in Gardner – Interview with the Mayor Gardner Magazine recently spoke with Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson about how the City and the Mayor have supported non-profits in Gardner. Listen on any device. CLICK PLAY Mayor Nicholson spoke about the Montachusett Veterans Outreach Center, the Gardner CAC, Growing Places,Continue Reading
  • Airport Deep Dive - Updates – Research – Tech – Creative Ideas at Gardner Airport There’s so much more than you might expect going on at the Gardner Airport. Gardner Magazine has a “Deep Dive” with the Chair Man and the Chair Lady pulling back the curtain on the Gardner Airport. Listen on anyContinue Reading
  • City Council 8-18-25 - Gardner Magazine has a complete analysis of this meeting with a “Deep Dive” from the Chair Man and Chair Lady who go over the meeting and explain Gardner’s strategic move to keep talent. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. Non-Union Salaries Topic of 93 Minute City Council Meeting The GardnerContinue Reading
  • Child in Car - Editorial: A Stark Reminder to Never Leave a Child Alone in a Car An incident August 18, 2025 at Heywood Hospital in Gardner MA is a stark reminder to never leave a child alone in a car. A vehicle was stolen with the child inside, but luckily for the child,Continue Reading
  • Beaches 8-18-25 - Some Area Beaches Closed Due to Bacterial Exceedance Area beaches closed include: Damon Pond in Ashby, Eagle Lake in Holden, Lunenburg Town Beach, Beamans Pond Day Use and Campground in Templeton, Pearl Hill Pond in Townsend, Crow Hill Pond in Westminster, and Lake Dennison Day Use and North Camp inContinue Reading
  • Back to School - Gardner Magazine releases a short, but fun original song “Back to School” Back to School is just around the corner. Listen to the song on any device, CLICK PLAY. From the song: “Eat a good breakfast so the brain’s in gear, nutrition sets you up for a great year,Get plentyContinue Reading
  • Gardner Museum Fall 2025 - On the web, visit the Gardner Museum website, CLICK HERE. Gardner Museum – Fall Lecture Series with a “Deep Dive” The Gardner Museum located at 28 Pearl Street in Gardner MA has announced an impressive Fall Lecture Series. CLICK FOR PRINTABLE PDF. Gardner Magazine’s Chair Man and Chair Lady coverContinue Reading
  • Weather Center Upgrade - Access the Greater Gardner Weather Center, CLICK HERE. Gardner Magazine Upgrades Greater Gardner Weather Center Gardner Magazine is pleased to announce that the Greater Gardner Weather Center has been upgraded. Here’s what you’ll find: The Greater Gardner Weather Center can be found right here.Continue Reading
  • Gardner Brain Drain - Gardner Brain Drain – City Council to Discuss – and our DEEP DIVE The Gardner City Council has a meeting of the whole on Monday, August 18, 2025 to discuss what’s in the 774 page agenda concerning non-union compensation. Here is that huge agenda, CLICK HERE. Gardner is trying toContinue Reading
  • Basic City Services - For all of the AUDIO interviews (plus text of all questions and answers included) from all 3 dozen categories of the Fiscal 6 Project, please visit Fiscal6.com, CLICK HERE. — Also, there’s more on this topic at MIchaelNicholsonMA.com, CLICK HERE. Basic City Services – An interview with Gardner Mayor MichaelContinue Reading
  • Hotline 8-16-25 - WGAW Hotline Radio of Saturday, August 16, 2025 Listen to the entire show on any device. CLICK PLAY. 1st Hour: First guest was Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson. Topics: The election process. A question about a call re rodents. — Greenwood Pool update — Chapter 90 Road Repair — Green StreetContinue Reading
  • Lab of Lies - Lies are still being cooked up on a Rogue Gardner Facebook Group. But, the public is tired of the antics. Gardner Magazine is releasing an original song “Lab of Lies.” Listen on any device. CLICK PLAY. EDITORIAL: Rogue Gardner Facebook Group Steps up Lab of Lies The “Lab of Lies”Continue Reading
  • Supplemental FY25 - Governor Healey Files Supplemental Budget Bill The actual Fiscal Year 2025 ended on June 30, 2025 but the state is still dealing with it. On Thursday, August 14, 2025, Governor Maura Healey filed a supplemental budget bill to strengthen Massachusetts’ financial standing amid national economic uncertainty and end Fiscal YearContinue Reading
  • This Week 8-15-25 - Our Weekly News Magazine: “This Week in the Chair City” for Friday August 15, 2025 Listen to our Weekly News Magazine: “This Week in the Chair City”, August 15, 2025 edition on any device,, CLICK PLAY. Reports this week on Downtown Gardner – Gardner Fire Department – Celebrating Social SecurityContinue Reading
  • Oktoberfest – Chair Luge 2025 - Gardner Downtown Event Will Hit a Milestone Saturday, September 27, 2025 is the 20th annual Oktoberfest, Party in the Street, in Downtown Gardner. Established in 2006 by Gardner Ale House owner Rick Walton, the event draws hundreds and hundreds each year. A few years after the start of the event,Continue Reading
  • Fire Department 8-13-25 - Gardner Fire Department Celebrates New Vehicles with an entourage of officials The celebration was held at Gardner Fire Department Headquarters on August 13, 2025. Federal, State, and City funds paid for 3 vehicles and various equipment. The check being held represents the Federal share of close to 2 million dollars.Continue Reading
  • SSA – Senior Center - Gardner Senior Center Celebrates 90th Anniversary of Social Security At an event held on August 13, 2025, attendees of the Gardner Senior Center were joined by various officials to celebrate the 90th anniversary of Social Security along with representatives from AARP. Gardner Senior Center posted this statement: “What an excitingContinue Reading
  • Attack of the Radio People - Gardner Magazine Releases a mid summer smash: “Attack of the Radio People” Just imagine if an alien race of “radio people” came to earth with the intent of converting the population. But they met people they didn’t expect, the bickering politicians in Washington D.C. and rejected colonization. The only timeContinue Reading
  • Farmers Market August 16th - 80’s and Mostly Sunny Weather Expected for Saturday Gardner Farmers Market The Gardner Farmers Market is Saturday August 16, 2025 at the Waterford Community Center with a 9:30am opening. The market is scheduled to be open until 1pm. Gardner Farmers Market posted, “Stop by the market and shop local farmContinue Reading
  • American Flag in Gardner - CLICK either image for a larger view. American Flag is Proudly on Display in Gardner MA These Gardner Photos were taken over the last couple of years as the American Flag has been proudly waving in Gardner. Whether it’s a public event, a public building, or a private building, youContinue Reading
  • Keeping Cool - Keeping Cool in 90 Degree Weather With temperatures at 90 degrees again, here are some tips to keep cool. Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of water throughout the day, even if you don’t feel thirsty. Avoid sugary drinks, caffeine, and alcohol, as these can dehydrate you. Consider sports drinks to replenishContinue Reading
  • Downtown Gardner 8-12-25 - Downtown Gardner Progress Announcement Released 8-12-25 The City of Gardner released a short announcement from Downtown Gardner featuring 4 speakers: State Representative Jonathan Zlotnik, Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson, Community Development and Planning Director Jason Stevens, and City Councilor Brad Heglin. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. Both State Representative JonathanContinue Reading
  • The Gardner Perspective - Gardner Magazine releases “The Gardner Perspective” – inspired by Rachael Roberts This powerful, emotional, positive song about Gardner is an original inspired by the wisdom of Rachael Roberts who has worked in the Gardner Mayor’s office for over a decade. Listen to the song on any device, CLICK PLAY. FromContinue Reading
  • Mid Summer Blues - Gardner Magazine releases an original blues song “Mid Summer Blues” about Summer heat frustrations Are you so hot when the weather turns 90 that you’re putting ice cubes between your toes. This song is a fun blues song about the “Mid Summer Blues” There are 2 separate blues versions, bothContinue Reading
  • Infrastructure 8-11-25 - Infrastructure in Gardner – The Complete Report Gardner Magazine has spoken with Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson about Gardner infrastructure. Infrastructure is the set of facilities and systems that serve a City like Gardner and the term encompasses the services and facilities necessary for its economy, households, and firms to function.Continue Reading
  • Deep Dive – Infrastructure - DEEP DIVE – Infrastructure A conversation and report with the Chair Man and the Chair Lady on both hard and soft infrastructure. The explanation is illuminating. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY.Continue Reading
  • Pool Open 8-11-25 - Greenwood Pool is open regular hours noon to 5pm. Repairs were completed. However, Yoga in the Park has been canceled on Monday, August 11, 2025 due to the heat.Continue Reading
  • Downtown Gardner Guide - Profiling Downtown Gardner Massachusetts – What You’ll Find Downtown Gardner MA has evolved over the years and there are so many reasons why Downtown Gardner is a Place to Enjoy. Here’s a listing of Downtown Businesses with links to websites if available. Did we miss one? Please email News@GardnerMagazine.com andContinue Reading
  • Downtown Gardner – Place to Enjoy - “Downtown Gardner – A Place to Enjoy” original song Gardner Magazine is releasing an ensemble package of the original song “Downtown Gardner – A Place to Enjoy”. Downtown Gardner is such a great place that just one version of the song wouldn’t do Downtown Gardner MA justice, so the songContinue Reading
  • Hotline 8-9-25 - Local and State Officials appear on WGAW Hotline Radio The WGAW Hotline Radio Show was heard from noon to 2pm on Saturday August 9, 2025. Listen to the entire program on any device. CLICK PLAY. Starting off the program was Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson. There was a discussion of campaignContinue Reading