Top 100 Gardner MA News Headlines

  • Greenwood Area – July 2026 - Clear Site Lines at Greenwood Pool The current view at the Greenwood Memorial Pool is a preview of what the area will look like when the Greenwood Pavilion is built on the land between the pool and Park Street Park. The Greenwood Memorial Pool is open 7 days a weekContinue Reading
  • George Tyros – June Update - Gardner City Council President George Tyros Releases Update Covering End of Fiscal Year On July 10, 2026, Gardner City Council President George Tyros released his end of June 2026 update. Below is the text of the update: Third Time’s the Charm: FY2027 Budget is SetThis month, the City Council successfullyContinue Reading
  • Drought 7-9-26 - Due to the drought which has developed and streamflow readings, many communities have some sort of non-essential water use restrictions. If you have any questions, contact your local City or Town Hall for guidance. Massachusetts Drought Status – We need more rain! On July 9, 2026, Massachusetts Energy and EnvironmentalContinue Reading
  • Gardner’s Cheerleader - Analysis: Gardner’s Architect of Community Spirit – Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson Gardner’s Architect of Community Spirit: A Synthesis of Civic Engagement and Economic Growth Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson This is an analysis of the current state of community spirit and civic leadership in Gardner, Massachusetts, primarily through the lens ofContinue Reading
  • Board of Assessors 7-8-26 - Article and Commentary: Lessons in Precision from a Three Minute Board Meeting Listen to the exciting Board of Assessors Meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. While public attention is often captured by the high-drama debates of city councils or state legislatures, the foundational work of a municipality happens in muchContinue Reading
  • License Commission 7-7-26 - Through a collaborative effort based on lessons learned, the 2026 Gardner Food Truck Festival should be more consumer-friendly and safer for all concerned. The addition of tables and chairs is a welcome feature this year. Gardner License Commission Addresses Alcohol Safety, Sightlines, and More at July Meeting – Better LayoutContinue Reading
  • Food Truck Festival Interview 2026 - Update 7-10-26: Gardner’s Food Truck Festival will start off with a tribute to America’s 250: Mayor Michael Nicholson stated; “The Col. Henry Knox Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution are sending someone to do a musket volley to start the festival off at 12pm on the front stepsContinue Reading
  • MWCC Community Members Honored - Pictured Top: Dan Hickey, District Director, Office of State Senator Peter J. Durant and MWCC Paramedicine Clinical Coordinator John Breshnahan, MPA, NRP, I/C Pictured Bottom: Dan Hickey, District Director, Office of State Senator Peter J. Durant and Officer Caleb Matson of the Templeton Police Department Mount Wachusett Community College CelebratesContinue Reading
  • Tampering Case - Unusual Opioid Tampering Case Implicates Gardner MA Man View the complete Press Release, CLICK HERE. According to the United States Attorney’s office, 37 year old Andrew Milgrim of Gardner agreed to plead guilty to one count of tampering with a consumer product. Milgrim will make his initial appearance, waive indictmentContinue Reading
  • City Council 7-6-26 - Gardner City Council Meets with New City Clerk at the Desk Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Gardner City Council meeting held on July 6, 2026, focused on administrative appointments, fiscal reallocations, and the resolution of procedural complaints. Key outcomes included the dismissal of twoContinue Reading
  • Greeenwood Pool Open 7-6-26 - The Greenwood Memorial Pool is Gardner is OPEN! Seasonal Reopening of Greenwood Memorial Pool Following repairs which delayed the opening of the pool by over 10 days, The Greenwood Outdoor Memorial Pool in Gardner, MA, has officially commenced its seasonal operations, providing community access seven days a week. The facilityContinue Reading
  • Vision Zero Interview 7-6-26 - Important Web Links: City of Gardner Safety Action Plan page, CLICK HERE. —- Interactive Map, CLICK HERE. Gardner MA Vision Zero Safety Plan Interview It’s all about eliminating traffic fatalities and injuries with the goal of reducing the numbers to zero. Gardner Magazine had the honor of speaking with LisaContinue Reading
  • Weekly Briefing 7-5-26 - Gardner Magazine Weekly Briefing – July 5, 2026 “from the Region to the World“ The Gardner Magazine Weekly Briefing focuses on North Central MA, State of MA, U.S. National, and World News. In addition, we have a Deep Dive podcast with the Chair Man and the Chair Lady and aContinue Reading
  • WGAW Hotline Radio 7-4-26 - Hotline on the 4th – An Iconic Episode of Gardner’s Hit Radio Show on July 4, 2026 Listen to the entire show on any device, CLICK PLAY. Steve Wendell updated the audience that the investigation is ongoing into the Urban Terrorists who sabotaged the radio station on 2 occasions andContinue Reading
  • Gardner Food Truck Festival 2026 - Update: 7-6-26: Gardner Magazine has been informed that the hours of the Gardner Food Truck Festival this year are Noon to 5pm. We apologize for the error in the hours quoted when article was first published. CLICK ON ANY IMAGE for a larger view. North Central MA Gets Ready forContinue Reading
  • Alexa Interview 7-3-26 - America 250 – Massachusetts Fireworks Displays July 3rd and July 4th – Interview with Alexa Gardner Magazine likes to break technological ground so we present a short interview with AI Amazon Alexa on Massachusetts Fireworks Displays and the record-breaking heat this week. We also discuss historical context of the DeclarationContinue Reading
  • Airport July 2026 - The Exciting Story of Gardner Airport Runway 18 Listen to the Gardner Airport Commission meeting of July 1, 2026 on any device,, CLICK PLAY. The Gardner Airport Commission meeting on July 1, 2026 focused primarily on securing navigation easements for runway 18. A representative from Gale Associates details a revisedContinue Reading
  • Evolution – American Media - America 250 – Evolution of Media in the United States Gardner Magazine has a complete page of 7 varied reports with infographics on the Evolution of Media in the United States, CLICK HERE. Listen to a “Deep Dive” podcast with the Chair Man and the Chair Lady. CLICK PLAY. ListenContinue Reading
  • Fire at Templeton Auto Auction Site - Fire Destroys about 60 Vehicles in Templeton MA Multiple Fire Departments responded to an early morning fire Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 223 Baldwinville Road in Templeton, the location of Insurance Auto Auctions. 911 callers had reported hearing explosions around 2am. Fire crews found approximately 12 vehicles engulfed in flamesContinue Reading
  • Town Crier – Episode 28 - Update on Municipal Affairs and Community Events in Westminster MA – Town Crier Episode 28 Listen to the episode on any device, CLICK PLAY. This episode of the Westminster Town Crier podcast, hosted by Town Administrator Stephanie Lahtinen, offers a comprehensive update on municipal affairs and community events in Westminster.Continue Reading
  • Finance Committee 7-1-26 - The First Gardner Finance Committee Meeting of Fiscal Year 2027 The City of Gardner MA Finance Committee met on July 1, 2026. Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. Key discussions included proposed ordinances for financial transparency, the ratification of a new City Clerk’s salary step, and theContinue Reading
  • Buddhist Center Fire - Fire Heavily Damages Gardner MA Buddhist Center A fire at the Buddhist Center at 20 Lakewood Terrace in Gardner on June 30, 2026 caused extensive damage and the occupants are not able to return to the building. Gardner Magazine received this information from Gardner Fire Chief Greg Lagoy: “The fireContinue Reading
  • Golf Commission 6-29-26 - Essential Infrastructure and Ongoing Maintenance Focus of Golf Commission Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. Discussed was essential infrastructure updates and ongoing maintenance at the local course. A major focus of the meeting was the restoration of the irrigation system, which is now operating at full capacityContinue Reading
  • Greatest American Speeches - America 250 – Greatest American Speeches For most of the nation’s history over the last 250 years, the speeches made were not aired on major media. For example, what if radio had existed when President Abraham Lincoln gave the Gettysburg Address? What if we could hear the deliberations over theContinue Reading
  • American Inventions - Listen to this DEEP DIVE on how American Inventions built Modern Life. CLICK PLAY. What inventions impacted the United States the most? What were the most important? Listen to this debate on any device, CLICK PLAY. America 250 -1776 to 2026 – A Special Report on the History of InventionsContinue Reading
  • Cooling Centers July 2026 - Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson has announced Cooling Centers for Gardner. Contact your local town for resources in your community. Cooling Centers Activated – Greater Gardner MA Expecting HEAT From Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson: “Due to the predicted heatwave, I have activated the City’s cooling centers from Wednesday, July 1, 2026Continue Reading
  • America’s 250th Birthday - Gardner Magazine is pleased to celebrate the 250th Birthday of the United States. We have 3 different pages with more history details: View the special American Milestone page, CLICK HERE. — Historical Figures page, CLICK HERE. — Greatest Speeches in American History, CLICK HERE. Original Song “An American Milestone” OriginalContinue Reading
  • Heat Watch - Greater Gardner MA Heat Watch – Wednesday through Friday -July to start off HOT …EXTREME HEAT WATCH WILL BE IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY MORNING 7-1-26 THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING 7-3-26 This Week’s Forecast: Monday, high near 83. Tuesday, high near 85. Wednesday, high near 93. Thursday, high near 97. Friday, highContinue Reading
  • Royalston Music Fest 2026 - 22nd Annual Royalston Music Fest Features Two Performance Dates Imagine the quintessential summer afternoon: the scent of a charcoal grill drifting on a light breeze, the rhythmic strum of a guitar echoing through the trees, and a sense of belonging that money simply can’t buy. In an era of $150Continue Reading
  • Weekly Briefing 6-28-26 - For a complete June 2026 Briefing on all 19 communities in the extended Greater Gardner MA area, CLICK for this SPECIAL June 2026 Briefing page. Gardner Magazine Weekly Briefing for June 28, 2026 This week we have a total of 5 podcasts for the Weekly Briefing of June 28, 2026.Continue Reading
  • Heywood – School-Based - View additional details in the infographics below and in the Complete Press Release, CLICK HERE. Heywood Healthcare School-Based Services Named 2026 Outstanding Community Health Worker Program of the Year The Massachusetts Association of Community Health Workers (MACHW) has recognized Heywood Healthcare’s School-Based Services program as the 2026 Outstanding Community HealthContinue Reading
  • Gardner PD – Safe Relationships - Safe Relationships – What Every College Student Should Know The Gardner Police Department has posted about an event coming up: “Safe Relationships: What Every College Student Should Know. A free info session for college-bound students and their parents on recognizing red flags, setting boundaries, and staying safe in relationships. Thursday,Continue Reading
  • WGAW Hotline 6-27-26 - In one of the most impactful shows of the year, WGAW Hotline Radio covers local happenings and regional issues On Saturday June 27, 2026, listeners to WGAW Hotline Radio were treated to a fast-paced program of consequential segments. Listen to the entire show on any device, CLICK PLAY. WGAW’s HotlineContinue Reading
  • Gardner 241st - It’s the 241st Birthday of the City of Gardner MA Gardner was officially a town on June 27, 1785 which makes June 27, 2026 its 241st birthday. Gardner was formed by land donated by Winchendon, Westminster, Ashburnham, and Templeton which is why the letters WWAT are shown in the CityContinue Reading
  • Mayor’s Update 6-26-26 - A Comprehensive Update on Summer Community Events and Municipal Services from Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson Listen to the update on any device, CLICK PLAY. Mayor Michael Nicholson of Gardner provides a comprehensive update regarding summer community events and local municipal services for the upcoming months. The presentation highlights the reopeningContinue Reading
  • Projects and Progress Gardner MA - Listen to the AUDIO of either or both meetings. View the various infographics below documenting the progress in Gardner. Gardner MA Projects and Progress Discussed During Pair of Meetings Listen to the CDBG Meeting from June 23rd on any device, CLICK PLAY. Listen to the Economic Development Committee Meeting fromContinue Reading
  • Summer Reading 2026 - For more information about programs at the library, visit their website, CLICK HERE. Levi Heywood Memorial Library Kicks off Summer Reading Program From the library: “What an INCREDIBLE Night! WOW! Thank you to over 500 people who came out last night for our Summer Reading Kickoff Party! The energy, theContinue Reading
  • Commissioning Heywood Helipad - The Helipad is officially commissioned at Heywood Hospital in Gardner MA. View complete Press Release, CLICK HERE. Helipad Formally Commissioned at Heywood Hospital in Gardner MA View complete Press Release, CLICK HERE. Listen to the Chair Man and the Chair Lady discuss this news in a podcast. CLICK PLAY. OnContinue Reading
  • Zlotnik Interview 6-24-26 - Gardner Magazine spoke with State Representative Jonathan Zlotnik on June 24, 2026. We discussed Zlotnik’s Legislative Legacy and his Future as he had announced back in April that he would not be seeking another term. During the interview, Zlotnik officially endorsed Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson for State Representative. Complete ReportContinue Reading
  • Ballot Access – Boudreau - Nathan Boudreau has a website. If you would like more information on his campaign. CLICK HERE. Complete Details – Ballot Access Determination regarding Nathan Boudreau in State Representative Race Gardner Magazine is publishing the letter sent to Nathan Boudreau by the State of MA regarding his failure to qualify forContinue Reading
  • Conservation 6-22-26 - Conservation Commission: Property Compliance, Ecological Restoration Efforts, Cease and Desist, Delayed Culvert Repairs. North Central Pathway Timeline, and Agent Resignation. Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. Local officials and environmental consultants reviewed several ongoing property compliance cases. Representatives for sites on Nicole Terrace, Brookside Drive, andContinue Reading
  • City Council 6-22-26 - Gardner City Council Passes FY27 Budget with Numerous Reductions AUDIO of meeting presented here has the silence of the recess periods edited out. That’s is why the length differs considerably from the video which will be presented on the City’s YouTube channel. Listen to the entire meeting on any device.Continue Reading
  • Rogue Facebook 6-22-26 - Editorial: Rogue Facebook Group Strikes Again That Rogue Gardner Facebook Group is at it again with misinformation. The original “Was Pelavin’s Election Legal?” article is still here. I’ll give them a little grace, maybe they missed it because we put up a rather lengthy Weekly Briefing, or maybe their computerContinue Reading
  • Weekly Briefing 6-21-26 - Gardner Magazine has 4 separate additional sections covering North Central MA News, a Massachusetts News Roundup, U.S. National News, and World News, all updated on June 21, 2026, this week with some additional infographics JUMP TO SECTION: North Central MA News — State News of the Week —- National News of the Week — World News ofContinue Reading
  • Was Pelavin’s Election Legal? - Update 6-22-26 11:48am – No response to email has been received. Update 6-22-26. Council President George Tyros contacted us before the City Council meeting. From Council President George Tyros: “This is an obvious question and as it turned out, Atty. Pelavin had already contacted the state ethics commission before applyingContinue Reading
  • WGAW Hotline Radio 6-20-26 - Updates – Commentaries – Bears – Town Events – Father’s Day – Universities on WGAW Hotline Radio Listen to the entire show of June 20, 2026 on any device, CLICK PLAY. Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson spoke of the Monument Park Concert series kicking off tonight (June 20th). Greenwood Pool needsContinue Reading
  • Relay for Life 6-19-26 - Greater Gardner Relay for Life Close to Goal The Greater Gardner Relay for Life is close to its goal of $170,000 for 2026 with total raised as of June 19th of $145,103.90. For more information and to donate visit RelayForLifeGG.org, CLICK HERE. Upcoming Event: “Mark your calendars for Saturday, JuneContinue Reading
  • Public Service 6-18-26 - Municipal Infrastructure, Frozen Pipes, Burst Water Meters, and Undetected Leaks Discussed by Public Service Committee The Gardner Public Service Committee met on June 18, 2026.to address municipal infrastructure and resident requests. Local property owners presented petitions for water and sewer bill abatements caused by issues like frozen pipes, burst waterContinue Reading
  • ZBA 6-16-26 - ZBA Meeting Focused on Cell Tower for Walmart Site Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The June 16th Zoning Board of Appeals meeting focused on a proposal by SBA Communications to install a cell tower designed as a concealed “monopine” tree at a local Walmart. AContinue Reading
  • Westminster – June 2026 - Westminster Update – June 2026 Listen to the June Town Crier Broadcast (edited so only current and future events are included) Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. View the South St. Sentinel June 2026 edition on PDF, CLICK HERE. Central themes of the Town Crier podcast include the critical roleContinue Reading
  • Senior Center July 2026 - Gardner MA Senior Center – July 2026 View the July 2026 Newsletter on PDF, CLICK HERE. Listen to the Chair Man and the Chair Lady discuss the upcoming July programs. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. Programs and Initiatives: Gardner Senior Center July 2026 1. Community Engagement and Social EnrichmentContinue Reading
  • Building Commissioner Resigns - Building Commissioner Out – Position Posted Gardner Building Commissioner Melissa McDonald has resigned effective June 26, 2026. McDonald was criticized at the June 15th Gardner City Council meeting for a breakdown in process flow, but it is unknown whether this revelation by City Council President George Tyros or the discussionContinue Reading
  • Weather 6-18-26 - Unpredictable Weather in the Forecast – Be Vigilant Today: Showers likely before 2pm, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm between 2pm and 4pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 4pm. Cloudy, with a high near 75. South wind 16 to 18 mph, with gusts as high asContinue Reading
  • Juneteenth 2026 - From Publisher Werner Poegel: If there is a lesson for our kids it is this – To Almighty God every Soul looks the same and outward appearances mean absolutely nothing. It is in respecting the differences which exist among us that we demonstrate in a very real and daily senseContinue Reading
  • City Hall Auditorium Windows - Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson Provides Update on City Hall Auditorium Window Replacement Project From the Mayor: “The project began this week with the removal of the windows on the south side of the building (Knowlton Street Parking Lot). Crews will be done with the removal of the former windows onContinue Reading
  • City Council 6-15-26 - The agenda and packet for this meeting is 927 pages. CLICK HERE for pdf. (It’s a huge file.) New City Clerk Sworn In, Appointments Approved, and 3 Investigations Begun at lively City Council Meeting Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson has issued a response to the City Council’s actions of last night.Continue Reading
  • Nicholson Interview 6-15-26 - Shaping Gardner MA: Mayor Nicholson’s Fiscal and Development Strategies On June 15, 2026, we had the honor of speaking to Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson. Listen to the entire interview on any device, CLICK PLAY. This interview with Gardner Mayor Mike Nicholson highlights the fiscal management and community development strategies currentlyContinue Reading
  • City of Gardner Jobs 6-15-26 - Here’s Another Chance to Work for the City of Gardner MA Gardner Magazine is highlighting 2 job openings with the City of Gardner MA. Different skill sets. Different positions. Both excellent jobs. Details below. Facilities Maintenance Manager- Coucil on Aging The City of Gardner is seeking a skilled and experiencedContinue Reading
  • Weekly Briefing 6-14-26 - A Weekly Briefing from Gardner Magazine June 14, 2026 This Week’s Weekly Briefing is somewhat unusual. The Chair Man and the Chair Lady discuss Greater Gardner and North Central MA, do a roundup on the State of Massachusetts News, speak about the U.S. National News stories which are affecting usContinue Reading
  • Flag Day 2026 - Flag Day is June 14, 2026 Flag Day 2026 was observed on Sunday, June 14, 2026. The day commemorates the adoption of the United States flag by the Continental Congress in 1777. While it is not a federal holiday, it is an official flag-flying holiday where Americans are encouraged toContinue Reading
  • Attack on WGAW - WGAW Attacked by Domestic Terrorists Radio Station WGAW has faced another attack of domestic terrorism. While the AM remained on the air, the FM signal was off the air for the past couple of weeks due to an act of Domestic Urban Terrorists who used wire cutters to cut AUDIOContinue Reading
  • Traffic Commission June 2026 - The Gardner Traffic Commission committed to increased transparency by implementing a new public tracking system for all traffic-related complaints. Listen to the meeting AUDIO and/or view the infographics we have provided for clarity. Gardner Traffic Commission Answers some Questions and Asks Others. Listen to the entire meeting on any device,Continue Reading
  • Hotline Radio 6-13-26 - Hotline Radio – Relay for Life Edition Listen to the entire show on any device, CLICK PLAY. First up on Hotline Radio: Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson who spoke about the Greater Gardner Relay for Life. “We still work for hope, we still work to fight cancer.” — The Mayor spokeContinue Reading
  • Relay Broadcast - WGAW to Broadcast Live from Greater Gardner Relay for Life Radio Station WGAW plans to broadcast live from the Greater Gardner Relay for Life opening ceremonies Friday, June 12th at 6pm. Residents are encouraged to attend as even though it’s warm, the Greater Gardner Relay for Life is outfitted withContinue Reading
  • Heat Advisory 6-11-26 - Urgent Weather Message – Heat Advisory The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory in effect until 8pm on Friday June 12, 2026 with Heat Index values up to 96 in portions of Central, Eastern, Northeastern, and Southeastern Massachusetts and Northern Rhode Island. Hot temperatures and high humidity mayContinue Reading
  • Disability Commission 6-10-26 - Gardner Disability Commission Discusses Initiatives The Gardner Disability Commission met on June 10, 2026 to discuss several initiatives aimed at improving accessibility and community engagement. Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. Members proposed a summer hiatus while planning a transition to virtual meetings via Zoom or TeamsContinue Reading
  • Appointments 6-9-26 - More Than Just a Name: Positive Lessons in Community from the Appointments Committee Meeting – Article and Commentary. Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. On Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at 5:30 p.m., the air in the Gardner City Hall was thick with the quiet hum ofContinue Reading
  • Planning Board 6-9-26 - Housing Production Plan Highlight of Planning Board The presentation is included in the meeting. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Gardner Planning Board addressed several local development initiatives at the June 9, 2026 meeting. The Board processed a request to withdraw a site plan modification for 0 Emerald Street,Continue Reading
  • School Committee 6-8-26 - Infrastructure and Operations Discussed and Policy Revisions Approved by Gardner School Committee Listen tot he June 8, 2026 meeting on any device. CLICK PLAY. The Gardner School Committee convened on June 8, 2026, to address several infrastructure and operational updates across the district. Members discussed significant cost savings of aboutContinue Reading
  • The World of Sully - The World of Sully – Gardner’s Fire Department Therapy Dog Hangs Out with K-9 Rocky The Gardner Fire Department posted regarding Saturday June 6th: “So we caught up with Sully today as he had a busy day of visits throughout the City. His First stop was with the Members ofContinue Reading
  • City Council 6-8-26 - Gardner City Council Meets Regarding Budget in Special Meeting The Gardner MA City Council met on June 8, 2026 to consider the FY27 Budget. Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. Gardner Magazine has prepared 2 additional infographics to illustrate the topics under consideration. Find them below. CLICKContinue Reading
  • Firefighters Memorial Ceremony 2026 - Ceremony Honored Active, Retired, and Deceased Members of the Gardner Fire Department Listen to the ceremony and all the speakers at the event on any device, CLICK PLAY. The event featured a traditional bell-ringing ceremony to remember fallen heroes and provided a platform fot City Leaders to express gratitude forContinue Reading
  • Jeffrey Williams – Hubbardston - Distinguished Hubbardston Selectman Jeffrey L. Williams is Remembered According to a Press Release from the Town of Hubbardston, SEE PRESS RELEASE, CLICK HERE, longtime Hubbardston Select Board Chairman Jeffrey Williams unexpectedly passed away on Tuesday, June 2, 2026. Vice Chair Katie Young stated: “Hubbardston was so fortunate to have citizensContinue Reading
  • Summer Reading 2026 - More than Just Books – The Dynamic Summer Reading Program at the Levi Heywood Memorial Library The popular local resource is taking it to the next level this summer with its Summer Reading Program. Listen to this podcast with the Chair Man and the Chair Lady discussing it all. ListenContinue Reading
  • Double Meeting Day - Gardner City Council 6-8-26 Agenda and Packet, CLICK HERE. Gardner School Committee 6-8-26 Agenda and Packet, CLICK HERE. Monday June 8th is Double Meeting Day in Gardner MA On Monday June 8, 2026, The Gardner School Committee meets at 6pm and the Gardner City Council meets at 7:30pm. As usual,Continue Reading
  • Weekly Briefing 6-7-26 - A Weekly Briefing from Gardner Magazine – June 7, 2026 The Chair Man and the Chair Lady discuss the news of the week including Greater Gardner MA, North Central MA, the State of Massachusetts, National News, and World News. They tie it all together in a great podcast. Listen onContinue Reading
  • Relay for Life Coming Up - Greater Gardner Relay for Life is Coming up Friday June 12th and Saturday June 13th The annual fundraising event will be held at Mount Wachusett Community College on Friday June 12, 2026 and Saturday June 13, 2026. See the infographic below for details. WGAW Hotline Radio Host Steve Wendell interviewedContinue Reading
  • Hotline Radio 6-6-26 - The News, Interviews, Reports, and Commentaries: History in the Making with WGAW Hotline Radio Listen to the entire show on any device, CLICK PLAY. WGAW Hotline Host Steve Wendell interviewed Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson who spoke about the Gardner School Budget and reflected on the purpose and function of GardnerContinue Reading
  • Salvadore Lease Donation - Local Business Thanked for Act of Support The Gardner Police Department put out this statement along with the bottom photograph. (We added the plaque): “We would like to extend our sincere appreciation and gratitude to Salvadore Chevrolet and the Salvadore family for their continued support of the Gardner Police DepartmentContinue Reading
  • Hazardous Waste 2026 - Saturday June 13, 2026 and Saturday November 7, 2026, the City of Gardner MA will hold Household Hazardous Waste Collection Days at the Gardner Landfill. Printable version of above, CLICK HERE. Printable Version in portrait mode of the infographic below, CLICK HERE. City of Gardner to hold 2 Hazardous WasteContinue Reading
  • Lazy Lawn Experiment - The “Before and After” of the Lazy Lawn Experiment. I love how my lawn and vine looks in the right corner picture. Publisher’s Lazy Lawn Experiment Concluded – The Inside Scoop I wrote an article last month about the very real concerns regarding the Bee population and that of allContinue Reading
  • Airport Commission 6-3-26 - More information on the Gardner Airport Commission meeting of June 3, 2026 in the infographic below regarding the Gardner Municipal Airport challenges. Navigation Easements, Vegetation Management and Budgetary Constraints Focus of Airport Commission The Gardner Airport Commission met on June 3, 2026 and discussed various issues. The primary challenge involvesContinue Reading
  • Gardner Senior Center – June 2026 - Gardner Senior Center has an active June 2026 of Programs and Services. The Gardner MA Senior Center is an active place fulfilling its mission of “Connection and Purpose” The Chair Man and the Chair Lady discuss June 2026. Listen on any device., CLICK PLAY. View the entire June 2026 NewletterContinue Reading
  • Black Bears 2026 - Watch this short Gardner Magazine video about the Black Bear Paradox. Just click the red play button and it will play out of the page or you can watch full screen via YouTube. The Chair Man and the Chair Lady talk about the Black Bear surge. Listen on any device,Continue Reading
  • D-Day 6-6-26 - D-Day: 82nd Anniversary – COMPLETE COVERAGE June 6, 2026 represents the 82nd Anniversary of D-Day. the Invasion of Normandy, codenamed Operation Overlord. Gardner Magazine has a complete page on D-Day featuring a video, podcasts, and a commentary with additional infographics and color photos. Here is the complete D-Day page, CLICKContinue Reading
  • Shattered Ice – MWCC - Mount Wachusett Community College to Host Screening of Shattered Ice to Raise Awareness of Mental Health and Suicide Prevention, All Proceeds Benefit LUK, Inc. From MWCC: Mount Wachusett Community College (MWCC), in collaboration with the Reliant Foundation and TaraVista Behavioral Health Center, will host a special screening of the award-winningContinue Reading
  • City Council 6-1-26 - Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. Variety of Matters Focus of Gardner City Council Meeting The council approved several licensing applications for local businesses, including a bowling alley and multiple secondhand article dealers. Significant debate occurred regarding personnel ordinances, specifically the creation of a Chief ofContinue Reading
  • Council on Aging 6-1-26 - Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson is Special Guest at Council on Aging Meeting At the Gardner Council on Aging meeting of June 1, 2026, officials addressed the fiscal year-end budget and several infrastructure developments. Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The treasury report details various funding sources,Continue Reading
  • Officer Death 6-1-26 - Correction Officer at NCCI, Gardner Passes Away on the Job According to the Department of Correction, Officer John Edwards passed away during his shift early on Sunday, May 31, 2026. The veteran officer suffered some sort of medical event which resulted in his death. Statement from the Massachusetts Department ofContinue Reading
  • National Safety Month 2026 - Are you a local official, department head, have a group or organization and would like to share some safety tips or what you’re doing about safety? Just email News@GardnerMagazine.com or call our voicemail line at (978) 632-6324 and we’ll gladly and enthusiastically help you get the word out. To ourContinue Reading
  • Weekly Briefing 5-31-26 - A Weekly Briefing from Gardner Magazine – May 31, 2026 The Chair Man and the Chair Lady discuss the news of the week including Greater Gardner MA, North Central MA, the State of Massachusetts, National News, and World News. They tie it all together in a great podcast. Listen onContinue Reading
  • George Tyros – Presidents Desk – 5-31-26 - This update from Gardner City Council President George Tyros focuses on the Water Enterprise Account, the School Budget, Reappropriation of unexpended bond proceeds, annual Downtown Flower Pot Program, City Clerk search, and well wishes for Councilor Karen Hardern who is suffering from a back issue. May 2026 Update from GardnerContinue Reading
  • Gardner High Graduation 2026 - Gardner High School Graduation 2026 – Complete Coverage Listen to the ceremonies on any device, CLICK PLAY. The graduation ceremony for the Gardner High School Class of 2026 celebrates the transition of 150 graduates from their foundational education into diverse future paths, including higher education, the workforce, and the military.Continue Reading
  • Gardner Academy Graduation 2026 - Gardner Academy Graduation 2026 – Complete Coverage Listen to the ceremonies on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Gardner Academy Class of 2026 graduation ceremony served as a formal recognition of student perseverance, growth, and the successful navigation of non-traditional academic paths. The proceedings emphasized that for this cohort, graduation representsContinue Reading
  • Hotline Radio 5-30-26 - WGAW Hotline Radio 5-30-26 Listen to the entire show on any device, CLICK PLAY. Update with Gardner Michael Nicholson: Kitchen opens in Emergency Operations Center at Gardner Police Station, built by Monty-Tech students — A discussion of admission policies at Monty-Tech — MWCC partnership with Gardner Public Schools offering EarlyContinue Reading
  • Editorial – Chief of Staff - Gardner Magazine Editorial: Proposed Chief of Staff Title is Silly. Title should reflect role “Director of Facilities and Communications.” Editorial – Proposed Chief of Staff Title is Silly The Gardner City Council on Monday June 1st is poised to accept the new “Chief of Staff” title and position proposed byContinue Reading
  • Kitchen at PD - Monty-Tech Programs Come Together to Construct Emergency Operations Kitchen The Gardner Police Department has a new Emergency Operations Kitchen thanks to the efforts of students and their teachers at Monty Tech. From Gardner PD on 5-29-26: “The Gardner Police Department would like to extend our sincere appreciation to the studentsContinue Reading
  • Mayor’s Update 5-29-26 - This end of May Update from Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson covers various milestones, community growth, and a list of events which we are showing in a table below and also in the infographic. For more information at any time about the City of Gardner visit the official website at Gardner-MA.govContinue Reading
  • Greenwood Pavilion Electric Bids - Electric Bids Opened for Greenwood Pavilion Project – Vary Widely On May 28, 2026, the City of Gardner held the formal bid opening for the electrical work on the Greenwood Pavilion construction project. Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The meeting specifically focused on reviewing electrical subcontractingContinue Reading
  • Heywood Chief Medical Officer - Heywood Healthcare Announces Appointment of Chief Medical Officer Heywood Healthcare has appointed Dr. Kavita Babu to the position of Chief Medical Officer and Vice President of Medical Affairs. According to the COMPLETE PRESS RELEASE, CLICK HERE, Dr. Babu brings more than 20 years of clinical and leadership experience and isContinue Reading