Top 100 Gardner MA News Headlines

  • Food Drive 11-14-26 - Gardner City Council Food Drive Brings Community Together to Help Local Families and Veterans Listen to this podcast with the Chair Man and the Chair Lady. CLICK PLAY. The spirit of community generosity was on full display in Gardner on Saturday, November 14, 2026, as members of the Gardner CityContinue Reading
  • Hotline Radio 11-14-26 - WGAW Hotline Radio Mid-November Broadcast Listen to the entire show of November 14, 2026 on any device, CLICK PLAY. The vintage song: Yankee Doodle Dandy kicked off the broadcast. Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson: Host Steve Wendell spoke with the Mayor about how things work when a Mayor resigns during theContinue Reading
  • Aviation to a Halt 11-13-26 - Update 8:52pm 11-13-26: Ground Stop Lifted, Delays Continue… Nationwide FAA Ground Stop Raises Questions About Critical Air Traffic Communications Failure A nationwide ground stop ordered by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) on Friday, November 13, 2026, has raised serious questions about the reliability of the nation’s aviation communications infrastructure afterContinue Reading
  • Section 32 Explained - Why the City Council President will become Mayor with Full Mayoral Powers Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson is scheduled to be sworn in as State Representative for the 2nd Worcester District on January 6, 2027. That date falls within the 2nd year of his term. According to the City Charter, SectionContinue Reading
  • Holiday Magic - Like to add an event? Just email News@GardnerMagazine.com and we’ll update. Holiday Magic Comes to North Central Massachusetts Gardner Magazine’s 2026 Guide to Christmas Celebrations, Festivals, Shopping, and Family Fun. Listen to the Chair Man and the Chair Lady go over the events in this podcast. CLICK PLAY. From ChristmasContinue Reading
  • Dan Forte Resigns - Daniel Forte Out as Athletic Director, Administration Following Up on Concerns. This is the statement received from Superintendent Dr. Mark Pellegino: “We can confirm that Daniel Forte resigned as our District Athletic Director to take effect immediately on November 6, 2026, after being placed on leave. This is a personnel matterContinue Reading
  • License 11-10-26 - Gardner Magazine hopes you enjoy the following cartoon. CLICK IMAGE for larger view. License Commission Issues Approvals at November Meeting Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. On November 10, 2026, the City of Gardner License Commission convened for its regular meeting to review procedural items, consider multipleContinue Reading
  • Finance 11-10-26 - City Finances Extensively Discussed During Finance Committee Session Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The November 10, 2026 meeting of the Garder City Council Finance Committee addressed a heavy agenda focused on resolving structural deficit issues, updating city financial procedures to comply with state regulations, releasingContinue Reading
  • Appointments 11-10-26 - Six Layoffs Announced at City of Gardner Appointments Committee Meeting Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. As part of broader budget cuts presented to the Finance Committee to place the city on a more stable financial trajectory, layoff notices were issued during the week prior to NovemberContinue Reading
  • Veterans Day Ceremony 2026 - Gardner Veterans Day Ceremony 2026 – COMPLETE COVERAGE Gardner’s 2026 Veterans Day Ceremony was held on November 11, 2026. We present the ceremony in a few ways: The YouTube video is embedded here, the AUDIO, our comprehensive chronicle of the ceremony, and an infographic. Thank you to our Veterans. ListenContinue Reading
  • School Committee 11-9-26 - Gardner School Committee 1 Hour 21 minute Meeting Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Gardner School Committee convened on November 9, 2026, addressing critical facility budget deficits, academic performance trends, district policy updates, and executive leadership transitions. The meeting’s key takeaways include: Four infographics below includeContinue Reading
  • Veterans Day Commentary - The Gardner MA ceremony is at Perry Auditorium at Gardner City Hall beginning at 11am. Suggestion is to arrive about 10:30am. Veterans Day Commentary with Werner Poegel Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. From the commentary: When we gather in places like Perry Auditorium at City Hall on Veterans Day,Continue Reading
  • Gardner Safety 11-17-26 - Gardner Safety Action Plan Nears Completion – Public Meeting on November 17th. The City of Gardner is inviting public input during a Safety Action Plan meeting to be held at the Gardner Police Department on Tuesday, November 17th at 6pm. Here is the statement from Lisa Juan at consulting firmContinue Reading
  • Templeton Select Board 11-9-26 - With Toth and Cover Absent, Templeton Select Board Hears Plan from Terenzni Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Templeton Select Board met on November 9, 2026. Board members Bennett, Graves, and May discussed Finances and Operations. The most critical takeaway from the meeting is anContinue Reading
  • Weekly News Briefing 11-8-26 - JUMP TO MORE WEEKLY BRIEFINGS: North Central — State News —- National News — World News For the entire Weekly Briefing 11-8-26 120 page ebook, CLICK FOR PDF. Weekly News Briefing – Gardner Magazine – for the Week of November 8, 2026 A Big News Week in the region, state,Continue Reading
  • Hotline Radio 11-7-26 - Hotline Host Steve Wendell speaks to Facebook Lies in Earth Shattering Takedown of a Local Group Listen to the entire show on any device, CLICK PLAY. While the 2nd segment of the show will be the most talked about, the first segment of the program featured an interview with GardnerContinue Reading
  • Incident 11-6-26 - Law Enforcement Standoff and De-escalation Incident in Gardner MA On the night of November 6, 2026, through the early morning of November 7, 2026, the City of Gardner Police Department responded to a high-risk barricade situation at 53 Waterford Street. The subject, identified as 42-year-old David Margeson, reportedly threatened violence,Continue Reading
  • Airport 11-4-26 - Possible Large Hangar Rent Increases Center of Gardner Airport Commission Discussion The central conflict of the November 4th Gardner Airport Commission meeting revolved around a proposed 28% retroactive, compounded rent increase for airport tenants to comply with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) self-sustainability guidelines. Listen to the entire meeting on anyContinue Reading
  • Westminster Town Crier 37 - Westminster Town Crier Episode 37 with Town Administrator Stephanie Lahtinen Listen to the podcast on any device, CLICK PLAY. Westminster Town Operations, Cultural Initiatives, and Municipal Governance are the focus of this latest podcast by Stephanie Lahtinen who interviews 2 members of the Cultural Council in this episode.Continue Reading
  • Public Service 11-5-26 - A Bridge Moves Forward – Public Service Committee Highlights Listen to the Gardner Public Service Committee meeting of November 5, 2026 on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Gardner Public Service Committee convened to address critical municipal infrastructure challenges, administrative water and sewer abatement petitions, and long-term capital engineering projects. KeyContinue Reading
  • Economic Development – October - Delays and Frustration with National Grid at Economic Development Meeting Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY The Gardner Economic and Human Development Committee recently convened (October 30th) to review ongoing municipal projects, notably addressing delays at the Waterford Community Center and the Rear Main Street Project.Continue Reading
  • Nicholson Legacy - Printable version of the above, CLICK HERE. More details in the infographics below. The Nicholson Legacy – 6 Transformative Years in the City of Gardner MA There’s no question that Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson has made a positive impact on the Chair City since taking office in July 2020. AsContinue Reading
  • Editorial You Won’t See - The Editorial You Won’t See and the Audio Commentary You Won’t Hear I had it written…a line by line takedown of what I feel are really bad people who spewed evil nonsense and falsehoods on Facebook in an attempt to influence an election. I actually prayed about it and theContinue Reading
  • Election Center 11-3-26 - Gardner MAgazine Election Center 2026 Results of the 2026 Election. These are unofficial results. 2nd Worcester District Representative: Winner is Michael Nicholson with 8,453 votes (55.7%) to John Reilly with 6,729 votes (44.3%) In the 2nd Franklin District, Susannah Whipps won (uncontested) State Senate: Peter Durant 33,291 votes (53.8%) toContinue Reading
  • City Council 11-2-26 - Gardner City Council Meeting The Gardner City Council met on November 2, 2026. Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The meeting encompassed critical policy votes, municipal appointments, financial oversight reporting, and discussions on administrative efficiency. During discussion on Item 11965, Councilor Brad Heglin delivered a detailed critiqueContinue Reading
  • Council on Aging 11-2-26 - Finances, Maintenance, Medicare, Holiday Programs Focus of Council on Aging The Gardner Council on Aging (COA) held its regular board meeting on November 2, 2026. The meeting addressed critical financial account balances, facility maintenance concerns, significant Medicare insurance plan disruptions in Central Massachusetts, upcoming holiday programs, and operational preparations forContinue Reading
  • Community Events 11-3-26 - If we have missed your event, we’ll add it. Just email News@GardnerMagazine.com. A Compendium of Upcoming Community Events in the Greater Gardner MA Region Listen to this podcast about upcoming community events on any device, CLICK PLAY. Gardner Magazine has a Greater Gardner Events Machine which has automated searches forContinue Reading
  • Music, Memory, and Dementia - Music and Memory – a program by Levi Heywood Memorial Library Levi Heywood Memorial Library and Gardner Museum Present “Music and Memory: The Accidental Creation of a 92-Year- Old TikTok Star” with Dr. Randi Lebar. Listen to a short podcast on the event on any device, CLICK PLAY. A heartfeltContinue Reading
  • Love to Hear WGAW - Love to Hear WGAW – How a Local Station Became a World-Wide Sensation When Station Owner Steve Wendell took over WGAW more than a decade ago, little did he know that his efforts would create a radio station respected throughout the region and the world, establishing something much larger thanContinue Reading
  • Mayor’s Update 11-2-26 - An Update from Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson – The Season Ahead Listen to the monthly update on any device, CLICK PLAY. The mayor’s monthly update outlines essential municipal announcements and community events for November, including city hall closures, trash collection delays, and household hazardous waste disposal. Residents are reminded toContinue Reading
  • Tyros Update 11-2-26 - From the President’s Desk – an update from Gardner City Council President George Tyros City Council President George Tyros released an update for October 2026, CLICK FOR PDF. Here is the text of the update below: Good Oversight Doesn’t Have to be Scary Throughout the past few months, the CityContinue Reading
  • Winchendon Fire Chief Harding - Harding Replaces Smith as Fire Chief in Winchendon MA This is the announcement from the Winchendon Fire Department: “Please join us in welcoming Andrew Harding as Fire Chief of the Winchendon Fire Department. Chief Harding brings approximately 30 years of public safety experience in emergency medical services, firefighting, emergency communications,Continue Reading
  • Check Alarms - Editorial: Check Your Alarms After you’ve Turned Back the Clocks That bi-annual tradition of adjusting your clocks for daylight saving time and standard time isn’t just about gaining or losing an hour of sleep—it’s the ultimate lifehack for your home safety routine. Using the time change as a natural anchorContinue Reading
  • Weekly News Briefing 11-1-26 - JUMP TO WEEKLY BRIEFINGS: North Central — State News —- National News — World News Full Weekly Briefing including Regional, State, National, and World Briefing on PDF, CLICK HERE. —- And for a long read, here is our 108 page ebook Gardner Magazine Weekly Briefing for November 1, 2026 WeeklyContinue Reading
  • WGAW Hotline Radio 10-31-26 - The WGAW Hotline Radio Halloween Show Listen to the entire program on any device, CLICK PLAY. Steve Wendell reminded everyone to get their pumpkins at the Mason’s sale – it’s the last day, and to watch out for the kids who will be trick or treating. Gardner Mayor Michael NicholsonContinue Reading
  • CSUMC November 2026 - Beyond Turkey and Pumpkin Pie: Insights on Thanksgiving, Generosity, and Community From CSUMC The Chestnut Street United Methodist Church of Gardner MA publishes a Connection Newsletter, November edition, CLICK HERE for PDF. This newsletter offers some incredible and valuable insights into Thanksgiving, Generosity, Community, and God. The Chair Man andContinue Reading
  • The MA Ballot 2026 - We are republishing this in the public interest. (first published in September) Voters Pay Attention: 5 November Ballot Questions Could Redefine the Commonwealth of MA Listen to this podcast explaining the consequences of YES or NO to all the ballot questions on the November 3, 2026 ballot. CLICK PLAY. TheContinue Reading
  • Royalston Town Meeting 11-12-26 - 5 Key Takeaways from the Royalston Town Warrant The Town of Royalston’s Special Town Meeting Warrant—scheduled for Thursday, November 12, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. at the Royalston Town Hall (13 On the Common)— highlights how small-town democracy balances major long-term safety investments, overdue operational bills, and neighborhood enhancements. A closeContinue Reading
  • Gardner PD Website - 5 Ways the New Gardner Police Department Website Is Modernizing Community Safety Navigating outdated municipal websites or finding time during standard business hours to access essential public services can be a source of friction for community members. Recognizing these digital barriers, the Gardner MA Police Department has launched a newlyContinue Reading
  • CDBG 10-27-26 - Gardner Community Development Block Grant Committee Project Updates The CDBG Committee met on October 27, 2026. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. CDBG Steering Committee evaluated current project timelines, reviewed closeouts, and addressed proposed funding amendments across multiple Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) fiscal year programs. The primary action itemContinue Reading
  • Conservation 10-26-26 - Conservation Commission Meets for Over an Hour on Various Matters Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The meeting addressed critical municipal financial constraints, ongoing environmental enforcement actions, multiple public hearings for land development and utility infrastructure, and broader conservation administration initiatives. City Deficit and Fiscal Pressures: CityContinue Reading
  • Heywood Diabetes Health Fair - 5 Essential Takeaways from the Upcoming Heywood Healthcare Diabetes Health Fair Taking proactive steps toward diabetes prevention and management is one of the most effective ways to protect your long-term health and well-being. To help community members navigate their care with confidence, Heywood Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Nutrition—a member of HeywoodContinue Reading
  • Rear Window Carjacking Scam - The Paper on the Rear Window: Unpacking a Viral Carjacking Scheme Listen to this important podcast on this topic on any device, CLICK PLAY. You walk across a public parking lot after running errands, unlock your car, and settle into the driver’s seat. You start the engine, shift into reverse,Continue Reading
  • Templeton 10-26-26 - Update 10-29-26 3:38pm: Official Press Release re Interim Town Manager Carter Terenzini, CLICK HERE. The infographic at the bottom of the article provides more detail on the matters covered during the 90 minute meeting. Publisher’s Note: If Gardner Magazine hears back regarding the official reason for the departure of JamesContinue Reading
  • Mars – Reports - The Mars Reports – A Gardner Magazine Science Special The subject of Mars is fascinating and Gardner Magazine is exploring the discoveries about Mars in great detail on this complete page, CLICK HERE. A Deep Dive podcast with the Chair Man and the Chair Lady, a DEBATE about life onContinue Reading
  • MidTerms – Reports - MidTerms 2026 – Gardner Magazine Reports – Electoral Risk Assessment Gardner Magazine has a complete reports page with all of the narrative content in our 52 page ebook. Data has been derived from the latest polls and shows the probability of each party having control of the Senate and theContinue Reading
  • Petersham PD Hiring - “The Town of Petersham seeks thoughtful, self-motivated, community service-oriented applicants for these positions.” The Modern Badge – What Petersham Hiring Call Reveals About the Future of Policing What truly makes an effective police officer in a small community today? While national conversations around law enforcement typically center on major metropolitanContinue Reading
  • Assessors 10-26-26 - Another Exciting Gardner Board of Assessors Meeting In just 3 minutes, Assessor Christine Kumar and member Paulette Burns once again brought excitement to the Gardner Board of Assessors meeting on October 26, 2026. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. The primary objective of the session was to formalize a recommendationContinue Reading
  • Nicholson – 35 Endorsements - Gardner Mayor Nicholson Endorsed for State Representative by 35 Massachusetts Mayors On October 26, 2026, Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson announced that he had received the endorsement of “35 of my fellow mayors from across Massachusetts” stating “Across the Commonwealth, our cities and towns are struggling. As Mayor and a formerContinue Reading
  • Pumpkins 2026 - Pick your Pumpkin at the Big Chair on National Pumpkin Day National Pumpkin Day 2026 is celebrated on Monday, October 26, 2026, which is five days before Halloween. Greater Gardner MA Fact: The Hope Masonic Lodge Annual Pumpkin Sale is taking place next to the Big Chair at 130 ElmContinue Reading
  • Cannabis Truths - Cannabis Truths – A Gardner Magazine Report Voters on November 3rd will decide whether to continue the legal use of cannabis in Massachusetts. Voters should know that studies show people who use cannabis and drive will do so whether it’s legal or not. Here’s a debate on the issue, CLICKContinue Reading
  • Weekly Briefing 10-25-26 - For more news check out the individual news briefings for: North Central MA News — State News of the Week —- National News of the Week — World News of the Week  Publisher’s spotlight: This week’s WGAW Hotline Radio Show features both episodes of a lengthy podcast on the murderContinue Reading
  • Hotline Radio 10-24-26 - An A-Maze-Ing Hotline Radio Show of October 24, 2026 Listen to the entire program on any device, CLICK PLAY. First up on the show: Gardner Mayor Mike Nicholson who spoke about the Heywood Hospital Healthy Harvest 5K held today: There were over 200 runners. Reminds people about being active whileContinue Reading
  • Heywood 5k 2026 - Mother Nature Providing Great Weather for Heywood Healthcare 5K on Saturday The Heywood Healthcare Healthy Harvest 5K is Saturday October 24th. Registration opens at 8am (you can register same day if you want) Race start time is 9am. It’s a fundraiser for local healthcare programs. The 2026 Heywood Healthcare HealthyContinue Reading
  • Westminster – 2 Updates - Westminster MA: South Street Sentinel November 2026 and Town Crier Episode 36 – FULL COVERAGE and ANALYSIS First, 2 podcasts. A Deep Dive with the Chair Man and the Chair Lady going through all of the information in the November South Street Sentinel (CLICK HERE FOR FULL PDF), and, theContinue Reading
  • Templeton 10-21-26 - We are providing two additional infographics below for further information on the meeting. CLICK Image for larger view. Templeton Special Town Meeting – Complete Coverage Listen to the entire meeting of October 21, 2026 on any device, CLICK PLAY. (silence during voting periods has been removed) On October 21, 2026,Continue Reading
  • Templeton Special Town Meeting 10-21-26 - 8:00pm 10-21-26: Article 2 passed at the Templeton Town Meeting, which means that $1.2 million in stabilization funds will be used to maintain the positions previously outlined by the Select Board. More detailed coverage on the meeting will be provided tomorrow.Continue Reading
  • Stay Ahead of Parking Bans - Bookmark the official municipal website, subscribe to CodeRED emergency alerts, and save the dedicated (978) 991-1515 hotline number, so you can easily navigate Gardner’s winter season. It’s really that easy…it really is! Essential Ways to Stay Ahead of Winter Parking Bans in the City of Gardner Waking up to aContinue Reading
  • City Council 10-19-26 - Only 7 members of the 11 member Gardner City Council attended the meeting on October 19, 2026. City Council Meets – Sends “Tyros Ordinance” to Second Printing Listen to the Gardner City Council meeting of October 19,2026 on any device, CLICK PLAY. The meeting addressed capital project oversight, municipal appointments,Continue Reading
  • Old Burying Ground Tours - Halloween Morning Tours of the Old Burying Ground on Green Street in Gardner From the Levi Heywood Memorial Library: “Levi Heywood Memorial Library and Gardner Historical Commission Partner for Halloween Morning Walking Tours of the Old Burying Ground 28 Green St. Gardner, MA. Guided tours celebrate Gardner’s founders and RevolutionaryContinue Reading
  • Templeton Advisory - Templeton Advisory Committee Releases Recommendations in Advance of October 21st Special Town Meeting Listen to this debate podcast on the various issues (including use of Stabilization Funds) on any device, CLICK PLAY. Town of Templeton Advisory Committee evaluated eleven warrant articles scheduled for the Fall Special Town Meeting on OctoberContinue Reading
  • The Tyros Ordinance - Gardner Magazine has prepared a complete report and policy analysis on PDF, CLICK HERE. We also have the 3 infographics below. CLICK Image for larger view. The Tyros Ordinance – Complete Report – Analysis and Debate On Monday, October 19,2026 the Gardner City Council will take up the “Tyros Ordinance”.Continue Reading
  • Who Should be Mayor? - Publisher’s Note: Gardner Magazine does not agree with all of the assertions made in the DEBATE, but we present it here because it results from an objective analysis and will help create discussion. Who Should Lead Gardner – An Objective Gardner Magazine Report Gardner Magazine put all the Pros andContinue Reading
  • Weekly News Briefing 10-18-26 - Want even more detail? We have individual comprehensive Weekly News Briefings on North Central MA, Massachusetts, National News and World News. Each has a separate podcast, narrative, and infographics for your perusal. Gardner Magazine News Briefing for the Week of October 18, 2026 It was a busy news week andContinue Reading
  • Hotline Radio 10-17-26 - A Mid-October WGAW Hotline Radio Program Listen to the entire show from October 17, 2026 on any device, CLICK PLAY. First up on the show was an uplifting song: Yankee Doodle Dandy. First guest was Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson. Host Steve Wendell asked the Mayor about the upcoming winter: Gardner’sContinue Reading
  • Westminster Town Crier Episode 35 - Westminster Town Crier Episode 35 with Town Administrator Stephanie Lahtinen Listen to the podcast on any device, CLICK PLAY. Episode 35 of the Westminster Town Crier, hosted by Town Administrator Stephanie Latin on October 6 (broadcast October 8). The primary operational focus for the Town of Westminster enters a busyContinue Reading
  • MWCC CCAMPIS - For more information about Mount Wachusett Community College, please visit their website, CLICK HERE. MWCC Childcare Support Gets Boost with CCAMPIS award From Mount Wachusett Community College: “Mount Wachusett Community College (MWCC) has been awarded $1.188 million over four years through the federal Child Care Access Means Parents in SchoolContinue Reading
  • Festival of Trees 10-16-26 - Printable version of above, CLICK HERE. Festival of Trees Begins November 11th at the Gardner Museum in Gardner MA The Gardner Museum Festival of Trees is November 11, 2026 through December 5, 2026. Museum Hours during the festival: Wednesdays and Thursdays 1 to 4pm, Fridays 1-7pm, Saturdays and Sundays 10amContinue Reading
  • Relay for Life 10-16-26 - Printable version of above, CLICK HERE. Relay for Life – Greater Gardner – to be Huge 1 Day Event in 2027 The Greater Gardner Relay for Life will be a HUGE 1 day event this coming year. Date is Saturday June 12, 2027 from 10am to 10pm. Location is theContinue Reading
  • NOAA – Winter 26-27 - NOAA – Winter Outlook – 2026-2027 Listen to this podcast on any device, CLICK PLAY. On October 15, 2026, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) released its U.S. Winter Outlook for the period spanning December 2026 through February 2027. The primary atmospheric driver for the upcoming season is aContinue Reading
  • Governor Debate 10-15-26 - Last Debate for MA Governor – October 15, 2026 – FULL COVERAGE Listen to the debate on any device, CLICK PLAY. The final Massachusetts gubernatorial debate between incumbent Democratic Governor Maura Healey and Republican challenger Mike Manogue. The debate centered on acute economic pressures facing Massachusetts residents—including high housing, energy,Continue Reading
  • 3 Generations – Weights and Measures - Appointments Committee – a 36 Year Veteran Retires and a 3rd Generation Legacy Begins The Gardner Appointments Committee met on October 14, 2026. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY. After 36 years in the role of the Sealer of Weights and Measures for the City of Gardner, Stephen Hirons hasContinue Reading
  • Assessors 10-15-26 - Inside the Board of Assessors: Lessons from this 3-Minute Meeting On Thursday, October 15, 2026, at precisely 9:01 AM, Assessor Christine Kumar and Member Paulette Burns convened in an empty room. There were no packed public benches, no grand speeches, and no heated debates. , the Board of Assessors meetingContinue Reading
  • Ashburnham Incident 10-14-26 - Incident in Ashburnham 10-14-26 – FULL REPORT The Ashburnham Police Department issued 2 Press Releases, one from the Department, CLICK HERE, and a thank you from Chief Conrad, CLICK HERE. Ashburnham Police Operation and Suspect Apprehension: On the morning of October 14, 2026, the Ashburnham Police Department, in coordination withContinue Reading
  • School Committee 10-13-26 - Consequential School Committee Meeting Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The October 15, 2026, regular meeting of the Gardner School Committee addressed major municipal governance disputes, capital facility updates, district administrative policy changes, and student achievements. The central governance issue involved a proposed City Council ordinanceContinue Reading
  • Annunciation Fall Bazaar 2026 - Popular Annunciation Parish Fall Bazaar is October 16 to October 18, 2026 in Gardner MA – FULL COVERAGE Listen to this podcast about the event on any device, CLICK PLAY. Crafting the Perfect Fall Tradition: Highlights from the 2026 Annunciation Parish & Holy Family Academy Bazaar Is there anything quiteContinue Reading
  • Beacon Connect Begins - If you need assistance with the app, Beacon Connect support email is support@gobeacon.com or you can call GPS at (978) 632-1000, ext. 4570. Gardner Public Schools Launches “Beacon Connect” on Tuesday, October 13th Parents of Gardner Public School students will be able to stay connected to their child’s Gardner PublicContinue Reading
  • Drug Bust 10-12-26 - Gardner Police Department Announces Columbus Day Drug Bust The following is the Press Release from the Gardner Police Department: “This morning, 10/12/2026, members of Gardner PD and the North Worcester County Drug Task Force executed a search warrant at 242 Pine St #2 in Gardner. As a result of theContinue Reading
  • Winchendon Fall Festival 2026 - Winchendon Fall Festival 2026 a Big Success – Date Planned for Next Year The Winchendon Fall Festival was held on October 10, 2026 was a huge success. Hundreds of people attended the event which had many vendors. Organizer Nicole Roberts has already posted next year’s date as October 9, 2027.Continue Reading
  • Weekly News Briefing 10-11-26 - Want even more detail? We have individual comprehensive Weekly News Briefings on North Central MA, Massachusetts, National News and World News. Each has a separate podcast, narrative, and infographics for your perusal. Gardner Magazine Weekly News Briefing for the Week of October 11, 2026 Listen to the Weekly News BriefingContinue Reading
  • WGAW Hotline 10-10-26 - WGAW Radio Columbus Day Weekend Hotline Radio Show On the Columbus Day Weekend Hotline Radio Show on WGAW which aired on October 10, 2026, Gardner Mayor Nicholson provided an extensive update, Werner Poegel provided a commentary and report on Columbus Day, and the audience heard the entire Healey-Minogue Debate. ListenContinue Reading
  • City Council November Food Drive - Gardner City Council Organizes Food Drive The Gardner City Council is sponsoring a community food drive scheduled for Saturday, November 14, from 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM. The objective of the drive is to stock the food pantries of the Massachusetts Veterans Outreach Center, Inc. (MVOC) and the Gardner CommunityContinue Reading
  • Hubbardston Fall 2026 Town Meeting - Hubbardston Fall 2026 Special Town Meeting Town of Hubbardston’s Special Fall Town Meeting, scheduled for Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at 7:00 PM at the Hubbardston Center School. The warrant addresses eleven primary articles, covering municipal financial adjustments, historic preservation grants, regulatory general bylaws, comprehensive zoning updates to match Massachusetts GeneralContinue Reading
  • FBI 10-7-26 - Enforcement action was a collaborative effort with extensive interagency involvement: Led by the U.S. Attorney’s Office, DEA, FBI, IRS-CI, and Massachusetts State Police, supported the Massachusetts National Guard, the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office, and by nine local police departments including Leominster, Fitchburg, Clinton, Worcester, Gardner, Lunenburg, Webster, Holden, and Millbury.Continue Reading
  • Finance Committee 10-9-26 - 2 additional infographics are featured below. Borrowing – Savings – Hiring Freeze – Strategies – Topics of Gardner Finance Committee The Gardner Finance Committee met on October 9, 2026. Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Gardner Finance Committee convened on October 9, 2026, to address keyContinue Reading
  • Nicholson the Candidate - For more information about Mike Nicholson and the various issues affecting the 2nd Worcester District, visit the candidate’s website, CLICK HERE. Michael Nicholson the Candidate – From Drum Major to Mayor and Beyond Listen to the Chair Man and the Chair Lady speaking about the candidate and reviewing the variousContinue Reading
  • Templeton Fall Town Meeting 2026 - Following a failed override vote in September, Templeton voters will make critical decisions at this Town Meeting which will impact Public Safety and other positions in the town. A printable version of the article graphic is available (CLICK HERE) A printable version of the Citizen Guide is available (CLICK HERE)Continue Reading
  • MA Oil Bill Help - One of the infographics below shows the eligibility table by household size and income. Massachusetts Announces the Middle Income Heating Oil Relief Program Listen to this podcast on any device, CLICK PLAY. To address the rising cost of home heating oil, Governor Healey has made additional Massachusetts state funds availableContinue Reading
  • Council on Aging – October - Realities Faced by the Senior Center in Gardner MA Listen to the Council on Aging meeting of 10-5-26 on any device, CLICK PLAY. Facility Repair Costs and Budget Deficits were discussed: Unanticipated, critical repairs to the senior center’s aging elevator—including load retests and a full circuit board replacement—along with anContinue Reading
  • Airport Commission – October - Gardner Airport Commission Addresses Critical Infrastructure Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Gardner Airport Commission convened on October 7, 2026, to address critical infrastructure projects, fiscal constraints, operational policies, and lease agreements. The meeting occurred against the backdrop of a major citywide budget shortfall announced byContinue Reading
  • Traffic Commission 9-29-26 - Traffic Commission Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Gardner Traffic Commission met on September 29, 2026, to address key municipal traffic control, parking policy revisions, neighborhood safety petitions, and grant-funded infrastructure projects. The primary focus of the meeting centered on resolving communication and enforcement challenges regardingContinue Reading
  • Little Anthony’s Closes - Little Anthony’s Closes – Has message for Customers Little Anthony’s Restaurant has been open in Winchendon for over 3 decades, having been founded by the LaGrassa family in 1993 and later sold in 2024 to retired educator Alexis Curry. Little Anthony’s was noted for its seafood, burgers, and ice cream.Continue Reading
  • Casavant – Geyster Interview - An Interview with Superintendent Dr. Chris Casavant and Business Manager Ann Marie Geyster of the Narragansett Regional School District. Listen to the interview on any device, CLICK PLAY. Key operational, financial, and programmatic insights regarding the Narragansett Regional School District (NRSD), derived from an interview conducted by Gardner Magazine PublisherContinue Reading
  • Samuel Nieves Honored - Campus Compact Gives MWCC Student Samuel Nieves Newman Civic Fellow Honor The following is the complete Press Release from Mount Wachusett Community College: Mount Wachusett Community College Student Samuel Nieves Named 2026–2027 Newman Civic Fellow GARDNER, MA – October 5, 2026 – Mount Wachusett Community College (MWCC) student and BoardContinue Reading
  • Conservation – end September - Conservation Commission – Final Meeting of September 2026 Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. The Gardner Conservation Commission convened on September 28, 2026, addressing critical environmental enforcement actions, public infrastructure concerns, property development filings, and departmental administrative challenges. Here’s what was discussed: There Was Public AlarmContinue Reading
  • West Nile – Gardner - West Nile Detected in Gardner Mosquito – Risk Level Remains LOW The following is a Press Release from the Gardner Health Department on October 6, 2026: The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (MDPH) has confirmed that West Nile virus (WNV) was detected in a mosquito sample collected in Gardner recently.Continue Reading
  • Board of Health 10-5-26 - Gardner Board of Health Meeting of October 5th Had some Mind-Boggling Surprises Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. Mind-Boggling Local Surprises Hidden in the Board of Health Meeting bring High-Stakes Drama: To the uninitiated, a Board of Health meeting sounds like an infallible cure for insomnia—aContinue Reading
  • City Council 10-5-26 - Gardner Magazine has 3 infographics at the end of this article focusing on a summary of the October 5, 2026 Gardner City Council Meeting, a Municipal Action Report, and 5 Takeaways from the Meeting. Gardner City Council Holds First October Meeting of 2026 Listen to the meeting on any device,Continue Reading
  • Winchendon – Music - 5 Unmissable Music Happenings in Winchendon, MA This Week Wondering what to do close to home this week without making the drive to Boston or Worcester? You don’t have to go far to find high-energy entertainment, rich culture, and genuine community connection right here in Winchendon! From October 8 throughContinue Reading
  • Golf Commission 10-5-26 - Good News in Short Meeting of Gardner Golf Commission The Gardner Golf Commission met on October 5, 2026 to review administrative updates, financial standing, and seasonal maintenance operations. Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY. Officials reported a successful autumn membership drive, adding dozens of new sign-ups whileContinue Reading