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- Trucks 7-12-25
Gardner MA has great weather for Food Truck Festival
Food Trucks serving a wide variety of food and desserts were on hand on Pleasant Street and City Hall Avenue on July 12, 2025. Besides the food, beverages were served ,various vendors sold their wares, and various organizations were represented.
One of the organizations at the event was the Massachusetts Disabled American Veterans. Gardner Magazine spoke with Mike Euvrard (not Mark), the 3rd Jr. Vice Commander, Department of Massachusetts. Listen to our short interview on any device, CLICK PLAY.
DAV Interview 7-12-25 Massachusetts Department of Disabled Veterans website, CLICK HERE.
- Gardner PD Excellence
The Gardner PD has a Facebook page, CLICK HERE
Here is the Gardner Police Department page on the City of Gardner website, CLICK HERE.
Showcasing Excellence at the Gardner PD
Well-trained K-9 Rocky was at the Gardner Food Truck Festival on July 12, 2025 and a team of officers was on hand to keep the public safe. When you look at the Gardner Police Department building, you see a chair in the outline of the building. If you look further, you’ll see that even the shrubs are well-trained and well-groomed.
We spoke with Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson on July 1, 2025 in an lengthy interview and have included excerpts of what he said about the Gardner PD: Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY.
Gardner Mayor Nicholson on Gardner PD Officer Laderroute doing Community Outreach at a local daycare
- Flake and Dr. Mayo
Gardner Magazine Debuts Fictional Radio Play “The Story of the Flake and Evil Dr. Mayo”
On the WGAW Hotline Radio Show of 7-12-25, there was a debut of the Radio Play “Our Lady the Flake and Evil Dr. Mayo”, along with a commentary by Werner Poegel. The Radio Play is a work of fiction which took over 6 hours to produce. Listen to the Commentary/Play on any device. Or listen to the Radio Play separately.
Commentary and Play 7-12-25 RADIO PLAY – The Story of the Flake and Evil Dr. Mayo The point of the commentary and the play is to dissuade individuals from making false posts and comments instead of discussing actual local issues. The commentary covers these problems and the play “The Story of the Flake and Evil Dr. Mayo” is intended to drive the point home.
- Hotline 7-12-25
Community Events, Politics, Disaster Preparedness, Religious Freedom, and Non-Profits Focus of WGAW Hotline Radio Show
On the WGAW Hotline Radio Show of July 12, 2025: Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson spoke about various events including the Food Truck Festival, the Filming Festival on July 16th, the Junior Police Academy graduation, and the Farmers Market on July 19th at Waterford Community Center. —Werner Poegel has a commentary focusing on false Facebook posts and introduces the radio play, ” The Story of the Flake and Evil Dr. Mayo” — the YMCA Song is played —- Jack McGrath with Patriot Riders is interviewed on “America Day in the Park” coming up on July 20th at the Gardner Fish and Gun Club where food is FREE to everybody. McGrath also talks about “Smilin” Ernie, a 100 yr. Old World War II veteran who just passed away Patriot Riders website, CLICK HERE — Host Steve Wendell speaks on bringing Non-Profits to the radio for FREE and advised leaders of Non-profits to email News@WGAW1340.com to get booked on the show which is heard on AM 1340, 98.1FM, and streamed to everywhere in the world. Listen to the show on any device, CLICK PLAY.
WGAW Hotline Radio 7-12-25 2nd Hour: An ABC Report on the floods in Texas followed by Paul Topolski, Gardner’s Director of Emergency Management. Topolski spoke of My Radar, website, CLICK HERE, and signing up for Gardner’s Code Red, CLICK HERE. Topolski also provided advice on chargers for phones and gave some details on Amateur Radio. —- Steve Wendell gave on an update on IRS regulations pertaining to churches and introduced a report, “This Week on Capitol Hill”.
- This Week 7-11-25
Gardner Magazine with “This Week in the Chair City” for July 11, 2025
Our weekly news magazine for July 11, 2025. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY.
This Week in the Chair City 7-11-25 Mosquito Control — July 16th Festival in Downtown — Mayor Nicholson on Education Curriculum and Programs — Youth Center Director — Songs Released — Upcoming Meetings in Gardner.
- Superintendent Shuffle
Winchendon Superintendent of Schools Shuffle
The Town of Winchendon is once again looking for a School Superintendent as Marc Gosselin is not staying beyond his contract which ends this month. Gardner Magazine reached out via email to all 5 Winchendon School Committee members.
Mike Barbaro – Chair, Email: Barbaro@winchendonk12.org, David Iannaccone – Vice Chair, Email: Iannaccone@winchendonk12.org, Greg Vine – Email: gvine@winchendonk12.org , Karen Kast-McBride, Email: kkast-mcbride@winchendonk12.org, Tara Teixeira – Email: tteixeira@winchendonk12.org.
We requested an interview with any or all of the members. Gardner Magazine will let you know if/when we receive a response.
Publisher’s Editorial Comment: Winchendon needs to hire an individual with the mindset of solving its Public School issues – an individual who understands the difficult task and has the energy, acumen, and steadfastness to rise above the local politics and gain the confidence of not only the public, but also all the employees of Winchendon Public Schools.
- Planning Board 7-8-25
Planning Board Reviews Various Requests Including Factory Expansion
The Gardner Planning Board met on July 8, 2025 and reviewed a site plan for multi-family residential units, was shown some plans for a proposed factory expansion which would need a zoning change for an abutting lot, and various other preliminary plans for site improvements.
Listen to the meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY
Gardner Planning Board 7-8-25
- Mosquitos July 2025
Mosquitos in for the “Fight of July” as Spraying Gets Underway in Greater Gardner Area
In a letter sent to the City of Gardner, the Central Massachusetts Mosquito Control Project announced that its personnel will be tentatively be in Gardner on July 10, 17, 24, and 31. See image of letter, CLICK HERE. Website, CLICK HERE. Those wishing to request service may call the CMMCP office at (508) 393-3055 between 7am to 3:30pm Monday through Friday.
On the website you are able to schedule service, get spray schedules, get information on mosquito spread viruses, and find out about pesticides. Mosquito control in Massachusetts operates under M.G.L. Ch. 252 (Improvement of Low Land & Swamps) and the State Reclamation & Mosquito Control Board. Other pertinent laws and regulations on mosquito control can be found here.
The Central Massachusetts Mosquito Control Project was created by the Massachusetts State Legislature in 1973, and currently consists of 44 cities and towns in Central Massachusetts, from both Worcester and Middlesex Counties, covering over nearly 810 square miles. Please click here for more information on the CMMCP service area.
- Block Party
Filming Day Festival July 16, 2025 11am to 6pm:
“I’m very proud to welcome the cast and crew of Bolio to Gardner and look forward to seeing the Chair City up on the silver screen,” said Gardner Mayor Mike Nicholson. “It’s great to see Gardner getting the attention it’s receiving from different production companies and the impact it’s having on our local economy.”City of Gardner to Hold Filming Day Festival Downtown on July 16th
On Wednesday, July 16th from 11am to 6pm, Downtown Gardner will become a block party featuring the music of 7 Day Weekend with food, beverages, ice cream, and fun. It’s all to celebrate the filming of the movie Bolio: Spirit of the Mustang in downtown. COMPLETE PRESS RELEASE, click here. The City of Gardner stated: “Join Us downtown to welcome the cast and crew and maybe catch the filming while you’re there.”
Gardner Magazine is releasing the rock block party song “Film Festival” to help promote the event. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY.
ROCK BLOCK PARTY – Film Festival LOCATION: Maki Park – Parker Street between Orpheum Park and Lafayette Square.
RESTRICTIONS: Logos, text, or images not pre-approved by the production company can’t appear on clothing or signs.
FOOD DRIVE – SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE: Will be held at the festival to support the food pantries of both the Gardner CAC and the Montachusett Veterans Outreach Center.
ROAD CLOSURES: On the day of the festival, Parker Street will be closed from Central Street to Oak Street and Nichols Street beginning at 8am, and Connors Street will be closed between Parker Street and City Hall Avenue beginning at 6am. All roads will be back open by 8pm.
- Festival 7-12-25
Gardner Gearing Up for Food Truck Festival
The Widely Anticipated 8th Annual Gardner Food Truck Festival is Saturday, July 12, 2025 from noon to 7pm.
Run by WooTrucks, the festival promises a wide variety of foods from a large number of trucks parked on Pleasant Street in front of Gardner City Hall and on City Hall Avenue. Admission is FREE. Beer and Wine will be available. Vendors and Artists will be selling their wares. And some form of music is expected.
The BIG LIST of Participating Food Trucks: POTATO POTATO – Birds Nest Italian Street Food – Braised Food Truck – Nom Nom Hut – Minuteman Kettle Corn – Berrysweets – MOES SWEET EATS – Clyde’s Cupcakes – Kona Ice of Shrewsbury – Sabrosa Venezuela – Travelin’ Bones – Sugarcane Hut – Uncle Joey’s Cannoli – Travelin Pizza – Shanes Hot Dogs – Trolley Dogs – Fryd guys – wacky candy – shack – Summa madness llc – Dogfather – Easy Street Tacos – Mac Daddy – Moon Hill Brewing
- Beat the Heat
Gardner Magazine Releases original song “Beat the Heat’
Turning up the air conditioner? Cooling off at the pool or beach? Trying to beat the heat? Listen to the original song in 3 versions on any device. CLICK PLAY.
SHORT POP – Beat the Heat POP FUNK – Beat the Heat DISCO FUNK – Beat the Heat From the song: “I still feel the heat,still need to beat the heat, I want to beat the heat, I need to beat the heat”
- City Council 7-7-25
Gardner City Council Moves Various Matters Forward
At the Gardner City Council meeting of July 7, 2025, the Council approved the new position of Youth Center Director. The request of the Gardner CAC to build a kitchen at the Waterford Community Center was approved, and Councilor Brad Heglin gave a report on Waterford. The Helen Mae Sauter School will go up for sale through the Request for Proposal (RFP) Process with a minimum bid of $300,000. Councilor Judy Mack commented that the Greenwood Pool was mobbed on its first Sunday open. Greenwood Pool is open 7 days a week from noon to 5pm in the month of July. Listen to the entire meeting on any device, CLICK PLAY.
City Council 7-7-25 The City Council also had a joint meeting with the Planning Board concerning a zoning change request. Attorney Christine Tree gave a presentation. The change would change a parcel on Dinan Drive to industrial 1 from commercial 1 and allow for Blessington Corporation to expand its existing facility locating on an abutting parcel which is already zoned industrial. The company specializes in the fabrication and installation of architectural millwork. Our graphic shows Dinan Drive at the bottom and the existing Blessington building in the Summit Industrial Park. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY.
Joint Hearing with Planning Board 7-7-25
- Elks Movie Night
Gardner Elks Brings Exciting Movie Night to Gardner MA
This Friday, July 11th, it’s Outdoor Movie Night at the Gardner Elks off Park Street in Gardner featuring the iconic Robert Zemeckis film “Back to the Future”. The location overlooks beautiful Crystal Lake. Here’s what the Gardner Elks said about the event: “HEY HEY HEY! What are you doing THIS Friday? Come down to the Gardner Elks #1426 and catch a viewing of the classic movie Back to the Future with a gorgeous view of Crystal Lake!!! No cover! Concessions will be available! Doors open at 7pm, movie will start at 8pm. Come have some fun with the Best People On Earth!“
Here is a scene from the movie when the Doc shows Marty how the DeLorean travels through time with his dog. “What did I tell you, 88 miles per hour”. Just CLICK PLAY.
- Nicholson’s Gardner
Official Website Photo – Michael Nicholson, Mayor of Gardner MA An eye-opening analysis from a national company, “Google” concludes other towns or cities could learn from Gardner’s approach.
Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson’s Website Analyzed by Google AI – And It Finds Progress
Those of you reading Gardner Magazine regularly completely understand that we love to promote the City of Gardner. So when we found out that the Mayor of Gardner put out a campaign website detailing various issues, we had to check it out. We then asked Google to give it an objective analysis. The result: Google actually titled the “Deep Dive” podcast “Mayor Nicholson’s Gardner: Progress and Development.” Listen to the “Deep Dive” on any device. CLICK PLAY.
DEEP DIVE: Nicholson’s Gardner: Progress and Development The Google analysis concluded “It’s clear his pretty unique educational background, those dual degrees, a master’s in public policy, the law degree, really set the stage. It seems like it provided a broad toolkit. Yeah. For everything from landing that historic grant funding and sparking downtown revitalization to opening new schools, modernizing how the city actually runs, and tackling housing with these innovative solutions, the progress seems really tangible. It does. And it makes you think, doesn’t it? It raises this question, really, for you, the listener, to consider. How might a city’s deep commitment to detailed planning, combined with, let’s say, diverse expertise in its leadership, how does that translate into such concrete improvements for the people who live there? And maybe, what lessons could other towns or cities take away from Gardner’s approach?”
- Movie in Gardner
Auto Draft “BOLIO: Spirit of the Mustang” is the latest flick to be filming in Gardner. Gardner has been a past location for portions of TV series and movies including Dexter: New Blood, Castle Rock, School Ties, Summer Interlude, Marble, and Viewpoint.
Movie Permit to Film a Movie in Gardner, CLICK for PDF. — More information from the City of Gardner website, CLICK HERE.
Movie Filming in Gardner During July and August
Director Jim Issa is bringing his cast and crew to the City of Gardner in July and August and is actively looking for volunteers to act as extras for a school assembly scene. And, there will be a Filming Day Festival on July 16th in Downtown Gardner across from the Gardner Ale House to celebrate the movie” BOLIO: Spirit of the Mustang”, also featuring a food drive for MVOC that day. A school assembly scene will be filmed at a Gardner School location on July 23rd. 100+ extras are wanted. Email: bolioextras@gmail.com NO compensation is provided. Minors need parental permission.
Movie Plot Synopsis (from Moviedelic)
The plot revolves around Dale Bolio, a high school shop teacher struggling with personal challenges. The tragicomic tale depicts his life overshadowed by recent setbacks. While he is already coping with the death of his mother, Dale’s wife decides to leave him. Moreover, he also senses a lack of respect at his workplace. His mundane existence turns around when he encounters Chuck Swayze, a charismatic life coach hired by the school to motivate the students. Dale and Chuck quickly form a strong friendship, but the former soon learns some unsettling truths about the latter, revealing that his new friend may not be as genuine as he appears.
Gardner’s film liaison is also its Purchasing Agent Joshua Cormier who wrote, “As the City of Gardner’s Film Liaison, I have had the privilege of working with various members of the film industry, at all levels of production and within numerous styles, and I can assure you that the city understands the positive impact that such projects have on our community. From larger productions such as Castle Rock and Dexter to the smaller commercials or independent productions and every project in between, the City of Gardner has provided aesthetic and proper locations, the support required to ensure an efficient and successful project, and the ancillary resources that strengthen a positive relationship within the process. We look forward to continuing this successful relationship with the film industry and welcoming more projects in the future.”
The following is part of Mayor Michael Nicholson’s welcoming message: “As the Mayor of Gardner, Massachusetts, it is my great pleasure to extend a warm welcome to all those seeking our city as a remarkable filming destination. Our city, with its captivating charm and diverse offerings, is the perfect backdrop for your next project. Gardner boasts a wealth of possibilities, from unique neighborhoods to expansive commercial businesses, picturesque recreational opportunities, and a vibrant historic downtown commercial district….”
- This Week 7-4-25
Gardner Magazine with “This Week in the Chair City” for July 4, 2025
Our Weekly News Magazine “This Week in the Chair City” for July 4, 2025. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY.
This Week in the Chair City 7-4-25 Greenwood Pool Sunday openings — Fiscal 6 interview — Editorial on the “Nonsense” — – Youth Center Director — – Songs – Events —- upcoming City Council meeting — A discussion regarding Helen Mae Sauter disposition — Other upcoming meetings
Full Fiscal 6 Interview, CLICK HERE
We also have the entire complete meeting AUDIO of the Finance Committee of 7-2-25. Listen on any device. CLICK PLAY.
Finance Committee 7-2-25
- Song – Independence Day
Gardner Magazine Releases an original 4th of July song “Not Just Another Day (It’s Independence Day”
“Not Just Another Day (It’s Independence Day)” is an original patriotic song for the 4th of July. The song celebrates America. We’re releasing it in the following versions: Pop Duet, Modern Country, Patriotic Rock, Patriotic Orchestral Overture, and Traditional.
POP DUET – Not Just Another Day (It’s Independence Day) MODERN COUNTRY – Not Just Another Day (It’s Independence Day) PATRIOTIC ROCK – Not Just Another Day (It’s Independence Day) ORCHESTRAL OVERTURE – Not Just Another Day (It’s Independence Day) TRADITIONAL – Not Just Another Day (It’s Independence Day) from Publisher Werner Poegel: “I wrote this with a love of the greatest nation on earth. I wrote this with a profound love for America. On this 4th of July as we celebrate Independence Day, let us rejoice and let us recognize how lucky we are to be Americans.”
Happy 4th of July! — Happy Independence Day!
From the song: “It is self-evident that all are created equal,and Another two hundred years will be America’s sequel,Living life with liberty and the pursuit of happiness,With a government given all of its rights from us.”
- Big Beautiful Bill
House Passes Senate Version of “Big Beautiful Bill”
On July 3, 2025 at about 2:30pm, the United States House of Representatives passed the “Big Beautiful Bill” with a vote of 218 to 214. As the Senate passed this version a few days ago, next step is the President’s signature. The bill is expected to be signed by President Donald Trump in time for an Independence Day July 4th ceremony at the White House.
- Beaches 7-3-25
A check on Area Beaches Closed Due to Bacterial Exceedance
In the town of Templeton: Beamans Pond Campground and Beamans Pond Day Use are closed. In Winchendon: Lake Dennison State Park Day Use Beach is closed. The entire spreadsheet is listed here. CLICK on Image for larger view.
Note to readers: Gardner Magazine checked out the closed beaches on the state of Massachusetts website. However, due to a coding error, the site does not show any towns after the letter s. The only way to get an accurate list is to download the data which we did. Attached. We have sent emails and and left a voicemail to let the State of MA know. Here is a link to the state beach dashboard, CLICK HERE. Under the graphic showing only towns up to a certain letter, you’ll see icons for various download options.
UPDATE: 7/4/25: 2:15PM – A very kind man from the State of MA reached out to me just a few minutes ago and we discussed the problem with the State of MA website. I got a commitment that the State would look in to what coding changes could be made so the information put out to the public was perfectly clear and accurate. I thanked the man for working on the 4th of July. And it should be noted: There are many State and Municipal workers in every range of public safety areas who are working today for our benefit. Thank them when you see them. Happy 4th of July to all of you.
- 4th – 2025
- Greenwood – July
Greenwood Pool Expands Availability
The City of Gardner announces that Gardner’s Greenwood Pool will also be OPEN SUNDAYS in July from noon to 5pm.
That means the pool will be open 7 days a week from noon to 5pm throughout the month of July.
Greenwood Pool will be open every single day in July.
Season passes are available for purchase online. Daily fees are: Walkins: $1, Seniors or Military(with valid id) $3, Children and Minors 17 and under $4, Adults $5
- Where Adam Landed
To put Phillipston in context: The nearby City of Gardner is 23.02 square miles in area with a population of over 21,000. Phillipston is slightly larger with a total area of 24.6 square miles and a population of under 2000 people. A little bigger in size with 1/10 the people.
For more information on the Town of Phillipston, MA, please visit the website, CLICK HERE.
“Where Adam Landed” – Interview with Phillipston CAO Adam Lamontagne
Gardner Magazine had the honor to speak with Phillipston CAO Adam Lamontagne on July 2, 2025. Lamontagne has been in the position since April. Listen to the interview on any device. CLICK PLAY.
Adam Lamontagne Interview 7-2-25 Some of the Issues discussed:
Lamontagne drafted a letter to the U.S. Postmaster General asking for a Phillipston Post office. See pdf of letter. or click image for larger view. Currently the town shares the Athol zip code.
The Phillipston Chief Administrative Officer spoke of the Phillipston Town Common and a vision for improving the area. Phillipston Memorial building is getting paving due to a $50,000 state earmark. Town Meeting approved $100,000 for new gym at the Memorial School and Lamontagne looks forward to a beautiful basketball floor. He touched on some of the nice places in Phillipston including the well-known Red Apple Farm and the public beach at Queen Lake. Lamontagne is working with other communities to get electric rates down through aggregation. There’s also an effort to improve technology in the community. Lamontagne praised his public safety officials.
Adam Lamontagne noted that the recent Phillipston Town Meeting was very efficient, approving all 32 articles in one hour. Lamontagne was very pleased on how well he was welcomed by the community.
- Fiscal 6
Fiscal 6 – The Interview with Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson
Fiscal 6 is the 6th Fiscal Year Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson has been in office and that started on July 1, 2025. We spoke with the Mayor about various needs and issues, and how things have changed over the last 5 years. Listen to the almost 2 hour interview on any device, CLICK PLAY.
Fiscal 6 Interview – Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson 7-1-25 Topics covered included: Mayor’s qualifications, training, and passions – Business – City Properties – Private Properties – Recreation and Open Space – Aesthetics – Fiscal Responsibility – Health – Parking – Education – Internet and Connectivity – Public Safety – Roads and Infrastructure – Veterans and Services – Legal Updates – Transparency – City Employees – Education – Water and Sewer – Industrial – Housing – Non-Profits – Promoting the City – Public Transportation – Patriotism and Ceremony – Recognition – Outreach – Environment –
- Saving an Egg
Gardner Fire Department Rescues an Egg
From Gardner Fire Department: “Today, Group 3 perfected their technique using hydraulic extraction tools. One member lifted the cinder block with the spreaders while another member used the cutters to carefully remove an egg without breaking it.”We are also showing you a photo of Gardner’s new Rescue1.
- This Week 6-28-25
Gardner Magazine’s “This Week in the Chair City”
Listen to the weekly News magazine on any device, CLICK PLAY.
This Week in the Chair City 6-28-25 4th of July – Updates – Kindness in Gardner – Job Opportunities with City of Gardner – Song Released – Upcoming Events – Airport Commission SWPPP – Gardner CAC Expansion – Helen Mae Sauter School Disposition – City Council Upcoming Meeting and Public Hearing with Planning Board – Zoning Board of Appeals re 23 apartment dwellings.
Upcoming City Council meeting agenda and packet, CLICK HERE.
- Hotline 6-28-25
Wide Variety of Topics on WGAW Hotline Radio Show – Saturday June 28, 2025
Listen to the entire show on any device, CLICK PLAY
In hour 1: Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson was the first guest on the show and updated residents about the Greenwood Pool and Splash Park and demo of old building happening approximately mid September. The Mayor spoke on other city items including the City Salaries proposal, City Pensions, Darrel Sweney recovery from injuries, Script Studio opening and movie filming in Gardner. Steve Wendell spoke on his short career as a Shakespearan actor and his time as a teacher. An energy pipeline report with John Batchelor (a host from 9pm to 1am)
In hour 2: No Business Like Show Business song -Wendell on his Howdy Doody Show appearance – Paul Topolski on Ham Radio Field Day – Scott Huntoon, Gardner Museum on Songwriters Workshop – Werner Poegel Commentary on Petty Gripes – Report on Signs of Teen Abuse
- Nicholson 6-27-25
Gardner Mayor Nicholson Updates the City
Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson updated the City of Gardner on June 27, 2025. Listen to the update on any device, CLICK PLAY.
Topics Covered: Heat and cooling centers – Greenwood Pool – Movie filming in Gardner – Yard Waste Pickup – July 4th Hours – Food Truck Festival July 12th – Monument Park Concerts – Farmers Market – Ribbon Cuttings – National Night Out – Projects in the City – TriCity Takeover Day at WooSox.
- Hubbardston HubbConnect
Town of Hubbardston MA Creates Groundbreaking Website platform for Residents
The Town of Hubbardston officially launched its completely redesigned website and introduced HubbConnect “a groundbreaking, locally-built platform that modernizes how residents access town services while streamlining internal operations.” A Gardner Magazine “Deep Dive” podcast explains it all. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY.
DEEP DIVE – Hubbardston HubbConnect The Town of Hubbardston wrote this: “Developed entirely in-house by Town staff using Microsoft 365, CivicPlus, assisted digital coding, and Power Automate, HubbConnect represents a flexible, cost-saving solution created specifically to meet the needs of a small rural community. This innovative approach eliminates the need for multiple expensive off-the-shelf systems while delivering exceptional value to residents through enhanced access and transparency”. Hubbardston website, CLICK HERE.
- Phillipston Common
Town of Phillipston Reviews Town Common Study
The first draft of the Phillipston Town Common Study was released on June 25, 2025. Here’s a copy on pdf.
The Town of Phillipston is asking residents for feedback through the month of July. The study itself was funded by the Community Preservation Committee and the expenditure was approved by residents at Town Meeting.
Gardner Magazine has a “Deep Dive” podcast explaining it all. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY.
DEEP DIVE – Phillipston Common Study Send feedback to CAO Adam Lamontagne at this email: alamontagne@phillipston-ma.gov.
- Top of the Hill
Gardner Magazine Releases “Top of the Hill”
Sometimes avoiding adversity can be planned. Most often it can’t. This original song is about a geographic advantage, being at the top of the hill. Pop and Jazz versions. Listen on any device. CLICK PLAY.
POP – Top of the Hill JAZZ – Top of the Hill From the song: “When the rest are flooded out ,I’ve got my dry place to brag about, ’cause I’m at the top of the hill, And my house is dry still…(dry still)…dry still“
The meaning of the song goes much further than a simple house on a hill.
- Kindness 6-26-25
Kindness Rampant in Gardner
Gardner was recently deemed the kindest City in Massachusetts and #96 in the nation for everyday kindness. Survey page, CLICK HERE:
Two local businesses are representative of the kindness norm in Gardner.Tractor Supply made a generous donation of dog food to the Gardner Animal Shelter. Gardner Animal Shelter posted, “THANK YOU! THANK YOU! Tractor Supply-Gardner for your generous donation of dog food. Our resident K9’s truly appreciate it!” And the Paramount Cafe is giving out FREE water during hot days. Neighboring business John’s Sport Shop posted, “Kindness is Easy & goes a long Way!!!! Thank you Neighbors!!!” Spot kindness in Gardner? Email News@GardnerMagazine.com
And thank you for your everyday kindness.
Previous article containing our “Deep Dive” podcast on the Cities of Kindness Report and the song “Gardner, City of Everyday Kindness” CLICK HERE.
- Pool 6-25-25
A Gardner mother posted on Facebook about the incident, “I brought my daughter swimming at the Gardner Pool this afternoon. The water was amazingly clear and perfect temperature. We were there for about 30 minutes before the pool started back washing with green/brown.. the lifeguards were yelling to get out… the ENTIRE pool was green/brown within 30 seconds…“
Accidental Backwash Results in Short Pool Closure – then Human Discharge Closes it for Remainder of Day.
The Greenwood Memorial Pool was closed for a short time due to an employee activating the backwash accidentally. Just prior to reopening, a child vomiting in to the pool necessitated closing the pool for the remainder of the day so it could be sanitized.
Statement from Mayor Michael Nicholson:
“We have been made aware of an incident that took place at the Greenwood Memorial Pool today that caused the color of the water to change. An employee of the pool inadvertently clicked the backwash switch on the control panel, which caused the filter system to begin to backwash, causing the color of the water to change. The materials that were sent into the pool had already gone through the pool’s filtration and chlorination system and had been sanitized. However, out of an abundance of caution, the Board of Health was called in to test the water to ensure it was safe for swimmers. These tests confirmed that there was nothing harmful in the water and that the water was safe for swimming.
To be extra cautious, the Board of Health requested that the pool be closed for one hour and chlorine levels increased to ensure full sanitization of the water. Following this process, the Board of Health reinspected the water again for chlorination and clarity and approved the pool to continue operating as usual.
Unfortunately, as the pool was about to re-open, a child vomited into the pool, causing the pool to be closed for the remainder of the day so the water can be re-sanitized per health regulations and standards. As such, the pool will be closed for the remainder of the day (Wednesday, June 25)“
- Conservation 6-23-25
- Winchendon 6-28-25
Winchendon Food Truck Festival and Battle of the BandsThe Winchendon Food Truck Festival and Battle of the Bands is Saturday, June 28, 2025 from noon to 7pm at GAR Park, 52 Murdock Avenue, Winchendon MA
Food Truck Favorites Include: The Taco Dude • Mac Daddy • Berrysweets • Birds Nest Italian Street Food • Potato Potato • Sauced and Tossed Chicken Co • Uncle Joey’s Cannoli • Travelin’ Bones BBQ • Sugarcane Hut • Nom Nom Hut • Moe’s Sweet Eats • Eggroll Cafe Food Truck • Breez Freez • Dogfather • Bono Appetit • Easy Street Tacos
Battle of the Bands Noon: The Faceless Hobos featuring Pat Townsend and Dave Romanowski, a duo who began playing together in 2017. 1:15pm: Sheep Dip with James Erikson, Jacqi Brown and Diane Wood 2:45pm: Rock 201 – a high energy classic rock band that has been rocking since 1998. 4:15pm – 5 piece party-cover band Plead the 5th 5:45pm: Down Daizy – 80’s music that Rocks! With Bill Leger on guitar, Jay Sharron on drums, Joe Hazelwood – bass and Jamie Gauthier with those 80s vocals!
The Town of Winchendon says: “Bring your appetite, your friends, and your dancing shoes — this is one summer celebration you won’t want to miss! FREE admission • Live entertainment • Family fun all day long!” For more about upcoming events in Winchendon, here is the Winchendon Parks and Recreation web page, CLICK HERE.
Upcoming: Gardner Food Truck Festival is Saturday, July 12th.
- Sweeney Injured
Here’s what happened: At the intersection of Temple and Elm Street in Gardner, a Gardner City employee was up in the air in the bucket of a bucket truck repairing a flashing light. Then, an 18 wheel tractor- trailer truck clipped the bucket of the truck. This apparently caused the harness worn by Gardner Electrical Inspector Darrell Sweeney to break, propelling him to the ground and resulting in severe injuries including several broken bones. Sweeney was transported to the hospital via Life Flight and was conscious and speaking when Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson went to visit him.
City Electrical Inspector Darrell Sweeney Seriously Injured in Accident
A freak accident at the intersection of Temple and Elm Street in Gardner involving a tractor trailer truck hitting the edge of a bucket from a utility bucket truck resulted in serious injuries to a Gardner City employee.
Statement by Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson on the Accident today Involving City Electrical Inspector Darrell Sweeney:
“Earlier today, City of Gardner employee Darrell Sweeney was seriously injured in a work-related accident. I was able to visit and speak with him briefly in the hospital, where he is being cared for by a dedicated team of medical professionals. Darrell has a difficult road ahead, but he is in good hands, and we are all hoping for his steady healing and full recovery.
I want to express my sincere gratitude to the first responders who arrived quickly and provided critical assistance at the scene, as well as to the hospital staff who continue to care for Darrell with great skill and compassion. Their actions made an enormous difference during a very serious situation.
Our thoughts and our prayers are with Darrell, his family, and his colleagues. The City of Gardner stands ready to support them however we can in the days and weeks to come.
Gardner Mayor Mike Nicholson“
- Gardner Jobs 6-23-25
For a current list of jobs available in Gardner Massachusetts, CLICK HERE.
Chair City of Gardner MA has Job Opportunities
Gardner Massachusetts is a growing City being recognized by others in the State and the Country. Working for a municipality like Gardner has its benefits well beyond the wage the position pays including health insurance and a vested retirement after 10 years. As of June 23, 2025, there are a number of openings.
Current Opportunities with Link to Complete Details on City of Gardner Website DPW Mechanic – Skilled Equipment Mechanic and Operator Animal Control Officer – Full Time DPW – Full-Time Financial Administrator Economic Development and Finance Manager –performs professional, administrative, and technical work in both economic development and financial management. Mechanic – Gardner Municipal Golf Course – Seasonal Lifeguards – for Greenwood Pool Truck Driver – DPW
- Cooling 6-23-25
Cooling Centers Activated Due to High Temps
Residents of Area Communities should check with their local town hall regarding the availability of a local cooling center to help deal with the high temperatures expected Monday June 23rd and Tuesday June 24th.
In the City of Gardner for example, the Community Room at the Gardner Police station and the Gardner Senior Center are available until 7pm both June 23rd and June 24th as cooling centers. In addition, the Greenwood Pool will be open an extra 2 hours both days, until 7pm.
Publisher’s Note: The graphic we used is from last year in June when we had a similar couple of hot days.
- Trump Address 6-21-25
- This Week 6-21-25
Gardner Magazine with “This Week in the Chair City on Saturday June 21, 2025
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This Week 6-21-25 Summer Reading Kickoff – the view from Willow Street – Greenwood Pool opening details – Board of Health meeting – Power Outage – Fireworks, music, and Birthday Celebration – Budget approval – Relay for Life update – Songs published – City Events
- Hotline 6-21-25
A Busy Hotline Radio Show on WGAW
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Hotline 6-21-25 The WGAW Hotline Radio Show of June 21, 2025 featured an ABC Report on the Karen Read trial and not guilty verdict. Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson spoke about the June 21st Gardner Festival, Happy Birthday Celebration, and Fireworks. The Mayor provided details on the Greenwood Pool opening and spoke of upcoming paving in the City. Hotline featured the Pastor of the Mission Grace Church. Winchendon Town Manager Bill McKinney provided an update on his community. State Representative Jonathan Zlotnik spoke about funding received due to the “millionaire’s tax.” The AUDIO of the Firefighters Memorial Ceremony was played. Firefighters were remembered and current firefighters were honored. A Firefighters Commentary with Werner Poegel.
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Templeton – Phillipston – Winchendon – Ashburnham – Westminster – Hubbardston
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Templeton MA
- Hotline 6-7-25
Gardner – Templeton – Hubbardston Featured on WGAW Hotline Radio
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Hotline Radio 6-7-25 The WGAW Hotline Radio Show of June 7, 2025 features a Huge Update with Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson including the regular weekly update in the first hour and a more comprehensive half hour extended update in the second hour.
Host Steve Wendell spoke with newly elected Templeton Select Board member Candy Graves on Templeton recreation and other items.
Hubbardston Town Administrator Nathan Boudreau and Town Clerk Melody Green were on the Hotline speaking of what’s going on in the town of Hubbardston.
There was a very interesting ABC Update on the Chinese Fungus Plot. As Host Steve Wendell put it “We are at war with China.”
Gardner Magazine Publisher Werner Poegel provided details on the 3 Summer Concert series coming to Gardner this year including the concerts at Monument Park, Polish American Citizens Club, and the Lithuanian Beach Club.
Phillipston MA
- Where Adam Landed
To put Phillipston in context: The nearby City of Gardner is 23.02 square miles in area with a population of over 21,000. Phillipston is slightly larger with a total area of 24.6 square miles and a population of under 2000 people. A little bigger in size with 1/10 the people.
For more information on the Town of Phillipston, MA, please visit the website, CLICK HERE.
“Where Adam Landed” – Interview with Phillipston CAO Adam Lamontagne
Gardner Magazine had the honor to speak with Phillipston CAO Adam Lamontagne on July 2, 2025. Lamontagne has been in the position since April. Listen to the interview on any device. CLICK PLAY.
Adam Lamontagne Interview 7-2-25 Some of the Issues discussed:
Lamontagne drafted a letter to the U.S. Postmaster General asking for a Phillipston Post office. See pdf of letter. or click image for larger view. Currently the town shares the Athol zip code.
The Phillipston Chief Administrative Officer spoke of the Phillipston Town Common and a vision for improving the area. Phillipston Memorial building is getting paving due to a $50,000 state earmark. Town Meeting approved $100,000 for new gym at the Memorial School and Lamontagne looks forward to a beautiful basketball floor. He touched on some of the nice places in Phillipston including the well-known Red Apple Farm and the public beach at Queen Lake. Lamontagne is working with other communities to get electric rates down through aggregation. There’s also an effort to improve technology in the community. Lamontagne praised his public safety officials.
Adam Lamontagne noted that the recent Phillipston Town Meeting was very efficient, approving all 32 articles in one hour. Lamontagne was very pleased on how well he was welcomed by the community.
Winchendon MA
- Superintendent Shuffle
Winchendon Superintendent of Schools Shuffle
The Town of Winchendon is once again looking for a School Superintendent as Marc Gosselin is not staying beyond his contract which ends this month. Gardner Magazine reached out via email to all 5 Winchendon School Committee members.
Mike Barbaro – Chair, Email: Barbaro@winchendonk12.org, David Iannaccone – Vice Chair, Email: Iannaccone@winchendonk12.org, Greg Vine – Email: gvine@winchendonk12.org , Karen Kast-McBride, Email: kkast-mcbride@winchendonk12.org, Tara Teixeira – Email: tteixeira@winchendonk12.org.
We requested an interview with any or all of the members. Gardner Magazine will let you know if/when we receive a response.
Publisher’s Editorial Comment: Winchendon needs to hire an individual with the mindset of solving its Public School issues – an individual who understands the difficult task and has the energy, acumen, and steadfastness to rise above the local politics and gain the confidence of not only the public, but also all the employees of Winchendon Public Schools.
- Winchendon 6-28-25
Winchendon Food Truck Festival and Battle of the BandsThe Winchendon Food Truck Festival and Battle of the Bands is Saturday, June 28, 2025 from noon to 7pm at GAR Park, 52 Murdock Avenue, Winchendon MA
Food Truck Favorites Include: The Taco Dude • Mac Daddy • Berrysweets • Birds Nest Italian Street Food • Potato Potato • Sauced and Tossed Chicken Co • Uncle Joey’s Cannoli • Travelin’ Bones BBQ • Sugarcane Hut • Nom Nom Hut • Moe’s Sweet Eats • Eggroll Cafe Food Truck • Breez Freez • Dogfather • Bono Appetit • Easy Street Tacos
Battle of the Bands Noon: The Faceless Hobos featuring Pat Townsend and Dave Romanowski, a duo who began playing together in 2017. 1:15pm: Sheep Dip with James Erikson, Jacqi Brown and Diane Wood 2:45pm: Rock 201 – a high energy classic rock band that has been rocking since 1998. 4:15pm – 5 piece party-cover band Plead the 5th 5:45pm: Down Daizy – 80’s music that Rocks! With Bill Leger on guitar, Jay Sharron on drums, Joe Hazelwood – bass and Jamie Gauthier with those 80s vocals!
The Town of Winchendon says: “Bring your appetite, your friends, and your dancing shoes — this is one summer celebration you won’t want to miss! FREE admission • Live entertainment • Family fun all day long!” For more about upcoming events in Winchendon, here is the Winchendon Parks and Recreation web page, CLICK HERE.
Upcoming: Gardner Food Truck Festival is Saturday, July 12th.
- Hotline 6-21-25
A Busy Hotline Radio Show on WGAW
Listen to the entire show on any device. CLICK PLAY.
Hotline 6-21-25 The WGAW Hotline Radio Show of June 21, 2025 featured an ABC Report on the Karen Read trial and not guilty verdict. Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson spoke about the June 21st Gardner Festival, Happy Birthday Celebration, and Fireworks. The Mayor provided details on the Greenwood Pool opening and spoke of upcoming paving in the City. Hotline featured the Pastor of the Mission Grace Church. Winchendon Town Manager Bill McKinney provided an update on his community. State Representative Jonathan Zlotnik spoke about funding received due to the “millionaire’s tax.” The AUDIO of the Firefighters Memorial Ceremony was played. Firefighters were remembered and current firefighters were honored. A Firefighters Commentary with Werner Poegel.
Ashburnham MA
- Zlotnik Interview 9-20-24
2nd Worcester District – Consisting of the town of Ashburnham, the city of Gardner, and the towns of Templeton and Precincts 2, and 3, of the town of Winchendon, all in the county of Worcester.
“I’d say the top-driving thing that got me into public office all those years ago was that I felt this community and the communities in this district, the ones I grew up in, needed help. They needed additional investment opportunities. They needed things to be built, quite frankly. And the state is the best entity positioned to do that” – Jon ZlotnikWe have reached out to his opponent and offered a similar opportunity to do an interview.
Exploring the 12 Year Record of Zlotnik’s Greatest Hits
Gardner Magazine had the honor of speaking with State Representative Jonathan Zlotnik about his record. Voters are being asked to rehire Zlotnik in this Fall’s election. We spoke with Zlotnik about education, training, business, housing, veterans, local projects, infrastructure, recreation, civics and literacy, food insecurity, the homeless, and help for the disadvantaged. Representative Zlotnik had a few interesting stories to tell along the way including how the need for a stool helped get a new school.
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Jon Zlotnik 9-20-24 The job pays less than private industry, but Zlotnik does it to help the communities he represents. The State Representative interned at the State House both in high school and college.
Interestingly, one of the first bills Zlotnik filed was to re-institute a Civics curriculum as well as a financial literacy curriculum at the high school level. Eventually, the legislature did take up the civics portion, providing incentives for schools.
Zlotnik spoke about his involvement in the expansion of Mount Wachusett Community College. He spoke of fighting to get state funding for the On-Site Academy which provides for post-traumatic stress treatment for first responders and told a heartwarming story about it. Zlotnik explained his efforts on behalf of veterans in the area. The State Representative detailed and discussed the Wachusett Business Incubator program.
With respect to area development, Jonathan Zlotnik provided some background on the Rear Main Street Project and the Underutilized Properties grants which affects Downtown Gardner. We spoke at length about the Gardner Elementary School and Zlotnik related a story about the hearing on the school when the State Treasurer heard enough to say the project was clearly needed.
Zlotnik spoke of initiatives with respect to recreation including the bike path and the upcoming bridge across Route 140. He also spoke of the importance of actually getting out and talking with people. And, he detailed various projects which have brought in jobs.
Representative Zlotnik spoke of big projects like the one affecting the water main of Winchendon and Ashburnham. He spoke of pulling communities together to better utilize Opioid settlement funds.
Reach State Representative Jonathan Zlotnik via the following email: Jon.Zlotnik@mahouse.gov
Westminster MA
- Town Crier 9
Stephanie Lahtinen with Me, Myself, and Your Questions
The Town Crier is a podcast produced by the Town of Westminster and hosted by Town Administrator Stephanie Lahtinen. In this episode released June 12, 2025, various constituent questions are answered. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY.
Town Crier 9 – 6-12-25 Topics covered included the annual town meeting, cell service coverage in Westminster, the Westminster Country Club property, The Old Town Hall, and the Adams Street 4db Project, and the Academy Hill playground. Lahtinen ended the podcast with an announcement of various events in the community. Visit the podcast page, CLICK HERE
On cell service: “We currently own and operate a communications tower on South Ashburnham Road. You can see it if you drive down South Ash Road, it’s, you know, probably like 500 yards off the street. And so now we are, we have a RFP out, so a request for proposals for private cell carriers to lease space from the town and put their equipment on our tower.”
On the Old Town Hall: “So the Old Town Hall, the plan is for it to be redeveloped with a historic preservation restriction. So the building will look exactly basically as it looks right now. All of the character, the historic structures, everything will be maintained and it’s going to have commercial on the first floor and the top two floors are planned for apartments. So the Old Town Hall will be fully rehabilitated. The building will be saved.”
Hubbardston MA
- Hubbardston HubbConnect
Town of Hubbardston MA Creates Groundbreaking Website platform for Residents
The Town of Hubbardston officially launched its completely redesigned website and introduced HubbConnect “a groundbreaking, locally-built platform that modernizes how residents access town services while streamlining internal operations.” A Gardner Magazine “Deep Dive” podcast explains it all. Listen on any device, CLICK PLAY.
DEEP DIVE – Hubbardston HubbConnect The Town of Hubbardston wrote this: “Developed entirely in-house by Town staff using Microsoft 365, CivicPlus, assisted digital coding, and Power Automate, HubbConnect represents a flexible, cost-saving solution created specifically to meet the needs of a small rural community. This innovative approach eliminates the need for multiple expensive off-the-shelf systems while delivering exceptional value to residents through enhanced access and transparency”. Hubbardston website, CLICK HERE.
- Hotline 6-7-25
Gardner – Templeton – Hubbardston Featured on WGAW Hotline Radio
Listen to the entire program on any device, CLICK PLAY.
Hotline Radio 6-7-25 The WGAW Hotline Radio Show of June 7, 2025 features a Huge Update with Gardner Mayor Michael Nicholson including the regular weekly update in the first hour and a more comprehensive half hour extended update in the second hour.
Host Steve Wendell spoke with newly elected Templeton Select Board member Candy Graves on Templeton recreation and other items.
Hubbardston Town Administrator Nathan Boudreau and Town Clerk Melody Green were on the Hotline speaking of what’s going on in the town of Hubbardston.
There was a very interesting ABC Update on the Chinese Fungus Plot. As Host Steve Wendell put it “We are at war with China.”
Gardner Magazine Publisher Werner Poegel provided details on the 3 Summer Concert series coming to Gardner this year including the concerts at Monument Park, Polish American Citizens Club, and the Lithuanian Beach Club.
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- Gardner Tops 21K
Complete Gardner Census Data from 2020. Gardner MA Population Statistics
According to the U.S. Census, Gardner has a population of 21,287. Median Household Income is about $50,000. Those with a Bachelor’s Degree or higher is close to 1 in 5. More than half of the population is employed. 98% have health care coverage. There’s 9,411 total housing units with 691 vacant according to the Census Bureau. Gardner’s median estimated age of 41 is slightly above the median age in Massachusetts. One statistic to note: Average Gardner commute time is just under ½ hr. so there’s room for more local employers. For the complete census data, click here.
- Visit Gardner
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- “I Know What You Did Last Summer’ a fresh take on horror faveby Stephen Schaefer on July 13, 2025 at 7:55 am
It took more than a decade but here comes a new spin on "IKWYDLS" courtesy of co-writer, co-story by and director Jennifer Kaytin Robinson who begins, naturally, 27 years after the Tower Bay murders of the first film.
- Editorial: Incarcerated felons must pay debt to society before votingby Boston Herald editorial staff on July 13, 2025 at 7:51 am
Punishing criminals is an outrage among the progressive set, who work diligently to reframe a prison sentence as little more than a change of address.
- Preventing heat-related illness in childrenby Dr. Katie Lockwood and Dr. Harleen Marwah/American Academy of Pediatrics on July 13, 2025 at 7:50 am
With higher temperatures and longer stretches of hot days, parents increasingly need to be aware of the risks of heat-related illness on children.
- Antoni: Trump’s economy soars instead of crashingby E.J. Antoni/The Heritage Foundation on July 13, 2025 at 7:49 am
Many so-called experts predicted that President Donald Trump’s economic agenda would usher in an inflationary Armageddon. Yet the economy is thoroughly beating expectations, with consumers’ expectations becoming increasingly optimistic.
- Putting the adult children firstby Jann Blackstone on July 13, 2025 at 7:42 am
Although my ex has never been officially diagnosed, she must have some sort of affliction because no one could be as terrible as she is without having something. My children, who are now adults, constantly complain about her.
- Police investigating after 17-year-old seriously injured in shooting in Brocktonby Owen Boss on July 13, 2025 at 2:12 am
Authorities are investigating a shooting in Brockton on Saturday that let a 17-year-old seriously injured, police said. Officers responding to a reported shooting in the...
- Quincy celebrates 400th anniversary with street party, Dropkick Murphys concertby Owen Boss on July 13, 2025 at 12:13 am
The Dropkick Murphys took part in a free concert in Quincy on Saturday as thousands of people came out to celebrate the city’s 400th anniversary....
- Firefighters battle 3-alarm blaze that scorched home in Dorchesterby Owen Boss on July 13, 2025 at 12:04 am
Boston firefighters battled a fast-moving fire that raced through a two-family home in Dorchester on Saturday. Crews responding to a reported structure fire at 15...
- Crochet gets 1st career shutout and complete game as Red Sox beat Rays for 9th straight winby Owen Boss on July 12, 2025 at 11:28 pm
BOSTON (AP) — All-Star Garrett Crochet pitched a three-hitter with nine strikeouts for his first career shutout and complete game, leading the Boston Red Sox...
- Boston’s convention center renamed Thomas Michael Menino Convention and Exhibition Centerby Owen Boss on July 12, 2025 at 11:23 pm
The former Boston Convention & Exhibition Center was officially renamed the Thomas Michael Menino Convention and Exhibition Center on Saturday in honor of Thomas Menino,...
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- Lawmakers visit 'Alligator Alcatraz' after being blockedby Jennifer Peltz and Alexandria Rodriguez on July 12, 2025 at 9:09 pm
Democratic lawmakers condemned Florida's new Everglades immigration detention center after a state-arranged visit Saturday, describing a crowded, unsanitary and bug-infested facility that officials have dubbed " Alligator Alcatraz." A Republican on the same tour said he saw nothing of the sort.
- George Santos says he's worried about his time in prisonby Mallory Wilson on July 12, 2025 at 8:58 pm
Disgraced former congressman George Santos said he's not sure he'll survive his prison stint after being convicted of fraud and identity theft.
- Osprey came back from the brink once. Now chicks are dying in nestsby Patrick Whittle and Allen G. Breed on July 12, 2025 at 7:37 pm
Stepping onto an old wooden duck blind in the middle of the York River, Bryan Watts looks down at a circle of sticks and pine cones on the weathered, guano-spattered platform. It's a failed osprey nest, taken over by diving terns.
- Young Democrats have called for a rebrand. They're vying to replace the party's old guardby Charlotte Kramon and Sejal Govindarao on July 12, 2025 at 7:36 pm
Deja Foxx celebrated her April birthday in a way most 25-year-olds don't. The extra candle meant she was now eligible to represent Arizona in Congress, and Foxx marked the occasion with a fundraiser.
- Trump administration has floated deporting third-country nationals to Africa. Here's what we knowby Monika Pronczuk on July 12, 2025 at 7:28 pm
South Sudan has accepted eight third-country deportees from the U.S. and Rwanda says it's in talk with the administration of President Donald Trump on a similar deal, while Nigeria says it's rejecting pressure to do the same.
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- Camp Mystic asked to remove buildings from government flood maps despite riskby Laura Sullivan on July 13, 2025 at 4:29 am
The data also highlights critical risks in other areas along the Guadalupe River in Kerr County, and nationwide as many Americans have a flood risk they are not aware of.
- Is the FIFA Club World Cup final a barometer of soccer's success in America?by Scott Detrow on July 12, 2025 at 9:00 pm
President Trump will be at the final game in the FIFA Club World Cup, taking place Sunday. Paul Tenorio of The Athletic talks about this moment in the culture and business of soccer in America.
- What happened when Grok praised Hitlerby Scott Detrow on July 12, 2025 at 9:00 pm
The Atlantic Writer Charlie Warzel on his new reporting about Elon Musk, Grok and why a chatbot called for a new Holocaust.
- Poland's Iga Świątek thrashes American Amanda Anisimova in Wimbledon women's finalby Alana Wise on July 12, 2025 at 6:40 pm
The Polish player emerged victorious after less than an hour of gameplay.
- Israeli settlers beat U.S. citizen to death in West Bankby Alana Wise on July 12, 2025 at 5:19 pm
A 21-year-old Florida man was beaten to death by Israeli settlers while visiting family in the West Bank.
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- Pet Talk: How to treat stray catsby Sally Cragin on July 13, 2025 at 5:55 am
DEAR PET TALK: Sometimes I see cats outside my house. Are they stray cats? Should I feed them? Perplexed DEAR PERPLEXED: Judy McDonald Reardon of Street Cat Angels, a rescue nonprofit in North Worcester county devoted to helping feral, stray, homeless, and abandoned cats find safety and a home spoke about this issue. “If a
- Pet of the Week: Wesley at Second Chance by Sally Cragin on July 13, 2025 at 5:45 am
Wesley is a warm, wonderful winning Boxer mix who previously lived with a family who had older children. He did well in that setting, and he definitely needs a quiet setting with calm and understanding humans. Currently with Second Chance, Wesley is “a smart pup who needs both mental and physical stimulation — regular walks
- Townsend’s Christ Church to host lawn party at July 17 concertby Cheryl A. Cuddahy on July 13, 2025 at 5:22 am
TOWNSEND — Christ Church Townsend will host the next lawn party, held in conjunction with the Townsend Military Band’s concert, from 7:30 until 9:30 p.m. Thursday, July 17, on the Townsend Common. Church members will be selling hamburgers, hot dogs, sausages with peppers and onions, chips, and soda. They will also offer a variety of
- Flying High Dogs to perform their frisbee tricks this weekby Cheryl A. Cuddahy on July 13, 2025 at 5:14 am
GROTON — Mike Piazza and his Flying High Dogs — Oreo, Chaos, Maui, Mojo, and Bullet — are back and ready to amaze you with their dynamo frisbee-retrieving skills at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, July 17, at Town Field, 99A Main St. “The show will feature some of the most athletic border collies on the planet
- Professor Bugman brings insect safari to Groton Public Libraryby Cheryl A. Cuddahy on July 13, 2025 at 5:04 am
GROTON — Get ready to dig into the wild world of bugs at 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 22, with Professor Bugman for his exciting Insect Safari. The event will be held in Katie’s Garden, behind the Groton Public Library, 99 Main St. Led by a real entomologist, Bryan Man, this hands-on outdoor adventure will introduce
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- Greater Lowell Tech celebrates outstanding SkillsUSA State resultsby Submitted article on July 13, 2025 at 7:39 am
TYNGSBORO — Greater Lowell Technical High School celebrated another year of outstanding achievement at the SkillsUSA Massachusetts State Leadership and Skills Conference.
- Lowell Youth Leadership Program receives Golden Torch Awardby Submitted article on July 13, 2025 at 7:24 am
The Lowell Youth Leadership Program received the Golden Torch Award from The Board of State National Honor Society (under the mantle of Massachusetts School Administrators Association) recently.
- Nashoba Tech students earn medals at State SkillsUSAby Submitted article on July 13, 2025 at 7:07 am
WESTFORD — Nine students at Nashoba Valley Technical High School captured a total of six medals at the annual SkillsUSA State Leadership and Skills Conference, held May 1-3 at the Best Western Royal Plaza Hotel in Marlboro and at Blackstone Valley Regional Vocational Technical High School in Upton.
- MCC honors students present at annual research conferenceby Submitted article on July 13, 2025 at 6:50 am
Middlesex Community College hosted the 14th annual Commonwealth Honors Program Research Conference on April 30. During the event, Middlesex honors students presented and discussed their research projects with the community.
- Flying High Dogs to perform their frisbee tricks this weekby Cheryl A Cuddahy on July 13, 2025 at 6:20 am
GROTON — Mike Piazza and his Flying High Dogs — Oreo, Chaos, Maui, Mojo, and Bullet — are back and ready to amaze you with their dynamo frisbee-retrieving skills at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, July 17, at Town Field, 99A Main St.
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