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Week of March 19 to March 26, 2026

Winchendon Notice Board

Lunch is served at the Old Murdock Senior Center, 52 Murdock Ave., Winchendon, Monday through Thursday at 11:30 a.m.

On Fridays, lunch is served at The HUB, 5 Summer Drive, Winchendon, from 10:30 to 12:30 p.m. Bowling is free for seniors during this time.

Call 978-297-3155 before noon the preceding day to RSVP for lunch. Suggested donation of $3 to help cover costs.

Menu for week of March 23 - March 27, 2026:

Monday, 3/23: Turkey & gravy, mashed potato, green beans, low sodium bread, fruit.
Tuesday 3/24: Butter chicken, rice, peas & onions, pita bread, fruit.
Wednesday 3/25: Breaded fish, couscous, minestrone soup, MB bread, cookie.
Thursday 3/26: Sausage, peppers & onions, corn, roll, garden salad, apple crisp.
Friday 3/27: Egg bake, potatoes, beets, fuit loaf, yogurt, juice.

2026 Dog Licenses Available Now

2026 Dog licenses are now available at the Town Clerk's office in person, or mail check with rabies certificate to Town Clerk, 109 Front St, Dept. 3, Winchendon, MA 01475. You can also put your application in the drop box outside of Town Hall or order online on the Town Clerk's page of the town website. Cost for a Spayed/Neutered dog is $10, Non-Spayed/Non-Neutered dog is $20. Please provide valid rabies certificate.


Join the Winchendon Commission on Disability to Help Create Change!

Empowering Voices: Your role in advocacy matters
Become a part of our community and make a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities through active participation and support.

Why Join Us?
Collaborate with like-minded advocates and share your insights to inform policies that create a more inclusive sociaty for everyone.

Meetings on the first Thursday of each month at 4:30 p.m. at The HUB/Winchendon CAC, 5 Summer Drive.

If you're interested in joining or have any questions, please email winchendoncod@gmail.com.

What Winchendon offers:

  • Clark Memorial YMCA play area is fenced in and provides a playset swing. Indoor pool has an automated swim chair.
  • Winchendon History and Cultural Center provides an alternate ramp to the entrance.
  • Beals Memorial Library has a certified Autism Friendly Initiative and provides elevator access.
  • Town Hall provides elevator access.
  • Winchendon Community Park offers wheelchair accessible tables and handicap parking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility throughout the Winchendon CAC and The HUB.
  • Winchendon Public Schools provide ADA accessibility throughout the district.
  • Parent & Professional Advocacy League family support meetings held monthly.
  • Murdock Middle High School and Heywood Healthcare offer an on-site student/staff clinic at MMHS.
  • UU Church of Winchendon offers a wheelchair lift and is ADA accessible for public events, concerts and biweekly community suppers
  • Town continues ongoing grant-funded replacement and improvement of sidewalks and crossings with curb cuts and ADA accessible design
  • Town provides live CART captioning service at Annual and Special Town Meetings.
  • ...and more!
Please complete the community survey to share your needs, and consider joining the Commission! Access the survey at: https://forms.gle/vySfVpABwXKxNPSg6

Sponsor a Brick to Support Veterans' Housing!

engraved memorial veterans' brick
An example of the engraved memorial bricks
Photo by Inanna Arthen

The Massachusetts Veterans Outreach Center (MVOC) is inviting you to sponsor a brick at the Winchendon Veterans Housing expansion project in memory of a fallen veteran or to recognize the service of a soldier or veteran in your life. You can also sponsor a brick with the name of your business or organization. If you have questions about what to engrave, contact info@veterans-outreach.org.

A 4 x 8 inch brick is $100, and a 8 x 8 inch brick is $250. To order a brick, go to https://polarengraving.com/veteransoutreach?fbclid=iwy2xjawexqw1lehrua2flbqixmqabhbqcqvnybbv1-ox_1hingn_nrqnexxzbrbdl-ddvd8n_wqzevm_bzbtbwq_aem_lppmpvyzvgabseiedcw8oq


Applications Open for FY26 Senior Tax Work-Off Program

Once again this year, we are pleased to announce the Senior Work-Off program was approved at our Annual Town Meeting. This Senior Work-Off Abatement Program is allowing the Town of Winchendon the opportunity to utilize the knowledge and skills of its senior residents in exchange for credit toward the resident's property tax bill. The purpose of this program is:

To employ qualified senior citizens who will apply their earnings toward payment of a portion of their property taxes;
To increase senior citizen involvement in local government; and
To enhance municipal service by using the skills of resident senior citizens.

Qualified and income-eligible residents will accrue the Commonwealth's minimum wage per hour ($15.00 hr) toward a maximum credit of $1,100.00 per household during the fiscal year.

The criteria for this program is:

You must be 60 years old or older
Homeowner in Winchendon and occupy property
Annual income below $40,150 if single; or below $45,900 if married.

Applications for the program are now available in the Town Manager's office and on the town website at https://www.townofwinchendon.com/documentcenter/view/226, and will be accepted until the ten (10) slots are filled. There are different types of positions that are available depending on preference and qualifications of the resident and the needs of each department.

Types of past and current positions have been: Custodial services, clerical help for both School & Town, Library Aides, Senior Center Aides, Cable Station Operator, Bike Path Clean up, Painting, Light Outdoor Work and Classroom Volunteers.

Please contact the Town Manager's Office at (978) 297-5431 or ddennis@winchendon-ma.gov for more information or if you need an application mailed to you.


Questions or Concerns? Email the Town Manager!

A one-click email form has been added to the town website for all residents who would like to contact the Town Manager with concerns and questions about things happening in the community. The button is at the top of the left column of buttons under "Citizen Action Center" on the left side of the website's front page. The direct link is: https://www.townofwinchendon.com/506/QUESTIONS-COMMENTS-FOR-THE-TOWN-MANAGER


Winchendon Lions Want to Welcome You!

The Winchendon Lions meet at the Winchendon American Legion Post 193, 295 School St., downstairs hall, 7:00 p.m.

Meetings are on the third Tuesday of each month, September through June. Dues are used for all Administrative cost, which is why we can say "All money received through fundraisers go back to the community, eye research, or other natural disasters around the world!"

Feel free to join us and try it out. We would love to see you!

If you have any questions feel free to call Joni 978-297-2753. Please leave a message if no answer!

"WHERE THERE'S A NEED, THERE IS A LION"


Town Committee Monthly Meetings by Week

Agendas, minutes and meeting recordings available on the Town website at Agendas & Minutes, as well as on the pages for each Board or Committee.

Boards may cancel or change times for meetings, or add extra meetings, based on specific business at hand. Check the Town Meetings Calendar tab at https://www.townofwinchendon.com/

week MON TUE WED THUR
1st Board of Health
10:00am
Planning Board
6:00pm
Parks & Rec Commission
6:30pm
School Committee
6:00pm
2nd
Board of Selectmen
6:30pm
Finance Committee
7:00pm
Economic Development Task Force
5:30pm
Agricultural Commission
7:00pm
Conservation Commission
6:00pm
3rd Winchendon Redevelopment Authority
5:00pm
Planning Board
6:00pm
Parks & Rec Commission
6:30pm
Zoning Board of Appeals
7:00pm
School Committee
6:00pm
4th Board of Selectmen
6:30pm
Economic Development Task Force
5:30pm

Recordings of town meetings may be viewed on the new "Winchendon TV" website. Most meeting videos are posted within a day or two of the meeting.
https://winchendon.cablecast.tv/CablecastPublicSite/?site=1%C2%A0%C2%A0



Winchendon Looking for Candidates for the Board of Registrars

The Town of Winchendon is looking for a Registrar. The duties include certifying nomination papers, absentee ballot applications, and petitions. Occasionally a Registrar assists with voter registration. As a member of the Board of Registrars, you're not allowed to serve on any boards or committees or be a poll worker. If there is ever a recount, the Registrars oversee it. This is a stipend position which currently pays $240.00. If interested send a letter of interest to Debra Dennis at ddennis@winchendon-ma.gov or mail to Town of Winchendon, Attn: Debra Dennis, 109 Front Street, Winchendon, MA 01475.


Open Burning Season January 15 to May 1

The Open Burning Season runs from January 15 through May 1. Residents must get a seasonal permit for the current year from the Fire Department before they burn. A permit is $10.00. Residents must also call the Fire Department at 978-297-6346 after 9:00 a.m. each day that they plan a burn, and get permission for that day. Burning may not be allowed on days with high-risk fire conditions.

Fires should consist of only brush and forest debris. Burning of grass, hay, leaves, stumps, tires, rubbish, building material or construction debris is prohibited. Be sure to check the weather and wind conditions. NEVER LEAVE A FIRE UNATTENDED.

For more information and to get a permit, see www.winchendonfire.org/open-burning


Vacancy on Winchendon Redevelopment Authority

The Winchendon Redevelopment Authority has a member vacancy. If you are interested, please reach out to ddennis@winchendon-ma.gov by February 2, 2026. For more information on the Winchendon Redevelopment Authority, including its members, mission statement and meeting times, see www.townofwinchendon.com/410/Winchendon-Redevelopment-Authority.

Toy Town Trolley Now Running Later on Saturdays!

We've expanded service hours to help more Winchendon residents--especially those in need of transportation to warming centers, shelters, and essential services.

New Saturday Hours are 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Book ahead! Saturday rides must be scheduled by 3:00 p.m. on Friday.

Door-to-door rides within Winchendon are available for:

  • Medical appointments
  • Grocery shopping
  • Shelter and warming center access
  • Pharmacy trips
  • And more
  • Call (978) 297-3155 or email communityconnector@winchendon-cac.org.

    Prefer to book with your phone? Download the Community Connector app at https://www.townofwinchendon.com/577/Get-the-App

    Let your neighbors know! This expanded schedule helps ensure safe, reliable transportation for those who need it most--especially during colder weather.


    Board of Health Members Needed

    The Board of Health is seeking qualified members to fill recent vacancies.

    If you are a registered voter of Winchendon, please consider sending in your letter of interest to serve on this very important Board. This term will run only until the next Town Election in May, 2026.

    Please send in your letter of interest by 12:00 noon on Monday, July 21, 2025 to Debra Dennis, DDennis@winchendon-ma.gov, Executive Assistant, Town Manager's Office 109 Front Street.

    Duties & Responsibilities
    Winchendon has a five member Board of Health who work along with a Health Agent and Health Inspector. According to various statutes in the Massachusetts General Laws, the Board of Health is responsible for inspecting, licensing and enforcing regulations for recreational camps, food establishments, indoor ice rinks, public swimming pools, tanning facilities, body art establishments, and public lodging facilities. The Board is also responsible for enforcement of state regulations regarding housing as well as the disposal of solid waste and subsurface sanitary sewage disposal (Title V).


    Shop Small, Shop Local in 2025!

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    Click here to download a printable PDF of the Small Business Saturday Winchendon shopping map!


    Need a Ride?

    Check out these transportation services and resources available through the Winchendon Community Connection and Access Project

    • Rides available as far as Worcester for medical appointments, shopping, recreation, employment and more!
    • All residents can get a ride. Priority is given to Senior Citizens and residents with disabilities.
    • Most rides are FREE through MART or at a low suggested donation to the Winchendon Senior Center.
    • Wheelchair accessible vehicles available.
    Request a ride over the phone by calling 978-297-3155, Monday-Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Saturdays 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

    Request a ride online at www.winchendon-cac.org

    Request a ride in person at the Winchendon Senior Center, 52 Murdock Ave, Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., or the Winchendon CAC, 5 Summer Dr, Wednesday to Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

    If you have questions, reach out to winchendonccap@gmail.com or call 978-297-3155.

    Let us help you get where you need to go!


    Town Committee Vacancies
    as of October 27, 2025


    If you'd like to be an active participant in decision-making and management for your community, consider joining a town committee or board. There are a number of vacancies currently open.

    Agricultural Commission - 1 vacancy, 3 alternate vacancies
    Board of Health - 1 vacancy
    Communication Committee - 1 vacancy
    Cultural Council - 12 vacancies
    Fence Viewer and Field Driver - 1 vacancy
    Historical District Commission - 1 alternate vacancy
    Parks & Recreation Commission - 1 vacancy
    Planning Board - 1 vacancy Winchendon Commission on Disabilities - 1 vacancy
    Zoning Board of Appeals - 1 vacancy

    If you'd like more information about any of these positions or are interested in being considered for an appointment, contact the Town Manager's office at 978-297-0085, or send a letter of interest to ddennis@winchendon-ma.gov or Town Manager, 109 Front Street Dept. 1, Winchendon MA 01475.

    For a description of each board or committee, see: https://www.townofwinchendon.com/DocumentCenter/View/440/Selectmen-Appointed-Boards-and-Committees-July-2024-PDF (PDF).


    Employment

    New Listings!

    WINCHENDON FIRE DEPARTMENT
    405 Central Street
    Winchendon, MA 01475-1758

    FIREFIGHTER / MEDIC
    Full-Time Position

    • Starting pay according to Local 4542 Contract, $31.48-$32.87
    • 24-hour shifts (7:00 a.m.- 7:00 a.m.)
    • 2 ALS/BLS Ambulances
    • Over 2,400 Emergency Calls Annually
    • FF I/II and Paramedic Certifications preferred but not required
    • Rotating schedule and great benefits
    Apply online at winchendonfire.org

    Or apply to:
    Winchendon Fire Department
    Attn: Chief Thomas Smith
    405 Central Street
    Winchendon, MA 01475
    978-297-2324

    POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED


    Winchendon Police Blotter

    Editor's Note: The information contained in this police log was obtained through public documents kept by the police department, and is considered to be the account of the police. All subjects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Police agencies can no longer print the names of people who are arrested or charged with domestic assault related charges. The new law is designed to protect victims, so they are not re-victimized through indirect identification.

    THURSDAY MARCH 12
    12:30 a.m.: extra patrols (Beech Street), checked/secure;
    12:58 a.m.: extra patrols (Winchendon Community Park, Ingleside Drive), no cause for complaint;
    1:02-1:52 a.m.: building checks, all secure;
    1:07 a.m.: extra patrols (Railroad Street), no cause for complaint;
    6:04 a.m.: 911, hang-up (Mill Glen Road), spoken to;
    8:15 a.m.: arrest (Jaffrey NH, Stratton Road), arrest;
    9:41 a.m.: 911, smoke (Pearl Street), services rendered;
    10:16 a.m.: Fire Department call/general (Phyllis Road), services rendered;
    10:28 a.m.: fraud (other town, Rte 119), referred to other PD;
    10:47 a.m.: illegal dumping (North Ashburnham Road), report taken;
    10:50 a.m.: Section 12 (address not published), assisted;
    12:56 p.m.: sex offender registration (Mellen Road), info taken;
    1:00 p.m.: investigation (Memorial Drive), report taken;
    3:10 p.m.: info/general (Northern Heights Drive), spoken to;
    4:02 p.m.: info/general (Leominster, Cumberland Road), info taken;
    4:30 p.m.: 911, ambulance needed (Central Street), removed to hospital;
    5:10 p.m.: 911, animal rescue (Orange, East Road), referred to other agency;
    5:27 p.m.: info/general (other town, Bayberry Hill Road), spoken to;
    7:24 p.m.: drug/narcotic violations (Central Street), report taken;
    7:53 p.m.: MV stop (Glenallen Street), spoken to;
    8:02 p.m.: MV stop (Gardner Road), written warning;
    8:36 p.m.: MV stop (Central Street), written warning;
    8:54 p.m.: 911, unwanted party (Maple Street), unwanted subject/party removed;
    9:18 p.m.: 911, ambulance needed (Pearl Drive), referred to other agency;
    9:51 p.m.: 911, fire alarm (Alger Street), services rendered;
    11:05 p.m.: traffic hazard (Alger Street @ Main Street), referred to other agency;

    Arrests:
    William Pinkham Jr, age 28, 22 Stratton Rd Apt #1, Jaffrey, NH, charged with: violation of abuse prevention order.

    FRIDAY MARCH 13
    12:32 a.m.: extra patrols (Winchendon Community Park, Ingleside Drive), no cause for complaint;
    12:42- a.m.: building checks, all secure;
    2:30 a.m.: extra patrols (Winchendon Housing Authority, Pearl Drive), no cause for complaint;
    2:33 a.m.: suspicious vehicle (Central Street), spoken to;
    6:07 a.m.: 911, ambulance needed (Cardinal Lane), removed to hospital;
    6:20 a.m.: MV stop (Gardner Road), verbal warning;
    7:53 a.m.: investigation (Central Street), report taken;
    9:00 a.m.: assist citizen (Central Street), property returned to owner;
    10:36 a.m.: larceny (Spruce Street), report taken;
    11:41 a.m.: Department of Public Works call/general (South Royalston Road), referred to DPW;
    11:48 a.m.: assist other police department (School Street), assisted;
    2:35 p.m.: 911, accident (School Street), report taken;
    3:07 p.m.: officer requested (River Street), checked/secure;
    3:29 p.m.: MV stop (Spring Street @ Cross Street), verbal warning;
    3:42 p.m.: MV stop (Baldwinville State Road), verbal warning;
    3:53 p.m.: MV stop (Spring Street @ Cross Street), verbal warning;
    5:08 p.m.: dog bite (North Royalston Road), referred to ACO;
    7:04 p.m.: MV stop (Spring Street @ Lake Street), verbal warning;
    7:05 p.m.: MV stop (Front Street), verbal warning;
    7:18 p.m.: 911, fire alarm (Summer Drive), call cancelled;
    7:20 p.m.: MV stop (Spring Street @ Glenallen Street), verbal warning;
    7:25 p.m.: MV stop (Gardner Road), written warning;
    7:27 p.m.: suspicious vehicle (Spring Street), spoken to;
    7:38 p.m.: MV stop (Baldwinville State Road), verbal warning;
    7:43 p.m.: MV stop (Spring Street @ Glenallen Street), verbal warning;
    7:50 p.m.: accident (High Street), report taken;
    7:52 p.m.: MV stop (Central Street), verbal warning;
    8:04 p.m.: MV stop (Water Street), verbal warning;
    8:21 p.m.: MV stop (Summer Street), traffic citation issued;
    8:23 p.m.: officer requested (Central Street), report taken;
    8:35 p.m.: MV stop (Central Street), verbal warning;
    8:43 p.m.: MV stop (Walnut Street), verbal warning;
    9:24 p.m.: MV operating erratically (Spring Street), unable to locate;
    9:27 p.m.: road rage (Gardner Road), spoken to;
    9:57 p.m.: MV stop (Gardner Road), summons;

    SATURDAY MARCH 14
    2:00-4:11 a.m.: building checks, all secure;
    2:02 a.m.: extra patrols (Mathieu Ford Dealership, Spring Street), checked/secure;
    3:33 a.m.: suspicious vehicle (Webster Street @ Jackson Avenue), traffic citation issued;
    4:10 a.m.: extra patrols (Brooks Automative Garage, Grove Street), checked/secure;
    5:51 a.m.: 911, ambulance needed (Brooks Road), removed to hospital;
    7:00 a.m.: animal complaint (Lakeshore Drive), referred to ACO;
    8:31 a.m.: Fire Department call/general (Main Street), services rendered;
    10:54 a.m.: sex offender registration (Walnut Street), assisted;
    1:26 a.m.: assault (Grove Street), report taken;
    1:31 p.m.: ambulance needed (Grove Street), report taken;
    1:52 p.m.: open door/window/gate (Central Street), services rendered;
    2:13 p.m.: 911, accident (Spring Street), report taken;
    2:23 p.m.: investigation (Spruce Street), spoken to;
    2:27 p.m.: officer requested (East Monomonac Road), spoken to;
    3:11 p.m.: 911, ambulance needed (North Street), removed to hospital;
    3:50 p.m.: mental health issue (address not published), removed to hospital;
    4:38 p.m.: MV stop (Central Street), summons;
    5:07 p.m.: 911, suicide threats (address not published), removed to hospital;
    6:21 p.m.: assist other police department (Bosworth Road), call cancelled;
    7:18 p.m.: property found (bike path), info taken;
    9:24 p.m.: 911, ambulance needed (North Central Street), removed to hospital;

    Summons:
    Jonah Rey Medina, age 22, 250 Baldwinville State Rd Apt # 8, Winchendon, MA, charged with: operating MV with suspended license.

    SUNDAY MARCH 15
    12:01 a.m.: 911, ambulance needed (Central Street), removed to hospital;
    2:01-2:28 a.m.: building checks, all secure;
    2:22 a.m.: suspicious vehicle (School Street), checked/secure;
    9:36 a.m.: MV stop (Spring Street), written warning;

    9:53 a.m.: MV stop (Baldwinville State Road), written warning;
    10:23 a.m.: assist other agency (Beaman Court), services rendered;
    10:39 a.m.: transport (Brown Street), transport;
    10:40 a.m.: lock-out vehicle (Eagle Road), services rendered;
    10:54 a.m.: 911, larceny (Central Street), report taken;
    11:11 a.m.: property damage (Northern Heights Drive), report taken;
    1:41 p.m.: 911, ambulance needed (Cottage Street), removed to hospital;
    2:36 p.m.: info/general (Gardner Road), info taken;
    5:25 p.m.: officer requested (South Royalston Road), spoken to;
    5:47 p.m.: suspicious person (Water Street @ High Street), spoken to;
    6:29 p.m.: 911, MV operating erratically (Gardner Road), referred to other P.D.;
    6:42 p.m.: officer requested (Lunenburg, Boucher Road), advised officer;
    8:39 p.m.: investigation (West Street), services rendered;
    8:42 p.m.: missing person (Walnut Street), report taken;
    10:22 p.m.: investigation (Mechanic Street), spoken to;
    10:31 p.m.: MV stop (School Street), written warning;

    Summons:
    Kenneth J Laraba, age 47, 26 Northern Heights Dr, Winchendon, MA, charged with: malicious destruction of property -$1200, c266 §127.

    MONDAY MARCH 16
    12:48-3:52 a.m.: building checks, all secure;
    12:51 a.m.: extra patrols (Winchendon Community Park, Ingleside Drive), no cause for complaint;
    1:04 a.m.: extra patrols (Winchendon Mini Storage, Gardner Road), checked/secure;
    1:05 a.m.: extra patrols (Countryside Motel, Spring Street), checked/secure;
    8:12 a.m.: sex offender registration (Walnut Street), assisted;
    9:57 a.m.: assist other agency (Holly Drive), assisted;
    1:24 p.m.: MV stop (Spring Street), written warning;
    3:10 p.m.: officer requested (Memorial Drive), spoken to;
    3:23 p.m.: info/general (Lunenburg, Boucher Road), spoken to;
    3:27 p.m.: assault (Pond Street), report taken;
    3:30 p.m.: ambulance needed (North Royalston Road), removed to hospital;
    3:46 p.m.: private property tow (Pond Street), spoken to;
    4:20 p.m.: animal complaint (Maple Street), unable to locate;
    7:13 p.m.: 911, intoxicated person (other town, Winchendon Road), call cancelled;
    8:05 p.m.: officer requested (Spruce Street), spoken to;
    8:20 p.m.: custody dispute (Metcalf Street), returned to home or family;
    9:24 p.m.: Fire Department call/general (Winter Street), assisted;
    10:05 p.m.: disabled vehicle (Forristall Road), no police service necessary;
    10:20 p.m.: traffic enforcement (Elmwood Road @ Forristall Road), checked/secure;
    11:40 p.m.: burglar alarm (Front Street), checked/secure;
    11:55 p.m.: MV stop (Spring Street), verbal warning;

    TUESDAY MARCH 17
    12:40 a.m.: tree down (Forristall Road), removed traffic hazard;
    1:17 a.m.: suspicious (other) (Krantz Road), area search negative;
    1:33- a.m.: building checks, all secure;
    2:38 a.m.: tree down (Mill Glen Road @ Eli Drive), report taken;
    3:00 a.m.: tree down on wires (Hitchcock Road), referred to other agency;
    3:22 a.m.: tree down (Alger Street), referred to DPW;
    3:39 a.m.: tree down on wires (Rice Road), services rendered;
    3:41 a.m.: tree down (West Street), removed traffic hazard; 3:47 a.m.: tree down on wires (Stoddard Road), services rendered;
    4:38 a.m.: tree down (Ash Street), referred to DPW;
    6:15 a.m.: tree down (North Ashburnham Road), referred to DPW;
    8:33 a.m.: burglary / breaking & entering (Mechanic Street), report taken;
    8:47 a.m.: investigation (Maynard Street), services rendered;
    8:47 a.m.: investigation (Spruce Street), services rendered;
    9:22 a.m.: investigation (Grove Street), services rendered;
    10:13 a.m.: 911, 911 hang-up (Central Street), 911 non-emergency call;
    10:17 a.m.: ambulance needed (Vaine Street), remobed to hospital;
    11:52 a.m.: 911, MV operating erratically (Glenallen Street), unable to locate;
    12:08 p.m.: registration check (Central Street @ Maple Street), info given;
    12:18 p.m.: 911, MV operating erratically (Spring Street), advised officer;
    12:19 p.m.: 911, welfare check/general (Spring Circle), spoken to;
    12:28 p.m.: harassment (Ash Street), report taken;
    2:12 p.m.: 911, suicide threats (Brown Street), spoken to;
    3:47 p.m.: motor vehicle violations (Winchendon), advised officer;
    4:03 p.m.: info/general (Central Street), spoken to;
    4:45 p.m.: civil complaint (Spring Street), spoken to;
    4:48 p.m.: assault (River Street), spoken to;
    6:20 p.m.: mutual aid, cover station (Fitzwilliam NH, Church Street), call cancelled;
    6:49 p.m.: burglar alarm (Front Street), checked/secure;
    7:39 p.m.: suspicious vehicle (Pond Street), spoken to;
    7:51 p.m.: 911, 911 hang-up (Eagle Road), spoken to;
    9:33 p.m.: 911, disabled vehicle (Gardner Road), spoken to;
    11:57 p.m.: death notification (Monadnock Avenue), spoken to;

    WEDNESDAY MARCH 18
    12:45-2:15 a.m.: building checks, all secure;
    1:26 a.m.: extra patrols (Winchendon Community Park, Ingleside Drive), no cause for complaint;
    1:34 a.m.: suspicious vehicle (Central Street), checked/secure;
    5:14 a.m.: MV stop (Gardner Road), verbal warning;
    5:30 a.m.: 911, ambulance needed (Mill Street), removed to hospital;
    5:42 a.m.: info/general (Happy Hollow Road), info taken;
    5:59 a.m.: info/general (Spruce Street), info taken;
    8:46 a.m.: larceny (Ready Drive), report taken;
    1:32 p.m.: officer requested (Townwide), spoken to;
    2:13 p.m.: Fire Department call/general (Highland Street), referred to ACO;
    3:09 p.m.: info/general (Highland Street), referred to ACO;
    3:10 p.m.: warrant of apprehension (Pond Street), report taken;
    3:20 p.m.: info/general (Spring Circle), spoken to;
    7:03 p.m.: neighbor dispute (Ipswich Drive), unable to locate;
    7:06 p.m.: property found (Central Street), property seized;
    7:50 p.m.: officer requested (Mill Street), arrest;
    8:07 p.m.: 911, suspicious person (Central Street), unable to locate;
    8:52 p.m.: disabled vehicle (Gardner Road), gone on arrival;
    Arrests:
    Jesse M Benson, age 38, 12 Mill St Apt #3, Winchendon, MA, charged with: assault with a dangerous weapon.

    Legal Notices

    Town of Winchendon
    109 Front Street
    Winchendon, Massachusetts 01475-1758
    Town of Winchendon
    Board of Selectmen
    PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

    Notice is hereby given that the Board of Selectmen Will hold a public hearing on Monday, March 23, 2026 at 6:30pm to consider the request for an amendment to an existing Flammable and Combustible Liquid Storage License submitted by Nitant Rival at the property located at 16 Main Street, Winchendon, MA 01475 identified as Winchendon Assessors Map 5131 Parcel 39. The amendment request is for removal and installation of new underground fuel storage tanks per Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 148, Section 13. The hearing will be held in the 2nd Floor Auditorium of the Winchendon Town Flail, 109 Front Street. Information is available in the Town Managers Office. All interested persons should plan to attend. Alternative translation and accommodations are available by advance request by contacting the Town Managers Office at least 3 days in advance.
    BY: Andrew Beauvais, Chair
    Town of Winchendon, Board of Selectmen


    Town of Winchendon
    109 Front Street
    Winchendon, Massachusetts 01475-1758
    Zoning Board of Appeals
    PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

    Notice is hereby given that the Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a PUBLIC HEARING on Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 7:05pm to discuss the application for a Variance submitted by owner NR Gifford Trust for 85 Island Road (Also known as Assessors Map M2 Parcel 2) Winchendon, MA 01475. Variance request to allow for reconfiguration of two lots for installation of a code compliant septic system per section 300-7.2. of the Winchendon Zoning Bylaws. Said property is located in a R40 - Suburban Residential Neighborhood in the LMOD (Lake Monomonac Overlay District) The hearing will be held in the Second Floor Auditorium at Town Hall - 109 Front St., Winchendon, MA 01475. All interested persons should plan to attend. Alternative translation and accommodation for disabled persons is available by advance request.


    LEGAL NOTICE
    TOWN OF WINCHENDON
    Public Hearing - Monday, March 23, 2026
    6:30 PM in the Winchendon Town Hall, Second Floor,
    109 Front Street, Winchendon, MA 01475
    Proposed FY 2026 CDBG Application

    The Winchendon Board of Selectmen will conduct a Public Hearing on March 23, 2026, at 6:30 PM in Winchendon Town hall, 109 Front Street, Winchendon, MA regarding a proposed FY2026 application by the Town of Winchendon to the Massachusetts Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities for up to $950,000 in Community Development Block Grant funds. The projects under consideration include:
    * Beech Street Infrastructure Improvements Phase II
    * Additional projects may be discussed and may be included in the grant application.
    If awarded, the Town of Winchendon will be responsible for administration of the giant program, with assistance from the Pioneer Valley Planning Commission.
    All persons with questions or comments regarding the grant application will have an opportunity to be heard. Persons who require accommodations to attend the hearing should contact the Town at (978) 297-0085 several days prior to the hearing. Those unable to attend can send written comments to Nicole Roberts, Winchendon Land Use & Planning Coordinator. 109 Front Street, Winchcndon, MA 01475 or Sarah Maroney, Senior Planner, Pioneer Valley Planning Commission at 60 Congress Street, Springfield, MA 01104, or smaroney@pvpc.org


    Town of Winchendon
    109 Front Street
    Winchendon, Massachusetts 01475-1758
    Legal Notice
    Winchendon Conservation Commission

    Pursuant to the provisions of M.G.L. Chapter 131, Section 40, and the Town of Winchendon Wetlands Protection Bylaw, the Winchendon Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing on Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 6:05 pm to consider the Request for Notice of Intent filed by Jonathan Lewandowski applicant for Beachview Drive identified as, Assessor's Map M15, Parcel spillway area. The proposed work includes installation of a new stainless steel, dual leaf weir gate for the Main Dam outlet at Lake Monomonac within the 100 foot buffer zone. The hearing will be held in the Second Floor Auditorium at Town Hall - 109 Front St., Winchendon, MA 01475. Alternative translation and accommodation for disabled persons is available by advance request.
    For additional information email mmarro@townofwinchendon.com.


    Obituaries

    Carrie Marie Fitzpatrick

    CARRIE MARIE FITZPATRICK
    July 1, 1949 ~ March 10, 2026 (Age 76)

    With profound sadness, we announce Carrie Marie Fitzpatrick, who, on March 10, 2026, went to heaven. She was born July 1st, 1949, in Winchendon, MA, to the late Freeman Ball and Mary (McIntire) Ball. She resided most of her life between Winchendon and Baldwinville.

    Carrie spent her working years in the heart of the manufacturing industry, pouring the same dedication and hard work into her job as she did into her family and her beloved animal companions. In her later years, she dedicated herself to taking care of her sister, and her mother before she passed. At one point in her life, she had a little farm that she loved tending to. During her lifetime, she has had a variety of pets, from a monkey to a donkey to emus and everything in between. One of her absolute favorite hobbies was fishing. It gave her a great deal of peace. May she get that big lunker.

    Carrie leaves her first husband, whom she had three children with, James P Cutting Sr. of Phillipston, her children, James P. Cutting Jr. and his girlfriend Kelly Logue of Baldwinville, John Cutting and his wife Cassandra Cutting of Baldwinville, Sarah Harris and her husband Robert Harris of Jaffrey NH, A brother Doug Ball of Gardner, and a sister Clarice Monette of Baldwinville. She leaves one grandson, Jack Cutting, and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her second husband, John Fitzpatrick.

    A private celebration of life will be held at a later date. We invite you to leave memories and upload photos of Carrie to the memorial page as a tribute to her life. In lieu of flowers please donate to Ahimsa Animal Rescue in Winchendon, MA in her memory.

    Alfred May Jr

    ALFRED "CHUCK" MAY, JR.
    January 20, 1945 ~ March 9, 2026 (Age 81)

    Alfred "Chuck" May, affectionately known as Chuckie, passed away in his home on the 9th of March, 2026. Born on the 20th of January, 1945, in Winchendon, MA, Chuck spent his entire life in the town. He was a loyal son of Winchendon, a reliable friend, and a steadfast caretaker of his elderly parents and cherished camp.

    Chuck spent his teen years working in the family sawmill alongside his father and uncle, progressing to his uncle's Texaco station in his late teens then a building supply store where his outstanding work performance won him a paid trip to Puerto Rico. He spent the remainder of his working years at the American Legion in Winchendon, retiring in 2004 as a maintenance tech. Chuckie enjoyed spending his Saturday afternoons taking his two daughters, Kim and Amy, niece Wendy, and nephew Brian on the snowmobile and sled to his camp, a place that held a special place in his heart. As a humble man, he found personal satisfaction in quietly doing things for others around camp, never needing recognition. Dad loved telling his daughters stories about the time he did this or that and reminiscing with camp family about stories of yesteryear. Chuckie would remember vast details and facts about the stories he told. Dad loved to spend Sunday afternoons cooking boiled dinners or steaks on the grill proceeded by a nap while taking care of his daughters on weekends in their younger years. In Chuckie's younger years, he was an active member of the Ridge Runners snowmobile club and enjoyed snowmobile trips to New Hampshire and Maine or trips to the Winchendon Rod and Gun Club. Chuckie also had a passion for repurposing metal, wood, and anything in between, a testament to his thrifty nature and upbringing.

    What mattered most to Chuckie was his family. He was a devoted father supporting his daughters in their endeavors and grandfather who cherished spending time with his grandsons telling stories of his childhood and making or fixing projects. He enjoyed puttering around his home, raking leaves and pine needles at camp and the Cape, spending time grooming the beach at camp, and having a cigarette under the beach pine tree while talking with friends. Chuckie also traveled to TN with his mother and found more puttering opportunities at his daughter Kim's home. Time spent telling stories around the campfires or under the beach pine tree with lifelong, multigenerational camp family was dearly treasured as was passing out dum-dum lollipops to the children at camp. He was a dedicated caregiver for both his mother and father in their final years, spending every evening with his mother at the nursing home. He was preceded in death by his parents, Alfred C. May Sr. and Lucille V. (Burgess) May, his brother John May, and his granddaughter Alexandria E. Bradley. He is survived by his two daughters Kim Bradley of Springfield, TN and Amy Bogue of S. Chatham, MA, his grandsons Forrest (Bethany) Bogue of San Diego CA, Brian Bogue (partner Katherine Valenzuela) of Warwick RI and their son-Chuckie's great-grandson, Benjamin, and grandson Cameron Bradley of Springfield, TN, his sister Jean LaValley of West Palm, FL, sister-in-law Jeanne May of Gardner, MA, many nieces, nephews, and extended family, and his grand-dog Buddy.

    In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Henry Heywood Healthcare cardiac care outpatient center.

    Please take a moment to share your memories, stories, and photographs of Chuck below. His story is far from over, as the memories he created will continue to live on in the hearts of those who loved him.

    Stone-Ladeau Funeral Home, 343 Central St., Winchendon, MA is assisting with Chuck's care.