The Winchendon Courier - Legal Notices

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Week of March 20 to March 27, 2025

Winchendon Notice Board

Winchendon PD Offering R.A.D. Class for Women

The Winchendon Police Department will be offering a R.A.D (rape aggression defense) class starting in March 2025. Free to all women.

No prior experience is needed as we will teach basic skills that can be applied by everyone.

Class size is limited to 20 so sign up early with a dispatcher at the Winchendon Police Department. Dates: March 25, 27, April 1 and 3.

Attendance to all four classes is required for successful completion. Age requirement is 14 years old accompanied by an adult/guardian with a signed permission slip.

Time: 6:00 p.m.- 9:00 p.m.

Location: The first class will be held at the Winchendon Police Department in the training room. The remaining classes will be held at the Memorial School in the gym.

Any questions can be directed to:

Officer Tracy Flagg Tflagg@townofwinchendon.com
or
Officer Jim Wironen Jwironen@townofwinchendon.com
978-297-1212

Take the TOY TOWN TROLLEY On Saturdays Beginning January 11! FREE!

Beginning on Saturday, January 11, the Toy Town Trolley will be making three circuits around Winchendon and up to the Rindge shopping areas every Saturday. Rides are FREE to all residents! This service is funded by a grant from the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) and sponsored by the Town of Winchendon, the Winchendon CAC, the Winchendon Council on Aging and the Winchendon CCAP Task Force.

NOTE: ORIGINAL SCHEDULE HAS CHANGED. Each circuit will start at Hyde Park and stop at the end of Pearl Drive, the Town Hall bus shelter, Dollar Tree Plaza, the YMCA/GFA bus shelter, CVS, the fire station bus shelter, Ipswich Drive, the end of Ready Drive, the end of Goodrich Drive and the Winchendon Community Park. From there the trolley will head up 202 (so you don't have to!) and stop to let off shoppers at Tractor Supply, Market Basket/Marshalls, Walmart and Hannaford. It then returns to Not Just Produced and Sippin' Serendipity and immediately starts its next circuit with Hyde Park. Shoppers who were let off on the first through fourth circuits can reboard the trolley for home when it returns.

The first circuit starts at Hyde Park at 9:15 a.m. and the last circuit leaves Hannaford at 2:51 p.m.

For a grid of the complete updated schedule with times, see https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/u/0/d/1E0NiGrFeB_wtjV61TCosVYm0p5g4dKQ6vExvOrI9288/htmlview. For a map of the route, see bit.ly/3W9gGYG. Printed copies are available at the Senior Center (52 Murdock Ave), Winchendon CAC/The Hub (5 Summer Dr), the Clark YMCA (155 Central St) and Not Just Produced (290 Central St).

If you have questions, concerns or suggestions, contact winchendonccap@gmail.com or call 978-297-3155.

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/home/webforms/contact-us

Applications Open for Crafts Vendors at 4th Annual Food Truck Festival

Winchendon Parks & Recreation is looking for craft vendors for our 2025 food truck festival and Battle of the Bands event. The event will be at the G.A.R. Park, 52 Murdock Ave, Winchendon on Saturday, June 28 from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. If interested, please fill out a vendor application here: https://www.eventeny.com/events/foodtruckfestivalandbattleofthebands-17886/

Applications Open for Vendor Spaces at the 2025 Fall Festival

The 9th Annual Winchendon Fall Festival, to be held on Saturday, October 11, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., is now accepting applications for vendor spaces on Central Street. Contact Nicole Roberts at nroberts@winchendon-ma.gov or 978-297-3537 with any questions or if you wish to volunteer on the day of the event. (We always need more help!) Again, we wish to express our gratitude to everyone for their continued support of this great event.

Access the application information here:

fall_festival_application_tow_2025.pdf

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 Vacancies
as of January 27, 2025

by Inanna Arthen
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.

Cultural Council - 12 vacancies
Fence Viewer and Field Driver - 1 vacancy
Finance Committee - 1 vacancy
Historical District Commission - 2 vacancies
Planning Board - 1 alternate vacancy
Winchendon Youth Ad Hoc Committee - 1 vacancy
Zoning Board of Appeals - 1 alternate 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/sites/g/files/vyhlif8401/f/uploads/july_town_boards_and_commissions.pdf (PDF).

FY2026 Budget Process

The Winchendon Public Schools Proposed Fiscal Year 2026 Annual Budget has been posted on the school and town websites for the public to review. You can read it at https://www.townofwinchendon.com/sites/g/files/vyhlif8401/f/pages/fy26_proposed_school_budget.pdf

There will be a Joint Meeting of the Board of Selectmen and Finance Committee on Monday, March 24 at 6:30 p.m. in the Town Hall 2nd floor auditorium, 109 Front St, Winchendon. The Town Manager will present the final balanced budget, and the meeting will be opened to public comment after the Boards have commented. You can read the agenda at https://www.townofwinchendon.com/board-selectmen/agenda/board-selectmen-joint-mtg-finance-committee-amended-agenda

The School Committee will hold a public hearing on the FY26 School District Budget on Tuesday, March 25 at 5:00 p.m. (note time! The regular School Committee meeting will follow at 6:00 p.m.) in the Town Hall 2nd floor auditorium, 109 Front St, Winchendon.

The Finance Committee will have a vacancy effective July 1, 2025. The duty of the Committee is to investigate the financial affairs of the town, including receipts of and expenditures by the different departments, or any Town Officer; the methods in which the town business is conducted; the general conduct of the town affairs; and all the articles in town warrants for town meetings referred to it; and, in the discharge of its duties, shall have free access to all books of accounts, books of record and all accounts, bills, and vouchers on which money has been or may be paid from the town treasury. If interested in serving on the Finance Committee, send letters of interest with your experience to ddennis@winchendon-ma.gov or mail to Town of Winchendon Attn: Debra Dennis 109 Front Street Winchendon MA 01475

Winchendon Garden Club Scholarship Applications Open

The members of the Winchendon Garden Club have appropriated $2,000 which can be awarded for scholarships in 2025. These will be awarded to residents of Winchendon who are engaged in agricultural or environmental studies (see application for details). Applications must be postmarked no later than April 30, 2025.

Complete details and an application form are at WGC-2025-scholarships.pdf.

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 Monthly Meetings by Week

Agendas, minutes and meeting recordings available on the Town website at Agendas, Minutes & Past Meetings, 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	Communications Committee 4:30pm Board of Health 6:00pm	Planning Board 6:00pm		School Committee 6:00pm
2nd	Board of Selectmen 6:30pm	Finance Committee 7:00pm	Agricultural Commission 7:00pm	Conservation Commission 6:00pm
3rd		Planning Board 6:00pm	Winchendon Redevelopment Authority 5:00pm Zoning Board of Appeals 7:00pm	School Committee 6:00pm
4th	Board of Selectmen 6:30pm

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

Employment

New Listings!

TOWN OF WINCHENDON
109 Front Street, Dept 1, Winchendon, MA 01475-1758

NON-UNION POSITION

Per Diem Parks and Recreation Support Staff (Vendor Coordinator & Administrative Tasks)

The Per Diem Parks and Recreation Support Staff position provides essential support to the Parks and Recreation Department, focusing on coordinating vendors for events and completing administrative tasks. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented, organized, and self-motivated individual who enjoys working in a dynamic environment.
Pay rate: $19.12/hour. Reports to Community Outreach Coordinator.
High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree or coursework in recreation management, event planning, or a related field preferred. Previous experience in event coordination, vendor management, or administrative support is highly desirable.
For a complete job description, see https://www.townofwinchendon.com/sites/g/files/vyhlif8401/f/pages/job_descrption_per_diem_parks_and_recreation_support_staff.pdf Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to bcroteau@winchendon-ma.gov and scunningham@winchendon-ma.gov. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

The Town of Winchendon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

TOWN OF WINCHENDON
109 Front Street, Dept 1, Winchendon, MA 01475-1758

NON-UNION POSITION

Per-Diem Television Broadcast Technician

TThe Town of Winchendon is seeking a Part-Time Broadcast Technician for the PEG Access Channel. Seeking a motivated independent worker.
Position is responsible for:
-Meeting prep, setup and breakdown
-Livestream and recording utilizing Cablecast Broadcasting system
-Setup and recording of hybrid/remote meetings utilizing Zoom software
Computer, IT and Basic Camera Operator Skills is a plus. Will train the correct individual. Ideal for a college student or person interested in modern broadcast technology.
Must be at least 18 years old. Must be able to work efficiently with town employees, including board and committee member and the general public. Meetings occur Monday through Thursday, mostly night meetings and occasionally late afternoons. This position will mainly cover Tuesday and Wednesday evenings on an as needed basis. The broadcasting of meetings is shared with another employee.
$75 per meeting minimum and increases with duration of meeting recording time over two hours.
If you are interested please submit a cover letter and resume to Christa LaTulippe, Town Manager's Office, 109 Front Street, Winchendon, MA 01475 or send an email to Clatulippe@winchendon-ma.gov

The Town of Winchendon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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.

THURDAY MARCH 13
12:10-3:13 a.m.: building checks, all secure;
1:46 a.m.: extra patrols (Citgo Lube and Repair, Water Street), checked/secure;
8:11 a.m.: investigation (Central Street), spoken to;
9:27 a.m.: sex offender registration (Walnut Street), spoken to;
9:35 a.m.: 911, mutual aid to scene (other town, Patriots Road), services rendered;
9:58 a.m.: investigation (Central Street), services rendered;
10:07 a.m.: assist citizen (Bayberry Circle), advised civil action;
10:08 a.m.: fire/mutual aid (Templeton, Patriots Road), services rendered;
10:34 a.m.: Department of Public Works, call/general (Town Farm Road @ Mill Glen Road), referred to DPW;
11:31 a.m.: harassment (Monadnock Avenue), report taken;
11:40 a.m.: MV stop (Spring Street), verbal warning;
11:51 a.m.: investigation (Water Street), services rendered;
1:28 p.m.: fire alarm (Railroad Street), services rendered;
1:52 p.m.: mutual aid to scene (other town, 549 NH Route South), services rendered;
3:56 p.m.: officer requested (Water Street), spoken to;
5:02 p.m.: property lost (Oak Street), info taken;
5:51 p.m.: officer requested (other town, Gilmore Pond Road), referred to other PD;
6:43 p.m.: officer requested (Town Farm Road), spoken to;
6:54 p.m.: 911, MV operating erratically (River Street), info taken;
7:12 p.m.: welfare check/child (address not published), spoken to;
7:21 p.m.: runaway (Front Street), unable to locate;
7:25 p.m.: assist citizen (Fairbanks Street), assisted;
7:40 p.m.: animal complaint (Mechanic Street), info taken;
7:44 p.m.: MV stop (Central Street), verbal warning;
7:53 p.m.: 911, 911 hang-up (Hale Street), no fire service necessary;
7:58 p.m.: disturbance (Central Street), report taken;
8:19 p.m.: disabled vehicle (Central Street), spoken to;
9:18 p.m.: welfare check/general (Oak Street), spoken to;

FRIDAY MARCH 14
12:17-6:17 a.m.: building checks, all secure;
12:51 a.m.: MV stop (Gardner Road), verbal warning;
1:10 a.m.: suspicious vehicle (Water Street), spoken to;
9:49 a.m.: sex offender registration (Pond Street), assisted;
9:59 a.m.: animal complaint (Mechanic Street), assisted;
10:44 a.m.: larceny (Goodrich Street), report taken;
11:49 a.m.: investigation (Pearl Drive), spoken to;
11:55 a.m.: animal complaint (West Street), referred to ACO;
1:45 p.m.: 911, ambulance needed (High Street), services rendered;
2:02 p.m.: officer requested (Linden Street), advised civil action;
2:58 p.m.: welfare check/general (Central Street), no police service necessary;
3:09 p.m.: MV accident, no injuries (Central Street), report taken;
4:33 p.m.: illegal dumping (Old Gardner Road), report taken;
4:48 p.m.: property found (Glenallen Street), info taken;
6:12 p.m.: 911, 911 call non-emergency (Main Street), no police service necessary;
6:22 p.m.: 911, officer requested (Central Street), report taken;
7:20 p.m.: ambulance needed (Ipswich Drive), removed to hospital;
7:29 p.m.: registration check (Gardner Road), no police service necessary;
7:53 p.m.: drug/narcotic violations (Oak Street), report taken;
8:36 p.m.: investigation (Oak Street), spoken to;
8:45 p.m.: ambulance needed (Elmwood Road), removed to hospital;
10:38 p.m.: info/general (Central Street), report taken;
11:33 p.m.: 911, ambulance needed (Railroad Street), removed to hospital;

Summons:
Katiana Alvarez, age 18, 56 Baker St Apt #1, Gardner MA, charged with: larceny from building.

SATURDAY MARCH 15
2:18 a.m.: extra patrols (Winchendon Community Park, Ingleside Drive), checked/secure;
2:23 a.m.: suspicious vehicle (Central Street), checked/secure;
2:28- a.m.: building checks, all secure;
2:46 a.m.: extra patrols (Railroad Street), checked/secure;
3:16 a.m.: extra patrols (Central Street), checked/secure;
6:48 a.m.: MV accident, no injuries (Main Street), report taken;
8:32 a.m.: MV operating erratically (Gardner Road), info taken;
9:28 a.m.: officer requested (Central Street), assisted;
10:16 a.m.: ambulance needed (Ipswich Drive), false alarm;
10:31 a.m.: officer requested (Beech Street), report taken;
11:18 a.m.: investigation (Mechanic Street), referred to ACO;
12:56 p.m.: assist citizen (Gardner Road), spoken to;
1:08 p.m.: info general (Monadnock Avenue), info given;
2:33 p.m.: animal complaint (Main Street), referred to other agency;
3:19 p.m.: 911, ambulance needed (other town, Winchendon Road), call cancelled;
4:20 p.m.: officer requested (Central Street), unable to locate;

5:27 p.m.: officer requested (Wendell Drive), spoken to;
5:54 p.m.: 911, ambulance needed (Maple Street), removed to hospital;
8:33 p.m.: officer requested (Oak Street), spoken to;
8:39 p.m.: 911, ambulance needed (Baldwinville State Road), removed to hospital;
8:46 p.m.: 911, MV operating erratically (Gardner Road), unable to locate;
8:51 p.m.: officer requested (other town, Green Street), spoken to;
8:57 p.m.: extra patrols (Summer Drive), secured building;

SUNDAY MARCH 16
12:47 a.m.: assist other police department (Baldwinville), assisted;
1:29 a.m.: extra patrols (Toy Town Car Wash, Water Street), checked/secure;
1:34 a.m.: extra patrols (Winchendon Community Park, Ingleside Drive), checked/secure;
1:38-3:39 a.m.: building checks, all secure;
3:10 a.m.: extra patrols (Citgo Lube and Repair, Water Street), checked/secure;
3:21 a.m.: suspicious vehicle (Spring Street), area search negative;
3:26 a.m.: suspicious vehicle (Baldwinville State Road), spoken to;
3:39 a.m.: extra patrols (Winchendon Housing Authority, Pearl Drive), checked/secure;
7:55 a.m.: assist other police department (other town, Laurel View Road), report taken;
11:01 a.m.: trespassing (Walnut Street), spoken to;
11:13 a.m.: trespass notice entry (Spring Street), info taken;
11:14 a.m.: trespass notice entry (Central Street), info taken;
12:40 p.m.: 911, ambulance needed (Hale Street), removed to hospital;
2:14 p.m.: animal complaint (Spring Circle), referred to ACO;
4:15 p.m.: fire carbon monoxide incident (Morse Avenue), services rendered;
4:51 p.m.: 911, ambulance needed (Webster Street), removed to hospital;
5:18 p.m.: suspicious person (Linden Street), spoken to;
11:28 p.m.: 911, officer requested (Baldwinville State Road), services rendered;

MONDAY MARCH 17
3:43 a.m.: extra patrols (Citgo Lube and Repair, Water Street), checked/secure;
3:48-3:57 a.m.: building checks, all secure;
4:03 a.m.: extra patrols (Winchendon Community Park, Ingleside Drive), checked/secure;
8:43 a.m.: sex offender registration (Walnut Street), info given;
10:04 a.m.: 911, unwanted party (Linden Street), report taken;
10:16 a.m.: ambulance needed (Brooks Road), call cancelled;
11:12 a.m.: 911, ambulance needed (Ipswich Drive), removed to hospital;
11:33 a.m.: officer requested (Spring Street), report taken;
11:40 a.m.: mutual aid to scene (other town, Paradise Island Road), call cancelled;
12:17 p.m. investigation (Washington Avenue), unable to locate;
12:18 p.m.: vandalism (Ingleside Drive), report taken;
12:51 p.m.: officer requested (Robbins Road), spoken to;
1:23 p.m.: officer requested (Beech Street), spoken to;
1:36 p.m.: 911, ambulance needed (Central Street), removed to hospital;
1:48 p.m.: 911, MV operating erratically (Central Street), unable to locate;
2:06 p.m.: assist other agency (School Street), spoken to;
2:13 p.m.: Department of Public Works call/general (Mill Glen Road @ Town Farm Road), referred to DPW;
3:47 p.m.: officer requested (River Street), spoken to;
4:28 p.m.: 911, fire alarm (Franklin Street), accidental/defective alarm;
6:30 p.m.: officer requested (Juniper Street), report taken;
7:31 p.m.: 911, ambulance needed (Madison Avenue), removed to hospital;
7:57 p.m.: extra patrols (Pine Street), checked/secure;
8:38 p.m.: 911, abandoned 911 call (Hospital Road), referred to other PD;
9:09 p.m.: property lost (West Street), info taken;
10:31 p.m.: traffic hazard (Spring Street), unable to locate;
10:35 p.m.: MV stop (Cottage Street), arrest;
11:41 p.m.: 911, alarm, type unknown (Weller Street), no police service necessary;

Arrests:
Kayla J Moryl, age 31, 12C Lakewood Park, Westminster, MA, charged with: OUI-liquor over 0.8%; failure to stop/yield; failure to wear seta belt.

WEDNESDAY MARCH 19
12:27-3:37 a.m.: building checks, all secure;
12:27 a.m.: info/general (Pine Street), info taken;
3:05 a.m.: investigation (Pleasant Street), checked/secure;
3:12 a.m.: investigation (Pleasant Street), checked/secure;
6:59 a.m.: Fire Department call/general (Glenallen Street), services rendered;
8:53 a.m.: MV operating erratically (Gardner Road), unable to locate;
8:56 a.m.: 911, accident (Spring Street), report taken;
12:00 p.m.: officer requested (Goodrich Drive), info taken;
12:50 p.m.: MV stop (Forristall Road), verbal warning;
1:24 p.m.: ambulance needed (Hyde Park Drive), removed to hospital;
1:44 p.m.: ambulance needed (Pleasant Street), removed to hospital;
2:46 p.m.: sex offender registration (Main Street), assisted;
4:21 p.m.: motor vehicle violations (Lakeshore Drive), assisted;

Legal Notices

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

Notice is hereby given that the Winchendon Planning Board will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 6:05pm to consider the request for a Special Permit for property identified as Hill Street, Winchendon Assessors map 5B1 Parcel 18 owned by Jenell LaChance. Special Permit request for a reduced frontage lot for construction of a single family dwelling. Said property is located in the R80-Rural Residental District. The hearing will be held in the Second Floor Auditorium of the Winchendon Town Hall, 109 Front Street. Information is available in the Winchendon Planning and Development Office. All interested persons should plan to attend. Alternative translation and accommodation for disabled persons is available by advance request by contacting the Planning & Development at least 3 days in advance.
For additional information email mmarro@townofwinchendon.com.

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 10, 2025 at 6:05 pm to consider the Request for Determination of Applicability filed by Peter and Gayle Brandt for proposed work within the 100-foot Buffer Zone to Bordering Vegetated Wetlands at 386 Lakeview Drive, Assessor's Map M15, Parcel 11. The proposed work includes refreshing of an existing beach. 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.