Keeping your options open with one call

By Alice Bonner, Ph.D, RN, FAAN Secretary, Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs Boston – One of the top questions I get in my travels around...

Key’s West offers hidden corners, enticing attractions

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There’s much to be said for traveling to Key West, Florida, in winter. It’s fun and funky, and the sun casts its warming glow on lotion-slathered bodies. However, my recent visit to the Sunshine State had a different goal. I wished to check the claim that other islands in the chain boast hidden corners and enticing attractions that many visitors miss.

Objective listeners come to the rescue

When there are a number of children involved, the siblings may find themselves at odds over how to proceed.

Discount retailer Building #19 wore its messy reputation with pride

By Sharon Oliver, Contributing Writer REGION - The discount retailer Building #19 was known just as much for its quirky comic book style signs as...
Preparing to move in your later years can feel overwhelming, but with proper planning you can save both time and reduce the stress of such a major life change.

Preparing for the challenge of moving as an older adult

By Nance Ebert, Contributing Writer REGION -  Trying to clean out an entire home to prepare for a move in your fifties, sixties and beyond...
A sweeping view of Cape Poge Wildlife Refuge on Chappaquiddick Island. Photo/Richard Cheek

Cape Poge Wildlife Refuge showcases Chappaquiddick Island’s natural beauty

By Colin McCandless, Contributing writer  Chappaquiddick Island – Nestled on Chappaquiddick Island lies a hidden gem called Cape Poge Wildlife Refuge, featuring 516 pristine acres...

After two decades, local author honors family with children’s book

By Bonnie Adams, Managing Editor Southborough - After raising her four children, Sue Wambolt pursued a number of things, including writing many features for the...

Companies courting older workers

As members of the 78 million baby boomer population retire, they are creating gaps in the workforce since there are not enough younger people to fill the positions.

Shrewsbury couple to celebrate 70th wedding anniversary

Shrewsbury – It’s been said that love knows no bounds, whether life’s challenges lie in age, health or distance; true love can conquer all. There is one such love story going on in Shrewsbury between Lawrence and Frances Laganelli, who will be celebrating their 70th wedding anniversary on June 30. Although health issues have caused both to move a little slower, their love continues to give them strength.

Phil Kittredge, a man who lives by the golden rule

By Peg Lopata, Contributing Writer Westborough - Some people are just born to do all kinds of work and to help others.  They choose careers...