Fresh Start Furniture Bank leaders retire early – sort of…

By Jane Keller Gordon, Contributing Writer Hudson - Retirement came early for Sue Waudby, and Geoff Schultz - except that most of the year, they...

Gould conquers Mt. Washington for 30th consecutive year

By Lori Berkey, Contributing Writer Gardner – Back in the 1980s, Jeff Gould, now 54, was in the habit of running a slew of “crazy”...

Working together to help girls power through grief

By Barbara Allen, Contributing Writer Norwell - Losing a mother at any age is a heartrending experience, but the death of a mother when a...

Strength after tragedy

After 9/11, Abington woman focuses on giving back to those in need   By Bonnie Adams, Managing Editor Abington – For Christie Coombs, the second act of...

Rev. Liz Walker’s ‘faith in fashion’ benefits PTSD healing

By Ed Karvoski Jr., Culture Editor Boston/Newton – Formerly broadcasting the news from WBZ-TV channel 4’s anchor desk, the Rev. Liz Walker is now sharing vital...

Fitness with focus

75-year-old powerlifter on record-breaking pace By David Bagdon, Publisher The word “warrior” is used a bit too lightly these days. In the world of fitness, it...

Worcester couple reflects on 50 years of love and laughter

By Bonnie Adams, Managing Editor Worcester – What is the secret to a long happy marriage? For Lillian and Donald Griffin, Sr., who have been...

Former social worker succeeds as stand-up comedian and actor

By Ed Karvoski Jr., Culture Editor Boston – Stand-up comedian and actor Tony Viveiros of Boston’s Charlestown neighborhood redirected his career path from social worker...

Congenital heart defect survivor strives to raise awareness and funds

  By Ed Karvoski Jr., Culture Editor Boston/North Grafton – Congenital heart defect (CHD) survivor Kim Edgren of North Grafton strives to raise awareness and funds...

Honored for contributions in fight against HIV/AIDS

By Ed Karvoski Jr., Culture Editor Boston – The Bayard Rustin Community Breakfast marked its 30th anniversary this past March at Boston’s John F. Kennedy...