Offering hope to military veterans and their families

Now in its fifth year, Project New Hope, Inc., covers a lot of ground, both in geographical regions and the multiple generations of people it serves. The nonprofit agency was formed in 2011 to provide free weekend retreats to military veterans and their families.
The iconic Spag’s discount store on Route 9 in Shrewsbury was a familiar sight for passing motorists for over 50 years. Photo/Submitted

‘Spag’s’ – a Shrewsbury retail institution for more than half a century

By Michael Perna Jr., Contributing Writer SHREWSBURY - For more than fifty years, “Spag’s” was a colorful discount store known throughout New England. The business...
Fifty Plus Advocate August 2021

Fifty Plus Advocate August 2021 Central Edition

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These days, Cindy Campbell is communications director for AARP Massachusetts.

Many Roads Lead to Success

Former TV traffic reporter Cindy Campbell is now communications director for AARP MA By Kelley Walker Perry, Contributing Writer  BOSTON – Providing accurate and timely information...
The weathered-looking red fishing shack in Rockport known as “Motif No. 1” has captured the imagination of countless artists. Photo/Richard Correale

There’s more to Rockport than its most famous building

By David Wilkening, Contributing Writer ROCKPORT - Artists paint it. Photographers shoot a picture. Everyone else just enjoys a look at it. It’s “Motif No. 1,”...

Eight great technological advances for the baby boomer generation

Not only can technology make your life easier and more fun but it also may allow you – or your loved one – to retain an independent, healthy lifestyle. Here are just eight of the many innovations now popular:

Professionals address elder bullying

Elders throughout the United States lose an estimated $2.6 billion dollars or more annually due to elder financial abuse and exploitation.
Boston’s iconic steaming kettle, now 150 years old, graces the façade of a Starbucks coffee shop in Government Center.

Boston’s steaming kettle is 150 years old

By Michael Perna Jr., Contributing Writer BOSTON - December of 2023 was the 250th anniversary of the Boston Tea Party. Last year also marked the...

Newton at Home is building a community within a community

By Jane Keller Gordon, Assistant Editor Newton - Five years ago, Nick Kaufman’s life changed in a moment, when he suffered a significant stroke.  Afterwards,...

A lifelong commitment to the military

  By Jane Keller Gordon, Assistant Editor Southborough – Chris Robbins, 74, believes that military training creates a lifelong backbone of leadership and character. “We were trained in...