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Two large frames memorialize Marlborough’s World War I veterans and were found in the attic of the American Legion.

World War I artifacts discovered in American Legion attic

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By Cindy Zomar, Contributing Writer MARLBOROUGH - Nearly everyone can identify with the feeling of finding long-forgotten items stored in the attic. But, when the...
At MIT AgeLab in Cambridge, Governor Charlie Baker signs an Executive Order on April 17, 2017, establishing the state’s first Governor’s Council to Address Aging in Massachusetts. Photo/Lucyus Fevrier/CC BY-NC-SA 4.0

Massachusetts is reimagining aging in its communities

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By Debra Roberts, Contributing Writer The state of Massachusetts is trying to change the approach to aging in its 351 towns and cities. “We need to...
Roberto Mighty of Holden is producer and host of the new public television series “getting dot OLDER”. Photo/Celestial Media LLC

Holden producer/host documents ‘getting older’ on public television

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By Ed Karvoski Jr., Culture Editor HOLDEN – Roberto Mighty of Holden hadn’t given much thought to aging until he turned 50. That’s when eye...
The goal of Green House Project facilities like the Leonard Florence Center in Chelsea is to “create a habitat for human beings rather than facilities for the frail and elderly.” Photo/submitted

Green House Project offers an alternative to traditional nursing homes

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By David Wilkening, Contributing Writer CHELSEA - When Steve McAlilly left his Mississippi home for a Leading Age convention in Los Angeles more than two...
Superfoods include not only fruits and vegetables, but also nuts, seeds, oils, whole grains and beans.

Plant-based “superfoods” touted to prevent disease and prolong life

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By David Wilkening, Contributing Writer REGION - What are your eating habits? You are probably like most of us: a “meat and potatoes” person. You...
Queen Elizabeth II’s 1976 visit was the first time a member of the British royal family had visited Boston, where the American Revolution against English rule began.

Queen Elizabeth’s visit to Boston recalled after her passing

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By David Wilkening, Contributing Writer BOSTON - When Great Britain’s beloved and longest-reigning monarch died at the age of 96, they mourned her not just...

Mr. Handyman provides in-home solutions for those aging-in-place

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By Kathryn Acciari Contributing Writer ASHLAND – Mr. Handyman Central MetroWest is not just about fixing things and maintenance. The team there has made extra...
The remains of the Boston and Maine railroad bridge in Hudson.

Assabet River Rail Trail keeps pace with growing communities

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By Maureen Sullivan, Contibuting Writer MARLBOROUGH – To walk, to run, to bike without dealing with traffic. To enjoy the seasons, a few moments to relax,...
A trip to the RMV, once a dreaded task for many people, has been improved with the introduction of a reservation system that lessens crowding, plus many transactions can now be done online.

Registry of Motor Vehicles supports needs of older drivers

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By Sharon Longo Contributing Writer REGION – Getting your driver’s license for the first time is exciting and brings a feeling of independence. As we age,...
Tupperware home parties were the main sales channel for the popular kitchen storage product during the 1950s and 1960s.

How Earl Tupper turned one product into a household name

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By Sharon Oliver, Contributing Writer LEOMINSTER - Born in New Hampshire in 1907, Earl Tupper grew up in Central Massachusetts. During the Depression, he struggled...
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