Southborough resident Pete DePina

Southborough resident works to ensure African American military regiments are not forgotten

By Jane Keller Gordon, Assistant Editor Southborough – As a young man in 1948, Pete DePina volunteered to serve in the U.S. Army. The Southborough...

How to prepare for old age care

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Ideally, people would have long-term friends they can comfortably rely on not only for social friendship, but to assist them in time of need, especially when it comes to health emergencies.

‘I love being alive,’ says singer-actor, COVID-19 survivor Bob DiCicco

By Ed Karvoski Jr., Culture Editor Westwood – Beginning April 12, singer and actor Bob DiCicco of Westwood battled the coronavirus while hospitalized for 43...
With a bit of planning, most older individuals can remain active and safe in their RV Photo by Shutterstock

Three simple changes to your RV to help keep you safe on the road

By R. R. Fletcher, Contributing Writer In Massachusetts, RV sales topped $69.8 million in 2020, according to the RV Industry Association (RVIA), and the average age...

Shrewsbury octogenarian lives life to the fullest

Shrewsbury resident Marion Kaletski works out at Planet Fitness four times a week.   By Valerie Franchi, Contributing Writer Shrewsbury – If you are a member of...

Award-winning Revere teacher turns her punk rock youth into life lessons for students

By Brett Peruzzi, Contributing Writer REVERE - Nancy Barile teaches English to some tough kids at Revere High School, but she’s not easily shocked or...
Grooming a horse is one of the components of an equine therapy program at Windrush Farm that engages people living with dementia.

I’m Still Here engages, gives hope to people living with dementia

By Susan Gonsalves, Contributing Writer WINCHESTER – In the news, dementia is typically presented as a disease that robs you of yourself and makes you...
Wendy Mickel shows the two citations presented to her as a Commonwealth Heroine. Photo by Maureen Sullivan

State honors Wendy Mickel as Commonwealth Heroine

By Maureen Sullivan, Contributing Writer WESTBOROUGH – Wendy Mickel is enjoying retirement. In the months after she left the town clerk’s office, she renovated her longtime...
Prescription Advantage provides prescription drug coverage for Massachusetts residents who are 65 years-old and older, as well as younger people with disabilities who meet income and employment guidelines.

State program helps keep your prescription drug costs down

By Nance Ebert, Contributing Writer Prescription Advantage provides prescription drug coverage for Massachusetts residents who are 65 years-old and older, as well as younger...
The Cape Cod Rail Trail is a 25-mile paved bike and accessible walking path that runs from South Dennis to Wellfleet. Photo/Sandi Barrett

Enjoy hiking trails in Massachusetts for every fitness level

By Sandi Barrett, Contributing Writer REGION - Walking, one of the easiest and best exercises for every age and ability, is the perfect way to...