Paddleboarding enthusiasts say it’s good for both the body and soul

By Peg Lopata, Contributing writer REGION - The temperatures are in the nineties. There’s hardly a breeze. You could hide out in the air conditioning,...

The Warrior Queen, the Harmonizer, the Snark, etc.

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Don’t we all know that feeling? Aren’t we all a bundle of contradictions? Don’t we all contain multitudes? Don’t we all surprise ourselves by dealing differently, at different times, with situations that seem to be alike? Don’t we sometimes make a remark that feels outrageous and wonder, “Where did that come from?”

Milford woman cleans her way into love for teaching yoga

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By Sherri Coner, Contributing Writer MILFORD - Fifteen years ago, Marsha Mancuso never predicted that cleaning supplies and curiosity would result in her becoming a...

Thoughtful planning can help a loved one deal with holiday loss

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When it comes to helping a parent — or close friend — face that first holiday season without a beloved spouse, Vicki Panagotacos, a...

The bird whisperer of Hudson

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By Jane Keller Gordon, Assistant Editor Hudson - Alan Davis recently overheard a conversation in his living room: “How are you? I’m okay,” “Are you okay?...

Boston’s ZUMIX offers news of interest to seniors

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Boston Seniors Count, a weekly radio broadcast hosted by staff members of the Massachusetts Commission on Elder Affairs, presents guests and topics of interest to seniors. It is heard each week on Wednesdays at 2 p.m. and Mondays at 9 a.m., streaming on web-based zumix.org/programs/zumix-radio, and is rebroadcast Sundays at 7:30 a.m. on WJIB 740 AM radio.

Cabaret entertainer earns Lifetime Achievement Award

By Ed Karvoski Jr., Culture Editor Arlington – New England Entertainment Digest praised Carol O’Shaughnessy as a “powerful singer, brilliant actress and zany comedienne.” A...

Marlborough Trailblazers group provides outings for active seniors

By Nance Ebert, Contributing Writer Marlborough - “The Trailblazers group is made up of seniors who work together to develop a program of activities throughout...

Seasoned—a magazine geared to older adults —led by accomplished cookbook author

By Jane Keller Gordon, Assistant Editor Cambridge - Growing up in Iowa in the 1950s, Doc (John) Willoughby had the unusual good fortune of tasting...
Energetic and outgoing RV owners can enjoy a variety of benefits in seasonal work camper or camp host jobs.

Work camping and camp host jobs offer adventure and perks

By Barbara Hazelden, Contributing Writer REGION - Visiting RV parks and campgrounds is an ideal way to enjoy the scenic beauty of Massachusetts and a...