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Expansive views are part of the reward while climbing Wachusett Mountain. Photo/Sandi Barrett

Spring is an ideal time to explore Wachusett Mountain

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By Sandi Barrett Contributing Writer REGION - More than a wonderful spot to ski in winter, Wachusett Mountain State Reservation has lots to offer year-round. Springtime...
Numerous people were employed as ice cutters in the winter months to harvest the product from the region’s frozen lakes and ponds.

When ice was king in Boston

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Sharon Oliver Contributing Writer BOSTON - Nowadays, there are many things being taken for granted because they are easy to obtain. Ice is one of them....
Karen McKenzie of Shrewsbury has recorded over 400 episodes of her two television shows focused on fitness for seniors.

Shrewsbury woman helps seniors stay ‘fit for life’

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By Evan Walsh Contributing Writer SHREWSBURY – “If we’re going to live longer, why not be happier and healthier?” That question is posed by a Shrewsbury woman...
Janice Lindsay

Middle-American Comfortable

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By Janice Lindsay Contributing Writer “Mocha mousse.” Sounds luscious.  But we’re not discussing dessert. We’re talking color, the Pantone color of the year for 2025. Mocha mousse...
Track and field athlete Jon Berit of Waltham has competed in close to 200 800-meter events in his over 50 years of competition.

Waltham man has been a competitive track and field athlete for over 50 years

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By Nance Ebert Contributing Writer WALTHAM – Jon Berit started running as a kid and hasn’t slowed down yet. A competitive track and field athlete since...
Encompass Health amputee patient

Regaining independence: Fairlawn Rehabilitation Hospital’s Amputation Program helps patients thrive after limb loss

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By Steve Messineo Contributing Writer WORCESTER - Experiencing an amputation is a life-altering event, especially for individuals aged 50 and above. The journey to regain independence...
The chow mein sandwich is a beloved Fall River culinary invention, going back to its origins as a cheap, filling lunch for the city’s factory and mill workers.

The chow mein sandwich is a Fall River original

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By Sharon Oliver Contributing Writer FALL RIVER - As strange as it may sound to anyone outside the southeastern region of Massachusetts or parts of Rhode...
Lori Houlden-Girard prepares home-cooked meals out of her kitchen in Grafton for her nonprofit organization Meals That Matter.

Grafton resident provides meals that matter

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By Kristen Remillard Contributing Writer GRAFTON – Long-time Grafton resident Lori Houlden-Girard recognized a need in her community and wanted to help. It inspired her to...
Anthony’s Pier 4 restaurant on Boston’s waterfront was open for 60 years and hosted scores of celebrities over the decades. Photo/Wikimedia Commons/Dale Cruse

Reputation of Anthony’s Pier 4 restaurant remains anchored

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By Sharon Oliver Contributing Writer BOSTON - During its first 20 years of existence, Anthony’s Pier 4 restaurant attracted out-of-town celebrities and locals, including politicians and...
Marianne Lyons Delorey, Ph.D.

The graying of our prisons

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By Marianne Lyons Delorey, Ph.D. CNN reported last month that older women in Japan are occasionally getting themselves arrested in order to get into prisons...
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