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68% of family caregivers provide financial support to a loved one.

10 important financial tips for caregivers

By R. R. Fletcher, Contributing Writer REGION - Americans spend roughly $190 billion per year on their care recipients for out-of-pocket expenses. Closer to home, according to AARP, over...
From late September to late October, Massachusetts and the other New England states offer beautiful fall foliage for visitors to enjoy.

Beautiful Spots for Fall Foliage Viewing in New England

By Sandi Barrett, Contributing Writer REGION - It's time for a perfect fall getaway. With gorgeous foliage just a short road trip away, New England...
The championship-winning 1973 football team gather on Dec. 1, 50 years after defeating East Longmeadow to win the Super Bowl and finish undefeated. (Photo/Evan Walsh)

Algonquin’s championship-winning football team returns to campus 50 years later

By Evan Walsh, Contributing Writer NORTHBOROUGH – They’re known as the Algonquin Titans, but Richard ‘Dick’ Walsh is perhaps the titan of Algonquin. The 92-year-old Northborough...
Half of Americans report problems with sleeplessness, and some find sleeping in a recliner chair can help with that and other health issues.

Sleeping in a chair has become a solution for people with some health problems

By David Wilkening Contributing Writer REGION - Going to sleep sounds simple. But it’s not if you’ve ever had insomnia. But that’s only one reason why...
Podiatrist Dr. Anthony Tickner and his team at Associated Foot Specialists provide quick, convenient care to patients with foot problems.

Patients experience innovative treatment and quick response at Associated Foot Specialists

By Kathryn Acciari, Contributing Writer HOLDEN – Podiatrist Dr. Anthony Tickner is committed to supporting the health of the community. With three offices in Central...

Chelmsford prepares for 50th Fourth of July Art Festival

Roberta Witts, president of the Chelmsford Art Society Photos/submitted By Ed Karvoski Jr., Culture Editor Chelmsford – After the Chelmsford Art Society (CAS) was founded in...
Harmesh Sharma stands near downtown Westborough wearing his powerlifting medals.

77-year-old powerlifter marks major milestone

By Dakota Antelman, Contributing Writer WESTBOROUGH - Westborough resident Harmesh Sharma is 77 years old and a power lifting champion. Indeed, Sharma recently won his age...
Just watching someone else laugh can boost your mood, stimulating the emotion and reward centers of the brain. Photo/submitted

Humor offers benefits to feeling better and improving outlook

By Colin McCandless, Contributing Writer     REGION - Laughter is the best medicine as the old adage goes, but maybe there is really something to humor...
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,”...

Bill Rodgers – marathon legend

By Janice Elizabeth Berte Bill Rodgers is best known as one of the all-time top marathoners in the world. He won the Boston and New...