The first subway car in Boston entered the Boylston Street tunnel on Sept. 1, 1897.

Recent issues overshadow Boston subway system’s long history

By David Wilkening, Contributing Writer BOSTON – The MBTA has had its share of bad news in the past couple of years, but recent accomplishments...
As Harvard University’s 2023 Hasty Pudding Woman of the Year, actress Jennifer Coolidge led a parade through Harvard Square in Cambridge on February 4. Photo/Jon Chase/Harvard University

It’s been a long road to ‘The White Lotus’ for Jennifer Coolidge

By Brett Peruzzi, Managing Editor NORWELL – One of Jennifer Coolidge’s first acting roles was as Auntie Em, with a total of two lines, in...
Dancing has been shown to improve physical fitness, may also help to lower blood glucose and cholesterol levels, and the social aspect can lead to better emotional well-being.

Dance your way to fitness and friendship

By Sharon Longo, Contributing Writer REGION - Whether it’s a memory of a class, a crowded nightclub, or a relative’s wedding, we’ve probably all danced...
Legumes like beans, lentils and chickpeas are good high-fiber foods that promote gut health and regularity.

Regularity is all about keeping things moving

By Nance Ebert, Contributing Writer REGION - There are many strategies that can help with your digestion and regularity. To keep things moving, it is...
Drugstores like Walgreens offer hearing aids, but depending on the store, selection and assistance may be limited. Photo/Debbie Spingarn

Over-the-counter hearing aids offer savings but also challenges

By Debbie Spingarn, Contributing Writer Drugstores like Walgreens offer hearing aids, but depending on the store, selection and assistance may be limited.Photo/Debbie Spingarn REGION –...
Setbacks in the stock market during a recession are usually temporary, so investors should stick to their long-term plans and not pull money out of the market.

What you can do if inflation leads to a recession

By David Wilkening, Contributing Writer REGION - Inflation is on the minds of just about everyone these days. But could it get even worse? Is...
Buying individual TV streaming services such as Netflix, Hulu, or HBO is an option many former cable subscribers pursue.

Cutting the cord to cable television can mean significant savings

By Peg Lopata, Contributing Writer REGION - Choices, choices. Everything from toothpaste to smartphones―the choices are dizzying. Same goes for watching TV. If you want...
A DJ singalong and dance was one of the recent events that clients enjoyed at Hawthorn Adult Day Health in West Springfield. Photo/Submitted

Adult day centers can be a valuable aging in place tool

By Nance Ebert, Contributing Writer A DJ singalong and dance was one of the recent events that clients enjoyed at Hawthorn Adult Day Health...
Real estate experts Jo-Ann Szymczak and Diane Luong of RE/MAX Advantage 1 serve their clients with education and careful decision-making guidance.

Seniors and local heroes benefit from the guidance of real estate pros at RE/MAX...

By Kathryn Acciari, Contributing Writer WORCESTER – When it comes time to make a move that requires buying or selling a home, real estate experts...