The Old Manse in Concord witnessed the beginning of the American Revolution, the lives of great 19th century American writers, and the beginnings of the transcendentalism movement.

The Old Manse in Concord was home to some of town’s most famous residents

 By David Wilkening, Contributing Writer CONCORD - The modest-looking house would been famous just for its location: on the banks of the Concord River, just...
Binnall House is a residential community conveniently located in downtown Gardner. (Photo/Submitted)

Binnall House residential community in Gardner offers multiple amenities

GARDNER - Binnall House is a residential community conveniently located in downtown Gardner, in the central part of the state. It is within walking distance to banks,...

80 years of Social Security

By Kristen Alberino Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Quincy, Mass. Social Security has provided critical financial help to people of all ages for the last 80 years,...
Reverend Lee Atherton, founder of CoachRev @The CrossRoads, helps individuals and families during their most challenging life moments.

Marlborough-based End-of-Life Coach Rev. Lee Atherton: Driven by Faith

By Deborah Burke Henderson, Contributing Writer Marlborough - Reverend Lee Atherton is a professional officiant and life coach. She offers highly personalized services for anyone...

Light up the holidays!

Region – As we adjust to the dark days of late autumn/early winter, a display of holiday lights can help brighten our spirits. Here are...
Real estate commissions are varied when selling a home―they are not set in stone and can be negotiated.

Demystifying your home selling costs

By David Wilkening, Contributing Writer REGION - When selling your home in Massachusetts, what you will pay the realtor might be the initial expense that...

Shrewsbury artist shares skills with schools and theater group

By Ed Karvoski Jr., Culture Editor Shrewsbury – Complementing a longtime career as a visual artist of multiple media, Jackie Rezuke of Shrewsbury has volunteered...
Sheryl Roberts recently published her 25th book titled “Technical Writing for Dummies.” Photo/Submitted

Marlborough author celebrates the publication of her 25th book

By Tyler Charpentier, Contributing Writer Sheryl Roberts recently published her 25th book titled “Technical Writing for Dummies.”Photo/Submitted MARLBOROUGH – After writing for 35 years, Marlborough...

For healthy feet, take care of your overall well-being

By Debbie Spingarn, Contributing Writer REGION - Seventy-five percent of Americans will experience foot problems at some point in their lifetime, and adults over the...

Staying physically fit at 62 despite multiple sclerosis

Anna Connors of Shrewsbury has always been physically active. She studied dance from age 5 through her 20s. Then she became a competitive runner and completed marathons. Now 62, she continues a disciplined exercise routine after a 2006 diagnosis of primary progressive multiple sclerosis (MS). “I vowed to take care of myself and not let this get me down,” said Connors, a regional ambassador for the MS Foundation.