The National Fire Protection Association has a wealth of information and online resources on fire, electrical and related hazards on its website. It also has short video clips that are very informative.

Following simple fire safety tips can prevent a tragedy

By Nance Ebert, Contributing Writer REGION - Maximizing home fire safety is crucial for anyone but can be extremely challenging for older adults. Those living...

For a ‘spiritual’ day trip, visit Cassadaga

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By Victor Block As my wife Fyllis and I contemplated our visit to a tiny town in Florida, the choices we faced were as intriguing...

For local veteran, serving is a family tradition

Being a member of the U.S. military means many things: loyalty, tradition and service to name a few. Westborough native Ronald Perry is a prime example of someone who embodies these honorable traits.

Bringing history to life

Collings Foundation opens new interactive American Heritage Museum  By Bonnie Adams, Managing Editor Since 1979 the Collings Foundation, under the directorship of Bob Collings and his...

Cuba offers friendly people, faded beauty

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Lying on a white sand beach at the edge of the turquoise sea, I could have been at any Caribbean destination.
Participation from two- to three-month-old baby goats add a fun dimension to yoga classes. Photo/Sandi Barrett

Goat yoga on a farm makes for an adventurous getaway

By Sandi Barrett, Contributing Writer SOUTH NEW BERLIN, NEW YORK - The stillness of morning and a lulling background of cheerful chirping is disturbed by...
Grandparents do have legal rights to visit their grandchildren in cases of divorce and also when the parents never married.

Know your rights as a grandparent

By Sharon Oliver, Contributing Writer REGION - One of the greatest joys in life is becoming a grandparent, but some of life’s circumstances can turn...

Fifty Plus Advocate December 2021

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Memory café network serves comradery statewide

Massachusetts residents living with memory changes and their caregivers are now offered more comfortable meeting places. They’re gathering monthly at memory cafés free of charge for refreshments, activities and comradery. Cafés are currently located in Andover, Brookline, Franklin, Lexington, Marlborough, Norwood, Topsfield, Waltham and Westwood.

China revisit offers glimpses into past, present

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Billboards that recently touted the benefits of socialism now advertise designer clothes and the latest electronic gadgets.