“In all my work, I help others tap into their source and make meaning of their lives,” says Sherborn writer and expressive arts therapist Kelly DuMar.

Sherborn writer and expressive arts therapist transforms lives

By Deborah Burke Henderson, Contributing Writer SHERBORN – “Transformative” describes the work and influence of Kelly DuMar, a poet, author, playwright, and generative writing workshop...

Scituate man has gone the distance backpacking

By Brett Peruzzi, Contributing Writer Scituate - Mike Davis has worn out more pairs of hiking boots than the average person. He started doing short day...

Maryland’s All-American Road: An historic journey through time

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This is a story about a road less traveled because progress, in the form of major interstate highways, passed it by.
Boston radio DJ Carter Alan has not only played the music for generations of rock fans, he’s also chronicled it as an author.

Veteran Boston DJ has also chronicled the rock world as an author

By Brett Peruzzi, Managing Editor BOSTON – Legendary Boston radio DJ Carter Alan originally wanted to be a music writer at a major newspaper. But...

Winchester’s senior center celebrates completion of major renovations

The Jenks Senior Center By Bonnie Adams, Managing Editor Winchester – For nearly 50 years, the Jenks Senior Center has served as a destination for Winchester’s...
The baby boomers are going gray and their children, if they’ve had them, have left home. Through the census data it’s easy to see there’s many living on their own.

Navigating the challenges of aging alone

By Peg Lopata, Contributing Writer REGION - Are you a solo ager? What does that mean, anyway? Well, if you’re at a loss as to...

Scientist applies chemistry knowledge to craft brewing pastime

Standing in front of his fermenter, Charlie Herbert shows off the brew pot and stirrer he uses when crafting his own beer. By Lori Berkey,...
The 50-plus-acre Boston Common, the oldest public park in America, will undergo a series of renovations over the next decade. Photo/Courtesy of Weston and Simpson Design Studio

Planned Boston Common renovations incorporate input from public

By David Wilkening Contributing Writer The 50-plus-acre Boston Common, the oldest public park in America, will undergo a series of renovations over the next decade.Photo/Courtesy...
100-year-old Isabelle Chang of Shrewsbury’s love of reading led her into her career as a librarian and author. Photo/Evan Walsh

100-year-old Isabelle Chang’s secret to a happy life? Read. Read. Read.

By Evan Walsh, Contributing Writer SHREWSBURY – Sitting at her kitchen table, Isabelle Chang hears the back door swing open. It’s her neighbor delivering a...

Lynn Margherio & Cradles to Crayons – Sharing the spirit of giving throughout the...

By Christine Galeone, Contributing Writer Boston – When Lynn Margherio, the founder and CEO of Cradles to Crayons, was growing up, she and her siblings...