I am Rey Lancellotta. I am a Senior Girl Scout and I have been in Girl Scouts for 11 years. I am working on my Gold Award. What is a Gold Award? A Girl Scout Gold Award is the highest award you can …

If you’re starting a small business, or own a business but have run into some money trouble, you might be tempted to take out a merchant cash advance (MCA). Sure, these are a quick way to get …

Weddings are among the most cherished celebrations, bringing together family and friends to witness the union of two people in love. From selecting the perfect date to choosing the attire and decor, …

Prom is one of the most anticipated events of high school, a night filled with elegance, fun, and unforgettable memories. From securing the perfect date with a creative promposal to dressing in the …

This April marks the 250 th anniversary of the Battle of Lexington, the first battle of the American Revolution. Both Concord and Lexington are having special (but separate) events to commemorate …

I once read an article that many people put meeting with a financial advisor in the same bucket as taking a math test or going to the dentist!  While the thought of working with a financial …

My name is Tom Lopatosky. I'm the President of LOPCO Contracting ( www.LopcoContracting.com ) and I'm honored to have the opportunity to talk to you about home improvement on a monthly basis. I love …

The current cost of a UMass Amherst education is more than $30,000 annually.  Boston College tuition is more than $80,000 annually!  This article covers various college funding options. …

March may be the month of St. Patrick’s Day but there are enough excellent contemporary Irish writers to keep readers occupied all year. Sally Rooney has been getting most of the attention but …

My name is Tom Lopatosky. I'm the President of LOPCO Contracting ( www.LopcoContracting.com ) and I'm honored to have the opportunity to talk to you about home improvement on a monthly basis. I love …

Are you one of the many Americans who made a New Year’s resolution? We’re now well into 2025, so how’s that resolution coming along? If the answer is “not great,” …

(Family Features) On a day that signifies the importance of love and companionship, many people find it rewarding to show their loved ones just how much they mean. If you're in the gift-giving spirit …

(Family Features) If you're feeling pressure to plan the perfect Valentine's Day date, it may be time to veer away from tradition. While flowers, chocolates and dinner for two is a classic, thinking …

When watching the news these days I often think of the Beatles singing “I read the news today, oh boy”. Oh boy, indeed. My vote for song for our times would go to Paul Simon’s …

In early 2025, Congress passed the Social Security Fairness Act .  The new law has a significant impact on Massachusetts clients eligible for both a public pension and social security, including …

Everyone knows that exercise is healthy, and that playing sports is one of the best -- and most enjoyable -- ways to maintain optimal weight, boost mental wellbeing, and improve strength, balance, …

I can always tell when school sports are back in full swing by the steady stream of athletes who limp into my office with torn ACLs. Every year, I have to tell heartbroken players that they'll have …

“How would you do if you went to space for eight days and were gone for six months?” The New York Times asked on Dec. 27. Not very well, but I wouldn’t go into space at all so …

Written by Lars Lambrecht, CFP, CLU, BFA, AMPA, CDFA, CLTC, CSLP, owner of Island Time Financial Services, Inc. The article covers some divorce basics.  Please note I am not an attorney and …

My name is Tom Lopatosky. I'm the President of LOPCO Contracting ( www.LopcoContracting.com ) and I'm honored to have the opportunity to talk to you about home improvement on a monthly basis. I love …

Aaron and Michelle Morrison are the proud new owners of Pleasant Street Family Farm. With the support of family and friends, they’ve brought back a cherished tradition to the town of Rehoboth. …

2024 is almost over!  December is a great time to review and reset your goals and finances for 2025.  I am including some major areas to be thinking about. Goals .  This is a …

The Boston Globe has another feature about people leaving Massachusetts (from Nov. 25).  The people interviewed are all from Boston, so it’s a bit one-sided. Also, most college students …

My name is Tom Lopatosky. I'm the President of LOPCO Contracting ( www.LopcoContracting.com ) and I'm honored to have the opportunity to talk to you about home improvement on a monthly basis. I love …

What a year for acorns! The squirrels must be happy. Both the acorns and the leaves have been falling like rain, though the rain hasn’t been falling as of this writing. It’s easy to slip …