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 …
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 …
The moon Lit a path Across the lake. There were No curves. There were No gates. The path Followed some boys On the Far shore. Never behind. Never before. Don Gardner Seekonk
Autumn means it’s time to peep at colorful leaves and pick apples, whether actually from the tree or from a fruit stand or farm. This year Leominster MA is celebrating the 250 th …
The topic of insurance is quite expansive. This article covers some of the basic considerations and strategies. Life Insurance: There are two key questions to address with life …
Colonel Silvester Richmond was a noted early Dighton settler, active in matters both military and domestic, yet his most enduring contribution to the town of Dighton is his name on the high hill that …
The topic of estate planning is expansive. I am going to cover some of the basic documents and considerations. Please note that I am not an attorney and cannot provide legal advice …
The feisty little hummingbirds fighting over the backyard feeder are a reminder that the seasons are about to change. I’m always a bit sad to see the little birds go on their great migration. …
Well, this is ironic. After I wrote last month about my dismay at all the trees being chopped down at the former Camp Buxton down the street, Mother Nature did some tree removal of her own. On a very …
The universe of investing is quite expansive. Managed accounts are typically utilized when a financial professional is helping you select your investments. These accounts can be …
The current cost of a UMass Amherst education is more than $30,000 annually. Boston College tuition is more than $80,000 annually! It can be overwhelming to think about this, and quite …
Transitioning Into Retirement Transitioning into retirement can be exciting and daunting. Many retirees work with a professional financial advisor to navigate the multiple life changes. …
We spent the first few beautiful days in June having to listen to heavy machinery ripping up the trees in nearby Camp Buxton, the former Boy Scout camp down the street that is now being leased and …
Acclaimed novelist Amy Tan has branched out (pardon the pun) in a new direction with “The Backyard Bird Chronicles” and has been making the rounds talking about her book. This non-fiction …
Moms, I know it can feel like when your kids get a break during summer vacation, your responsibilities shift into high gear. As a mom of three little ones myself, I absolutely love summer, but …
(BPT) - With the days growing longer and warmer, securing a suitable camp for your child can feel like an impossible task. However, finding the perfect camp experience for your kid this summer …
Early to mid-Spring is such a beautiful and enjoyable time of year. The daffodils and flowering trees were even more beautiful this year, I thought, perhaps distracting us from the reappearance of …
(StatePoint) The perfect landscape may start with a healthy, lush lawn, but for interest and depth, you’ll also need to consider the plants that surround it. Thankfully, it’s easy to …
