With the holidays coming up, take a second to think back on some of your favorite holiday memories. Maybe it was turkey hunting with your dad on Thanksgiving morning or watching the Nativity story on …

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 …

(Family Features) A clean stove is not just about aesthetics; it’s also about functionality and safety. Grease and food residue can become a fire hazard and affect the taste and quality of your …

(BPT) - If you have large or unexpected expenses on the horizon, you may have access to an untapped resource: your home. You could use some of the equity you've built up in your house to meet …

(Family Features) Garage doors can experience a variety of issues, from minor annoyances to major malfunctions. However, regular maintenance can not only ensure safety and longevity, but also prevent …

(Family Features) House fires can be devastating, but taking proactive steps can significantly reduce the risk. Learn how to safeguard your home and loved ones with these fire prevention tips in …

Fine’s Nursery is committed to raising native plants that will help restore our community’s landscapes with ecologically beneficial trees and shrubs. One of our key projects, …

  Thanks to the folks at the Carpenter Museum for their excellent symposium on Rehoboth and its Veterans in the American Revolution symposium recently and to everyone who took part in it. It was …

When the school year rolls around, you’re not just managing your kid’s schedule — you’re running a full-on side hustle with cleats, carpool lines and concession stand duty (or …

I squashed a spotted lanternfly for the first time in late August while walking in Swan Point cemetery in Providence. Actually, a friend squashed it because it was too quick for me. Those bugs can …

Congress passed the  Big Beautiful Bill Act (BBAA)  on July 4.  This is an extensive bill close to 1,000 pages long.  I wanted to provide an overview of some of the highlights and …

This summer is a sad one for us as we watch our beloved dog’s health slowly fail. Last winter she seemed to have what I would call a stroke, if her symptoms applied to humans. Then she entered …

With warm weather, fresh summer breezes, and long days that seem to stretch on forever, it’s easy to forget that the school year is right around the corner. In just a few short weeks, students …

Every time I encounter a snake I end up screaming, apparently involuntarily. It’s like I shriek (briefly, not in a blood-curling manner) almost before I fully register “snake!” I …

The current cost of a UMass Amherst education is more than $30,000 annually.  Boston College tuition is almost $90,000 annually!  It can be overwhelming to think about this, and quite easy …

When the warm weather finally rolls in, there’s nothing quite like summer in and around Seekonk and Rehoboth. Whether you’re packing up for a beach day, lacing up your sneakers for a …

Transitioning into retirement can be exciting and daunting.  Many retirees work with a professional financial advisor to navigate the complexities. Required Minimum Distributions …

While going through some old family papers years ago, I discovered a receipt for payment to a stone carver in southeastern Ohio for five gravestones. With horror, I realized that these were for the …

Father’s Day is almost here! I look forward to this time because it often means getting together with family (usually outdoors on a gorgeous day) to celebrate a very special guy — Dad! …

(StatePoint) Students of all ages are at risk for “summer slide.” The good news is that this seasonal phenomenon, where academic skills are lost or forgotten during the long summer break, …

(Family Features) Selecting the perfect summer camp for your child can be a pivotal experience, shaping memories for years to come. Offering unique opportunities for kids to experience independence, …

I’m not very good at bird-watching but this one was hard to miss. An osprey flying over the pond swooped down and caught a fish and then took his dinner to the table (a large flat tree stump …

Transitioning into retirement can be exciting and daunting.  Many retirees work with a professional financial advisor to navigate the multiple life changes. Income.   You will need to …

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, …