Category: LOCAL
Roanoke, Virginia offers something for everyone in the midst of the Blue Ridge Mountains
By Victor Block I recently visited what may be described as a small city – population about 100,000 – that offers visitors a full menu of things to see and do. It’s a center of arts and crafts, elegance and culture, with a wide...
Read MoreTrick or Treat? Don’t let these estate tax myths haunt your plan
By Elizabeth A. Caruso, Esq. Halloween is about things that seem scarier than they are and a few things that are secretly scarier than they look. Estate tax planning is full of both. This month, we’re separating...
Read MoreSensible strength training for older adults helps preserve muscle, bone, and overall health
By Rita La Rosa Loud, B.S. Why strength training matters As my former colleague, mentor, and author of 30 strength-training books, Dr. Wayne L. Westcott, Ph.D., said, “muscles are the engines of the body.” That simple idea helps...
Read MoreManaging spinal curve with stretching and strengthening exercises: A client’s success story
By Rita La Rosa Loud, B.S. For seniors managing scoliosis, a well-rounded fitness program is especially important. Key elements include resistance training, flexibility work, core strengthening, correction of muscular...
Read MoreScituate’s Front Street Art Gallery presents ‘When the Sky Breathes…’ exhibit
The Front Street Art Gallery presents “When the Sky Breathes…”, a contemplative exhibition by painter Cathy McCarthy and photographer Peggy Roth Major. The show runs from Wednesday, August19 through Sunday, September 13. The two...
Read MoreRethinking home equity in a changing retirement landscape: Doing what’s best to meet your goals
By George A. Downey For generations, many homeowners followed a familiar financial philosophy: work hard, pay off the mortgage, preserve the home, and leave it untouched for as long as possible. Home equity was viewed as...
Read MoreSouth Shore Conservatory announces its thrilling lineup for the fall concert season
The South Shore Conservatory recently announced its 2026-27 blockbuster season of premier concerts with exceptional artists, unforgettable music, and inspiring performances for audiences across the South Shore. The season begins...
Read MoreWhy you don’t need most expensive yard sign on the South Shore to sell your home
Senior Living. Senior Solutions. Made Simple. Why you don’t need most expensive yard sign on the South Shore to sell your home By Korey Welch, Owner of Boom Realty and Senior Mortgage Broker, Loan Factory There are some...
Read MoreNational Senior Citizens Day: Celebrating the heart of the South Shore
By Michelle Sonia, President and CEO Seniors Helping Seniors Boston South Shore On August 21, our nation celebrates National Senior Citizens Day – a day established by President Ronald Reagan to honor the...
Read MoreFront Street Art Gallery presents solo exhibit of Richard Foley’s work
The Front Street Art Gallery in Scituate is pleased to present Richard Foley’s solo show Wednesday, July 22 through Sunday, August 16. As you walk through the gallery, enjoy the calmness of sitting by the sea on a...
Read MoreYour prescriptions or your health coverage have changed. Now what?
By Patricia Prewitt My Personal Rx Advisor Often, sticker shock arises when a new medication is prescribed. It’s frustrating to have no idea what the cost may be. It can be even more surprising when a routine medication...
Read MoreMyth or fact? Retirement account beneficiaries are determined by who is named in your will or trust
By Elizabeth A. Caruso, Esq. Myth or fact? I had my will drafted to distribute my retirement accounts to my children, so it doesn’t matter who is written as the beneficiary on the accounts. Myth! Beneficiary designations on...
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