Five things you may not know about hearing aids
(BPT) – Hearing aids ”“ those two words alone may conjure up images of unattractive, beige devices that your father or grandmother once wore before... Read more.
Bay State towns, regulators bracing for med marijuana
BOSTON — Massachusetts voters may have enthusiastically approved the legalization of medical marijuana, but that hasn’t stopped communities around the... Read more.
Simple steps to effortless entertaining
(BPT) – Whether you’re a hosting aficionado or a novice entertainer, planning a party at home can carry a certain level of stress. Sometimes, despite... Read more.
Elections set for vacant Mass. House seats
BOSTON (AP) — Special elections have been scheduled to fill two vacant seats in the Massachusetts House. One of the elections will be held in the 12th Essex... Read more.
Tennessee Waltz’ singer Patti Page dies
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Unforgettable songs like “Tennessee Waltz” and “(How Much Is That) Doggie in the Window” made Patti Page the... Read more.
Breakheart hikes draw a crowd
SAUGUS — Lose weight. Exercise more. Get outside. Approximately 200 people put those common New Year’s Resolutions not just into words, but into action... Read more.
Swampscott Polar Bear Plunge supports Whelan family
This New Year’s Day swimmer took the Polar Bear Plunge theme literally at Fisherman’s Beach. (Courtesy Photo)... Read more.
Securing possibly harmful mentally ill person begins with tough decision
LYNN — Massachusetts families have a legal mechanism available to protect them from mentally ill loved ones threatening to harm themselves or others, but the... Read more.
Patriots equipment manager Brocher dies at 60
FOXBOROUGH — The New England Patriots are in mourning after learning that Don Brocher, the team’s equipment manager and the longest-tenured employee... Read more.
Tips to Lose Weight and Keep It Off
(StatePoint) In the midst of an obesity epidemic, it’s easy to ignore that little bit of extra weight you may be carrying around. But experts warn that any... Read more.