By Anne Palumbo Eat more walnuts and you just may live longer. That’s the message from a recent study at Harvard that explored the
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Cheap Basic Cell Phone Plans for Penny Pinching Seniors
By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, A few months ago, I read a column you wrote on extremely cheap smartphone plans for budget-conscious seniors.
Three Social Security Online Musts
It’s never been easier to do business with us online. Often there is no need to call or visit an office. Here are three
CMS Initiative Designed to Protect Local Rural Hospitals
By George W. Chapman One in five of us lives in a rural community. Since 2010, 138 rural hospitals have closed, typically for financial
Alone and Content: Rediscover Your True Self
By Gwenn Voelckers There’s no magic pill for getting good at living alone. Like mastering any new skill, it requires effort and a lot
Latest Buzz on Beets
By Anne Palumbo If you haven’t eaten beets in a while, you might want to head to the nearest farmer’s market. This in-season veggie,
How to Sell Unwanted Burial Plots
Dear Savvy Senior, How do I go about selling unwanted burial plots in my hometown cemetery? When my parents died about 25 years ago
Use ‘my Social Security’ to Instantly Check the Status of Your Benefits Claim
If you applied for Social Security benefits or have a pending reconsideration or hearing request, you can instantly check the status online using your
What My Garden Has Taught Me
Gardening season is in full swing, as evidenced by the long check-out lines at gardening centers throughout our area. July is the perfect month
Pork Ribs 101: Why Moderation is Key!
During the grilling season and especially on the Fourth of July, my husband and I indulge in something we rarely eat all year long: