05.27.2018 Around the Island Richard’s Almanac: Substance abuse and the elderly According to various reports from the federal government, substance abuse among older adults is a growing problem in this country. Last week the Reporter had a front-page story on...
05.21.2018 Around the Island Richard’s Almanac: And they call it puppy love I was pleased to hear from Senior Center Director Laurie Fanelli last week that she’s getting out of rehab after fracturing her hip. She said she’d be back at...
05.04.2018 Around the Island Richard’s Almanac: Old memories of old boats Spring has certainly been a long time coming. I remember leaving for the South in February and figuring I’d be gone for the worst weather. I was wrong. I...
04.28.2018 Around the Island Richard’s Almanac: Get moving, stay sharp Islanders ranging in age from their mid 40s to 80s feel very comfortable exercising in “Zumba Gold” classes offered at the American Legion Hall on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays...
04.19.2018 Around the Island Richard’s Almanac: Freezing in the middle of April I spent last Friday and Saturday enjoying our wonderful weather. It was such a pleasant change from the foul weather we’ve been having for the past month. It is...
