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Making New Year resolutions has fallen out of favor in recent years. After all, what makes Jan. 1 so special? Shouldn't we improve ourselves throughout the year, not just when it's starting? That's one side. Here's another: it's easy to slide into bad habits if we don't set goals. ...

Pat O'Connor shares two Christmas memories that still make him chuckle today. Enjoy a hot cup of cocoa and this sweet trip down memory lane. ...

A 'Secret Santa' gift exchange among online 'friends' you don't really know may not be as innocent as you think. These gift exchanges may look like harmless fun but are actually illegal pyramid schemes. Don't get buried under one. ...

Social Security imposter scams continue to be widespread across the United States. Scammers use targeted, sophisticated tactics to deceive you into providing sensitive information or money.  ...

To celebrate the vibrant spirit of Baby Boomers and our emerging Gen X readers, Northeast Ohio Boomer magazine is introducing a new tagline: "Thrive After 55." The move is the first step of the magazine’s rebranding, which will be in place by next year. We're looking forward to what's next as we Thrive After 55 together with you. ...

Since real and artificial trees can carry dust and mold, the cause your allergy symptoms this time of year might be standing in the corner of your living room: the Christmas tree. ...

Holiday shopping and gift-giving can often be challenging, but even more so when shopping for a person living with dementia. The Alzheimer's Association suggests thoughtful and useful gifts for the 6 million people in the early, middle and late-stages of Alzheimer’s disease. The guide also includes ideas for the 11 million Americans who serve as unpaid caregivers.  ...

The death of a beloved pet can be one of the saddest days of our lives. One of the last things we want to think about when we are grieving is how to bury them. But many pet parents feel better having a plan in place so they know what they will do with their pet’s body after they pass away—from natural causes or by euthanasia. ...