A fond memory of growing up in New Canaan was biking to South School with a motley crew of friends from the neighborhood. A few

By Russell R. Barksdale, Jr. As a healthcare provider, I find myself increasingly troubled—not just by the economic challenges we face—but by the environment in

By Elizabeth Barhydt It’s a striking thing when the kids in your town do something fine and true, something that stirs not only pride but

By Dr. Teresa Alasio Colon cancer, long perceived as a disease primarily affecting older adults with a relatively slow progression, is undergoing a concerning and

By Janet McMahon Summer is just around the corner which means that many of us gardeners are tending to our gardens! Whether you have a

By Mimi Santry Relocating and letting go of a lifetime of possessions is one of the most emotional transitions many older adults face. According to

By Stuart Adelberg Yesterday was a beautiful day, twenty-four hours when the temperature, sunshine, and breeze come together so perfectly that you know it doesn’t

By Stephanie Dunn Ashley Summer is upon us, and I think all of us are looking forward to spending some long evenings with our loved

By Russell R. Barksdale, Jr. Many of my colleagues have accepted the community’s frustration with vaccinatio updates and exhaustive “long COVID” discussions, until they experience

By Geri Rhoades What a weekend of historical charm and vibrant energy as the New Canaan Museum and Historical Society hosted two events over the

By Russell R. Barksdale, Jr. When we think of cancer, our minds often gravitate toward those that dominate public discourse—breast, lung, prostate, and colorectal. These

By Frank Gallo You were given a bird feeder for your birthday, and you have started feeding the birds. Now, after enjoying observing their antics