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Eight years in: Some perspectives on retirement

NIAGARA, Wis. — It is hard for me to believe, but I have already been retired for eight years after 28 years with our local hospital and nine years before that with a local construction company. I am grateful to say that I enjoyed working for both of my former employers and have many fond memories of friends and work that was a joy to do. I distinctly remember pondering an early retirement back then as the hospital was offering an “early out” to those who qualified, and I had qualified all three times. The employee health nurse at the time gave me very wise advice. She said, ...

Senior News: It was the best of times, it was the worst of times

NIAGARA, Wis. — Today’s title is borrowed from Charles Dicken’s 1859 novel, “A Tale of Two Cities.” It is the opening thought, which begins a list of contradictions that goes on for nearly a full paragraph, and an attempt to describe the complexities of this period of history. The novel is set in the late 18th century during the French Revolution. The story takes place in both London and Paris, and several characters, caught in the fervor of the fight, must make difficult decisions and choices that affect both themselves and their loved ones. The story also serves as a ...

Senior News: Tis the season for spring cleaning: Tips and benefits

NIAGARA, Wis. — At first glance, this headline may lead you to believe that this column today will be a version of “Hints from Heloise.” Fear not; that is not what you will find if you read further. As it turns out, a good annual spring house cleaning is good for the aging brain so let’s begin with that information as motivation to move on to the good reasons for putting yourself through this annual task. I have long been a fan of annual spring house cleaning. I am sure when my mother looked at the pile of clothes on the chair in my bedroom, she never would have believed I ...

Many older adults skeptical about retiring

WASHINGTON (AP) — About one-quarter of U.S. adults age 50 and older who are not yet retired say they expect to never retire and 70% are concerned about prices rising faster than their income, an AARP survey finds. About 1 in 4 have no retirement savings, according to research released Wednesday by the organization that shows how a graying America is worrying more and more about how to make ends meet even as economists and policymakers say the U.S. economy has all but achieved a soft landing after two years of record inflation. Everyday expenses and housing costs, including rent and ...

Michigan Bell, AT& T retirees plan lunch May 6

IRON MOUNTAIN — AT&T and Michigan Bell telephone retirees and former employees will gather for lunch at 11:30 a.m. Monday, May 6, at Holiday Kitchen in Iron Mountain. All are welcome.

UP Veterans War Memorial and Park golf scramble June 15

By MARGUERITE LANTHIER Staff Writer NORWAY — The ninth-annual U.P. Veterans War Memorial and Park golf scramble is scheduled for Saturday, June 15, at Oak Crest Golf Course in Norway. The event helps cover the cost of upkeep of the memorial and park atop Pine Mountain, according to ...