Tim Malone The Ripple Effect in Retirement refers to the positive and far-reaching impact that a retiree’s actions, mindset, and lifestyle can have on others—family, community, and even society—long after their professional career ends. It’s a metaphor for how one significant life change sends waves outward, influencing many areas of life. Just as a single…
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June 2026, Features
Meet Lloyd Schaeffer

Reggie Wegman Lloyd Schaeffer was born in Brooklyn, N.Y. He attended NYC Public Schools. He graduated from Wingate High School and went on to Brooklyn College which is part of the New York State University system. He thought he would like to go into medicine but didn’t have the patience for it! He decided on…
Features, June 2026
In Passing – June 2026

James “Jim” Alvino James “Jim” Alvino, 79, entered eternal life on May 5, 2026. Born Feb. 20, 1947, in Freeport, Pa., Jim carried with him a steady pride in where he began and a bright confidence in what dedication and learning could build over a lifetime. From the start, Jim’s mind was tuned to how…
Features, June 2026
Joyful Downsizing: How to Remove Junk Mail and Spam Clutter
Kim Kubsch We are bombarded by the dreaded junk mail and spam on our phones, in our mailboxes, and in our email inbox. It is unwanted clutter and not worth our time, yet we need to manage it. These ideas and resources will help prevent spam, list where to report fraud, plus a list of…
