Roger G. Chagnon, Jr. and Deborah (Bowen) Chagnon of Westfield joyfully celebrate 50 years of marriage on June 28, 2025. The couple were married at the First Presbyterian Church of Westfield on June 28, 1975. They are the parents of a daughter, Heather Chagnon Gruenbaum, with her husband, ...
Something seems a little different with the weather we’ve been having here in Western New York. This spring has been a lot wetter than the previous springs I’ve experienced. Most people I talk about the weather with, or even just causally mention rain to, agree that this amount of rain is ...
Question: I am turning 65 later this year, how will Medicare handle the coverage of my already existing medical problems? Answer: Congratulations on reaching Medicare eligibility! Your coverage with Medicare is very comprehensive. When you become Medicare eligible, Medicare covers all your pre-existing medical conditions with very few exceptions. If you have Diabetes, Cancer, High Blood Pressure any medical conditions, Medicare will cover you starting your first day of eligibility. Medicare always starts the first of the month, usually the month of your 65th birthday. There are ...
Question: I was planning on retiring, so I signed up for Medicare Part A & B. Now I have decided to keep working. Since I don’t need Medicare anymore, can I cancel it? What about the premiums I’ve already paid? Answer: We all look forward to retirement, and then when it gets close, we sometimes have a difficult time deciding on the right time to retire. Changing your mind about the timing is common. The answer is different when we talk about the different parts of Medicare: Parts A, B, and D. For Medicare Part A, if you choose to end your coverage you must repay any benefits ...
The emphasis we as humans place on sight bleeds into how we describe our experiences with the natural world. We will often talk about what we see; whether it’s spotting the movement of wildlife or the colors in a field of flowers. We may use descriptors like colors and patterns or compare ...
Question: I’m 54 years old and I’ve been disabled for almost two years so I think I’m eligible for Medicare. Do I need to sign up for any parts of Medicare, including drug coverage? Answer: I am thrilled that you qualify for Medicare! You will now have comprehensive insurance to help cover your medical costs. It’s important to understand that there are many rules regarding Medicare and all its parts, and those rules apply when you qualify due to disability or age, though they differ slightly. Anyone who has been approved to receive Social Security Disability (SSD) qualifies ...
