Free Press Standard seeks nonagenarians for feature

Submissions should include the person’s full name, town of residence, date of birth, career or early work history and a recent photo

If you know someone in this age group, submit information to Don Rutledge.

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Published April 6, 2026 - 4:27 p.m.

The Free Press Standard is planning a feature story on nonagenarians — individuals age 90 or older — for the May 1 issue in observance of National Senior Citizens Month.

If you know someone in this age group, submit the following information to Don Rutledge at drutledge@alonovus.com by April 17.

Submissions should include the person’s full name, town of residence, date of birth, career or early work history, and a recent photo, if available.

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