The state of Massachusetts needs affordable housing -- housing that can be purchased or rented at a reasonable cost so that young professionals and older citizens can survive and thrive in this high-cost state.   Full Story

DEVENS -- In the eyes of Jim Galler, Vicksburg Square is more than a historic quadrangle once used as Army barracks.   Full Story

SHIRLEY -- The Shirley American Legion is hosting a stew and chowder fest from 5-7:30 p.m. today at the American Legion, 8 Church St.   Full Story

TOWNSEND -- Democrats in Townsend will hold a caucus to elect delegates to the Massachusetts Democratic Party's 2012 nominating convention at 10 a.   Full Story