By Mary E. Arata and M.E. Jones MediaNews Ayer and Shirley residents approved the state's first new regional school district in 30 years Saturday, voting overwhelmingly at town meetings to merge their districts in the 2010-2011 school year.   Full Story

TOWNSEND -- The ballot for the May 11 town election is so far highlighted by the race between incumbent Selectman Enrico C.   Full Story

TOWNSEND -- The slate of candidates for this year's town elections is light, Town Clerk Sue Funaiole conceded Tuesday.   Full Story