By WGBH News
These are the stories WGBH covered for the first installment of the "Where We Live" series in April 2011.
DEVENSDevens Sees Far Beyond Evergreen Solar
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by ANDREA SMARDONThe former army base Devens has been thrust into the spotlight as the place where alternative energy company Evergreen Solar built a manufacturing plant, then abruptly closed it, moving its operations to China. But Evergreen is only part of a larger story of rapid economic change in Devens.
ASHLAND
Growing Immigrant Community Strengthens Ashland's Economy
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by JARED BOWENAn influx of Indian immigrants has helped bring economic growth to Ashland — and led to an expansion of the town's Sri Lakshmi Temple.
>> The Emily Rooney Show: Ashland
SAUGUS
For Saugus, Looking Beyond Route 1
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by JESS BIDGOODSaugus's Route 1 location is considered a gold mine for retailers and restaurants, but some residents think its time to build a vision for the other parts of town.
NEW BEDFORD
New Bedford Tourism Grows, But Schools Still Struggle
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by RALPH RANALLIDespite thriving museums and a newly-vibrant downtown, it's clear the former whaling capital’s problems with jobs and education still run deep.
QUINCY
Private Developer Wants To Remake Downtown Quincy
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by TONI WATERMANThe city is looking to a $1.3 billion deal with a private developer to revitalize its downtrodden downtown, which was once Shoppers Town USA.
>> The Emily Rooney Show: Quincy
CHATHAM
After 300 Years, Fishing Still Sustains Chatham Economy
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by SEAN CORCORANThe sea has helped keep Chatham fiscally strong, including during the recent period of economic trouble.
FOXBORO
On The Heels Of The Patriots
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by BOB SEAYFoxboro, the home of Gillette Stadium and Patriot place, has more than a few reasons to cheer for the Patriots.
LYNN
Toward Blue-Collar Cosmopolitanism
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by ADAM REILLYA restaurant in Lynn has become a fulcrum for the city's attempt to remake its image, as it tries to overcome its historically seedy reputation.
>> The Emily Rooney Show: Revitalizing Lynn
BROCKTON
Small Business Prevails In 'City Of Champions'
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by PHILLIP MARTINIn Brockton, small business is the only business in town. But that doesn't mean they all fare equally well.
