5 Things You Need to Know Today: Monday, June 27

Here are five pieces of information to help you become the smartest person stuck in traffic on 495.

1. Today's Weather Forecast: According to the NWS, today will be mostly sunny, with a high near 83. Calm wind becoming north around 5 mph. Tonight will be mostly clear, with a low around 61. Southeast wind around 5 mph becoming calm.

2. Quote of the Day: "It's fun. We get to see each other all dressed up and we don't really do that." Joan McKeon, a resident at Bayberry at Emerald Court, speaking about the fashion show Sunday at the assisted living facility.

3. By the Numbers: $153,066.50 -- According to the 2010 Tewksbury Town Report, now-retired Fire Chief Richard Mackey was the highest paid municipal employee with a salary of $153,066.50.

4. It's Happening Today: It's Free Family Movie Matinee time at the Tewksbury Public Library. Today, a 2 p.m., the library will offer a free showing of Gnomeo and Juliet.

5. In Case You Missed It: Two stories from over the weekend you might have missed.