Macro or Micro: Salem Man's Otherworldly Images in Smithsonian

A Salem man's work has been featured on Smithsonian.com.

Put Your Yard Waste Out This Week in Salem

Yard waste will be picked up curbside in Salem this week.

Universal Steel Parking Lot Opening Saturday

The parking lot at the site of the former Universal Steel building will open ahead of schedule.

Travel Channel Filming in Salem Next Month

Film crews with The Travel Channel are coming to Salem in November.

Universal Steel Parking Lot to Open in Salem Oct. 24

Salem's new parking lot on Bridge Street will open to the public Thursday, Oct. 24.

Salem McDonalds Hosting Haunted House

The McDonalds on Traders Way in Salem will be hosting a haunted house this month.

Mass. Maritime Grads Get Worldwide Attention With 'Captain Phillips'

The story of two grads of nearby Mass. Maritime Academy in Buzzards Bay has been made into the blockbuster "Captain Phillips."

Is Salem's Mandatory Recycling Policy Working on Your Street?

You tell us - have you seen a difference on your street since the city's new mandatory recycling ordinance went into effect?

We Live Longer Lives Than Most of Massachusetts

Americans are living longer than they were three decades ago, but there are widening disparities between counties. See how Essex County stacks up.

Salem Patch's Top 10 Stories of the Week

Here's a look back at our top 10 stories of the week.

What's Going On in These Old Pictures?

Anyone out there know what's going on in these old Salem photographs?

Check Out These Vintage Photos of The Salem Willows

Here are some vintage photographs taken at The Salem Willows.

$45M Dodge Street Development Public Hearing Tuesday

Here are the five things you need to know before you start your day in Salem.

Salem's Top 10 Stories of the Week

Here's a look back at Salem's top 10 stories of the week.

Top Essex County Court Clerk Under Fire

Here are the five things you need to know before you start your day in Salem.

Mandatory Recycling Begins in Salem Today

Here are the five things you need to know before you start your day in Salem.

Why Wasn't My Yard Waste Picked Up?

Wondering why you're yard waste wasn't picked up this week? We've got an answer for you.

Scenes of Salem After the Great Fire of June 25, 1914

Check out these cool old photos from The Great Fire of June 25, 1914, featured in a booklet published by The New England Stationary Co.

Your Guide to the 2013 North Shore Pride Festival

Here is everything you need to know about the 2013 North Shore Pride Festival.

Salem Council Approves $136M Budget

Here are the five things you need to know before you start your day in Salem.

The History of Salem's Lighthouses

Salem Patch history columnist Jerome Curley takes a closer look at the history behind Salem's lighthouses.

Today on Salem Patch: New Features and a New Look

Check out our new community Boards — we built them just for you!

UPDATE: Essex Street Pedestrian Mall Project

Here are the five things you need to know before you start your day in Salem.

Damien Echols Moves to Salem

Echols has been sharing observations about his new home on Twitter.

Governor Says He Will 'Probably' Vote Against Marijuana Ballot Question

The governor, during a live chat with Patch, expressed skepticism about the legalization of medical marijuana, though he sympathized with patients in pain.

Ride the T for Free During September Salem Days

September Salem Days is this weekend.

Local Woman Diagnosed with Pancreatic Cancer Works to Help Others

Amy Vaughn is raising awareness and helping others as she fights for her life.

Heat Advisory Issued for Salem

Heat index values expected to top 100 degrees.

Funeral Scheduled for Bridge Crash Victim

Jim Hayes, a bridge attendant and Salem native was struck by a car in New Hampshire.

Linda Saris — Bringing Passion to The Point

Linda Saris is in her 10th year as director of Salem CyberSpace.

Five Things to Start the Day: May 17

Here are some tidbits from about town.

How Well Do You Know Salem's Revolutionary War History?

Take this quiz about Salem during a formative time in the nation's history.

MBTA Recommendation: Service Cuts/Fare Increases

The MBTA announced Tuesday that its final recommendation will include a reduction in service and fare increases. Transportation officials are still seeking revenues to stave off some cuts for a single year.

VIDEO: Girl Scouts Celebrate 100

The Girl Scouts of America celebrated 100 Tuesday night with a pledge at 7:12 p.m. in Riley Plaza.