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Hello again Salem! We're bringing you the latest town highlights. Don't miss out, keep going! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Dozens of surrendered cats now need homes through Salem's MSPCA shelter
  • What will Obama discuss with students at Salem State tonight?
  • How accessible is Salem's spooky history if you use wheels?

Also on today's calendar: Gods, Gold, & Lost Worlds: Aegean Culture From Atlantis To Alexander and 12 more events.

And lastly, we have a post from a neighbor, Paul L.!

Today's riddle: What did one wall say to the other? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Clouds breaking for some sun, with a high of 62 and low of 51 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Partly sunny and breezy, temps: high: 62, low: 52.
  • Thursday: Rather cloudy and breezy, with a high of 61 and low of 52 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Nearly 100 MA Cats Surrendered; Urgent Need For Kitty Adopters Across Bay State Shelters (patch.com) — An urgent call is going out to Salem-area animal lovers after MSPCA Northeast Animal Shelter in Salem took in 28 of nearly 100 surrendered cats from Worcester and Berkshire counties, straining capacity across the state. Residents are encouraged to adopt, foster, donate, or volunteer to help care for roughly 300 cats and kittens now in MSPCA shelters, with many expected to be available for adoption this week.
   

• Former President Barack Obama visiting Massachusetts today (boston25news.com) — Former President Barack Obama is speaking at Salem State University tonight as part of the Salem State Series, drawing a sold-out crowd of students, faculty, alumni, and local residents. University leaders say his visit underscores Salem State's focus on civic engagement and bringing national voices directly to the North Shore community.
   

• Accessible Salem: Rolling through history, cobblestones and witch trial stories (springfieldnewssun.com) — If you navigate Salem with a wheelchair, scooter, or walker, this guide says the city's historic streets are bumpy but manageable with planning. It highlights the Salem Witch Museum's elevator and helpful staff, urges calling ahead about older buildings, and stresses researching accessible parking and mobility-friendly tours before you visit during busy spooky-season crowds.
   

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📸 Essex Street pedestrian Mall, Salem —Paul L. Like

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🗞 Nearby News

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  • Firefighters from 11 Towns Battle Large Fire at MA Pizzeria (fireengineering.com)
  • Lynn Man Indicted for Transporting Minor to Engage in Prostitution (justice.gov)

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  • Goose Rescued After Week Tangled In Fishing Line On North Shore College Campus (patch.com)
  • North Shore Man Wins 'Bigfoot Bucks' Playing Online Instant Game (patch.com)

Ok Salem! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: I'll meet you at the corner! (Thank you Gary M. for sending it in!)
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