What Are Salem's Most Dangerous School Bus Stops For Students?

The Bus Patrol pilot program issued a report on the stops most cited for drivers not stopped for buses picking up or unloading students.

Swampscott Man Faces Elderly Assault, Gun Charges At Salem Walmart

Salem police said video footage showed Peter Flynn, 61, had a gun in his waistband when he got into a confrontation with two elderly men.

Salem City Council Renews Expanded Camera Traffic Law Enforcement Push

The City Council voted unanimously on a home-rule petition allowing speeding citations via cameras and automated readers in school zones.

'Salem A Potential Target': New Orleans Terrorist Attack Response

Salem officials said the New Year's terrorist attack will impact Halloween Haunted Happenings 2025 for visitors, residents and businesses.

Essex County Sheriff Warns North Shore Residents Of Telephone Scam

Callers claiming to be from the Sheriff's office or local police demand immediate payment to resolve arrest, missed jury duty issues.

Former Beverly Man Sentenced In 2020 Killing Of Salem Girlfriend

The Essex County District Attorney's Office said John Shairs, 55, was sentenced to 22 years to life for the murder of girlfriend Tina Amore.

Salem Will Not Enforce Federal Immigration Law: Police Chief

Salem Police Chief Lucas Miller sought to ease any concerns among the city's immigrant population about interacting with police officers.

No Explosive Found In Salem Satanic Temple Bomb Threat: Police

UPDATE: Salem police cleared the area of the Satanic Temple earlier Monday afternoon and reopened it to traffic.

'Huge Safety Issue': Salem Bus Camera Pilot Captures 1,100 Violations

The cameras are intended to monitor whether drivers stop for buses stopped for students getting on and off.

North Shore Fires Persist With Record Warmth Expected For Halloween

UPDATE: All open flame and charcoal fires are banned at Massachusetts state parks until further notice because of the elevated fire risk.

Salem Residents, Visitors Warned Against Entering Brush Fire Areas

UPDATE: Officials said the high school and Horace Mann school are expected to be open Wednesday after Tuesday's early dismissal.

New Salem Brush Fire, 250+ Middleton Acres Burn As Smoke Shrouds MA

Salem Public Schools canceled all outdoor activities on Tuesday as new fires filled the region with smokey air.

Salem Downtown Emergency Alert System Test Set For Tuesday

Halloween visitors to the Witch City will hear a series of loud tones followed by a pre-recorded test message.

Several North Shore Brush Fires Send Smoke Across MA

Brush fires continued to smolder in Salem, Peabody, Middleton, Lynnfield, North Reading and the Breakheart Reservation in Saugus on Monday.

Large Brush Fire Burning In Salem, Lynn

The National Guard had joined the response as of Sunday afternoon.

Salem High School Shelter-In-Place Ordered Amid Active Shooter Hoax

Salem police said the high school received a call warning of an active shooter on campus late Monday morning.

Former Salem Resident Killed In Georgia In Apparent Domestic Homicide

The Bartow County Sheriff's Office said Karina Moreno, 42, was found on the living room floor wrapped in a blanket.

North Shore Mass Shooting That Left 2 Men Dead: Arraignments Begin

The first two of six suspects in the drive-by shooting are set to be arraigned in Salem Superior Court on Friday.

'Deeply Sorry': Salem, Saugus Parents Fight In Youth Football Stands

Saugus police said an argument in the stands led to a fight involving up to six people, with one woman injured.

Essex County Residents Warned Of Jury Duty Scam

Essex County DA Paul Tucker said on Monday residents were being contacted and told they missed a jury duty requirement.

Salem Promotes Narcan Training Ahead Of Busy Halloween Season

Residents who take part in the Sept. 30 training will receive free Narcan for use in case of an opioid emergency.

Salem 9-11 Remembrance Ceremony At Firehouse Memorial

The public is invited to the ceremony set for Wednesday at 9:55 a.m.

Car Crashes Into Salem Canal Street Restaurant

Sidelines Sports Bar & Grill was closed on Friday after a car slammed into the front of the restaurant.

Former Salem Gym Teacher To Be Arraigned On Child Sex Charges

The former Salem Academy gym and health teacher is accused of arranging to meet a girl who he believed to be 14 years old for sex.

Runaway Boat Causes Stir In Salem Harbor

A man was injured when he was thrown from an out-of-control boat and then hit in the water on Sunday morning.

Guns, Fentanyl, Cocaine Seized In Salem Mini Mart Drug Bust: Police

Salem police said a Salem resident and a Beverly resident were charged with drug trafficking and firearm crimes.

Former Salem Prosecutor Sentenced To 5 To 10 Years On Rape Conviction

Gary Zerola, a former Suffolk and Essex County prosecutor, was convicted on a rape charge last month.

Salem Teacher Accused Of Trying To Meet 14-Year-Old Girl For Sex

The Salem Academy Charter gym and health teacher was arraigned in Newburyport District Court on July 3.

Salem Common Gaza War Protest: Police Vow No Tolerance For Violence

Salem police said they will respect free speech but will not "tolerate violence or destruction.​"

Salem Police Urge Residents To Report Illegal Fireworks This July 4

City officials said those using fireworks illegally will face a $300 fine, while anyone selling them faces a $1,000 plus possible jail time.

Cocaine, Fentanyl, $30K Seized In Salem, Peabody Drug Bust: Police

Salem police said Peabody detectives assisted in the Traders Way bust that led to drug trafficking charges against a Salem man.

Salem Church Banner Supporting Peace In Israel Vandalized

Pastor Rob Parady told Patch the banner will be replaced as many times as necessary if it is damaged.

New Cryptocurrency Warning On North Shore: Essex County DA

District Attorney Paul Tucker said about $10 million in financial fraud was reported in Essex County last year.

Salem Racist Graffiti Carved Into Freshly Poured Sidewalk

Salem police said two juveniles were charged with felony vandalism on Thursday after an investigation into the Jefferson Avenue incident.

Cocaine Seized In Salem Bust Of Suspected North Shore Drug Ring

Everett police said 375 grams of cocaine and $14,000 were seized in the bust involving Everett, Peabody, Salem and DEA police.

Salem Joins Peabody In School Bus Safety Push Using Cameras

Salem will become the second North Shore city to pilot a stop-arm camera program to monitor cases of drivers passing stopped buses.

Body Found In Waters Of Salem Sound Following Boat Crash

The man's body was discovered following a boat crash into the rocks at Little Misery Island Saturday night.

Oklahoma Man Indicted In Salem Satanic Temple Bombing

Sean Patrick Palmer, 49, was charged with throwing a pipe bomb at the Salem temple and leaving a threatening manifesto last month.

Salem Lottery Scam Warning Involves 'Legitimate-Looking' Check

Salem police warned residents not to fall for the scam that promises a $500,000 prize.

6 North Shore Men Charged In Rash Of MA, NH Convenience Store Thefts

The Essex County District Attorney's Office said 121 indictments were issued after more than $50,000 worth of lottery tickets were stolen.