Salem Police Department Earns Fourth State Accreditation

The Salem PD passed the Massachusetts Police Commission accreditation process including 257 minimum standards and 125 optional standards.

3 Injured In Salem 4-Vehicle Chain Reaction Crash On North Street

The street was shut down for about 90 minutes as Salem fire cut the driver's door off one vehicle so they could remove the driver.

Dog Abandoned In Salem Canine Park Stirs Emotions On North Shore

Salem police said the dog was found Monday wearing a blue choke collar and without a microchip.

74K Fentanyl-, Meth-Laced Pills Seized In Major North Shore Drug Bust

Among the 23 people charged in the trafficking bust on Wednesday were residents of Beverly, Danvers, Salem, Peabody and Swampscott.

No Crime Cited After Heavy Salem Police Response Tuesday Afternoon

Salem police said the incident that forced the closure of Marlborough Road for hours late Tuesday afternoon is still under investigation.

Marlborough Road Closed Amid Salem Police Investigation Tuesday Night

The road was closed for about two hours Tuesday night as police responded with heavy force to a situation near Outlook Avenue.

Coast Guard Suspends Search For Missing Salem Sailor

The 22-year-old reportedly set sail out of Salem for Florida on Sept. 22 and was last heard from off the coast of Long Island on Sept. 28.

'It's About Damn Time': MA Pols On President Biden's Fed Pot Pardons

Marijuana possession and licensed sale has been legal in Massachusetts since a voter referendum approved it in 2016.

Car Plunges Off Salem Bridge Into Danvers River

A driver was rescued from the Danvers River Tuesday night after driving off the Kernwood Bridge Tuesday night.

Salem Man Charged In Pair Of Convenience Store Smash-And-Grabs

Salem police said in both cases the front glass of the business was shattered and the suspect left behind evidence.

Salem Man Charged In Armed Robbery, Kidnapping Of Dunkin' Manager

The victim told police she was carjacked and robbed of the cash deposits at gunpoint after finishing her shift last week.

Illegal Gun Crackdown In Salem: Police Chief

Salem Police Chief Lucas Miller said there has been a "troubling" number of cases of illegal firearms possessions and use recently.

Get A Glimpse Inside Salem's Police Department

The 10-week class will offer insight into the Salem Police Department, current case law and the day-to-day duties of officers.

Suspect In Custody After Gunshots Fired In Salem

Salem police said they confirmed the reports of "shots fired" early Sunday morning.

Peabody Bike Path Attack Injures Man On Independence Greenway

There was a large police presence in the area on Wednesday after man reported being attacked and robbed around noon.

Arlington, Salem Men Charged With Sex Offenses In Salem: Police

Salem police said a city man was charged with failure to register as a sex offender and an Arlington man was charged with enticing a minor.

2 Guns Seized In Arrests Of Peabody, Salem Men: Police

A loaded 9mm handgun and 9mm pistol were seized in two arrests over a two-day period this week.

UPDATE: Suspect Named In Salem State Student's 1986 Killing

Claire Gravel's body was found in the woods on the northbound side of Route 128 in Beverly in June of 1986.

Smoke On The North Shore: Hazy Days As Brushfires Burn Across Region

As crews continue to battle blazes in Lynn, Saugus and Wakefield, residents reported smelling and seeing smoke throughout the weekend.

'Multiple Fires' Close North Shore Park As Extreme Drought Persists

The Lynn Fire Department said "extensive fire activity" has caused the immediate closure of the Lynn Woods Reservation.

Salem Fugitive Arrested In MA During Investigation Of Break-In

Adam Howe was wanted in Salem for allegedly receiving stolen property. He faces multiple charges in MA, including breaking and entering.

Beagles From Closed Breeding Facility Will Be Up For Adoption In MA

The dogs coming to Massachusetts are among some of the 4,000 beagles that were rescued from Envigo in Virginia.

SWAT Team Makes Arrest In Salem Electric Bike Robbery

Salem State University told students and staff to avoid the campus area during the search and investigation Tuesday morning.

'She Has Always Been In Our Thoughts': Accused Child Killer Arraigned

Danielle Root, the cousin of 11-year-old stabbing victim Melissa Tremblay, was at the Salem arraignment of accused killer Marvin McClendon.

Man Accused In 1988 Killing Of 11-Year-Old Girl To Be Arraigned

Marvin McClendon, 74, is accused of the stabbing death of Salem, NH 11-year-old Melissa Ann Trembley in 1988.

'Gun Violence Is An American Epidemic': Salem Board Of Health

The Board of Health weighed in on the national gun debate after recent mass shootings and the Supreme Court ruling on concealed weapons.

Salem Wants Residents To Report Illegal Fireworks In The City

The city will issue fines of up to $300 for each incident, $1,000 and possible jail time for selling illegal fireworks.

Police Warn Of 'Toy' Gun Social Media Craze After Child Was Shot In MA

Salem police are urging parents to talk to their children about the dangers of paintball guns and other projectile weapons marketed as toys.

Salem Police To Host Cookout With A Cop Featuring Resource Dog Derby

The free, family event will be held on July 2.

Salem Parking Ticket Appeals Will No Longer Be Allowed In-Person

Starting on July 1, appeals must be made via email within 21 days of the ticket date.

Former Salem Teacher Accused Of Assaulting Saltonstall School Girls

Daniel Hakim, 36, of North Andover, was charged Wednesday with 32 counts of aggravated indecent assault and battery on a child under 14.

Man Accused In 1988 Killing Of 11-Year-Old Girl Indicted For Murder

An Essex County Grand Jury indicted 74-year-old Marvin McClendon Wednesday on first-degree murder charges in the death of Melissa Tremblay.

Accused Salem Satanic Temple Arsonist Arraigned

Daniel Lucey, 42, was charged with arson and civil rights violations following Friday's fire at the Bridge Street temple.

3 Salem Juveniles Charged In School Violence Threats

Police said the juveniles threatened a shooting at Collins Middle School amid a day of prank 9-1-1 calls from a deactivated cell phone.

Arrest Made In Salem Satanic Temple Arson: Police

Salem police said Daniel Damian Lucey admitted to traveling to Salem from Chelsea Friday night to commit a "hate crime."

Salem Police Add Patrols After Collins Middle School Shooting Threat

Police said the "not credible" threat was among several false reports of shots fired made via anonymous 911 calls Friday morning.

Salem Police To 'Vigorously' Pursue Spiked-Drink Perpetrators

Salem Police Chief Lucas Miller reiterated Thursday that spiking a drink is a felony assault and will be investigated and prosecuted.

Nahant Drowning Victim Identified: Essex DA's Office

The 22-year-old woman was found unresponsive at about 3 p.m. on Tuesday.

Salem's 'Bewitched' Statue Cleans Up Well After Vandalism

The iconic Elizabeth Montgomery statue is looking like her old self Tuesday after being hit with red spray paint on Monday.

Truck Slams Into Salem House Early Monday Morning

The truck crashed into a home on Jefferson Avenue shortly past midnight Sunday night.