Salem 'Guaranteed Income' Program Draws 'Astounding' Response

The pilot program to help 100 city residents combat poverty through $500 monthly cash payments closed applications one day after opening.

Salem To Dedicate Veterans Square In Memory Of D-Day Infantryman

U.S. Army Private First Class William "Willie" Soboczinski Square will be formally dedicated on Nov. 11.

Joan Lovely: Patch 2nd Essex State Senate Candidate Profile

Patch posed the same five questions to candidates running to represent the 2nd Essex District with the answers included here.

Salem Awarded $900K In Climate Grants For Winter Island, Collins Cove

The funding are part of $5.2 million in Healey-Driscoll administration Coastal Resilience Grant Program awards.

Salem To Give Residents $500 Monthly 'Guaranteed Income' For 1 Year

The pilot program is designed to help 100 city residents combat poverty through the money cash payments.

Salem, MassHire North Shore Awarded $500K State Grant

The Senator Kenneth J. Donnelly Workforce Success Grant is from the Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development.

Celebrating 89 Years of Social Security

We Are Proud to Serve the American People

Damian Anketell: Patch 2nd Essex State Senate Candidate Profile

Patch posed the same five questions to candidates running to represent the 2nd Essex District with the answers included here.

U.S. Rep. Seth Moulton To Celebrate Gomes Service Award Honorees

Salem, Lynnfield, Marblehead and Peabody residents are among this year's honorees.

'History Changes': Salem Task Force To Tackle City Seal Debate

The task force will spend up to 18 months gathering information and preparing a recommendation on whether to change the official city seal.

Salem Braces For 1.2 Million Visitors This Halloween Season

City officials announce road closures, free weekend downtown shuttles and additional train service as crowds inundate the Witch City.

How We Protect You from Misleading Advertising and Communications

You Can Help Stop Scam

Social Security Serves the Hispanic Community

Hispanic Heritage Month

Salem State Earns Silver Seal For Student Voting Outreach Efforts

The Silver Seal is awarded to institutions that saw between 30 and 39 percent of the campus hit the polls.

Combating Elder Abuse

Don't Be Afraid to Report It

State Commits To Salem Wind Terminal Energy Purchase

Gov. Maura Healey said on Friday the state agreed to purchase enough energy from New England 1 to power 400,000 homes across the state.

Social Security Supports Teachers

We Value the Efforts All Teachers Make

Salem 2024 Primary Election Guide: Races, Where To Vote

To help you brush up on all the races before polls open Tuesday, we've put together a guide to the ballot and where to vote.

Salem Interest-Free Loan Program For Homeowners Launched

Salem residents can apply for interest-free loans for emergency home repairs, heating upgrades and safety and health issues.

Salem Restaurants, Entertainment Struck From Business Zoning Ordinance

A zoning ordinance designed to bring more "walkable" small businesses to Salem neighborhoods will not include some proposed establishments.

Salem Voters To Use New 'ImageCast' Ballot Machines For Elections

The new machines replace the AccuVote scanners which have been in use since 1998.

Salem 'Mobile Mayor's Office' To Visit Forest River Pool

Residents can obtain many City Hall services and get staff assistance at the community room on Clifton Avenue on Wednesday.

'Really Exciting': Officials Break Ground On Salem Offshore Wind Site

Gov. Maura Healey and Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll were in Salem for the ceremonial groundbreaking ceremony at a former coal plant.

New MA Law Settles North Shore Long-Simmering ADU Debates

The Affordable Homes Act allows accessory-dwelling units "by-right" for all single-family home zoning districts across the state.

Salem State Recognized For Student Civic Engagement Programs

The National Study of Learning, Voting and Engagement recognized the school for its student voter registration efforts.

Social Security Video Connect: Connect with Us from Anywhere

Making Doing Business with Us Easier

'Passing The Torch': U.S. Rep. Moulton Endorses Harris, Honors Biden

After calling on Biden to abandon his re-election bid, Moulton called him "a father of our party and a leader for America and the world."

Social Security’s Top 5 Ways to Protect Against Identity Theft

We Encourage You To help Protect Your Information

How We Serve People Who Have Limited English Proficiency

We Aim to Reduce Language Barriers

'Path To Failure': Rep. Moulton Reissues Call For Biden To Step Aside

The North Shore Congressman said the president's performance at Thursday's press conference did not allay fears of a November defeat.

Salem To Host Climate Change Conference At Peabody Essex Museum

The fourth annual conference set for Sept. 18 will focus on addressing climate impacts on the region's historic resources.

U.S. Rep. Seth Moulton: 'Grave Concerns' About Joe Biden's Campaign

The North Shore Congressman is among those urging President Biden to reconsider his ability to beat former President Donald Trump this fall.

Defending Against Scammers Who Target Your Social Security Benefits

Three Things You Should Do

Celebrate Your Independence with Social Security

Financial Independence for Millions of Hardworking People

Essex County DA Hires New Communications Chief

Former digital and radio medial professional Michael Keefe-Feldman will take over press duties for District Attorney Paul Tucker.

'Sad Day In American Politics': MA Pols React To Trump Conviction

U.S. Rep. Seth Moulton said of Donald Trump, "no one is above the law, not even a former president," after Thursday's verdict was announced.

Salem City Hall On Move To Levesque Community Life Center (For A Day)

The next Mobile Mayor's Office will be on May 21 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Salem Mayor Proposes 4.1 Percent Budget Increase For Fiscal Year 2025

Mayor Dominick Pangallo said most of the increase is "fixed costs," which include personnel, inflation and the end of COVID-era ARPA funds.

Former Danvers, Salem Water Officials Fined For Ethics Violations

The State Ethics Commission said a water meter manufacturer paid for ski trips, dinners, Red Sox and Celtics tickets.

Salem Encampment Ban Passes With Fines Option For Homeless Stricken

The Salem City Council passed the ban on camping on city property by a 10-1 vote but removed fines for unhoused individuals.