🌱 Patch AM: 2 North Shore Police Officers Suspended After Suspected Flock Abuse

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2 North Shore Police Officers Suspended After Suspected Flock Abuse

The Lynn Police Department is the latest to raise concerns about the use of Flock license plate surveillance practices.

🌱 Patch AM: Salem State Students Tackle Community Projects Across City

Make time for 2026 Peabody Community Market on the Salem Patch calendar

Salem State Students Tackle Community Projects Across City

The "Humanities Brigade' paired first-year students with Salem groups for paid internships and projects.

Witch City Sets Stage For 'Old School Halloween' For This Year's Haunted Happenings

The Salem Chamber of Commerce announced the date and them for this year's grand parade.

'Clear The Shelters' Fee-Waived Dog Adoption Event This Weekend

Dogs age 1 and older will be available with waived fees at Salem and other Massachusetts shelters Aug. 21-23.

🌱 Patch AM: Salem Back To School Fair Moves To Collins Middle School

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Salem Back To School Fair Moves To Collins Middle School

Construction near the Sarah Parker Remond School prompted a site change for Salem's fair set for Wednesday.

Salem Launches Relief Fund For Putnam Street Fire Victims

Residents permanently displaced by the Aug. 15 fire can be supported through donations and rental leads.

Salem To Restore Historic City Hall Doors As Part Of Salem 400+

The 1837 building's wood entry doors will be removed for repairs and returned by October.

🌱 Patch AM: Salem Teen Faces Gun Charges After Traffic Stop: Police

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Salem Teen Faces Gun Charges After Traffic Stop: Police

Salem police said the 16-year-old was found in possession of a loaded 9mm handgun with an extended magazine of ammunition.

Salem Artists Invited To Apply For Holiday Market At Old Town Hall

Applications are due Aug. 31 for the Salem Arts Association's Nov. 28 market at Old Town Hall.

Salem Sets Poet Laureate Finalist Readings At Charlotte Forten Park

Three local finalists will read their work and take questions during a public event.

🌱 Patch AM: What hidden history waits beyond the lighthouse at Winter Island?

Make time for SummerSing: Vivaldi's Gloria and Randall Thompson's Frostiana on the Salem Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: How a cardboard boat turned into advocacy at Salem’s regatta

And check out SummerSing: Vivaldi's Gloria and Randall Thompson's Frostiana on the Salem Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: How new state climate grants will reshape Salem’s Winter Island shoreline

Be sure to catch Yard Sale Aug 15 & 16 on the Salem Patch calendar

North Shore Drought Still 'Significant' Despite Recent Rain

Above-average July rainfall improved conditions, but much of Massachusetts remains under mild or significant drought.

Salem's Mack Park Farm To Host Annual Farm Fest On Sunday

The free Salem event runs from 3 to 7 p.m. and will support Mack Park Farm's local food mission.

Salem, Peabody Public Schools Awarded State Literacy Grants

Salem and Peabody are among Massachusetts districts receiving PRISM funding to support reading instruction.

Peabody-Based Bridgewell Counseling Clinic Names New Director

Bridgewell said Enid Keefe of Townsend will oversee clinical and administrative staff at its Counseling Services clinic in Lowell.

Salem Man Identified As Body Recovered From Central Wharf Waters

The 64-year-old's body was recovered at about 9:40 a.m. on July 28.

Salem Willows To Host 19th Salem Jazz & Soul Festival

The free, volunteer-run festival will fill Salem Willows with live music, workshops and vendors from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Aug. 15.

21st Annual Salem Derby Street Mile Returns For 2026

The family-focused Salem road race starts at 7 p.m. on Fort Avenue and ends near the Salem Maritime Site.

Salem Biz Town Hall Set To Bring Businesses, City Partners Together

The free event at PEM will include networking, updates from host groups and a curated Q&A.

Porchfest Set For This Weekend In South Salem

A group of roughly 30 locals is organizing Salem's first Porchfest on Sunday.

Salem Youth Football, Cheer Registration Deadline Extended

Families now have until Sunday to register for the upcoming football and cheer season.

Salem-Area Residents Can Get $15 in Free Bluebikes Credit During August

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts is offering a $15 Bluebikes credit starting Aug. 3, while supplies last.

Salem Shelter Seeks Adopters For 5 Young Dogs Surrendered In Essex County

The dogs, surrendered after a welfare response, are expected to be available for adoption later this week.

Salem Trooper's Family Files $20M Lawsuit Against Restaurant Following Fatal Wrong-Way Crash

The family filed the lawsuit over the "preventable death" of Trooper Kevin Trainor, accusing the restaurant of overserving the driver.

Salem Residents Encouraged To Come Out To Celebrate Heritage Days Parade

The city's Salem 400+ weekend includes a harbor welcome, a returning parade and a festival at Salem Maritime.

Salem Woman Charged With Criminal Neglect Of Pomeranian With 'Large Open Wound'

Police said the dog is undergoing treatment at Our Family Veterinary Services in Peabody and its leg is in jeopardy of needing amputation.

Hours-Long Beverly/Salem Bridge Overnight Standoff Ends Peacefully: Police

Salem police said negotiators were able to talk the man off the bridge after three hours at about 6 a.m. on Thursday.

Spin Doctors To Headline 24th Annual Riverfest At Salisbury Beach

The annual free festival returns to the Broadway Boardwalk on August 22, bringing a full day of live music and summer fun to the coast.

Salem Spot Ranked Among Massachusetts' Best Urban Sunset Views: Survey

A new survey named Fan Pier, Longfellow Bridge and Salem Willows the top free public sunset spots in Massachusetts.

Heavy Rain Cancels Salem Ferry Service For Up To 2 Days

Officials said service was canceled on Wednesday with service on Thursday likely to be affected as well.

Salem Launches Essex Heritage's 25th Trails & Sails Season

The free regional event series runs Sept. 12-27 with more than 200 activities across Essex County.

Salem State Sets 2 Free August Concerts Open To Public

The university will present outdoor and indoor performances Aug. 3 and Aug. 16 with free parking available.

Salem's Paul Pinto Named To Executive Position At Ocean State Job Lot

Pinto, of Salem, will lead human resources and people strategy across the retailer's organization.

North Shore Experts Offer Tips For Parents, Students Before College Move-In

The Marblehead Counseling Center said summer is the time to plan for stress, loneliness and new rules.