2017: The 5 Most-Read Stories On Salem Patch

SALEM, NH — It was another busy year on New Hampshire’s 12 Patch.com sites including Salem. Here are the Top 5 stories of 2017.

1. 99 Restaurants Merging With Restaurant Chain: The Woburn-based restaurant chain has more than 100 locations across the Northeast.
2. Homeland Security, NHSP Reportedly Raiding Massage Parlors: Reports are stating that U.S. Homeland Security, other law enforcement agents are in Exeter, Londonderry, Plaistow, and Salem.
3. Explosion Reported on Irving Street in Salem: Alerts: Salem Police and Fire and Rescue teams are at the home. Residents are being contact via phone as a precaution.
4. NH Madam Found Guilty On Human Trafficking, Prostitution Charges: Lori Barron of Salem was convicted on five counts in a Bay State superior court yesterday after running a "massage parlor" in Lawrence.
5. Eastern Mountain Sports, Bob's Stores to Close NH Stores: Report: Bedford, Nashua, and Salem stores to be sold or closed after bankruptcy filing.

What were the most memorable stories of the year for you? Let us know in the comments section.