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Get on up, Salem! It's Tony Schinella. Let's get you started this Wednesday with everything you need to know going on today in Salem.
First, today's weather:
Times of clouds and sun. High: 47 Low: 30.
Here are the top stories today in Salem:
- Salem Housing Market: How Fast Homes Are Selling
- Salem Calendar: See What's Happening In The Area This Week
- BILLY CHIN Obituary (2021) - Brookline, MA - Boston Globe (Legacy.com)
- New Health Care CEO; Petition To Save City Forest: PM Patch NH
- NH Governor Sununu announces COVID-19 vaccine booster blitz (msnNOW)
- NH Reports 21 New COVID-19 Deaths Amid 'Very Severe' Winter Surge (NBC10 Boston)
- Grady gears up for another season of giving (Eagle-Tribune)
- Concord, Waltham NH Lottery Winners Have Chance At $1M Drawing
- Whistleblower David Rosenberg reaches $30M settlement with Prime Automotive Group (Cape Cod Times)
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Today in Salem:
- Spotlight Tour - The Birches Academy of Academics - Art a Public Charter Sch (5:00 PM)
- Conservation Commission Meeting - Salem Town Hall (7:00 PM)
From my notebook:
- Granite United: "Beyond Sunday | Granite Live @ 7:05" (Facebook)
- Salem High School: "Congratulations to our championship softball team as they are honored during tonight's school board meeting." (Facebook)
- Salem Animal Rescue League: "SARL works with many wonderful transport partners across the U.S. For many animals, a journey to New England is their last chance to find a forever home. Together we can rescue and rehome more animals that deserve a chance to thrive with..." (Facebook)
- Salem Animal Rescue League: "Dogs are coming back to SARL in early 2022, and we can't wait! Together we can make sure they have everything they need, including food, treats, toys, beds, blankets, medicine, and more to stay happy and healthy while they wait for their..." (Facebook)
- Salem Animal Rescue League: "Together we can make a difference when an animal has a medical emergency. Sometimes our animals have emergency medical needs that require off-site emergency care. The costs for these necessary - and sometimes life-saving - services can o..." (Facebook)
- Salem Animal Rescue League: "WOW! Thank you so much Hawksie's for doing this! So kind and generous! We and the animals are very grateful! #GivingTuesday" (Facebook)
- Salem Animal Rescue League: "Together we can be sure the 500+ animals that come through SARL annually stay healthy. Your #GivingTuesday donation will help fund vaccines and other medications for our cats and dogs. Donate at https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/..." (Facebook)
- Greater Salem Chamber of Commerce: "We love the spirit of our neighbor and member, Enterprise Bank! They are a great group of people, dedicated to our community. #wickedawesomemember #grsalemchamberofcommerce #supportlocal #lovelocal #SmallBusinessSeason" (Facebook)
- Salem NH Softball: "Congratulations to the champions again! We are so proud of you ladies!" (Facebook)
- Salem Animal Rescue League: "Together we can provide enrichment toys for our kitties (and soon dogs). Enrichment engages animals mentally and physically, and is critical in encouraging smarter, healthier, and better behaved pets. Donate at https://secure.lglforms.co..." (Facebook)
- Salem Animal Rescue League: "Together we can let the dogs out! We all know the importance of getting pups outside to play. With dogs coming back to SARL, we need to replace some of our outdoor kennels. Your #GivingTuesday donation will help fund new outdoor play are..." (Facebook)
- Greater Salem Chamber of Commerce: "Today is Giving Tuesday! It is a perfect day to donate to a non -profit organization. Here is a list of our great non-profit chamber members: https://www.gschamber.com/list/category/non-profit-organization-286?q=&c=286&sa=False" (Facebook)
- Kelley Library: "Holiday Food Science Thursday December 9th at 4:00 PM for ages 5-10 In the special Holiday Food Science program, experiment with one of your favorite holiday treats, candy canes. Register here https://forms.gle/CPgT6xQSdgj16eeTA" (Facebook)
- Salem Animal Rescue League: "Together we can expand our community medicine program to better serve pet owners who need help, and reduce the incidence of unwanted pets. Your #GivingTuesday donation will assist in the purchase of new equipment such as microscopes, por..." (Facebook)
- Birches Academy: "Our next school tour is tomorrow at 5pm! Can't make it then but want to check us out? Just contact us. As a reminder, the deadline to enter our 2022-23 Kindergarten class lottery is January 31. All other grades are admitted via our waitl..." (Facebook)
- Salem Animal Rescue League: "Together we can make sure homeless pets are warm and safe while they wait for their forever families. Heating and electricity costs are rising dramatically, which means we have to shift costs away from other needs to pay the higher bills..." (Facebook)
- Greater Salem Chamber of Commerce: "Are you looking for a special gift? Check out all the unique gifts at our member, DeColores Christian Books & Gifts! They offer excellent, personal customer service and have gifts for any occasion. #wickedawesomemember #grsalemchamberofc..." (Facebook)
- Greater Salem Chamber of Commerce: "We love the charity work of our member, Project Soul Yoga! So often teenagers are overlooked during the holiday season. Please contact them directly if interested in helping with this cause. Thank you to Project Soul Yoga for always givi..." (Facebook)
- Salem School District Television: "Watch tonight's School Board meeting on Livestream and Ch 6 in Salem. https://livestream.com/salemschooldistrict/events/9967117" (Facebook)
- Birches Academy: "Are you passionate about the mission of The Birches Academy and the positive impact we have on our students? The Foundation of Birches Academy invites you to help support our future by contributing to our Annual Fund on this #GivingTuesd..." (Facebook)
- Greater Salem Chamber of Commerce: "See what's happening with your favorite Chamber! https://conta.cc/3D9H9cd" (Facebook)
- Greater Salem Chamber of Commerce: "Our member, Maddie's, is back open after their vacation. Check out their weekly specials! #wickedawesomemember #grsalemchamberofcommerce #supportlocal #eatlocal #lovelocal" (Facebook)
- Greater Salem Chamber of Commerce: "Good to know if you need snow removal services. Call our member, Maddox Landscaping & Construction, 781-299-2204. #wickedawesomemember #grsalemchamberofcommerce #supportlocal #lovelocal #winter2021 #snowremoval" (Facebook)
- Greater Salem Chamber of Commerce: "Lots of stocking stuffers and chocolate galore, available at our member, Sama Chocolatier! Check out her website: www.samachocolatier.com #wickedawesomemember #grsalemchamberofcommerce #supportlocal #shoplocal #holiday2021" (Facebook)
- Greater Salem Chamber of Commerce: "Our member, Boys & Girls Club of Greater Salem, NH, can use your help. Please see details below. #wickedawesomemember #grsalemchamberofcommerce #supportlocal #lovelocal #holiday2021" (Facebook)
- Salem Animal Rescue League: "Just two hours left to donate to SARL during #GivingTuesday.Together we have saved lives. Together we can save many more. Please consider a donation to SARL. Click here https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/CivenPGRQsfb_b49CrMGCA?fbc..." (Facebook)
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— Tony Schinella
About me: Award-winning journalist and broadcaster for Patch.com in NH (off and on) since June 2011. Community coverage includes Concord, Hampton-North Hampton, Merrimack, Nashua, Portsmouth, and Salem. Reachable at tony.schinella@patch.com. Career highlights available on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/an...
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