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Methuen and YWCA Announce New Women's Empowerment Facility
The City of Methuen and YWCA Northeastern Massachusetts will open a new Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Services office at 5 Wallace St., transforming a former alleged human trafficking site into a resource for survivors.
200-year-old chair honors Marblehead’s missing service members
Marblehead Veterans Agent Roseann Trionfi-Mazzuchelli and VFW Commander Ronald Knight unveiled a 200-year-old chair as the town’s first POW/MIA chair of honor. “I am coming before you to present the […] The post 200-year-old chair honors Marblehead’s missing service members first…
Mayor Pangallo releases the latest episode of his podcast, the Salem Compass
The newest episode features a conversation between Mayor Pangallo and Nate Berkowitz, Executive Director of Root North Shore, and about creating meaningful opportunities for young adults through hands-on training and skill development.
Salem Beautification Committee Invites Residents to Get Spooky with Salem 400+ Cat Coloring Contest
The Salem Beautification Committee is getting into the Halloween spirit and inviting Salem residents of all ages to grab their crayons, colored pencils, markers, and creativity for the Salem 400+ Luna Coloring Contest!
Zero Waste Salem to host City of Salem’s Free Book Swap
Zero Waste Salem's Free Book Swap returns on Sat, Sept 19, 2026, 10AM – 1PM at a NEW location: Horace Mann Laboratory School gym at 79 Willson St. Attendees will find lots of books, CDs, DVDs, records, puzzles, greeting cards & shopping bags, all free.
City of Salem to Unveil Newly Restored George Washington Painting at City Hall
Historic painting will be rededicated after months-long conservation effort.