News in Salem
Mayor’s Night Out – Fun For The Whole Family
Trick-or-treating, free museum admissions, garage parking, and merchant specials – this year a Salem400+ signature event ~ Friday, September 25th
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 hold flag raising ceremony in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month
Mayor Dominick Pangallo and the City of Salem invite you to join in the Hispanic Heritage Month Flag Raising Ceremony this coming Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at 12:00pm, at Riley Plaza (1 Margin Street, Salem).
City of Salem Awarded Additional $1 Million State Grant to Extend Salem Skipper Service
Mayor Pangallo announced today that the City of Salem has been awarded an additional $1 million in funding through the MassDOT Microtransit and Last Mile Transit Grant Program, helping to extend operation of the popular Salem Skipper service.
AllOTSEGO.com (The Freeman's Journal)
Published September 11In Memoriam: Barbara M. Schanz
Barbara M. Schanz, 94, passed away peacefully at her home in Cooperstown, New York on August 30, 2026. Barbara was born on July 11, 1932 in Salem, Massachusetts to James and Olive Cox (nee Lain). As a young child her family moved to Ramsey, New Jersey.
Salem, Massachusetts Achieves 3-Star Certified Welcoming designation from Welcoming America
As Salem prepares to mark the start of national Welcoming Week, Mayor Pangallo announced that the City has achieved a 3-star Certified Welcoming Community designation from Welcoming America.
25th Anniversary September 11th Remembrance Ceremony
On the 25th anniversary, the City of Salem will hold a brief September 11th remembrance ceremony at Salem Fire Department headquarters, in front of the September 11th memorial, on Friday, September 11th at 9:55am.
Employer Lunch-and-Learn Workshop: Visas for Employees
Join MCD Immigration Law's attorney Mabel Covarrubias Doucette, along with the Salem Chamber of Commerce and the City of Salem, for a free session related to how visas such as PERM, H-1B, E-2 and L-1 can support your business growth, on Sept 22 at noon.
City of Salem to Celebrate Parks Days as Part of Salem 400+ Quadricentennial
Community invited to visit and reconnect with the City’s more than 40 beloved public parks and public spaces
Community, your VOICES matter! (Online Survey)
The design of Salem's new High School is underway! As part of this process, we have the opportunity to reflect on the image of Salem High School we put out into the world. Please share your feedback in this survey by 9/23/2026.