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Boosted is Best

Ages 12+ eligible for COVID vaccine booster; 50+ eligible for 2nd booster

The COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective, and continue to be highly effective against hospitalization and severe outcomes of COVID-19.

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City of Salem, Prime Group commence public planning effort for Shetland Park

Framework Plan aims to align community and owner priorities and vision for future of site

Work has begun on a Framework Plan for investments in Shetland Park, one of the city’s largest privately-owned commercial properties.

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Moving to .gov

You may have noticed that our website has begun to resolve as salemma.gov. This is an important step in migrating to a more secure, and... more ››

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Unclaimed Funds for Salem Residents

City Treasurer issues list of claimed checks

Salem's City Treasurer's office has released the most recent list of unclaimed checks at www.... more ››

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Salem PowerChoice Energy Mix Disclosure

Updated electricity generation disclosure labels are available for the City's electricity program, Salem PowerChoice. These documents... more ››

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Salem to Receive $1.3 Million for Response to Opioids Crisis

Funds provided through legal settlement with pharmaceutical companies

The City of Salem will receive approximately $1.3 million between this year and 2038 as part of a historic lawsuit against pharmaceutical... more ››

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Offering a short-term or vacation rental in Salem

Reminder for property owners about local rules for short-term rentals

With spring approaching, some Salem homeowners and property owners may be thinking about listing their home or a portion of it as a short-... more ››

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Stay informed about announcements from the City of Salem

Stay up to date with important information from the City

The City of Salem offers a multitude of ways to stay informed about important news, time-sensitive notices, and public meetings. Follow the... more ››

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City of Salem and WM Scholarship

For a More Sustainable Tomorrow

The City of Salem, in partnership with WM (the city's solid waste and recycling service provider), is excited to announce a new annual... more ››

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North Shore Municipalities Publish 2022 Diversity Catalog

Salem, Beverly, Peabody, Lynn, Swampscott, and Marblehead directory includes 249 MWBE local businesses across the North Shore

The Cities of Salem, Beverly, Peabody, and Lynn, and the Towns of Swampscott and Marblehead have published the second annual North Shore... more ››

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City of Salem Cautions Residents To Only Use Official Online Bill Pay Portal

Third-party bill payment sites may charge extra fees, collect personal data

The City of Salem has been made aware of a website that appears to represent itself as the portal for paying City bills online. The only... more ››

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Salem is No Place for Hate

Joint community statement condemning antisemitic attacks on City board members and staff

Over the past several weeks members of the Salem Board of Health and Health Department staff with names perceived to indicate that they are... more ››

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Salem Board of Health Votes to Rescind COVID-Related Public Health Rules

Board cites feedback from hospital leaders and improving public health conditions in community

Based on feedback from local hospital leaders and improving public health metrics in the community, the Salem Board of Health has voted... more ››

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FEMA Region I Coastal Erosion Hazard Areas Study Presentation

February 16th, 6:30 p.m., online

In 2016, FEMA received a recommendation from its Technical Mapping Advisory Council to display flood risks in coastal areas that include... more ››

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Revitalizing the Arts at Salem’s Old Town Hall

City of Salem announces three new partnerships creating opportunities to engage with the arts and this historical building.

The City of Salem has announced three new exciting partnership and opportunities for community members, artists, and visitors alike to... more ››

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Salem Reprecincting Approved

New ward/precinct map now in effect

The Commonwealth has approved the City of Salem’s recent reprecincting, which is the redrawing and adjustment of ward and precinct... more ››

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City of Salem Call for Creatives

Public Artists in Residence & Artists' Row tenants

The City of Salem is pleased to announce a call for creatives for the Public Artist in Residence Program for 2022, 2023, and 2024 and... more ››

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Donations to Assist Families Displaced by Lussier and Boston Street Fires

City accepting donations and gift cards to support fire victims

The City of Salem is conducting a relief effort for the Salem residents who were displaced by the devastating recent fires on Lussier... more ››

Salem PowerChoice Energy Disclosure Label

The electricity supplier for Salem PowerChoice, the City's electricity program, has sent energy mix disclosure labels.

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Salem Named a Bicycle-Friendly City

League of American Bicyclists Awards City Bronze-Level Designation

Today, the League of American Bicyclists honored the efforts of the City of Salem to build better places for people to bike with its bronze... more ››

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