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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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Discounted Trash Overflow Bags for Holidays

$1 per bag, Dec 20-Jan 7

Salem residents may once again purchase official orange Overflow trash bags for $1 per bag for any holiday overflow. Each household may... more ››

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​​​​​​​City of Salem Launches Website for Pioneer Village Project

Signature park project part of Salem’s quadricentennial in 2026

The City of Salem has launched the website for the proposed Pioneer Village signature park project, being undertaken in the lead up to the... more ››

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New Recycling Options for Salem Residents

TerraCycle Collection Bins Available at City Hall Annex

The City of Salem is excited to partner with TerraCycle to offer permanent collection bins to recycle items that would otherwise be thrown... more ››

 “Mama Tingo” by sculptor Will Smith Cabrera. Photo by John Andrews of Creative Collective.

2nd Annual Harbor Connector Path Sculpture Garden

Eight sculptures now on view along waterfront multi-use path

On November 29th, eight new sculptures were installed along the Salem Harbor Connector Path for the 2nd Annual Salem Harbor... more ››

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Sneak peek at the Forest River Park Outdoor Recreation & Nature Center

December 18th, 10:30am-12:30pm

Salem residents and other community members interested in getting a closer look at the new Forest River Park Outdoor Recreation and Nature... more ››

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Public Health Advisory

Ensuring a safe and healthy holiday season

The Salem Board of Health is issuing this advisory to inform the residents of Salem that COVID-19 cases are again on the rise.

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COVID Vaccine Boosters

mass.gov/COVID19booster

Massachusetts residents can access booster doses from more than 1,000 locations, with appointments available now across the... more ››

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COVID Vaccinations for Children Age 5-11

www.salem.com/vaccine

Salem children age 5 to 11 are now eligible to receive the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine. In-school vaccination clinics are being scheduled by... more ››

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Salem PowerChoice Expanding Renewable Electricity Supply

New contract also offers lower electricity prices compared to National Grid

Salem PowerChoice, the City of Salem’s municipal electricity program, is increasing its... more ››

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Salem Awarded $3.3M MassWorks Grant

Funds will make possible road and sidewalk projects in two neighborhoods

The City of Salem has been awarded two MassWorks grants by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, both directed advancing major roadway and... more ››

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Vineyard Wind Partnership for Salem Harbor Port

Project would create hundreds of local jobs at new port facility constructing offshore wind turbines

Vineyard Wind, a joint venture between Avangrid Renewables, a subsidiary of AVANGRID, Inc.

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New Electricity Contract in Salem Results in 100% Renewable Municipal Energy

Contract switches 200 municipal accounts to renewable power sources

In support of the City of Salem’s commitment to a sustainable future and meeting its climate change goals, the City has contracted through... more ››

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Salem Police Advance Body-Worn Cameras Program

Agreements reached on use and policies; procurement and training advanced next

The City of Salem, the Salem Police Department, and the Salem Police Patrolmen’s Union today announced that they have reached an agreement... more ››

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Rental Assistance for Salem Residents

Eviction diversion resources for Salem tenants

The Essex County Bar Association offers free lawyer referral service and 30 minute consultation.

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