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Emergency Order from the Salem Board of Health

Evictions Moratorium

The Salem Board of Health has issued an emergency order placing a moratorium on all residential and commercial evictions within the City of... more ››

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In Its Present Moment, Salem Looks To Its Past

New website preservingsalem.com/salemtogether to share stories of community resilience and inspiration drawn from Salem’s rich history

Salem has faced hard times in the past - fires, storms, epidemics, wars, economic crisis, and more - but throughout these dark periods, the... more ››

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Notice Regarding City Bills

An important message to Salem residents and business owners regarding your tax bill(s):

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Message from Waste Management

Due to increased concerns for worker safety because of the COVID-19 virus, Waste Management asks that Salem residents place all household... more ››

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Zoom Teleconferencing Tool

FAQ

During this unprecedented time the City is making every effort to maintain essential services, including public business. To facilitate... more ››

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Bridge Street Neck: Vision Update Study

Public Comment Period March 19-April 30

In 2009 the City collaborated with neighborhood stakeholders to develop a vision for the future of Bridge Street Neck. A key recommendation... more ››

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City of Salem Launches Salem Together

Salem.com/together for volunteer sign-up, requests for assistance, links to community resources, and other information for COVID-19 response.

Salem Mayor Kim Driscoll today announced that the City of Salem, in partnership with multiple community partners and organizations, has... more ››

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Reminder and Request from the Salem Council on Aging

Older residents can sign up for "Are You OK" calls; COA seeks volunteers for deliveries

The Salem Council on Aging staff are working to identify and support older adults in Salem who may be in need during this difficult time.... more ››

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Salem Launches Vape Pen and E-Cigarette Buy-Back for Youth

Salem students can get $50 for participating and breaking the habit

The City of Salem, in partnership with North Shore Community Health and North Shore Medical Center, is launching a one-year pilot program... more ››

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Salem Joins Smart Growth America’s National Opportunity Zones Marketplace

New tool designed to help produce more equitable projects in Opportunity Zones

The City of Salem is pleased to be part of Smart Growth America’s new National Opportunity... more ››

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City of Salem Receives $250,000 Transportation Grant

Funding from MassDOT’s Workforce Transportation Program will support new on-demand ride share shuttle service.

The City of Salem has received a $250,000 Workforce Transportation Program grant from the Massachusetts Department of Transportation. This... more ››

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City of Salem Receives $400,000 Complete Streets Grant

State funding allows construction of Essex Street improvements to advance.

Mayor Kim Driscoll today announced that the City of Salem has received a $400,000 complete streets grant from the Massachusetts Department... more ››

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City of Salem Publishes Interactive Road Conditions Map

New tool allows residents to easily view road conditions and paving plans.

Mayor Kim Driscoll today announced that the City of Salem has published an interactive online tool that allows residents to easily look up... more ››

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City of Salem Announces Century Tree Program

Planting the next generation of heritage trees in the lead-up to Salem 400 in 2026.

Salem Mayor Kim Driscoll and the Salem Tree Commission have established the Century Tree Program, a new initiative tied to Salem 400, Salem... more ››

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Salem to Offer Year-Round Cycling Options

Bikes and e-scooters will be available through winter months in limited network

The City of Salem’s Zagster Bike Share and pilot e-scooter program will offer residents and visitors year-round micro-mobility options,... more ››

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Installers selected for Solarize Mass Plus clean energy program in Salem, Swampscott, and Nahant

Meet the Installer, December 9, 6-8pm, Community Life Center, 401 Bridge Street, Salem

Solarize Mass Plus, a partnership between the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC), the Department of Energy Resources (DOER) and... more ››

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City of Salem Announces Tree Fund

New City fund will help replace trees damaged or lost from October 17th storm

Mayor Kim Driscoll has announced that the City of Salem is now raising donations to help support the cost of replacing trees damaged or... more ››

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City of Salem Launches Bertram Field Fundraising

Donation link and project information at salemathleticsfund.org

The City of Salem has launched the private fundraising effort associated with the Bertram Field improvement project. To donate to the... more ››

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Reminder Regarding Short Term Rentals in Salem

Salem residents considering listing property for short-term rental in October encouraged to register and familiarize themselves with new regulations.

As of April 15, 2019 the Salem City Council adopted new regulations pertaining to short-term rentals in Salem.

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