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 “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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Salem Race Equity Task Force Issues Report

23-member Task Force issues report after year of study, public input, and deliberation

The Race Equity Task Force for the City of Salem has published their final report, available now at... more ››

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Salem Offering Hiring Incentives

Salem Hospitality Employee Incentive Program partners with MassHire to bolster local hospitality industry recovery

Mayor Kimberley Driscoll has announced that the City of Salem and the MassHire North Shore Career Center are now offering hiring incentives... more ››

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Salem Early Education Partnership Program

Major expansion of Pre-K starting 2021-2022 school year

Early childhood education has long been a commitment in the Salem Public School district. The Early Childhood Center  serves Salem's ... more ››

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City of Salem Launches Official City App

My Salem MA connects residents to City information and services on their smart device.

The City of Salem has launched My Salem MA, the official City app for smart devices, including iPhone, Android, and more.

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COVID-19 Mortgage Payment Relief

For eligible FHA-insured borrowers

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Chat Bot Live on Salem Website

New system designed to provide quick answers to common questions

The City of Salem has launched a new tool to help residents find quick answers to their questions about City services, programs, and... more ››

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Resilient Together: Salem & Beverly Climate Action and Resilience Plan

Cities seek public input on draft plan

The Cities of Beverly and Salem are enthusiastic to share the draft Resilient Together, and announce a public... more ››

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Salem and Beverly Offering Property Assessed Clean Energy Program

Participation in state clean energy program reduces carbon footprint of commercial and industrial buildings

In July 2020, MassDevelopment and the Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources launched Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE)... more ››

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Lead Levels Detected on Trails Near McGrath Park

No detection on soccer fields or playground area; signage, fencing will be posted.

Testing of soil samples from a wooded area with walking trails adjacent to the upper soccer fields at McGrath Park in Salem has been found... more ››

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