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Salem Cultural Council Vacancies

The Salem Cultural Council is looking for a few new members!The Salem Cultural Council (SCC) receives funds from the Massachusetts Cultural... more ››

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Yard Waste Drop-Off Resumes April 15 at Salem Transfer Station

Salem residents may drop off leaf, grass, and brush at Transfer Station starting April 15th, 2023

Salem residents with proof of residency or property ownership will be able to drop off their yard waste at the Salem Transfer Station on... more ››

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City of Salem Seeks Programming Manager for Charlotte Forten Park

Continuing efforts to provide consistent activities, the City announces an opportunity to creatively use the park to bring in residents and visitors of all ages.

Salem, Massachusetts (March 30, 2023) – The City of Salem is excited to announce a new opportunity for a dedicated... more ››

 Welcome Salem’s new Director of Sustainability and Resiliency!

 Welcome Salem’s new Director of Sustainability and Resiliency!

Introducing Neal Duffy, Salem's Director of Sustainability and Resiliency

Welcome, Salem’s new Director of Sustainability and Resiliency!Introducing Neal Duffy, Salem's Director of Sustainability and Resiliency 

City of Salem Releases Street Sweeping Schedule for 2023

Salem Acting Mayor Robert McCarthy announced today that spring street sweeping will begin on Salem’s entrance corridors on Tuesday, March... more ››

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Affordable Housing Lottery

Harbor Point, located at 20 Harbor Street & 129 Lafayette Street

The lottery is now open for Harbor Point, located at 20 Harbor Street & 129 Lafayette Street in Salem. Harbor Point is a rental... more ››

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City of Salem Snow Emergency Reminders

With arrival of winter weather, City of Salem issues reminder about snow removal and parking rules during emergencies

With the arrival of winter, the City of Salem is issuing a reminder about the City’s rules and ordinances regarding snow removal and... more ››

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Salem Receives $80,000 in State Grants to Advance Two Equity Projects

Initiatives focus on equity and diversity in City processes and workforce

The City of Salem has been awarded $80,000 in two Community Compact Grants from the Commonwealth.

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Free COVID Tests for Salem Residents

Up to five boxes of tests per person available

The City of Salem has additional free rapid antigen COVID-19 tests available for at-home use. With the holidays approaching, the City has... more ››

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Salem Tree Alert

Emerald Ash Borer Beetles Infect Local Trees

The Salem Tree Commission advises the public that the emerald ash borer (EAB), an invasive beetle from Asia, is increasingly active in... more ››

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Salem CPA Determination of Eligibility Application Available

FY23 Eligibility Applications due by January 3rd

The Community Preservation Committee (CPC) has released its FY23 Community Preservation Plan and FY22 Annual Report. The Community... more ››

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Discounted Trash Overflow Bags for Holidays

$1 per bag, December 19 through January 6

Salem residents may purchase official Orange Overflow trash bags for $1 per bag for any holiday overflow. Each household may purchase up to... more ››

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City of Salem Directs ARPA Funds to Winter Heating Assistance

$500,000 will supplement existing LIHEAP funds to assist more Salem residents this winter

Mayor Kim Driscoll today announced that the City of Salem has directed $500,000 of its federal American Rescue Plan Act funds to supplement... more ››

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Curative COVID-19 PCR Testing Site in Salem Closing 12/31

The City of Salem has been notified by Curative that their free COVID-19 PCR testing site in Riley Plaza will close on December 31, 2022.... more ››

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Salem PowerChoice Energy Disclosure

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

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Temporary Housing for Families Experiencing Homelessness

Partnership between City of Salem, DHCD, Salem State University, and Centerboard

The City of Salem, Salem State University (SSU), and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts through the Department of Housing and Community... more ››

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Haunted Happenings 2022 Salem Residents’ Survey

Survey online until November 18th

The 2022 Salem residents’ Haunted Happenings and Halloween survey is now online at... more ››

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Mattress Recycling in Salem

Curbside pick-up for recycling in Salem

Per new state regulations, mattresses and box springs can no longer be disposed of as trash and instead must be recycled. The City of Salem... more ››

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Salem Launches Salem City Academy

​​​​​​​New program aims to increase civic participation and engagement in local government

Earlier this fall Mayor Kim Driscoll’s office launched a new program called Salem City Academy (SCA).

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Salem electricity savings from PowerChoice

City's electricity program projected to save community $9.9 million this winter, as National Grid supply rates set to triple

What to know about winter rate increases

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