The City of Salem will be hosting a dedication ceremony for a new marker in Salem commemorating General Lafayette's stop here along his return visit to America in 1824 on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at 1:00 pm at Lafayette Park. Read on...
Mayor Dominick Pangallo and the City of Salem invite you to join in the AAPI (Asian American Pacific Islander) Flag Raising Ceremony this coming Friday, May 22, 2026 at 11:00am, at Riley Plaza (1 Margin Street, Salem).
All are welcome! Read on...
Extreme heat can be dangerous and cause serious illness. As heat waves become more common, it’s important to know who is at higher risk and how to stay safe. Read on...
Mayor Dominick Pangallo and the City of Salem invite you to join in the Haitian Flag Day Flag Raising Ceremony this coming Monday, May 18, 2026 at 11:00am, at City Hall (93 Washington Street, Salem). All are welcome! Read on...
The City of Salem has been working with the Metropolitan Area Planning Council to develop a community-driven vision of the Jefferson Avenue corridor. Read on...
Mayor Dominick Pangallo and the City of Salem, in partnership with Waste Management, are excited to announce this year’s scholarship program. This program will award 1-3 scholarships of $9000 to Salem residents. Read on...
Please be advised that memorial services and the funeral procession for Massachusetts State Trooper Kevin Trainor are planned for St. James Church on Federal Street in Salem this upcoming Wednesday, May 13, 2026. Road closures will begin at 7:30am. Read on...
The Mayor and the Salem Veterans Council invite you to attend the annual Memorial Day ceremony to be held outside at the corner of Mason and Barstow Streets, for the dedication of a veteran square in honor of US Army Sergeant John Dean Ahearn... Read on...
Please be advised that memorial services and the funeral procession for Massachusetts State Trooper Kevin Trainor are planned for St. James Church on Federal Street in Salem this upcoming Wednesday, May 13, 2026. Read on...
For Mental Health Awareness Month 2026, Mental Health America's theme is "More Good Days, Together” and encourages us all to reflect on what a “good” day looks like, both for ourselves, and for our communities... Read on...
The newest episode features Janelle Rolke from Keep Salem Beautiful to talk about what the organization does, how everyone can do their part to keep Salem clean and beautiful, how Janelle landed in her current work, and a little about Change is Simple. Read on...
One year ago today, on May 5, 2025, Massachusetts changed that trajectory. With the passage of eviction record sealing, eligible tenants now have the opportunity to clear their records, opening doors to stable housing and a fresh start. Read on...
Due to changing renewable energy market conditions, participants in the program’s Standard option will no longer receive an additional 20% of their electricity from New England-based renewable energy sources, over and above minimum state requirements. Read on...
The Arbor Day Foundation named Salem a 2025 Tree City USA in honor of its commitment to plant, grow and maintain trees to benefit its community. This is the 25th year the Arbor Day Foundation has recognized the city for promoting tree planting and care. Read on...
Don’t throw away your broken item; bring it to the Repair Café! Zero Waste Salem (formerly SalemRecycles) is hosting a Repair Café on Saturday, May 16, 2026 from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM at the Community Life Center at 401 Bridge St. Appointments are required. Read on...
A rare exhibit of never-before-displayed maps, photographs, records, and artifacts from Salem's municipal history — on view now at Old Town Hall through May 11th Read on...
The latest episode features a conversation between Mayor Pangallo and City of Salem's Director of Finance, James Leblanc. In this detailed conversation, he shares answers to many frequently asked questions about the financial side of this project. Read on...
The City of Salem invites the public to join in commemoration for the Polish Flag Day flag raising ceremony on Friday, May 1, 2026 at 11:00am at Riley Plaza in Salem. All are welcome! Read on...
The City of Salem has launched a relief effort for two households, one with young children, displaced by a fire on Broad Street in Salem last night. Read on...
On the occasion of Earth Day, Mayor Pangallo offered his third annual State of the Environment message, recognizing the important work happening in the City of Salem to promote sustainability and protect our planet, and looking forward to the future. Read on...
Mayor Pangallo today released the latest episode of his podcast, Salem Compass. This month, the podcast focuses on the proposed Salem High School building project. In this episode, he sat down with Committee Co-Chairs Nate Bryant and Rick Jones... Read on...
Mayor Pangallo today announced that residents of Salem can now apply to be Salem’s next Poet Laureate. This initiative, a collaboration with the Salem Public Library, helps promote and celebrate the diverse community of the spoken word art form in Salem. Read on...
The City of Salem High School Building Committee invites members of the public to join one of two upcoming informational webinars about the Salem High School Building Project. Read on...
Mayor Pangallo submitted a comprehensive Property Tax Relief Package to the City Council. The measure builds on the City’s existing 17 property tax relief programs by expanding help for seniors, low-income residents & individuals with disabilities. Read on...
Please take a few moments to complete the brief survey online now at www.salemk12.org/search, to help guide the work of the Superintendent Screening Committee and the School Committee in selecting the best possible leader for our district. Read on...
?Join us to honor the 251th anniversary of Leslie's Retreat with the dedication of a new monument commemorating this important historical moment in Salem. This monument will preserve the memory of this important historical event for generations to come. Read on...
Salem Common will once again fill with the thunder of cannon fire, the roar of a military flyover, & the proud march of 500 soldiers in review - as it has for nearly four centuries. Mark your calendars for Sat, April 11th for this historic commemoration. Read on...
Participe do evento aberto ao público da Jefferson Avenue para saber mais e ajudar a moldar o futuro da região!/¡Únete al evento abierto al público de la Jefferson Avenue para saber más y ayudar a moldear el futuro de la zona! Read on...
Salem Park, Recreational and Community Services released their April calendar of events. Registration for all programs is available at salemma.myrec.com. Call 978-744-0924 with any questions. Read on...
The City of Salem proudly announces the 19 women selected for recognition during this year’s Women’s History Month, celebrating their extraordinary impact on the community... Read on...
The City of Salem invites you to celebrate Transgender Day of Visibility ~ City Hall Chambers, 93 Washington Street, 2nd Floor, Salem, MA ~ Tuesday, March 31, 2026, starting at 12:00pm noon. Read on...
The City of Salem is once again preparing to welcome visitors from its sister city, Ota-ka in Tokyo, Japan. The Salem-Ota Cultural Exchange is still seeking host families for five female students. Read on...
The City of Salem has launched a relief effort for two families displaced by a fire that occurred on Rainbow Terrace in Salem on March 16. Donations are now being collected to support both families as they begin to recover from the fire. Read on...
Learn about and see the current conditions of Salem High School and why a new, robust building is needed.
Sunday, March 29, 2026 ~ 12:00-4:00pm Read on...
Zero Waste Salem’s Free Book Swap returns to the Community Life Center at 401 Bridge Street on Saturday, March 21, 2026 from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm! New this year — A Table of Salem Selections for 400+! Also, bring your TerraCycle items to recycle! Read on...
The City of Salem has launched a relief effort for two households displaced by a recent house fire on Roslyn Street on March 10th. Financial donations are now being accepted to the Relief Fund to support these neighbors as they begin to recover... Read on...
You are invited to Salem Public Schools’ first-ever Design Day on Saturday, March 14 from 11-2 pm at Collins Middle School, a community-centered, collaborative opportunity to help imagine and shape the future of learning in Salem. Read on...
Spring street sweeping begins on March 16, 2026 for the Point Neighborhood, March 17, 2026 for the entrance corridors, March 18, 2026 for the Downtown (B5) district, and March 30, 2026 in Salem’s neighborhoods that will run through April 28. Read on...
Many streets will continue to have temporary parking restrictions as snow cleanup work continues. See the list below of streets, which will be updated at the direction of the Salem Police Department as conditions change. Read on...
The City of Salem Department of Public Services has snowbank removal planned for the following streets OVERNIGHT TONIGHT, Tuesday, March 3. [This list is updated daily.] Read on...
DPS continues with overnight snowbank removal work tonight. Specific streets planned for tonight are detailed in this message. Your patience and cooperation are very appreciated as we continue to recover from this historic storm. Read on...
Tonight, Fri Feb 27, overnight snow removal is planned for the following: Congress Street from Derby to Leavitt, Peabody St, Ward St, Harbor St, Dow St, Salem St, Park St, Prince St, Palmer St, Lynch St, Perkins St, Pingree St, Leavitt St, and Chase St. Read on...
Please join the City of Salem for the Irish-American Heritage Month flag raising ceremony on Monday, March 2, 2026 at 12:00pm noon, at Riley Plaza in Salem (located at the intersection of Washington and Margin Streets). All are welcome! Read on...
Please join the City of Salem for the Dominican Republic Independence Day flag raising ceremony on Friday, February 27, 2026 at 4:00pm, at Lafayette Park in Salem (located at the intersection of Harbor, Lafayette and Washington Streets). All are welcome! Read on...
Due to extreme snowfall and weather, as well as the continuous cleanup effort, the Leslie's Retreat Memorial Dedication scheduled for Feb 26 at 10AM on the corner of Lynde St & North St will be POSTPONED. New date TBD. Read on...
Given the number of Salem residents who lack power this evening, the City is opening the Community Life Center (401 Bridge Street) as a warming center as of 8:00pm today, February 23rd. Read on...
Citywide snow emergency parking ban remains in effect. City offices and schools closed tomorrow, Tuesday, Feb 24. Waste Management will attempt Monday curbside pickup route on Tuesday. Clear external heating vents. Please do not drive or walk in streets. Read on...
A citywide snow emergency parking ban begins Sunday, Feb 22 at 5pm due to forcasted significant storm. City of Salem offices and schools will be closed on Monday, Feb 23, and trash/recycling will be delayed one day throughout this week. Stay safe! Read on...
Salem City Council Formally Establishes Sister City Relationship with East Budleigh, UK, birthplace of Salem founder Roger Conant, in commemoration of Salem 400+ Read on...
This upcoming Tuesday, February 17, from 8:00am-4:00pm, all members of the Mayor’s Office will be working out of the Witchcraft Heights Elementary School, in the cafeteria. Read on...
Due to reliability issues, the City of Salem is exploring alternative emergency alert systems to CodeRED, our current system. There will be a test of CodeRED tomorrow, Thursday, Feb. 12 at 1:00pm. In the meantime, explore additional ways to be alerted: Read on...
The City of Salem will be declaring a citywide snow emergency parking ban at 8 PM on Tuesday, Feb 10, until further notice, due to the storm expected this evening. The garage snow rates will go into effect on?Tuesday, February 10, 2026?at 4 PM?. Read on...
The City’s Snow Emergency parking ban will lift this evening, Sat, Feb 7 at 7pm. Residents may begin moving their vehicles from snow emergency lots & parking on streets then, however, enforcement will not begin until 9am tomorrow morning, Sun, Feb 8. Read on...
Due to forcasted snow, the City of Salem will be declaring a citywide snow emergency parking ban at 9 PM on Feb 6 and a downtown district parking ban at 12 AM Feb 7, until further notice. Read on...
Due to the forecasted snow storm, Black History Month programming at Old Town Hall has been adjusted. All programming will now be happening on SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 8 12:30-4:30pm (All programming planned for Saturday has been cancelled). Read on...
OnSolve CodeRED recently informed us they were impacted by a cybersecurity incident where user data was potentially compromised, limited to contact info: name, address, email, phone numbers & passwords used to create user profiles for receiving alerts. Read on...
The City of Salem has issued a cold weather advisory in effect through Saturday, January 31, along with winter safety guidance, due to forecasted extreme cold conditions. Read on...
Overnight removal efforts are continuing in the most significantly impacted areas, as are DPS efforts to continue opening up crosswalks and pedestrian routes. Please do your part in keeping the sidewalks adjacent to your property clear of snow and ice... Read on...
Please note that the City of Salem offices will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2026 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr Day of Service. Please plan accordingly. Read on...
The City of Salem is once again preparing to welcome visitors from its sister city, Ota-ka in Tokyo, Japan. The Salem-Ota Cultural Exchange is seeking host families to volunteer for this year’s important cultural exchange. Read on...
New 6-month prices have been approved and will go into effect on February 1.
In comparison, prices for both Salem's Standard (14.281 ¢/kWh) and Basic (13.481 ¢/kWh) options remain below National Grid's prices. Read on...
Get an energy bill checkup, sign up for the National Grid discount rate if eligible, and learn how to make your home more comfortable and efficient through no-cost Mass Save improvements. Read on...
Don’t throw away your broken item; bring it to the Repair Café! Zero Waste Salem (formerly SalemRecycles) is hosting a Repair Café on Saturday, February 7, 2026 from 9AM - 12PM at the Community Life Center at 401 Bridge St. Appointments are required. Read on...
The FY27 Action Plan will outline Salem’s housing, economic and community development needs and funding priorities for the period of July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027. Read on...
The clinic will provide free legal assistance to help eligible residents from Salem and surrounding communities seal eviction records under the new Massachusetts law that recently took effect. Read on...
Next week, from Monday, January 12-16, trees can be placed alongside trash/recycling carts at the curb and will be picked up on your regular trash day. Read on...
The City of Salem Fire and Electrical Departments will begin a program to de-install the existing Master Box Fire Alarm system over the coming months. As part of this process, residents will notice that street fire alarm boxes will start to be covered. Read on...
City of Salem, Northeast Legal Aid, and the Essex County Bar Association Announce Free Regional Eviction Record Sealing Clinic in Response to New Massachusetts Law Read on...
Please note that the City of Salem offices will be closed in observation of the New Year. On New Year's Eve, Wed, 12/31, offices will open at 8:00am, and close early at 11:30am. On New Year's Day, Thurs, 1/1, City of Salem offices will be closed. Read on...
City of Salem offices will be closed in observation of Christmas. On Christmas Eve, Wed, 12/24, offices will open at 8:00am, and close early at 11:30am. On Christmas Day, Thurs, 12/25, offices will be closed. Please plan accordingly. Read on...
Please note this list of free Christmas Dinners being offered within Beverly, Cape Ann area, Lynn, Peabody and Salem on December 25, 2025. See details for sign ups and further info. Read on...
Community Preservation Committee releases FY26 Community Preservation Plan and FY25 Annual Report; FY26 Eligibility Applications Requested for Submission by January 5, 2026 Read on...
The City of Salem invites the entire community to the Salem 400+ Kickoff on Saturday, January 10, from 2-5 PM at Salem High School, 77 Willson Street! Read on...
The “Crescent Lot” will be unavailable for public parking beginning on Mon, 12/22/25 to facilitate the full construction of The Exchange, a 115-unit, mixed-use & mixed-income bldg with improved accessibility & connectivity between downtown & North Salem. Read on...
The Salem School Committee convened on December 6, 2025, to review and discuss potential reconfiguration plans for the district’s elementary schools. Read on...
The Signature Parks Initiative is a key component of our community’s quadricentennial planning, when Salem turns 400 years old in 2026. The City is anticipating that construction on the Phase 2 improvements of the bandstand will be completed in 2026. Read on...
The City of Salem is launching a relief effort for residents displaced from an apartment on Harbor Street by a recent fire. Donations are now being collected to support them as they begin to recover from the fire. Read on...
The Cities of Salem and Beverly are partnering once again to host Styrofoam Collection Day at Beverly High School on Saturday, January 10, 2026 from 10:00am – 1:00pm. Read on...
The Salem 400+ student naming contest has advanced to community voting, with residents invited to select a name for the black cat mascot designed to engage Salem's youngest residents in the city's quadricentennial celebration. Read on...
Tomorrow afternoon and evening, Thursday, November 20, from 4:00-7:00pm, all members of the Mayor’s Office will be working out of Salem Academy Charter School (Gymnasium), 16 Lynch Street, Salem and open to the public. Read on...
Our 15th annual Textiles & TerraCycle Recycling Drive has moved to a new location! Please join us at the Salem High School at 77 Willson St. on Saturday, November 22 from 8:00AM to 1:00PM. Read on...
The City of Salem is currently in the midst of its Fall 2025 Residential Street Sweeping Program. Midway through the sweeping program, this is a reminder about parking, sweeping rules, and where to find the full schedule and street listings online. Read on...
The CodeRED service is temporarily offline as the system goes through a required upgrade. During the CodeRED upgrade period, residents should monitor the City’s website & social media accounts (Facebook, Bluesky, Threads, Instagram, Nextdoor) for alerts. Read on...
The City of Salem is looking for resident feedback on this year's Haunted Happenings, including everything from the events to public safety to communication on parking restrictions, closed roads and other aspects of the holiday month... Read on...
Please be aware that City offices, including City Hall, City Hall Annex, Community Life Center and Salem Public Library will be closed on Tuesday, November 11th, 2025 in observance of Veterans Day. Read on...
The City of Salem's LGBTQIA+ Employee Resource Group Invites you to commemorate Transgender Day of Remembrance and Resilience on Thursday, November 20th at 1:00pm in the City Hall City Council Chambers. Read on...
The City of Salem is pleased to present the final report of the Safe Streets for All Safety Action Plan. Development of this plan was made possible by a $200,000 grant from the FHWA and through the work of city staff... Read on...
The City of Salem has received critical state grant funding through the Commonwealth of Massachusetts’ Community One Stop for Growth program. Read on...
The Salem YMCA and the City of Salem, through its Food Policy Council and the Salem Children’s Alliance, is now making donated grocery store gift cards available for Salem residents who are experiencing a loss of SNAP benefits. Read on...
There is an important change to the Curbside Collection Calendar: November yard waste dates are ONE WEEK BEFORE the dates previously announced. The yard waste collection will take place November 10-14 on your regular trash pickup day. Read on...
The City of Salem is launching a relief effort for residents displaced by a house fire on Felt Street on the night of November 2. Donations are now being collected to support them as they begin to recover from the fire. Read on...
With SNAP food aid being withheld as of November 1st, many in the Salem community have reached out to ask how we can help the one in four #SalemMA households who will be impacted. Here are three things you can do now: Read on...
The Salem YMCA is collecting grocery store gift cards to help local families who have lost SNAP benefits. Every card donated helps a neighbor put food on the table and brings hope to our community. We kindly ask for individual gift cards of up to $25... Read on...
Don’t throw away your broken item; bring it to the Repair Café! SalemRecycles is hosting a Repair Café on Saturday, November 8, 2025 from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM at the Community Life Center at 401 Bridge St. Appointments are required... Read on...
The City of Salem today announced that the Salem Skipper, the city’s on-demand public transit service, has provided more than 500,000 rides since launching in December 2020, marking a major milestone in equitable and sustainable transportation in Salem. Read on...
The City of Salem has released updated informational resources and a map outlining planned road closures and safety measures for Halloween night, Friday, October 31, 2025... Read on...
The City of Salem is preparing for the anticipated termination of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) food assistance beginning November 1st, which will negatively impact roughly one in five Salem residents... Read on...
The City of Salem is excited to announce several new preservation planning projects this fall as it prepares for its upcoming 400th anniversary in 2026. Read on...
REMINDER: Due to the volume of visitors expected in Salem on Saturday, October 25 and to the city's increased focus on public safety related measures, residents should anticipate additional street closures and increased use of hard barricades... Read on...
The City of Salem today issued a report card on the community’s current five-year Housing Roadmap. The City presents this report card to update the community on the City’s housing needs and track progress toward the 2027 housing goals. Read on...
In celebration of Banned Books Week (October 5–11) and Let Freedom Read Day (October 11), the City of Salem invites residents to support the Banned Book Little Library, located in front of City Hall at 93 Washington Street. Read on...
The CPC annually updates its Community Preservation Plan. The plan includes guidance and criteria for selecting projects. To aid in the update of the plan, the CPC has scheduled a public information hearing for Tuesday, October 14th at 6:00pm over Zoom. Read on...
On Saturday, October 4th, beginning at 11:00am, please be aware that as a part of the annual Zombie Walk, zombies will awaken at the Salem Common and set off on their eerie march through the city. Read on...
Due to the Grand Parade scheduled for this evening in downtown Salem and the traffic impacts and road closures related to enhanced security measures, City Hall, the City Hall Annex, and the CLC will close early to the public at 4:00pm this afternoon. Read on...
At the direction of Mayor Dominick Pangallo and Police Chief Lucas Miller, the Chamber of Commerce and the City of Salem are implementing enhanced public safety measures for the festivities. Read on...
Join the City of Salem and the Veturia Romana Sons and Daughters of Italy #1200 for the raising of Italian flags to mark the beginning of Italian Heritage Month!
Wednesday, October 1, 2025, 2:15pm
Riley Plaza (across from the Salem Post Office) Read on...
The City of Salem is proud to officially announce its partnership with UNICEF USA by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to start its estimated three-year journey toward recognition as a UNICEF Child Friendly City. Read on...
Mayor Dominick Pangallo, in partnership with Salem’s local attractions, museums, and Salem merchants, is pleased to announce that this Halloween’s “Mayors Night Out” will take place on Friday, September 26, 2025. Read on...
Mayor Dominick Pangallo sits down with Salem's first ever Poet Laureate, J.D. Scrimgeour, to discuss what this new role means to the spoken and written word in the City, and how residents can engage with poetry in Salem now and into 2026... Read on...
Mayor Dominick Pangallo announces the Food Truck Festivals of America returns with the 6th Annual Salem Food Truck & Craft Beverage Festival on Sat, September 20 & Sun, September 21, from 11 to 6 each day at the Common. And… admission is FREE! Read on...
Mayor Dominick Pangallo, in partnership with Salem’s local attractions, museums, and Salem merchants, is pleased to announce that this Halloween’s “Mayors Night Out” will take place on Friday, September 26, 2025. Read on...
Mayor Dominick Pangallo is pleased to announce that SalemRecycles will host the City of Salem Free Book Swap at the Community Life Center, at 401 Bridge Street on Saturday, September 20 from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm! Read on...
Join the City of Salem and the Latino Leadership Coalition for the raising of Latin American flags to mark the beginning of Hispanic Heritage Month! Read on...
Mayor Dominick Pangallo and the City of Salem invites the public to the unveiling and dedication of a memorial honoring community members lost to COVID-19. The event takes place on Friday, September 12, at 9:00 a.m... Read on...
The MBTA with its Commuter Rail operating and maintenance partner Keolis Commuter Services (Keolis) will operate increased weekend train service to and from Salem during the month of October. Read on...
Mayor Dominick Pangallo and the City of Salem have announced planned and anticipated road closures for October in Salem, including lot closures and traffic impacts from planned special events.
??: Destination Salem / Jess Shada Read on...
In a significant move to safeguard tenants and promote housing stability, the City of Salem has enacted a new Condominium Conversion Ordinance... Read on...
To address recent maintenance issues and reduce costs with the City’s surface parking lot kiosks, the City of Salem is converting several of its public surface parking lots into mobile app-only transactions using the Passport parking app. Read on...
Mayor Dominick Pangallo and Chief Lucas Miller sit down to discuss all the thoughtful effort that goes into pulling off the public safety operation that is Haunted Happenings in the City of Salem... Read on...
The City of Salem and Mayor Pangallo’s Office are proud to announce that the Salem Youth Mental Health Task Force, established in October 2024, will host a series of community events throughout September in recognition of Suicide Prevention Month... Read on...
Mayor Dominick Pangallo is pleased to announce that the City of Salem, in partnership with Waste Management, have awarded the winners of the 2025 City of Salem and Waste Management Scholarship, and would like to thank this year’s participants... Read on...
Mayor Dominick Pangallo is excited to announce the next phase of exterior restoration at the Dickson Memorial Chapel in Greenlawn Cemetery. The City of Salem DPCD and DPS are working together with the Friends of Greenlawn to undertake this restoration... Read on...
Federal clean energy tax incentives are now expiring soon! Salem residents interested in rooftop solar, heat pumps, or electric vehicles now only have a short window of time to save thousands of dollars... Read on...
Led by Salem's Inaugural Poet Laureate, J.D. Scrimgeour, the anthology invites residents and those with ties to the city to reflect on their personal experiences of life in Salem through poetry or prose. Read on...
Mayor Dominick Pangallo is pleased to announce that September Salem Days is returning this year, and all Salem residents are invited to visit The New England Aquarium in Boston for free any day or time throughout September. Read on...
Seven sculptures in a variety of media have recently been installed at the Leslie’s Retreat Walking Path as part of Salem’s annual Rotating Sculpture Garden program supported by the Salem Public Art Commission. Read on...
Mayor Dominick Pangallo and the City of Salem Park, Recreation and Community Service department are pleased to highlight some upcoming youth fall programs. Read on...
Mayor Pangallo & the Salem Children’s Alliance invite you to join 'Feeling Fresh' a hygiene product drive to support our local students. Physical self care impacts student mental health. We want our students to feel their best going into the school year! Read on...
The City of Salem and the Preservation in a Changing Climate Committee are excited to announce the fifth annual conference focusing on addressing climate impacts to the region’s historic resources. Read on...
The City of Salem is launching a relief effort for residents displaced by a house fire that occurred on Boston Street in Salem on August 10th. Donations are now being collected to support them as they begin to recover from the fire. Read on...
Free admission, live music, pizza from Bambolina made with Mack Park Farm produce, cash bar, games and activities and family friendly! Come out and support our mission to bring fresh, local food to the community! Read on...
It's almost time for a Salem Heritage Days favorite... Salem’s Ice Scream Bowl is back! It’s time to sample some of the best ice cream in the North Shore from among the many ice cream shops the area has to offer. Read on...
The fifth episode features a conversation between Mayor Pangallo and Jennifer Hardin, Superintendent of Salem Maritime National Historic Park, especially as we begin Heritage Days here in Salem... Read on...
Mayor Dominick Pangallo invites you to join the India Association of Greater Boston in raising the flag of India over Riley Plaza on Sunday, August 3 from 11:00am - 12:00pm. Read on...
Mayor Dominick Pangallo announced that Salem’s Heritage Days festival will take place August 2nd through August 10th, 2025, with a line-up of non-stop fun and special events... Read on...
The National Weather Service has issued an extreme and excessive heat warning for our region - please read on for ways to stay cool in the heat... Read on...
The Salem and Beverly Water Supply Board is aware of the odor and taste concerns raised by residents in Salem and Beverly and is currently working with both municipalities to investigate and address these concerns. Read on...
The historic preservation elements of the Phase 1 Exterior Preservation & Accessibility Project at Old Town Hall have reached substantial completion. However, due to the delicate nature of the work needed, a project timeline extension is necessary... Read on...
For centuries, Black families have gathered with family, friends and loved ones at the Salem Willows on the third Saturday in July. The City of Salem is honored to serve as the home for this community-centered celebration once again this year. Read on...
Mayor Dominick Pangallo is pleased to announce the introduction of electric bikes to Salem’s bike share program. Twenty pedal-assist e-bikes are now available to ride at Bluebikes stations throughout the City. Read on...
Mayor Dominick Pangallo and the City of Salem Bicycling and Shared Path Committee are pleased to announce the return of the beloved Fourth of July Bike Parade to the Salem Common! Read on...
Mayor Dominick Pangallo is pleased to announce that Salem will hold its Independence Day celebration at the Salem Maritime National Historic Site on Derby Wharf on July 4th... Read on...
The Boston Region MPO and the City of Salem are conducting a study of Route 114 in Salem. This survey will help us understand transportation challenges faced by people traveling this roadway, and develop recommendations for infrastructure improvements. Read on...
The 4th episode features James Giessler, Executive Director of NAGLY, & premiers today, 6/30, as we mark the last day of Pride month here in Salem. James explains what NAGLY provides for the community, why it is so important & info about upcoming events! Read on...
Mayor Dominick Pangallo and the City of Salem invite the community to attend Volt & Vibe: An Eco-Rider Showcase, an e-bike and personal electric vehicle (PEV) expo on Sunday, June 29th (UPDATED DATE), from 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM at Salem State University. Read on...
The 2025 North Shore Pride Parade and Festival will be held this Sat, 6/28 starting at noon. Roads will begin to shut down at 10:00am. This year there will be stricter road shutdowns and enhanced security precautions, particularly along the parade route. Read on...
Due to extreme heat forcast, Summer Eats Kick-Off has been postponed to next week, HOWEVER, free meals will be served starting this week at Mary Jane Lee Park... Read on...
MA tenants now have the right to seal their eviction records. To understand your rights under this new law, register for the June 26 eviction sealing workshop and clinic hosted by the Essex County Bar and the City of Salem... Read on...
It's budget season! The City of Salem's budget is a statement of the City's priorities. How does it all come together? The 3rd episode of the podcast features a conversation between Mayor Pangallo & Anna Freedman, City of Salem Director of Finance... Read on...
ayor Pangallo is pleased to announce that the City of Salem is seeking proposals from artists, performers, creatives, event management companies, and other qualified individuals, collectives, and organizations to produce programming at Old Town Hall... Read on...
Community members are invited to kick off Salem’s Juneteenth events this year with a flag raising ceremony on June 18th and festival on the 19th... Read on...
Do you know someone, aged 60 or above, who lives in Salem and exhibits community spirit, leadership, or dedication to serving others? Please send us your nomination by completing this form... Read on...
Recent rains have improved streamflow and reduced fire risk across the state providing relief to the Northeast Region, resulting in MassDEP downgrading the region to Level 0 Drought - Normal Conditions... Read on...
Mayor Pangallo is pleased to announce that SPS has been awarded funding through the Massachusetts DESE’s new competitive grant program, aimed at supporting food literacy and local food purchasing in schools... Read on...
Mayor Dominick Pangallo and the City of Salem invite the community to attend Volt & Vibe: An Eco-Rider Showcase, an e-bike and personal electric vehicle (PEV) expo on Saturday, June 7th, from 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM at Salem State University... Read on...
Salem and Beverly are set to host Styrofoam Collection Day on Saturday, June 21, 2025 from 10:00am – 1:00pm. This will be a drive-through event at Salem’s Community Life Center, 401 Bridge St, Salem, MA. Residents of Salem and Beverly may participate. Read on...
On Earth Day April 22, 2024, Mayor Pangallo announces forthcoming Massachusetts Coastal Communities Alliance and celebrates work happening now and in the future here in Salem. Read on...