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Salem receives funding for healthy living initiative

Fri, 24 May 2013 19:06:57 GMT

The city of Salem has been awarded a four-year $240,000 grant from Partners HealthCare and North Shore Medical Center to fund the citys Mass in Motion initiative, which promotes healthy eating and active living

Don White returns to Salem Theatre Company for one night only

Fri, 24 May 2013 15:00:00 GMT

The irrepressible wit, warmth and musical talents of folk singer/songwriter Don White return to the Salem Theatre Company stage at 90 Lafayette Street in Salem on Saturday, June 15 at 7:30 p.m., as the STC Music & More Series continues with its latest installment.

Pilot program lets bikes board rush-hour commuter trains between some Newburyport-Rockport stations

Thu, 23 May 2013 20:10:35 GMT

The MBTA launched a pilot program this month that allows passengers to bring bikes aboard commuter rail trains between certain stations on the Newburyport-Rockport line during morning and afternoon rush hour travel times.

Salem to offer free trolley rides for residents through September

Thu, 23 May 2013 13:37:13 GMT

The city of Salem is kicking off the summer season with free rides on the Salem Trolley starting Saturday June 1.

Salem prepares for emergency crisis drill

Tue, 21 May 2013 19:57:29 GMT

As required by the Federal Railroad Administration, MBTA will conduct its annual commuter rail emergency response exercise in Salem, entailing a real-life emergency scenario at the underground train station.

Salem State University to hold two undergraduate commencement ceremonies

Fri, 17 May 2013 18:08:27 GMT

Salem State University will hold two undergraduate commencement ceremonies for the class of 2013.

Boston, Salem residents become semifinalists in national contest for wheelchair accessible van

Thu, 16 May 2013 17:30:37 GMT

Two disabled Massachusetts residents are one step closer to obtaining a wheelchair accessible van that would ease obstacles in transportation for them and their caretakers.

Salem awarded $3 million grant for Canal Street project

Thu, 16 May 2013 16:32:46 GMT

Local and state officials announced earlier this week that the Federal Emergency Management Agency and the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency has awarded the city of Salem a $3 million grant for flood mitigation work on Canal Street.

YMCA teens travel to New Orleans for fourth annual rebuilding NOLA service learning trip

Thu, 16 May 2013 16:30:52 GMT

For the fourth year in a row, teens from the YMCA of the North Shore traveled to the Gulf Coast to rebuild homes lost during Hurricanes Katrina and Rita.

Salem Chamber of Commerce to host 6th annual green and renewable energy fair

Tue, 14 May 2013 17:05:33 GMT

Aiming to encourage healthy lifestyles, the Salem Chamber of Commerce and Salem Renewable Energy Task Force are hosting the sixth annual Living Green and Renewable Energy Fair.

Salem State to honor the life of MIT officer killed by Marathon bombing suspect

Sun, 12 May 2013 17:05:06 GMT

Salem State University will celebrate the life of Sean A. Collier, an MIT police officer who was killed in the line of duty on April 18, in the wake of the Boston Marathon bombings.

Salem Jazz and Soul Festival kicks off summer series with the music of Bob Marley

Fri, 10 May 2013 17:06:14 GMT

The Salem Jazz and Soul Festival is kicking off its summer concert series with a performance by the Bob Marley Ensemble from Berklee College of Music.

North of Boston Business Plan winner announced

Thu, 09 May 2013 15:47:40 GMT

The Salem State University has announced the winners of its ninth annual North of Boston Business Plan competition, which helps start-up companies develop their businesses.

Dig in at PEM/PM!

Thu, 09 May 2013 15:00:00 GMT

Sip specialty cocktails made with fresh basil and thyme and dig right into this fabulous party that celebrates growing gardens, eating local and the rootsy sound of Dan & The Wildfire. These Boston-based boys from Berklee College of Music are drawing crowds as they perform up and down the East Coast.

Disabled local residents vie for wheelchair accessible van

Wed, 08 May 2013 13:56:09 GMT

People with disabilities and their caretakers across the United States have a chance to make their lives a bit easier this month. The National Mobility Equipment Dealers Association is celebrating National Mobility Awareness Month by offering applicants a chance to win a wheelchair accessible vehicle worth about $40,000.

Salem to begin phase two of pedestrian mall construction

Fri, 03 May 2013 20:38:33 GMT

The next round of construction for the Essex Street pedestrian mall will begin on Monday May 13 and will end no later than Sunday June 30.

Salem seeks residents to serve on Community Preservation Committee

Thu, 02 May 2013 16:27:24 GMT

The next round of construction for the Essex Street pedestrian mall will begin on Monday May 13 and will end no later than Sunday June 30.

Boston College High releases list of third quarter honor roll students

Thu, 02 May 2013 15:00:00 GMT

The following was submitted by Boston College High School: For High Honors a Soph., Jr., Sr. must have at least a 3.80 quality point average and all grades '"C+" or higher. Freshmen need a 3.6 quality point average and all...

Salem State University releases commencement information

Thu, 02 May 2013 15:00:00 GMT

The following was submitted by Salem State University:Salem State University School of Graduate Studies 4 pm Thursday, May, 16 at the OKeefe Sports Center, Canal Street, Salem Speaker -- Martha J. Kanter, U.S. Under Secretary of Education, 433 anticipated graduates...

Simon Malls hosts event with proceeds going to OneFund Boston

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 18:00:33 GMT

In celebration of Mother's Day, Simon Malls is hosting "Mom's Nite Out" with various activities focused on rewarding moms, and a silent auction component with proceeds going to the OneFund Boston to support those affected by the tragic Boston Marathon bombings.

'A Delicate Balance' will provide "theatrical fireworks" at Salem Theatre Comanpy

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 15:00:00 GMT

Salem Theatre Company concludes their Tenth Anniversary Season with a production of Edward Albees Pulitzer Prize-winning play, A Delicate Balance. The production is directed by STC Artistic Director, John Fogle and will run May 9 June 1.

'Beauty and the Beast' and 'Peggy, the Pint-Sized Pirate' premiere this weekend

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 15:00:00 GMT

A comedy version of Beauty and the Beast and Peggy, the Pint-Sized Pirate will be presented by the Theatre of Light Playhouse on Sunday, May 5th.

Salem committee hosts annual Clean Sweeps Day

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 13:52:59 GMT

The city of Salem Beautification Committee will hold its annual Clean Sweeps Day as part of "Clean Salem, Green Salem," a program that promotes "earth friendly" activities in the city.

Salem to begin street sweeping program

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 14:37:47 GMT

The city of Salem will begin a brief street sweeping program following a season of harsh weather that tore through the region.

Finalists named in regional business plan competition

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 17:25:33 GMT

The Enterprise Center at Salem State University has announced the finalists in the 2013 North of Boston Business Plan Competition.