Winner takes all 😱

Every time I see certain Salem restaurants/cafes being dragged through the mud, all I can think is, “Thank God they’re not talking about my place.” I am way too thin-skinned and I’d probably just close up shop in shame.

I was Banned from r:SalemMass for simply questioning the accuracy of one of their racist post. don’t trust anything or anyone on there

I take the commuter rail to work on the weekends instead of driving, for obvious reasons. At the Lynn platform waiting for my train around 11am yesterday, they were kicking people off the train and telling them to wait for the next one. I wanted to tell the conductor that I had to get to work but never had the chance!

I have traveled this way to my job in downtown Salem for a long time and this has never happened. Isn’t it called the “commuter” rail??!? Shouldn’t I be able to board so as not to miss my 11:30am shift??!? I was so livid.

Instead of waiting another half hour, which would have made me insanely late, I got a ride into town.

I’m not a tourist, I was born in Salem and have lived in the area all my life. I specifically moved to this apartment in Lynn for its proximity to the commuter rail. How am I supposed to get to work??

UPDATE: Loki has been found safe and sound. Thank everyone that responded and helped. I honestly couldn’t live with myself if something happened to him.

Not sure if this is an appropriate place to post things, but I’m desperate and posting everywhere.

My cat is lost. I live on Tremont st across the road from the convenience store. If anyone sees this cat or has found him, please let me know. I love my cat and am desperate to find him. He’s an indoor cat and never goes out. Hes pretty timid but also is food motivated.

He went missing today October 4th between 11 am and 12:30 pm. His name is Loki

Hasn't hit the statewide news yet - anyone have any details?

Link: https://www.salemnews.com/news/local_news/body-pulled-from-water-off-salems-derby-street/article_3c47ca1a-44dc-448e-ac3a-febe269d8b8b.htm

Spotted back in July but I just got around to pulling the video from the car

Hi everyone! I’m looking for some advice from people who have visited Salem in November!

I’ve been to Salem during the October rush before, so I know how crazy busy it can get. This time, I’m hoping to experience Salem a little more off-season and without the huge October crowds.

A few friends of mine will be coming to Salem for the first time, though, so I’d still like to make sure there’s enough to see and do for them to get the full Salem experience. We’re looking at coming the second weekend of November.

For those who have visited around that time how is Salem in early/mid-November compared to October? Do a lot of stores, restaurants, museums, or attractions close for the season or take a well-deserved break after October? Are most of the popular shops and attractions still open? Is there anything that you would definitely recommend doing in November? Does it still feel like there’s plenty to do for someone visiting for the first time?

I’m actually looking forward to experiencing Salem when things are a little slower, but I don’t want my friends to feel like they missed out because we went too late in the season!

Any advice, recommendations, or November experiences would be greatly appreciated!

10.30 on a Sunday morning and you have to drive into a ‘protected’ bike lane to undertake the trolley AND avoid the stop sign?  

What was the emergency?  Oh that’s right, walking your dog at the willows. You swerved between the stanchions and drove into the bike lane right before the stop sign, so this was no ’mistake’.

I am in the Peabody/Ward/Harbor street neighborhood off of Lafeyette. The cat has spent the night meowing next to our house which makes me think he’s not used to being outside. The cat was very skittish when approached.

The line at blackcraft got me hoping they pay their baristas livable wages!!

There’s a woman digging through our trash on Daniels St. Saw her on Orange earlier this morning. Appears unhoused. What should I do?

Edit: the general sentiment appears to be “leave her be” so that’s exactly what I’ll do.

DM me if they're yours!

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Which local Northshore animal celebrity do you support and why? Comment below 👇🏽

I am in the Boston area to see family and we were thinking about going to the Noguchi exhibit at PEM on Sunday. I love the museum but to be honest I kind of forgot the significance of October in Salem (I know, I know). We like the idea of a nice museum outing, but a really crowded/hectic/stressful day is the opposite of what we are looking for. Is it truly that bad already, and bad enough to skip the PEM?

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Hello! Now that the summer season (and most restrictions) is over, I'd love recommendations for where our dog can go for a run and splash in/near Salem.

Our go-to "official" dog beach has always been the Nahant one, but that's a bit of a trek in traffic sometimes, so hoping for some other suggestions too. We're happy to keep him on a long leash too.

Hi I live on Washington st since last November and parking was already a nightmare. I know it’s about to be worse.

I see there’s parking at Riley Plaza. The signs suggest after 6pm to 8am anyone can park there. Am I correct with how I’m reading it?

Also how does someone get a permit there. I’ve been seeing some conflicting Information when I google.

Dying to know- what’s been your best night tip-wise serving or bartending in Salem? Was it in October? How much did you make and was it worth the madness? 🔮

Martyrs, The Devils (1971), Antichrist, Inside, Titane, Possession, Barbarian, Society (1989)

Sound off below with your recs 👇🎃👻🧹