The Salem Police Department officially began operating from its new facility at 9 Veterans Memorial Parkway at 10:45 a.m. on Wednesday, September 23, 2026. The move marks one of the final milestones of a major capital project completed on time and under budget. After years...

MeVa’s new Route #28 is gaining momentum, with ridership continuing to increase each month since service launched on April 6, 2026. The fare free route, which connects Lawrence and Methuen with key destinations in Salem, recorded 3,231 rides during its first month of service in...