Here are some great summer activities throughout the North Shore, grouped into a number of categories including "Good Causes," "Theater," and "Music & Concerts."
http://www.salemnews.com/lifestyle/x1058725771/North-Shore-entertainment-calendar
Check the North Shore Entertainment Calendar for Fun Things to do this Summer
July 6, 2012
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Funding for Road Repairs- Where Is It?
June 27, 2012
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The House needs to act this week on a transportation bond bill so cities and towns can begin making much-needed road and sidewalk repairs.
http://www.salemnews.com/opinion/x1406730558/Road-repair-funding-cant-wait
Renovations to be Made at Church Thrift Shop
June 27, 2012
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St. Thomas the Apostle Church in Peabody is opening a thrift shop. It will open to the public on June 30.
http://www.salemnews.com/local/x1406730550/Church-thrift-shop-to-raise-money-for-renovations
Blaney Street Wharf Project
June 27, 2012
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It's another big step in making Salem's port a much more active waterfront. It's good news for the economy and jobs - It's about growing our whole waterfront activity.
MA continues to outperform the US.
MA Unemployment rate for May dropped to 6% from 6.3% for April.
US Unemployment rate for May was 8.2%.
The MBTA will roll out a mobile-phone payment system for commuter rail passes and tickets in the fall, and sign-ups started Monday for riders who want to get involved with the first trial runs of the new technology. They want to get as many customers involved in the developing of the app as possible. Find out how to apply.
Yes, Gloucester is America's Oldest Seaport - Home of the Fisherman! In 2011 the Community Preservation Act awarded $20,000 grant to further restore The Phyllis A. that was built in Maine in 1925 and retired from the fishing boom off the coast of Gloucester in 2000. Read more on what they're planning to restore and why.
Three-story Building Planned for Cabot Street.
June 12, 2012
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For the last few years, Rantoul Street has been the road of choice for developers looking to put up new buildings in Beverly. Now, it's Cabot Street's turn.
http://www.salemnews.com/local/x136109088/Cabot-Street-housing-planned
Salem Ferry Started its Season Last Weekend
June 12, 2012
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The season began a week late, due to the transition to a new operator, and the ferry made its inaugural run yesterday. As much as the commuters enjoy the ride, they need a cheaper fare to make it a daily habit & hope the MBTA will allow them to use an affordable commuter rail pass.
http://www.salemnews.com/local/x1570620974/Ferry-season-opens-with-a-few-snags
