Bicyclist Hospitalized After North Street Crash

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Bicyclist Hospitalized After Being Struck by Car in Salem

Police say a driver knocked a person off their bicycle on North Street near Essex Street around 8 p.m. Thursday, and the cyclist was hospitalized. The bicycle was left mangled at the scene, where there was a large police presence. The driver remained on scene and the car has since been towed; no other details were immediately available.

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Zoning Board Rejects Shetland Park Data Center Permit

The Salem Zoning Board of Appeals voted unanimously Sept. 16 to uphold revocation of a permit for a 12,000-square-foot data center at Shetland Park after Mayor Dominick Pangallo urged denial; he is also seeking a broader ban on data centers.

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PEM Hosts Noguchi Member Morning and Curator Q&A

On Friday, Sept. 18 from 9 a.m. to noon, the Peabody Essex Museum hosts a Member Morning with a curator talk and Q&A on the exhibition 'Isamu Noguchi: I am not a designer.'

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CritterFest Screens 'Hundreds of Beavers' at Cinema Salem

The Salem Screens CritterFest festival continues Friday, Sept. 18 at 10 p.m. at Cinema Salem with a late-night screening of the indie comedy 'Hundreds of Beavers.'

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Salem Arts Association Opens Monsters & Myths Exhibition

Salem Arts Association hosts an opening reception Friday, Sept. 18 from 6 to 8 p.m. for its Monsters & Myths exhibition at 88 Wharf Street, running through Nov. 7.

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Eva James Performs at Gulu-Gulu Cafe

Eva James performs dark pop, indie folk and cinematic songwriting Friday, Sept. 18 from 8 to 11:30 p.m. at Gulu-Gulu Cafe on Essex Street; no cover charge.

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Miz Diamond Wigfall Headlines Friday Night Drag Show

Miz Diamond Wigfall hosts a drag extravaganza Friday, Sept. 18 from 8 to 10 p.m. at Bit Bar, 278 Derby Street.

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Sunset Paddle Tour Launches from Salem Willows

A kayak and paddleboard tour along Salem Neck departs from Salem Willows at 167 Fort Avenue Friday, Sept. 18 from 6:45 to 8:15 p.m.

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Sea Witch Ball Workshop Offers Hands-On Craft Night

On Friday, Sept. 18 from 7 to 9 p.m., The Sea Wych Salem leads a workshop on witch ball history and lore, with participants making their own using ocean elements, herbs and salts.

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Jolie Tea Company Schedules Friday Tea and Cake Tasting

Jolie Tea Company offers a free tea-and-cake tasting Friday, Sept. 18 from 3 to 5 p.m. at 316 Derby Street, part of a recurring Friday program.

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Salem Public Library Opens at Noon Friday for Staff Training

The Salem Public Library delays opening until noon Friday, Sept. 18 for staff training and will be open from noon to 5 p.m.

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Food Truck and Craft Beverage Festival Fills Salem Common

The Salem Food Truck & Craft Beverage Festival runs Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 19-20, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Salem Common with food trucks, craft drinks and free admission.

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PEM Offers Family Storytelling Workshop Tied to Noguchi Exhibit

On Saturday, Sept. 19 at 11 a.m., the Peabody Essex Museum hosts an all-ages storytelling and hands-on making workshop inspired by its Isamu Noguchi exhibition.

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Free Essex Heritage Concert Set for Saturday Night

The Essex Heritage Concert brings free live orchestra music to Tabernacle Congregational Church Saturday, Sept. 19 at 7 p.m., open to all ages.

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Witch City Comedy Benefit Combines Screening and Stand-Up

Witch City Comedy holds a fundraiser Friday, Sept. 18 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Satanic Temple of Salem, featuring a screening of the 'Witch City' pilot, local comedians and prizes.

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