Council panels discuss data center zoning tonight

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Council committees meet tonight on data center zoning

The City Council Committee on Ordinances, Licenses and Legal Affairs, co-posted with the Committee of the Whole, meets tonight at 6 p.m. to discuss an ordinance amending the city's zoning relative to commercial data centers. The meeting is in the City Council Chambers, 93 Washington St., 2nd floor. In-person attendance is the primary way to take part, with remote access available through Zoom and possibly Salem Access Television.

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Salem proclaims September Suicide Prevention Month

Mayor Dominick Pangallo issued the proclamation Sept. 29. It highlights municipal mental health resources and recognizes youth peer advocacy by The NAN Project.

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Race Equity Commission meets today, 5 to 7 p.m.

The Salem Race Equity Commission meets Wednesday, Sept. 30, from 5 to 7 p.m.

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Salem Skipper bridge funding ends today

The Salem Skipper on-demand rideshare service reaches the end of its bridge funding extension Wednesday, Sept. 30, as officials review long-term operational plans.

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Italian Heritage Month flag raising Friday at Riley Plaza

The City invites the community to the Italian Heritage Month Flag Raising Ceremony Friday, Oct. 2, at 11 a.m. at Riley Plaza.

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Tarot workshop for artists begins tonight

The first session of Tarot Intensive for Artists and Creatives runs Wednesday, Sept. 30, 6 to 8 p.m. at 88 Wharf St. The series continues Oct. 7 and 14.

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Open mic tonight at Far From the Tree

Open Mic Night runs Wednesday, Sept. 30, 5 to 8 p.m. at 108 Jackson St. Sign-ups are free; performers and listeners are welcome.

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Comedy open mic tonight at Hallowed Ground

Sign-ups open at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 30. The open mic, hosted by Allie DF, runs 7 to 10:30 p.m.

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Hammond Castle explores its 1926 construction year tonight

Hammond Castle Museum presents "1926: A Year in the Life of Hammond and His Castle" Wednesday, Sept. 30, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., with networking, a presentation and discussion.

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Emmerton House dedicates new interpretive sign today

The Woman's Friend Society will dedicate a new sign at Emmerton House, 12 Hawthorne Blvd., Wednesday, Sept. 30, from 3 to 5 p.m. The gathering is free and open to all.

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Salem Pantry pop-up offers free food this morning

The Salem Pantry's mobile pop-up runs Wednesday, Sept. 30, 9:30 to 11 a.m. at the Salem Community Life Center, 401 Bridge St., with free fresh food for all.

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Salem Pantry Market open 2 to 7 p.m. today

The Market at 47 Leavitt St. offers free groceries Wednesday, Sept. 30, from 2 to 7 p.m., with no income or residency requirements.

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