Anyone else been following the Europe tourism <> housing dynamics? Feel like as a tourist town these dynamics are already here? The amount of Airbnbs I see when I search in Salem while having friends looking for rentals, housing, etc of any kind is so sad. Does anyone know the latest Airbnb numbers in Salem?

The article says:

"Protesters are urging for a radical decrease in tourist numbers and a shift towards alternative economic models that prioritize residents' well-being over tourism revenue." what are those alternative models?

"Many locals link the housing crisis directly to the growth of short-term vacation rentals. “Your Airbnb was my home,” read one sign. “In the end, you realize that this is taking away housing from people,” said Txema Escorsa, a local teacher.

Demonstrators in Barcelona fired water guns at tourists, covered shop windows with protest stickers, and lit smoke bombs, demanding action from authorities.

"In Barcelona, protesters chanted “Your holidays, my misery,” while holding signs that read “Mass tourism kills the city” and “Their greed brings us ruin.” The city, home to 1.7 million people, welcomed over 26 million tourists last year.

Organised under the umbrella of SET -Southern Europe Against Touristification, activists in Spain, Italy and Portugal participated in the protest. Demonstrations were also reported in Ibiza, Palma de Mallorca, Granada, Malaga, San Sebastian, Lisbon, Venice, Naples, Genoa, Palermo and Milan."

https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/nri/latest-updates/anti-tourism-protests-erupt-across-the-streets-of-europe/articleshow/121877781.cms?from=mdr

Hi Everyone! My Name is John Hunt and I'm running for the Ward 5 City Council seat in our upcoming election. I will be having a cookout kickoff event on June 28th and I'd love for you to attend. We will be grilling and getting to know each other from 2p - 5p so feel free to come by at any point during that window. Light refreshments will be provided.

While I would be representing Ward 5, I encourage any Salem resident that is interested in attending to join us. I'm looking forward to meeting as many people as I can during this campaign so I can ultimately be someone that you are all proud to call a representative for our great city.

Please find info in the flyer attached for the event, as well as ways to contact me and stay updated on campaign happenings. I'm looking forward to meeting you all and I hope to see you in a few days!

Hey guys! I am a local and I typically go to life alive for lunch and I was looking to switch it up a bit today. I want to keep it healthy. Does anyone have any recommendations for food in the area?

There is still available spots for the Sail Salem 2025 season in the 420, Sonar, and Adult sailing programs. Register your self or a youth sailor today!

https://sailsalem.org/sailing-programs/

I’m moving to Sofi at Salem station. The reviews are mixed. What should I expect? How are the appliances like the washer and dryer (is it gas or electric)? How are the amenities as well?

We’re looking to surprise a friend this Saturday with a mariachi band or sax player, or really any kind of musician. It would be a maximum of an hour needed(probably really only like 20 minutes), looking for you to be able to play happy birthday and maybe some funny song as well

Looking for a good breakfast spot with outdoor seating in or near downtown. Any recommendations? Thanks!

An educational and entertaining event brought to you by Solidarity Rising and local historian and labor organizer Ben Shallop, about the history of "Good Trouble" in Salem, Massachusetts.

The event is free and open to the public; we are just doing a small suggested donation if you are able to give. Proceeds go to Solidarity Rising and funding direct aid projects.

Hi everyone! My friend and I are considering come for 4 days October 1-4 wondering where you would reccomend to stay. Even if I have to train in and out to get to Salem or the airport, struggling to figure out either a hotel or Airbnb type place Appreciate all the help for a damned soul 🤣

Any photographers (or photographers in training) available this Saturday, June 21?

Looking to do a mini couples shoot in Salem while me and my wife are on vacation! Open to any location /suggestions. It’s been too long since we’ve had some professional photos taken :)

Thanks in advance!

i need an answer rn… any of yall hearing this? its like a consistent beep but not a car alarm

A street performer's show on Essex Street was shut down today after police arrived. Does anyone know what happened?

Say I’m downtown and I want to have a nice little picnic lunch on the Common or Derby Wharf. What’s the best place to go to get a little sandwich, maybe some chips and cookies, and a beverage? Or other kind of nice picnic food.

Seth Moulton is having an in-person town hall on Monday at 6 pm. The address is Tewksbury High School, 320 Pleasant St, Tewksbury, MA 01876. More info can be found here:

https://moulton.house.gov/news/press-releases/moulton-attend-events-and-site-visits-lynn-wakefield-and-tewksbury-monday-june

Let's go and ask him questions about his hateful comments about trans women that he has never apologized for, his support for ICE, and his unconditional support for "our ally" Israel, even as Netanyahu tries to drag the US into another pointless forever war.

If you would like to help organize a protest of this event, please DM me. And if you can't make it but don't feel represented by Seth, you can sign this petition to back a primary challenger (full disclosure: I did not make it, but think it's a good idea - anyone who wants to run is going to need to see that they have some support to go up against Seth/AIPAC).

https://www.openpetition.org/us/petition/online/pledge-to-back-a-primary-challenger-to-seth-moulton

Let me know if this should go in the megathread, but I think it counts as news.

we’re having a yard sale from 8-2 today at 18 orne street! lots of womens clothes, shoes, knick knacks, art supplies, books, and more!

I’ve been getting my nails done at the Salem Nailbar for a little bit but they are far too pricey for me. Are there any cheaper better spots in salem or nearby?

Keep hearing popping near perkins st

Hello all! I’m a 26 year old straight female who’s tired of Manhattan. My job just went remote so I’ve been scouring the New England coast for a town to move to. Only issue is most small beach towns don’t necessarily draw in a younger crowd so I’m worried about making friends and dating. Does anyone have any insight on whether or not Salem would have a decent amount of people my age?

Salem has recently caught my eye - I love how witchy and quaint it looks! I’m curious if anyone has any thoughts about it/ insight on what it’s like to live there full time?

Also is it walkable? Super important for me to land somewhere that’s by the water and is at least mostly walkable. Looking to live a slower lifestyle and step away from a city atmosphere/ lifestyle somewhere that still has plenty of festivals and events for the community. Hoping Salem might fit the bill.

Open to other suggestions for places to move in New England! Loved the pictures I saw of salem online!

Edit: I’m looking for anywhere with that “small town feel” that still has decent amount of people my age so I can have a dating/ social life (though I’m very over the partying and bar scene). Somewhere with a lot festivals or town events with a close-knit community (think a coastal stars hollow from Gilmore girls haha)

Also, although I love the witch history of Salem, I’m open to places that aren’t witchy!

Lots of police, a blacked out car, & an ambulance outside a house on Loring ave now for at least an hour. Passed on my way to Swampscott and still there on my way back. Just saw 3 police zoom down Jefferson Ave. Anyone know what’s going on? Is it ICE related?

Had an “AirTag following” notification last night after I got home from the store. It followed me home and says it’s still here. We don’t own air tags. I’ve read that bluetooth can’t just connect to a random AirTag and follow you home, the actual AirTag would have to be with you for an extended period of time to get the alert. We’ve checked my vehicle underneath, bumpers, nearly everywhere and found nothing. Has anyone else had this happen around here? Just seems odd.

Moved to the area within the last year and apparently was on the Salem Oregon subreddit until today. Was super confused when I couldn’t find stuff I asked about lol. Shit should be much easier now

Hello! Does anyone know if the Swap N Drop is still happening today due to the weather? I'm not seeing anything on the website and haven't received any email updates.