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Salem school-board vacancy applications due Friday

Applicants must submit a letter of interest by October 16 at 4 p.m.; the town notice describes affiliation requirements.

Oct 13, 2026 Source-linked

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Salem / Police & Fire

Three-vehicle crash prompted Route 85 closure in Salem on Monday

WFSB reported no injuries after a collision involving a utility pole; a current closure is not confirmed.

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