Tell Us: Where Are The Best Christmas Light Displays In Salem?

New Hampshire Patch is looking for tips from readers on where to go to see the most spirited holiday light shows in your community.

Make Lasting Holiday Memories With These 5 Volunteer Opportunities In Salem

Volunteering fosters a sense of shared responsibility and purpose. Here are some orgs that could use your free time.

Toy Drives In Salem: How To Make The Holidays Merry For Everyone

Since 1947, Toys for Tots drives across the country have collected 708 million toys that were distributed to 314 million children.

Holiday Lights, Festivals And Celebrations Fill The Salem Calendar

Outside of religious and cultural celebrations, there are plenty of holiday light shows, parades, fairs and festivals to attend.

Where To See Santa In Salem This Holiday Season

Here are the places where you can see jolly Saint Nick before Christmas.

Giving Tuesday: 5 Salem Nonprofits That Could Use Your Help

The idea behind GivingTuesday is to galvanize fundraising, rally volunteers, and add momentum to their causes.

Thanksgiving Grocery, Black Friday Retail Hours: What’s Open, Closed In New Hampshire

Some stores will be open on Thanksgiving Day, while many more will be closed. Plus, Black Friday hours for some retailers.

12 Days Of Cheer In Salem: Making This A December To Remember

Celebrate the season all month long with local lights, cozy stops, markets and hometown holiday charm.

New Hampshire State Police Toys For Tots 2025 Collecting Toys Through Dec. 12

Troopers will be collecting toys in Salem, Epping, Manchester, Hooksett, Bedford, Concord, and other communities, as well as online.

Where To Pick Pumpkins Near Salem This Fall

Many pumpkin patches and fields in New Hampshire offer complementary activities, such as hayrides, corn mazes, and games for the kids.

2025 Salem Fall Fun Guide: Corn Mazes, Fairs, Festivals, Halloween Activities, And More

It is officially autumn on Monday, which means it is time to get out and enjoy rustic fall events.

​Where To Pick Apples Around Salem: 2025 Guide

This should be a good year for apple picking, according to a U.S. Apple Association forecast, which estimates a higher harvest than in 2024.

Fireworks Near Me: Salem July 4th 2025 Events

Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around Salem.

July 4th 2025 Fireworks, Events Around Salem

Your guide to fireworks, parades, and other July 4 celebrations in and around Salem.

Donald Latham Is Grand Marshal Of Atkinson Memorial Day Parade For 40th Year

It was a historic Memorial Day Monday as Donald Latham led the parade as Grand Marshal for the 40th year in a row.

Where Are The Best Holiday Light Displays In Salem?

Health experts say twinkling holiday lights and colorful displays make people feel good. So, where are the best ones in your community?

Toys For Tots: How To Help In Salem

Don’t forget the kids who aren’t on anyone’s shopping list and pick up some items for the Toys for Tots campaign in New Hampshire.

Where To See Santa In Salem This Christmas Season

Whether it is community events, breakfasts, or photo sittings, kids around the state have several chances to see jolly old St. Nick.

Where To Find A Christmas Tree In Salem: 2024 Guide

Drought conditions in some parts of the country, including the Northeast, and excess moisture in others have affected Christmas tree farms.

Small Business Saturday 2024 In Salem: See Sales, Deals

The event, founded by American Express in 2010, is sandwiched between the major retail shopping holiday Black Friday and Cyber Monday.

​5 Salem Nonprofits To Support This Holiday Season

Maintaining funding is a constant challenge for many nonprofits that fill gaps and meet other needs in the Salem area.

Where To Pick Pumpkins In Salem This Fall

Whether you plan to carve a jack-o’-lantern or add some festive flair to your stoop, there are plenty of places to pick up a pumpkin.

Fireworks Near Me: Salem July 4th 2024 Events

Your guide to fireworks, parades, and other July 4 celebrations in and around Salem, Nashua, the Seacoast, and other communities.

July 4th 2024 Fireworks, Events Around Salem

Your guide to fireworks, parades, and other July 4 celebrations in and around Salem, Windham, Nashua, the Seacoast, and other communities.

Memorial Day Weekend 2024: Events, Parades In, Around Salem

This year, the parade will be held at 10:15 a.m. on Monday, May 27. Services begin at Pine Grove Cemetery on Main Street.

What To Do For Memorial Day Weekend 2024 In Salem

Check out these holiday weekend events in and around your community.

New Year’s Eve 2023 In The Granite State

The new year is coming, Salem. Here are some options on how you can celebrate.

Where To Celebrate New Year’s Eve 2023 In New Hampshire

The new year is coming, Salem. Here are some options on how you can celebrate.

Restaurants Open Christmas Day And Christmas Eve 2023 In Salem

If you do not feel like cooking, some local eateries and national chains will be open on Christmas Eve and the holiday in New Hampshire.

Where To Cut A Christmas Tree In 2023 In Salem

Live tree prices have increased due to inflation and drought, experts say. Last year, live trees were around $93, on average.

Where Are The Best Holiday Lights In Salem?

Where are the best Christmas light displays in Salem? Let us know!

Where To See Santa In Salem This Christmas Season

For kids and families, there’s nothing quite like seeing jolly old St. Nick live and in person.

Hampstead Reader Thankful For Extensive Family, Doctors, And Nurses

Salem NH Patch and T-Mobile are teaming up to bring your moments of thankfulness from the dinner table to a wider audience.

Giving Tuesday 2023: 5 Ways To Give Back In Salem

This holiday season, consider donating and volunteering locally to make a positive impact in our community.

Where To Pick A Pumpkin Near Or In Salem

Pumpkin season is here in New Hampshire. Find out where to get the pick of the patch near Salem.

Halloween 101: How To Avoid Becoming The Haunted House Of Salem

Taking care of your home can be scary! Tackle those household demons with professional help this fall.

Fireworks Near Me: Salem July 4th Events 2023

Patch has your complete guide to Independence Day fireworks shows, parades, and other celebrations in and around Salem.

July 4th Fireworks 2023 In And Around Salem NH

Patch has your complete guide to Independence Day fireworks shows, parades, and other celebrations in and around Salem.

New Year’s Eve 2022 Near Salem, New Hampshire

Dinner in Bedford, dancing in Concord, a laugh in Nashua, First Night in Portsmouth, ringing in the city's 400th b-day? Let's have some fun!

Salem Students Design Ornaments For Washington D.C. Christmas Tree

21 upperclassmen from Salem's Arts Academy of NH created unique pieces of art that celebrate the state's most appealing features.

The Best Valentine's Day Gifts For Him

Valentine's Day isn't just a holiday to swoon over the ladies — treat the number one man in your life to these fun and practical gifts.