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Peabody Man Accused Of Peddling Crack Cocaine, Fentanyl To Salem Homeless Community
Salem police said Raymond Garland, 54, is facing drug trafficking charges after being accused of preying on the city's unhoused population.

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Salem police said Raymond Garland, 54, is facing drug trafficking charges after being accused of preying on the city's unhoused population.

Voters went to the polls in Wards 1, 2, 5 and 6 on Tuesday.
The third retail location joins those in Beverly and Salem for the North Shore chocolate shoppe.
The event is set for Oct. 20 at the Beverly Golf & Tennis Club.
Dozens of union supporters and City Councilors expressed dismay at the lack of a Project Labor Agreement for the proposed $450M building.
Other stores opening include Kim's Hallmark, Hollister Co. and Sally Beauty.
Gov. Maura Healey signed the Act Relative To Wage Transparency into law last July with a 15-month ramp-up period.
Chief Jay Dowling has been a member of the Peabody Fire Department for three decades and was promoted to chief in 2023.
The MSPCA is urging dog owners to get their pets vaccinated for parvovirus, which is highly contagious and can be deadly for puppies.
The state is expected to pick up about half the cost of the new building, built next to the current school with a 2030 target opening.
The two-month, weekly session is set to begin on Oct. 15 and include interactive firearms training and both a K9 and drone demonstration.
The public is invited to the session set for Tuesday morning at the Cummings Center.
Salem will hold a preliminary election in four wards for City Council on Tuesday.
U.S. Rep. Seth Moulton said his family and staff received violent threats following his comments about Kirk's shooting death last week.
One person was hospitalized with injuries suffered in the Bay Drive shooting.
The flu shot clinic is for those 65 years old and older.
The Sept. 27 event will feature more than 70 professionals, local service providers, informative presentations, demos and resources.
Patch has compiled a list of some of the best local apple orchards and family-friendly fall attractions.
Patch has compiled a list of some of the best local apple orchards and family-friendly fall attractions.
Patch has compiled a list of some of the best local apple orchards and family-friendly fall attractions.