Municipal Services Department

09/29/2026

Just a reminder...

09/21/2026

We want to hear from you! 💧

The Town of Salem is working with the Arlington Pond Protective Association and the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services to develop a watershed based plan addressing water quality concerns and cyanobacteria blooms in Arlington Mill Reservoir.

Community members are invited to attend a public meeting to share their observations and provide input on the development of the plan.

📅 Tuesday, October 13, 2026
⏰ 5:00 to 6:00 p.m.
📍 Knightly Meeting Room, Salem Town Hall

The Arlington Mill Reservoir watershed includes land in Salem, Derry, Hampstead, Windham, Atkinson, Chester, and Sandown, so input from residents throughout the watershed is encouraged.

Learn more in the flyer below.

09/14/2026

♻️ Household Hazardous Waste Day – Saturday, October 17! ♻️

It’s that time again! Gather up all those tricky items you can’t toss in the trash — we’re talking: ammonia, antifreeze, motor oil, gasoline, arts & crafts supplies, batteries, bleach, drain cleaners, paint thinner, pesticides, pool chemicals, and more.

🗓️ Saturday, October 17, 2026
📍21 Cross St. Salem, NH
🕗 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
🏠 Note: Must be a Town of Salem resident to participate.

Please see below and check the Town website for accepted items and details. Let’s keep our community safe and clean!

https://www.salemnh.gov/878/Household-Hazardous-Waste-Day

09/08/2026

Municipal Services Administrative Office will be closing at 12pm on Wednesday, September 9th, to allow employees to attend the Annual Employee Appreciation BBQ.

Normal Hours will resume on Thursday, September 10th. Thank you for your understanding.

08/18/2026

⚠️CAUTION⚠️

🛑NEW TRAFFIC PATTERN🛑

The intersection of Shannon Rd, Liberty St, Hampstead Rd, and Town Farm Rd now has a FOUR (4) WAY STOP! 🛑

That means….every direction has to stop ✋🏼 before they proceed through the intersection.

We hope this will increase the safety of the motoring public in this area.

Expect delays and use caution while we all familiarize ourselves with this new pattern.

08/14/2026

REMINDER....
! Traffic Pattern Change Coming to the Hampstead Road/Shannon Road Intersection - Starting the Week of August 17th !

! Traffic Pattern Change Coming to the Hampstead Road/Shannon Road Intersection !

To improve safety for everyone traveling through the intersection of Hampstead Road, Shannon Road, Town Farm Road, and Liberty Street, the Salem Police Chief has authorized the Municipal Services Department to convert the intersection to an all-way STOP.

Installation is scheduled for the week of August 17. During that week, crews will install new STOP signs, advance warning signs, and pavement markings. Motorists are encouraged to use extra caution while work is underway and as drivers adjust to the new traffic controls.

This change follows a comprehensive traffic safety evaluation that included traffic volume studies, crash history, and field observations. The review found that additional stop controls will help reduce the severity of crashes and improve safety for all road users.

What to Expect:

• Stop signs will be installed on Hampstead Road & Shannon Road at the intersection of Town Farm Road, and Liberty Street; resulting in an all-way STOP
• Drivers should expect a new traffic pattern and be prepared to stop in all directions
• Some delays may occur during peak travel times, but the safety benefits are expected to outweigh the added delay

Please slow down, watch for the new signs and pavement markings, and help keep our roads safe as this important traffic safety improvement is implemented.

If you have any questions or comments, please contact Municipal Services at 603-890-2150 or by email at [email protected].

Thank you for your patience and cooperation!

07/30/2026

🚛 Good morning, Salem!

The question we've been hearing the most lately is:

"When will Transfer Station stickers be available?"

We're happy to announce that Transfer Station stickers will go on sale beginning Monday, August 3!

📍 Where: Downstairs at Town Hall
💲 Cost: $60 per sticker

A few reminders:
✅ Your current Transfer Station sticker remains valid through September 30, 2026, so there's no need to rush on day one.
💙 Please be kind and respectful to our staff and fellow residents when purchasing your new sticker. We appreciate your patience as we work to assist everyone.

Thank you for your cooperation, and we look forward to seeing you beginning August 3!

07/30/2026

! Traffic Pattern Change Coming to the Hampstead Road/Shannon Road Intersection !

To improve safety for everyone traveling through the intersection of Hampstead Road, Shannon Road, Town Farm Road, and Liberty Street, the Salem Police Chief has authorized the Municipal Services Department to convert the intersection to an all-way STOP.

Installation is scheduled for the week of August 17. During that week, crews will install new STOP signs, advance warning signs, and pavement markings. Motorists are encouraged to use extra caution while work is underway and as drivers adjust to the new traffic controls.

This change follows a comprehensive traffic safety evaluation that included traffic volume studies, crash history, and field observations. The review found that additional stop controls will help reduce the severity of crashes and improve safety for all road users.

What to Expect:

• Stop signs will be installed on Hampstead Road & Shannon Road at the intersection of Town Farm Road, and Liberty Street; resulting in an all-way STOP
• Drivers should expect a new traffic pattern and be prepared to stop in all directions
• Some delays may occur during peak travel times, but the safety benefits are expected to outweigh the added delay

Please slow down, watch for the new signs and pavement markings, and help keep our roads safe as this important traffic safety improvement is implemented.

If you have any questions or comments, please contact Municipal Services at 603-890-2150 or by email at [email protected].

Thank you for your patience and cooperation!

07/22/2026

Update 10:30a: Water has been restored to Colonial Dr.

Good Morning Salem!

The water main has been shut off on Colonial Dr due to a water main leak.
It will be shut off from Colonial Dr at Dean Ave to Colonial Dr at Palomino Rd for the next several hours.

06/10/2026

📢 Transfer Station Closure Notice

Please be advised that the Transfer Station will be closed on Friday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth.