Canine candidates face off in Salem’s first dog mayoral race

SALEM — Salem residents can still cast their votes in the heavily contested dog mayoral race with candidates’ platforms ranging from safer crosswalks to more treats.

The city’s very first dog mayoral race is a fundraiser organized by Salem Main Streets that has already seen 58 candidates raise a total of $12,497 since its launch at the end of August. The fundraiser has attracted at least 388 donors with contributions ranging from $1 to $250, the majority of whom have not donated to Salem Main Streets before, according to the organization.

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By Michael McHugh | Staff Writer

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