SALEM, Mass. — Salem is gearing up for its busiest week of the year as Halloween approaches this Friday.
City officials estimate a record 1.2 million visitors will flock to the city throughout October to celebrate.
With massive crowds expected, public transportation is strongly encouraged for anyone planning a visit.
To accommodate the influx, the MBTA has expanded service on the Newburyport-Rockport Line:
- Trains will run every 30 minutes
- The last train to Boston departs just after 11 p.m. nightly
- On Halloween, trains will operate on the weekday schedule
Visitors are advised to plan ahead and expect delays due to high foot traffic and limited parking.
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