Community Corner

Then & Now: A Stroll Down Front Street

Nelson Dionne gives us a look at Front Street as it once was.

Nelson Dionne is at it again with another selection from his vintage Salem photos archive.

Today, he's giving us a look at Front Street from the 1970s.

Here is what Nelson had to say about this particular selection:

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"Attached is one of my photos of Front Street from circa 1970 with bad color due to using cheaper Anscochrome film."

The film might be older, but it's still pretty cool to catch a view of this street 42 years ago. Visible in the right side of the frame is the Subway Market (now Seed Stitch) Also visible is Goldstein's (now J. Mode), which provided plumbing services.

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Do you remember these businesses or any others from Front Street from days past? Share your memories in the comments.

We've also provided a view of the street today, which we shot while standing near RoOst, the beehive and other businesses at Derby Square.

If you have any vintage Salem photos you would like to share email Editor Aubry Bracco.


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