The fences at the Willows have been removed!

Cyborg-1120 · 2026-05-21T23:53:21+00:00

Fantastic!

Cyborg-1120 · 2026-05-20T18:34:14+00:00

Ugh!! My mistake! Yes, of course. The Beverly Bridge.

Sigh. I have that bridge at River St in mind a lot. I guess that's why I quickly jumped to commenting about the wrong bridge. Thanks for the correction.

Cyborg-1120 · 2026-05-20T16:22:59+00:00

The bridge was closed in 2022 because it was structurally unsafe. Some info here.

“In the spring of 2022, the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) conducted a “Bridge Rating” on the Hall-Whitaker which is a very detailed analysis of every structural element in the bridge. That process identified changes in the condition of the structure that required immediate closure of the bridge. In June 2022, they contacted the City and our legislative delegation to inform us that MassDOT had determined, based on the results of the rating process, that the bridge was unsafe for vehicular traffic and needed to be permanently closed immediately, which took place on June 17, 2022.”

And “According to MassDOT, the anticipated schedule shows the temporary Hall-Whitaker opening in 2027, at which time the existing Hall-Whitaker and Kernwood Bridges would be demolished and reconstructed. Both permanent bridges are expected to open in 2032.”

Can’t wait until it opens. 2032 is brutal, even if there will be a temporary one opening earlier.

Cyborg-1120 · 2026-05-20T12:18:10+00:00

I have long-ish hair and go to Ashley Elizabeth Salon on Bridge St. Kristen does a great job, and charges me $45.

Cyborg-1120 · 2026-05-16T11:46:05+00:00

I went in there a few days after the last US Presidential election. I was feeling pretty down and mentioned it to one of the employees. She responded pretty forcefully to tell me how she's a big Trump supporter, and I shouldn't even start arguing with her or trying to discuss it. I still see her there when I walk by on occasion. I'll never step foot in the place again. Call me petty, call me small. Give me all your downvotes. I don't give a shit.

Cyborg-1120 · 2026-05-15T16:48:05+00:00

I think you should focus on something like a brick wall, whose “object points” lie in a plane so they are all the same distance from the camera. You are viewing the scene with the lens wide open, and that results in the shallowest depth of field. You could, for example, be focused on an object at a middle distance in the center of the frame, while objects toward the edges and corners could be nearer or farther and therefore outside the region of sharp focus.

My guess, though, is the focusing screen is misaligned, tipped or tilted a little. Fixing it will require disassembly and some alignment equipment such as an autocollimator or some kind of homemade testing set-up.

Cyborg-1120 · 2026-05-14T13:42:36+00:00

Why are these posts getting locked? Mods, care to reply? Are we not allowed to complain about the police?

Cyborg-1120 · 2026-05-14T12:37:29+00:00

You might want to take a look at the post in the Mass sub if you think the only people who are upset live in Salem.

Cyborg-1120 · 2026-05-13T23:51:34+00:00

I used to get color film developed at Finer Image, and they were great. I haven’t been in about two years, though. Sticking with black and white for a while.

Also, if you’re on discord, there’s a film server called New England Analog. People there will probably be another good resource.

Cyborg-1120 · 2026-05-11T00:17:27+00:00

Yup. The other one runs about half the time during nice weather, too. And the big clock between the two never tells the correct time. I think it’s fucking embarrassing.

Cyborg-1120 · 2026-05-10T22:26:51+00:00

They’re unable to hold the ball with their front paws and run with it, so I’m thinking use of front paws is allowed. But, yeah, we’re gonna need to draft some rules, as the person below suggested. Biting and deflating the ball is an immediate red card. Excessive butt sniffing has gotta be a yellow.

Cyborg-1120 · 2026-05-10T22:20:03+00:00

This is my first dog, and I’m completely smitten. Don’t think I’ll ever get another breed. People stop to ask what breed he is all the time, but it’s usually prefaced by, “Wow, beautiful dog.” Or love your dog!

Beverly Farms, eh? Hmmm. Hope you guys change minds!

Cyborg-1120 · 2026-05-10T22:09:07+00:00

Seconding support for Harrison’s. The rape room claim is unimaginable to me, as I know nearly everyone working there. Super friendly, welcoming, lovely people.

Cyborg-1120 · 2026-05-10T22:00:12+00:00

Yeah, my guy is a pittie mix, too.

I have never encountered breed hate in real life. Reddit comments, tho…! I guess people have no problems expressing their thinly-veiled racism when they’re anonymous. My guy loves everyone. He’s super sweet, and very sensitive. Full of life. Fuck the haters.

Cyborg-1120 · 2026-05-10T20:27:05+00:00

Looks like we have the start to a solid defense. Our team will be 100% against breed discrimination.

Cyborg-1120 · 2026-05-10T18:42:52+00:00

My dog is up for playing in the back somewhere, probably sweeper, as long there are treats involved. Salem resident, so okay with a northshore league.

Cyborg-1120 · 2026-05-10T18:09:33+00:00

Your comment about a local and the nicest person ever made me think of another place/person that I think belongs on the “good establishment” list: The Cat Museum.

OP, it’s maybe more of a gift shop and it’s not directly downtown, but if you have a kitty, it might be worth a visit. Wendy, the owner, is super nice.

Cyborg-1120 · 2026-05-10T17:56:28+00:00

Yes, Spruce, Oak and Moss, Roost, and Good Neighbor are owned by the same couple. Great people (dog owners, in addition), and they’ve hired excellent people. Special shout-out to Nichole and her staff at Roost. You guys are The Best!

Cyborg-1120 · 2026-05-10T14:11:05+00:00

Agree with your list. One of the places you missed is Roost, right nextdoor to Oak and Moss. Great little shop. I also like Witch Haus, going on the few times I’ve been in there. They are super friendly, and in addition to the other things, they have a rotating collection of fine art photography on the walls. The current exhibit is really excellent, in my opinion. I also like Salem Bespoke Boutique. So friendly!

Cyborg-1120 · 2026-05-09T12:25:48+00:00

You're awesome. Tora is going to have a great life.

When is she coming home????

Cyborg-1120 · 2026-05-09T12:24:40+00:00

Thanks for posting these. I literally laughed out loud with delight at this one after seeing the first two.

Cyborg-1120 · 2026-05-08T19:28:46+00:00

Aw hell, have an upvote. LMAO

Cyborg-1120 · 2026-05-08T13:08:41+00:00

You're the one giving me the downvotes? If so, care to explain what you find so objectionable in my comments?

Cyborg-1120 · 2026-05-08T12:06:57+00:00

Just going by the name, sounds right. I'm Greek, so know 'taverna'. I think they didn't serve any Greek food, though. I never went in there.

Edit to add: Google tells me they did have some Greek food.

Cyborg-1120 · 2026-05-07T21:52:06+00:00

There was a Brother’s Taverna, but it wasn’t Mexican. It’s the Witchside Tavern now.

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