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An attempted bombing investigation is now underway in Salem, Massachusetts, after someone allegedly threw an explosive at the Satanic Temple. The FBI is now joining other law enforcement agencies for this investigation. The device was left at the Bridge Street temple at about 4 a.m. Monday, damaging the building, Salem police said. Neighbors reported hearing a bang, but thinking it just sounded like a truck hitting a pothole. The temple wasn't open at the time and no injuries were reported. A staff member discovered the failed explosive about 12 hours later. Members of the temple said it's not uncommon for...

The state’s energy and environmental affairs secretary, Ian Bowles, wants more energy-saving features to be built into the Wal-Mart and Lowe’s stores planned for Salem. Citing the ambitious environmental goals that have been embraced nationwide by Wal-Mart Stores Inc. and Lowe’s Home Improvement, Bowles said he was disappointed that plans for the Salem stores - detailed in documents filed with the state - did not include provisions for solar power and other energy-saving measures the companies have used in other states. Bowles conveyed that disappointment last week as he denied a request to allow the companies to file only a...