Each week we poll Danvers Patch readers about different issues in town or Danvers-related questions. Below are the results of this week's polls. This week, we asked on the site:  When you think of Danvers, what is our "biggest claim to fame?" The Danversport Explosion =8 The Salem Witch Trials =15 Meep! =5 The recent corn maze incident =10 Check back each week for our latest poll.

Each week we poll our Facebook readers on a Danvers related topic. This week we asked our Facebook readers: Which Danvers project do you wish was finished now? 52 people voted. The results were... Rt. 128 Construction ... 32 votes Water Street Bridge ... 6 votes Danvers High School Renovation ... 5 votes Rail Trail ... 3 votes Route 1 & Centre St. Bridge ... 3 votes Ice Hockey Rink ... 2 votes Poll Conversations: David A. Wright, who answered Water Street Bridge said, "I think two/three years is enough." Cathy Price commented, "Hockey rink definitely!" Check out past poll results: If One …

Each week we poll our Facebook readers on a Danvers related topic. This week we asked our Facebook readers: If one restaurant in Danvers could make a comeback, which would you be most excited for? 137 people voted. The results were... Vics Drive In: 32 votes York's Steak House: 29 votes Romies: 19 votes Mscisz Drive-In: 17 votes Ponderosa: 5 votes Ground Round: 5 votes Hometown Buffet: 4 votes Cherrystones: 4 votes Jimmy's Allenhurt: 4 votes Jambalaya: 3 votes Spuds: 3 votes Chi-Chi's: 2 votes China Sails: 1 vote Nam's Laundry (back room): 1 vote Crab House: 1 vote East Side Marios: 1 vote …

This week we polled our Facebook readers on their favorite breakfast spot in town, and we pleased to see one of the highest voter turnouts in Danvers Patch Facebook history!  The results were... New Brothers Restaurant and Deli ... 19 votes Each Peach Cafe Organic Smoothies and More ... 18 votes Chuck's Restaurant ... 17 votes Daily Harvest Cafe ... 8 votes McDonald's ... 4 votes Portside Diner ... 4 votes I'd like to see a new breakfast spot in town ... 3 votes The Little Depot Diner in Peabody Square ... 1 vote In A Pig's Eye Restaurant ... 1 vote Century House ... 1 vote Dunkin Donuts ... …

Here at Danvers Patch we love social media because it helps us to figure out what you're most interested in, and it's one of the main ways we hear your feedback on what's going on. Social Media Saturday is a weekly feature that recaps some of the top stories that had you talking on Facebook. Poll Results This week we asked three Facebook poll questions. The results are... What are your thoughts on Hurricane Irene? (asked Thursday Aug. 25) We live in New England...I expect this stuff. 4 votes I'm taking precautions early to avoid problems later. 8 votes I'll worry about it as it gets closer. …

Here at Danvers Patch we love social media because it helps us to figure out what you're most interested in, and it's one of the main ways we hear your feedback on what's going on. Social Media Saturday is a weekly feature that recaps some of the top stories that had you talking on Facebook. Overheard The stabbing of a Danvers Police Officer topped news in social media this week. Kim Ba commented, "Oh no! Hope he's ok. That's right down the street from me!" After announcing that the suspect had been caught, John Myers also responded, "Nice....great work!"  35 people shared our story about …

Here at Danvers Patch we love social media because it helps us to figure out what you're most interested in, and it's one of the main ways we hear your feedback on what's going on. Social Media Saturday is a weekly feature that recaps some of the top stories that had you talking.  Overheard This week we brought readers to the scene of the Verizon strikes. Maria Catalano commented "I was there in 1989 with EAL , we worn our uniforms , carried signs with pride. The company lied then failed. I sympathy with these strikers and will NOT cross a picket line. Glen Barclay also commented, "Thanks for…

Here at Danvers Patch we love social media because it helps us to figure out what you're most interested in, and it's one of the main ways we hear your feedback on what's going on. Social Media Saturday is a weekly feature that recaps some of the top stories that had you talking on Facebook. Overheard The liquor licenses awarded in Danvers had lots of readers talking, before and after the Board of Selectmen Meeting. Before the results came in Richard Taylor commented, "ipazi and 9 elm will get it... hope suwasdee gets it too but hong kong, despite their inferior product compared to sawasdi, …

Here at Danvers Patch we love social media because it helps us to figure out what you're most interested in, and it's one of the main ways we hear your feedback on what's going on. Social Media Saturday is a weekly feature that recaps some of the top stories that had you talking on Facebook. Overheard Our feature on Mario's Restaurant sparked readers' interest on Facebook. Martha Daniels said, "I have tried the meatballs and they're the best I ever tasted. The sauce was so delicious too. Tasted very fresh. Definitely recommend Mario's. :)" Priscilla Karolides Herrick also commented, "Decided …

Here at Danvers Patch we love social media because it helps us to figure out what you're most interested in, and it's one of the main ways we hear your feedback on what's going on. Social Media Saturday is a weekly feature that recaps some of the top stories that had you talking on Facebook. Overheard We asked readers their thoughts on the Lahey Clinic / Beverly Hospital merger, and received mixed reviews. Lauren Brown commented, "Well the lahey clinic has an awful reputation, so can't say I'm that happy about it." Karen Pivonski Lewis also commented, "My primary care doctor, who is …

Here at Danvers Patch we love social media because it helps us to figure out what you're most interested in, and it's one of the main ways we hear your feedback on what's going on. Social Media Saturday is a weekly feature that recaps some of the top stories that had you talking on Facebook. Overheard The town of Danvers sticking with People's United Bank because of its interaction had some people talking. Priscilla Karolides Herrick commented "Even though I am disappointed to see Danversbank go the way of so many others I am willing to give People's United a chance to prove themselves." In …

Here at Danvers Patch we love social media because it helps us to figure out what you're most interested in, and it's one of the main ways we hear your feedback on what's going on. Social Media Saturday is a weekly feature that recaps some of the top stories that had you talking on Facebook. Overheard It is no surprise that the controversial topic of illegal fireworks came up. Patty Denneler FitzGerald commented, "I like the fireworks display the town puts on, it's fun, safe and controlled, but I too don't understand why the police allow illegal fireworks in the neighborhoods. I'm tired of …

Here at Danvers Patch we love social media because it helps us to figure out what you're most interested in, and it's one of the main ways we hear your feedback on what's going on. Social Media Saturday is a weekly feature that recaps some of the top stories that had you talking on Facebook. Overheard The Danversbank merger was a hot topic this week on Facebook. Delia Santapaula Stanley commented, "boo hiss. I hope they keep the clock. I will probably change banks." David Salucco also commented stating, "The merger is bogus. The CEO...(uh-hum) promised no layoffs. But when push came to shove…

Here at Danvers Patch we love social media because it helps us to figure out what you're most interested in, and it's one of the main ways we hear your feedback on what's going on. Social Media Saturday is a weekly feature that recaps some of the top stories that had you talking on Facebook. Overheard Over 65 people on Facebook liked our Tapleyville Ice Cream feature.  On Facebook, Christi Showman Farrar said, "We walked by on Sunday, but got there before they were open. Looking forward to trying out their flavors, though! Speaking of sweet treats, we asked readers which of the three new …

Here at Danvers Patch we love social media because it helps us to figure out what you're most interested in, and it's one of the main ways we hear your feedback on what's going on. Social Media Saturday is a weekly feature that recaps some of the top stories that had you talking.  Overheard Folks were tuned in on this week's Business Spotlight: Teacher Jennifer Mscisz is "All About P.E." Michelle Turcotte Gilliss commented, "I wish I had half her energy!" Nancy Thomas Purcell added, "She is amazing, and a huge asset to our children." Danvers Recreation also commented, "Jennifer Mscisz has …

Here at Danvers Patch we love social media because it helps us to figure out what you're most interested in, and it's one of the main ways we hear your feedback on what's going on. Social Media Saturday is a weekly feature that recaps some of the top stories that had you talking on Facebook Overheard The opening of Olive Garden was a popular topic this week in Danvers. We asked who would be there when the doors opened: John Myers said, "No but my niece will be serving there....please tip her well!" When we reported back about the crowd we saw George Scione said, "No surprise. It will be like …

Here at Danvers Patch we love social media because it helps us to figure out what you're most interested in, and it's one of the main ways we hear your feedback on what's going on. Social Media Saturday is a weekly feature that recaps some of the top stories that had you talking.  Overhead Last week we told you about the 5 Restaurants Coming This Summer.... This week, we asked in a Facebook poll: Which restaurant are you most excited for? The results: Olive Garden, 19 votes. Buffalo Wild Wings, 13 votes. Taco Bell, 1 vote. Pizza Hut, 0 votes.  This week's Business Spotlight featured The Daily…

Danvers Patch loves using social media because it's one of the main ways we interact with you, find out what's on your mind, and answer your questions. Social Media Saturday recaps highlights from Facebook and other media from this past week. Also, we'll point you to some new and interesting pages you may not have known about before.  Overheard Here is a sampling of comments and happenings on our Facebook and other social media from the past week: People's United's plan to cut 91 jobs at six Danversbank branches as part of a merger has Joseph Tofalo saying, "Ohhhh, isn't that nice…put MORE …

Here at Danvers Patch, social media is a big deal. It’s one of the main ways we interact with you, answer your questions and get to see what’s on your mind. Social Media Saturday is a weekly feature where we highlight your questions and thoughts you’ve shared on Facebook and other media throughout the past week. We’ll also point you to some new and interesting pages you may not have known about before. Overheard Here is a sampling of comments and happenings on our Facebook page and the social media world from the past week: Readers were excited to hear that Saralena’s Pastry opened last …

Here at Danvers Patch, social media is a big deal. It’s one of the main ways we interact with you, answer your questions and get to see what’s on your mind. Social Media Saturday is a weekly feature where we highlight your questions and thoughts you’ve shared on Facebook and other media throughout the past week. We’ll also point you to some new and interesting pages you may not have known about before. Overheard Here is a sampling of comments and happenings on our Facebook page and the social media world from the past week: One story late this week that drew significant attention from readers…