BY JENN McDOWELL The Animal Rescue League houses hundreds of abandoned, surrendered and rescued animals and finds homes for them in surrounding communities, but few people know that they do much more. The League has a “no kill” philosophy, so unlike many shelters, there is no time limit on how long an animal stays at the shelter. ...

BY DARRELL HALEN Approximately 40 dogs, including rottweilers and pugs, were removed from a Salem woman’s home that was condemned by town officials. Christine Harris, 54, 75 South Policy Street, was arrested after she allegedly refused to allow the town’s animal control officer, armed with a search warrant, to inspect her trailer ...