It usually means pedestrians can use the walk button to cross, so use caution and be prepared to stop.

Right turn on red is okay after you come to a full stop and only if there isn’t a pedestrian in a crosswalk or traffic turning. If there’s a “no turn on red” sign, you can’t turn either.

Trying to get a “jump” on a pedestrian in the crosswalk is the fastest way to add points to your insurance.

At this time of year in Salem, just assume a cop is watching.

If you head up Maine way in your travels, just remember there’s no right turn on a steady red arrow. Otherwise, right on red after stop is fine.