Salem Begins Invasive Plants Treatment in the Oxbow Slough

Starting July 22, Oxbow Slough in Minto-Brown Island Park will be closed periodically for herbicide treatments to remove invasive Ludwigia.

07/17/2024 9:00 AM

La Planta de tratamiento de Ozono de Salem está en Pleno Funcionamiento, lo que Garantiza Agua Potable Segura Para los Clientes de Salem

El agua potable de Salem sigue siendo segura para todos los usuarios.

07/16/2024 7:58 PM

Salem’s Ozone Treatment Facility Ensures Safe Drinking Water for Salem Customers

Salem’s drinking water remains safe to drink for all customers.

07/16/2024 5:48 PM

Complete Burn Ban Has Been Lifted

07/16/2024 3:58 PM

Viva Salem Festival Invites Performers and Vendors

07/15/2024 3:23 PM

Man riding a motorcycle killed in collision with a truck

07/11/2024 9:33 PM

Stolen vehicle investigation leads to four arrests

07/11/2024 9:31 PM

Man arrested in menacing incident at Riverfront Park

07/03/2024 1:28 PM

10 consejos de seguridad para las enfermedades causadas por el calor

07/03/2024 10:21 AM

Walk Before Wheels: Starting July 8th, Pedestrians Get a 3-Second Head Start in Downtown Salem

This will add a 3-second head start for pedestrians in crosswalks before cars get a green light.

07/02/2024 2:17 PM

10 Safety Tips for Summer Heat

07/02/2024 8:33 AM

Some library fees updated beginning July 1

July 1 marks the beginning of a new fiscal year for the City of Salem, which brings adjustments to the Salem Public Library fee schedule for printing, meeting rooms, and for Library of Things items returned in need of cleaning.

06/30/2024 12:04 PM

Se agregará control de velocidad a dos intersecciones a partir del lunes

06/28/2024 4:58 PM

Speed enforcement added to two intersections starting Monday

06/28/2024 3:46 PM

Arrest made in convenience store armed robbery

06/26/2024 3:15 PM

McGilchrist Street and 22nd Street Intersection to Open July 1

The updated intersection and traffic signal will open to the public on July 1.

06/24/2024 1:30 PM

Investigators seek potential witness in suspicious death investigation

06/20/2024 3:13 PM

Public Works Dispatch Center Reporting Cellphone Issues

Cellphone issues have been resolved. No further action is needed.

06/18/2024 3:05 PM

Teen Advisory Board applications open through July 8

Interested in being more involved in the Salem Public Library Teen Scene? TAB is a leadership development program for middle and high school-aged youth. Anyone entering grade 6-11 may apply.

06/18/2024 12:26 PM

Traffic Alert: D Street NE Closed to Traffic between Capitol Street NE and 14th Street NE

D Street NE will be closed in both directions between Capitol Street NE and 14th Street NE at the Union Pacific railroad crossing beginning Friday, June 21, 2024.

06/14/2024 9:21 AM

Third suspect arrested in local mail theft network

06/13/2024 2:28 PM

Salem Ensures Safe Drinking Water Protected by the State-of-the-Art Treatment Processes, including Ozone

Salem’s drinking water remains safe for all water customers.

06/12/2024 5:20 PM

Pavement Improvements Coming to Liberty Street SE, Thanks to the Safety and Livability Bond

Work to repave Liberty Street between Mill Street SE and Trade Street SE has begun and will continue through the summer.

06/11/2024 11:36 AM

Agencies release joint statement on violence reduction efforts this summer

06/07/2024 3:07 PM

Juveniles involved in animal abuse case referred to detention

06/06/2024 12:04 PM

Jóvenes involucrados en caso de maltrato de un animal remetidos a detención

06/06/2024 12:01 PM

Nine Things You Should Know About Salem's Recommended 2024-2025 Budget

06/06/2024 11:26 AM

Suspect in string of bank robberies apprehended

06/05/2024 10:39 AM

University of Oregon's Sustainable City Year Program Celebrates Yearlong Partnership with City of Salem

06/03/2024 12:45 PM

Library Road Trip activity encourages exploring area libraries

Looking for a fun summer activity? Consider the 2024 Library Road Trip! Salem Public Library is part of the Chemeketa Cooperative Regional Library Service (CCRLS) and you are invited to have an adventure visiting at least five of the member libraries in Marion, Polk, and Yamhill counties!

05/31/2024 4:58 PM

Mayor Honors 12 Class of 2024 Seniors for Their Service

05/31/2024 11:32 AM

City Council Prioritizes Peace in Gaza Ceasefire Resolution

05/31/2024 10:12 AM

Woman struck by car in west Salem dies

05/30/2024 1:27 PM

Center 50+ Wellness on Wheels Earns Innovation Award

05/30/2024 10:39 AM

Help choose the 2025 Salem Reads book

Please help choose the book for the 2025 Salem Reads: One Book, One Community project! Vote online through Monday, June 10.

05/27/2024 8:37 PM