Children's Poet Tree

Kids are invited to submit a poem this April to be featured on the Poet Tree in the Children's Corner in celebration of National Poetry Month.

03/30/2024 2:10 PM

Residential Fire Results in Fatality

03/28/2024 8:49 AM

Detectives arrest one in connection with mail theft, multiple federal charges pending

03/26/2024 2:07 PM

Early morning collision leaves one deceased, two injured

03/23/2024 10:35 AM

Drivers Wanted: Join Our Center 50+ Volunteer Team

03/14/2024 11:07 AM

One deceased and two injured in shooting incident

03/07/2024 5:16 PM

Enter the 2024 Historic Landmarks Commission Photo Contest

03/07/2024 9:18 AM

Passenger dies in traffic collision in south Salem

02/25/2024 3:54 PM

Bridget Esqueda Named City Librarian

Bridget Esqueda has been appointed City Librarian for the Salem Public Library effective Monday, February 26.

02/23/2024 2:39 PM

Salem Selects Development Partners for Downtown BLOCK 50 Project

02/23/2024 1:30 PM

Salem Parks and Recreation Board Approves Funding for 12 Park Enhancement Projects

Neighborhood Associations submitted 12 qualifying applications for park enhancements. Selected projects include activity equipment, invasive plant removal and pollinator garden, and information kiosks.

02/22/2024 2:28 PM

Capital City Youth Committee Invites Mid-Valley Teens to Spring Summit

02/16/2024 3:04 PM

Take the March into Nonfiction Reading Challenge for Ages 0-18

02/15/2024 11:35 AM

Traffic Team investigates pedestrian fatality

02/08/2024 10:43 PM

Northwest Human Services Expands Homeless Services with New Mobile Outreach Van

02/08/2024 8:58 AM

Local barber arrested in sex crimes investigation

02/05/2024 10:32 AM

Search warrant served results in one arrested, guns and drugs seized

02/02/2024 4:43 PM

Avelo Airlines Reaffirms Commitment to Flights from Salem Municipal Airport

In a statement, Avelo announces spring and summer travel to 16 destinations across the west coast.

02/02/2024 8:57 AM

River Road South is Reopened to All Traffic

River Road South is reopened to all traffic. Please drive safe.

01/31/2024 7:00 PM

Shooting in store parking lot leaves three injured

01/29/2024 2:34 PM

River Road South Closed Due to Landslide

River Road South between Owens Street SE and Minto Island Road SE is closed to all traffic due to a landslide.

01/28/2024 7:30 AM

Homicide investigation develops overnight

01/25/2024 12:00 PM

Minto-Brown Island Parking Lots are Getting an Upgrade Thanks to the Safety and Livability Bond

Thanks to the Safety and Livability Bond, new paved surfaces, stormwater facilities, accessibility upgrades, and landscaping are planned.

01/25/2024 11:30 AM

City Celebrates Clean Audit and Excellence Award

• A financial audit is a thorough review of financial statements to assure an accurate representation of activities. • Certificate of Achievement is the highest form of recognition in governmental accounting and financial reporting and demonstrates a constructive ‘spirit of full disclosure’.

01/24/2024 8:07 AM

Salem Reads 2024 Kicks Off February 1, Exploring The Inheritance of Orquídea Divina

Everyone is invited to engage and explore together as the 8th annual Salem Reads: One Book, One Community kicks off on February 1. This month-long series of events, activities, and displays explores the themes of The Inheritance of Orquídea Divina by Zoraida Córdova in 2024.

01/22/2024 4:55 PM

City of Salem Resumes Normal Operation of In-Person Services Following Weather Related Closures

In-person services at the Civic Center, Salem Public Library, and Center 50+ will resume as scheduled on Thursday, January 18, 2024.

01/18/2024 6:41 AM

City of Salem Continues In-Person Service Closures for Wednesday – Online Services and Essential Operations Remain Available

Temperatures have risen above freezing early this morning but conditions on neighborhood streets, sidewalks, and in parking lots continue to be icy.

01/17/2024 6:28 AM

Salem Anticipates Challenging Conditions Due to Ice Storm Warning

01/16/2024 3:38 PM

City of Salem Announces In-Person Service Closures – Online Services and Essential Operations Remain Available

City services will continue to be available online, by phone, or by email but many City buildings will be closed to the public.

01/15/2024 1:51 PM

Technical Issue Affects Salem's Traffic Camera System - Images Not Refreshing

The City of Salem regrets to inform the public that a technical issue has impacted the functionality of the city's traffic camera system.

01/14/2024 2:03 PM

Investigators ask for public’s help in locating family of injured bicyclist

01/13/2024 2:41 PM

Pedestrian dies in traffic collision downtown

01/12/2024 11:48 PM

City of Salem Closes Salem Public Library Due to Winter Storm Conditions

Due to anticipated winter weather and cold conditions, the City of Salem is closing in-person services at the Salem Public Library and Center 50+ on Saturday.

01/12/2024 4:30 PM

Prepare For Challenging Road Conditions as Salem Braces for Snow and Freezing Rain

Friday evening temperatures will drop below freezing and on Saturday snow, freezing rain, and below-freezing temperatures are likely.

01/11/2024 11:56 AM

Salem City Council Affirms 2024 Priorities

Priorities guide budget development for the coming year.

01/10/2024 1:35 PM