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Police investigate fatality at local park
08/20/2022 12:42 PM
Tiny Art featured in display, library dollhouse
Select Tiny Art Gallery works will be shrunk further and added to the walls of the library's newly remodeled dollhouse.
08/12/2022 4:31 PM
School Zone Flashing Beacon Testing
Testing of school zone flashing beacons in the City of Salem and Keizer is expected to start August 16, 2022. This testing is necessary to prepare for the upcoming 2022 school year.
08/12/2022 11:00 AM
Salem Receives $13.2 Million For McGilchrist St. SE Improvements
Salem has been awarded $13.2 million through the RAISE Discretionary Grant Fund for the McGilchrist Complete Street Project.
08/11/2022 5:00 PM
Salem City Councilor Andersen Announces Resignation
Salem City Councilor H. Thomas Andersen, representing Ward 2, announced his resignation at a City Council meeting August 8, 2022. Andersen has served on the council since 2014.
08/09/2022
Capitol Jam Community Music Festival is Coming to Salem
Capitol Jam Community Music Festival is coming to Salem on Saturday, August 27, 2022 at the Gerry Frank | Salem Rotary Amphitheater.
08/08/2022 5:30 PM
Midnight shooting incident leaves two wounded and one teen arrested
08/08/2022 5:06 PM
Give Yourself Extra Time When Traveling West Salem Bridges
08/05/2022 9:44 AM
Traffic Team investigates fatal collision involving train, pedestrian
08/02/2022
Fun for All Ages: Celebrate Salem Civic Center’s 50th Anniversary August 18
07/29/2022
Detectives investigate shooting death
07/28/2022 3:43 PM
Concerns of Emerald Ash Borer Growing in Oregon
The emerald ash borer (EAB), a destructive and invasive insect known for killing ash trees in North America has recently been discovered in western Oregon.
07/28/2022 1:30 PM
Excessive Heat Warning Across Willamette Valley
07/25/2022 3:36 PM
Book chosen for 2023 Salem Reads: One Book, One Community
After a rigorous selection process and a vote by many readers, our community has selected "Born a Crime," a best-selling memoir by comedian Trevor Noah to be the focus of discussion, events, and activities in February 2023.
07/22/2022 10:51 AM
Soul Box Project Display at Library Focuses on Gunfire Awareness
Salem Public Library is hosting a display of the national Soul Box Project from July 19 through August 19, a project designed to draw focus to the impacts of gun violence in the United States.
07/18/2022 1:39 PM
Bill Riegel Park Improvements Starting Soon
Construction is set to begin on new Bill Riegel Park features, including a playground expansion, picnic shelter, and a new paved path around the park.
07/14/2022 9:46 AM
Keith Stahley Selected As Salem City Manager
After a five-month recruitment, candidate screening and extensive interview process, the Salem City Council has selected Keith Stahley as Salem’s next City Manager. The Salem City Council expressed appreciation to the community for their input into this process.
07/11/2022 11:14 AM
Micro-Shelter Community to Relocate to Center Street This Summer
07/06/2022 3:12 PM
Amended Community Improvement Bond Heads to Voters
If approved by voters, the bond will provide for investment in streets, sidewalks, parks and public safety without increasing the City’s property tax rate.
07/01/2022 9:36 AM
Hours expand at the West Salem Branch
Expanded hours kick off at the West Salem Branch beginning Saturday, July 2. The branch will now be open four days each week - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday.
06/30/2022 3:05 PM
Salem Planners Receive State Engagement Award
Our Salem coordinators pursued more inclusive engagement, reaching beyond typical land use advocacy groups.
06/28/2022 1:55 PM
Woodmansee Park Improvements Scheduled for Construction July 2022
Construction to begin on new Woodmansee Park features, including construction of an irrigated multi-use sports field, a reservable shelter for picnicking and group gatherings, paved paths, and tennis court replacement.
06/27/2022 6:48 AM
Play it Safe as Summer Heat Returns
These 10 tips will help you stay healthy as the temperature climbs.
06/23/2022 1:20 PM
November Election Runoff Will Decide Ward 4 Winner
06/23/2022 12:13 PM
Willamette Slough Habitat Restoration Continues
Restoration of the Willamette Slough continues with the treatment of the aquatic invasive plant, Ludwigia.
06/23/2022 10:32 AM
Enter Our Salem Civic Center Photo Contest
This year marks the 50th anniversary of Salem Civic Center and you can use your photographic skills to help us celebrate. We're hosting a Civic Center 50th Anniversary photo contest to honor the art, architecture and history of our campus at 555 Liberty St. SE and our community.
06/21/2022 1:27 PM
Two Salem City Manager Candidates Advance
06/17/2022 4:17 PM
Historical Quarterly Honors Salem Archaeological Article
Story on Salem's early Chinese Community interweaves storylines past and present.
06/17/2022 2:51 PM
Salem Public Library goes fine-free on July 1
A new fine-free policy for Salem Public Library takes effect on July 1. Many people now unable to use their library cards because of fines owed will be able to use the library again!
06/16/2022
Two Northwest Artists Selected for Salem’s Next Public Art Project
The Public Works Operations Building will be a central headquarters for Public Works personnel and serve as a center for departmental response to public emergencies.
06/14/2022 1:23 PM
Submit Questions for June 15 City Manager Candidate Virtual Forum
06/10/2022 5:39 PM
Floating Boat Docks Removed from Wallace Marine Park
Due to recent rains and higher than normal river levels for the Willamette River this time of year, sections of the floating boat docks at Wallace Marine Park have been temporarily removed.
06/10/2022 2:31 PM
IRONMAN 70.3 Oregon Brings Elite Athletes to Compete in Salem
Ironman 70.3 Oregon takes place on Sunday, July 10, 2022, beginning at 6:00 a.m. in Riverfront Park.
06/10/2022 8:42 AM
Splash Fountains Open June 21, 2022
The self-operating splash fountain hours and locations can be found here. Once turned on for the season, the spray fountains are open seven days a week through the Labor Day holiday weekend.
06/09/2022 4:00 PM
Indian School Excavation Reveals Thousands of Artifacts
06/02/2022 4:30 PM