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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
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
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
Vote for Salem’s Minto-Brown Island Park for USA Today’s 10Best Dog Parks in the Country
Help us celebrate Minto-Brown Island Park’s off-leash dog area by voting in USA Today’s 10Best contest starting May 28 through June 24, 2024.
05/28/2024 9:30 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
Salem Police begins preparations for its 40th year of National Night Out
05/24/2024 3:07 PM
Deadly crash involving a motorized scooter and car
05/24/2024 3:01 PM
2024 Summer Reading Challenge starts June 11 for all ages
Beginning on Tuesday, June 11, readers of all ages can track the hours they spend reading and listening to stories in order to earn book bags, free books, and chances at other prizes.
05/22/2024 9:44 PM
Salem Disaster Resilience For Heritage Resources Plan
05/22/2024 3:20 PM
Detectives arrest one and seize drugs, dozens of guns while executing search warrant
05/22/2024 11:07 AM
Passenger dies in single-vehicle collision
05/20/2024 4:28 PM
PINs now needed for Libby/Overdrive use
Overdrive now requires a PIN in addition to your card number to access your account in the Libby app or Library2Go online. We have some tips for you!
05/14/2024 3:23 PM
Victim in hit-and-run collision dies days later
05/13/2024 2:28 PM
Minto-Brown Island Parking Lots to Begin Construction May 28th
The Minto-Brown Island parking lot paving project, funded by the 2022 Safety and Livability Bond, is scheduled to begin construction on May 28, 2024.
05/13/2024 11:30 AM
Salem Budget Committee Approves $727.6 Million Plan, Balances Community needs and Supports Low-Cost Family Fun
05/10/2024 2:25 PM
Man arrested in menacing and pistol-whip incident
05/09/2024 1:41 PM
Come Out and Play! 2024 Recreation Guide Now Available
05/01/2024 11:22 AM
State Honors Salem's Archaeological Innovation
04/30/2024 1:38 PM
Turner Road Closed Between Kuebler Blvd and Deer Park Drive
Drivers in Southeast Salem should be aware of a road closure on Turner Road SE, south of Boone Road SE and north of Deer Park Road SE.
04/29/2024 1:26 PM
Salem man arrested in child sex abuse case
04/26/2024 2:58 PM
Man arrested in domestic assault, kidnapping case
04/25/2024 11:28 AM
Early morning collision results in motorcyclist fatality
04/24/2024 6:26 PM