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Early morning collision leaves one injured, one deceased
04/02/2024 4:49 PM
Salem Pop-Up Library
Salem Public Library is bringing our outreach van for a day of library fun to the Salem Community!
03/30/2024 3:52 PM
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
Traffic Alert: Intersection at McGilchrist Street SE and 22nd Street SE to Close April 1 for Bond Project Construction
The City of Salem is informing drivers who use McGilchrist Street SE that the intersection at 22nd Street SE will be closed to traffic beginning April 1, 2024.
03/25/2024 11:00 AM
Early morning collision leaves one deceased, two injured
03/23/2024 10:35 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
New Bike and Pedestrian Upgrades Coming to Commercial and Liberty Streets SE
Installation of bicycle crossing signal and flashing beacon crossing starts March 4th, 2024.
02/26/2024 10:00 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 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
Shooting in store parking lot leaves three injured
01/29/2024 2:34 PM
Homicide investigation develops overnight
01/25/2024 12:00 PM
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
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
Man killed in New Year's Day shooting
01/03/2024 7:43 PM
UPDATE: Event Canceled - Childhood Secrets Revealed
PLEASE NOTE: This event has been canceled. We apologize for any inconvenience.
01/03/2024 2:57 PM
Kids, Teens Invited to Sign Up for Winter Reading Challenge
Children, teens, and families can snuggle up to read in January and earn a book to keep! Just print out a log and read/listen to at least five hours of stories during January 2024.
12/18/2023 3:21 PM
An Open Letter to Our Community about Changes to Library Hours
This is an open letter on the topic of changes to library hours, from the acting-in-capacity City Librarian to our library patrons, the residents of Salem, and everyone who loves and supports the library.
12/08/2023 2:00 PM
Suspects in string of armed robberies arrested, guns seized
12/05/2023 4:36 PM
Pedestrian dies after being struck by delivery truck
12/03/2023 5:58 PM
CCRLS Mobile App Inoperable - A Message from CCRLS
The CCRLS Mobile app for the The Chemeketa Cooperative Regional Library System (CCRLS) became inoperable on November 26, 2023. There is currently no timeline for a fix or alternative.
11/30/2023 1:06 PM
Officers respond to shooting in neighborhood, ends in officer-involved shooting
11/24/2023 2:58 PM