Motorcyclist dies in early evening collision

04/18/2024 10:28 PM

Second arrest in mail theft investigation

04/16/2024 2:54 PM

City Manager Proposes FY 2025 Budget for Consideration

The formal submittal of the City Manager’s Proposed FY 2025 Budget marks the beginning of the deliberations process for the Citizen Budget Committee.

04/12/2024 1:51 PM

One deceased, one injured in early morning shooting incident

04/04/2024 11:25 AM

Early morning collision leaves one injured, one deceased

04/02/2024 4:49 PM

Join the City Nature Challenge

​Join the City Nature Challenge between April 26 and April 29. Get outside to explore and take pictures of plants and wildlife! The City of Salem is partnering with Marion Soil & Water Conservation District to join the City Nature Challenge in April.

04/02/2024 10:34 AM

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

Help Shape Salem's Future

Learn about Salem's financial outlook. Share ideas about funding your priorities

03/22/2024 4:07 PM

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

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 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