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Fire Burning Near 4000 Block of Vitae Springs Road
Deputies are continuing to get updates from fire officials, some Level 3 evacuations are likely to last through the weekend. Property owners with livestock in the evacuation area should contact officials on site at Judson Middle School for assistance. Marion County Emergency Management is coordinati
09/09/2022 8:22 PM
City of Salem Issues Open Burning Ban Starting Today
09/08/2022 9:29 AM
Salem Satisfaction Survey Returns for 2022
It's that time again!
09/07/2022 10:31 AM
Early morning traffic collision results in fatality
09/06/2022 5:22 PM
Death investigation determined non-criminal
09/06/2022 5:20 PM
Call for Submissions: Adult Talent Show
The Salem Public Library is hosting an Adult Talent Show for performers 18+. Share your singing, dancing, instrumental, magical or other skills with the world! Submit your application by Monday, September 12.
09/06/2022 4:46 PM
City Streamlines Building Permit Applications
Year-long improvement process is designed to provide accurate and consistent plan review, standardize the process, and improve timing and accountability
09/06/2022 3:51 PM
Boot Scoot and Brew at Center 50+ is this Friday!
Center 50+ is hosting Boot Scoot and Brew this Friday, September 9th, 2022 starting at 4 p.m. The country music celebration will kick off with a square dance lesson followed by live music beginning at 5 p.m. from the northwest’s own Carrie Cunningham and Heart, Soul & Magic.
09/03/2022 10:00 AM
Check Out the Scenic Willamette River Water Trail
Check out the scenic 187-mile-long Willamette River Water Trail.
09/01/2022 10:26 AM
Minto-Brown Island Park Trail to Close for Invasive Plant Removal
The removal of invasive plants in Minto-Brown Island Park along the Minto Island Conservation Area is scheduled to take place on September 13, 2022.
09/01/2022 8:17 AM
Say Cheese! City of Salem to Start Collecting Visual Data of Salem Streets
Over the next 2 weeks, you may notice vehicles with sophisticated camera equipment driving the streets, alleyways, and right-of-ways of Salem.
08/30/2022 1:00 PM
Unusual weekend of violence in Salem
08/29/2022 7:27 PM
Council Approves 2023 Garbage Rates
08/25/2022 9:10 AM
Watch for Lane Closures on Liberty St S near Madrona Ave SE
City of Salem is warning drivers who use Liberty St. S near Madrona Ave SE to watch for traffic restrictions from August 23 to September 2, 2022 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
08/23/2022 7:44 AM
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