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There’s an abundance of tree, garden and Earth-focused events around Salem this weekend – our events guide below has a roundup.
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Here’s some of our latest news. Catch all of our reports anytime on our website.
Danielle Bethell, who’s in her fifth year as a Marion County Commissioner, is seeking the Republican nomination for governor to challenge Gov. Tina Kotek in 2026.
New maple trees will add shade near Minto Island Park’s parking lot 3 after an Arbor Day tree planting effort.
A lengthy investigation by Salem Reporter led to publication recently of a three-part series on flaws in Oregon’s civil commitment process. Here are the key findings.
Events in Salem this week include the yearly Oregon Ag Fest, a Swan Lake ballet performance, celebrations of Earth Day and a comedy play at Willamette University about gender and…
As a federal judge on Thursday temporarily blocked parts of President Donald Trump’s sweeping election executive order, Oregon’s top elections official joined officials from around the country in North Carolina…
Northeast Center Street was closed midday Friday between Northeast 14th and 17th Streets after a driver collided with a power pole.
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