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It’s officially fall, and though Salem is still expecting warm weather this week, rain showers are expected to make an appearance starting Wednesday.

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60 years of service: Salem-Keizer Assistance League marks a milestone
As the Salem-Keizer community has grown, so has the need for assistance. Programs supporting students and families in need fill the gap.
60 years of service: Salem-Keizer Assistance League marks a milestone
As the Salem-Keizer community has grown, so has the need for assistance. Programs supporting students and families in need fill the gap.
OSHA fines Salem, Woodburn contractors $144,000 for repeat fall violations
Contractors in Salem, Woodburn were fined for violations related to not ensuring fall protections when workers could fall six feet or more.
OSHA fines Salem, Woodburn contractors $144,000 for repeat fall violations
Contractors in Salem, Woodburn were fined for violations related to not ensuring fall protections when workers could fall six feet or more.
Police, community seeking information on missing West Salem teen
Police and the community seeking a Salem teen has not been seen by his family since a football game at West Salem High School on Sept. 16.
Police, community seeking information on missing West Salem teen
Police and the community seeking a Salem teen has not been seen by his family since a football game at West Salem High School on Sept. 16.
Covid weekly report for Sept. 23: Salem-area cases rise
The average number of Covid patients at Salem Hospital and across the mid-Willamette region increased over the past week.
Covid weekly report for Sept. 23: Salem-area cases rise
The average number of Covid patients at Salem Hospital and across the mid-Willamette region increased over the past week.

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