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State street will be closed east of the Northeast 12th Street intersection on Monday, March 4, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. as crews repair the pavement at the railroad crossing. The closure impacts travel lanes, sidewalks and nearby parking spaces.

Traffic on Northeast 12th Street will be allowed in both directions during construction. See the city’s current road conditions map for updates.

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Here’s some of today’s news. Catch our latest reports anytime on our website.

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The city shared additional details about the proposed development for what is referred to as Block 50, which includes 230 apartments, 15% of them affordable, and hopes for a grocery…

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Events in Salem this weekend include cover bands, a one-woman musical comedy show at the library and a volunteer opportunity at Pioneer Cemetery.

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Jim Sellers, former Oregon journalist and state agency employee, writes a regular column to help thousands in Salem deal with the confusing world of Medicare and federal benefits. He’s available…

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