About

The Salem Reporter is a web-based news organization focused exclusively on reporting in the Salem area. Locally-owned and managed, Salem Reporter will provide readers a mix of national caliber investigative reports, clear and compelling coverage of local government, and insights into the people who hold power in the Salem community.

Our team of experienced journalists will report only on matters that matter to Salem readers, delving into local government, schools, business, nonprofits, and state government. Salem Reporter will also give the community unmatched coverage of major breaking news events, aiming to become the “go to” source for the community.

Reaching us

Phone: 503-357-3207

General inquiries: info@salemreporter.com

Mailing address: 2925 River Road S., Suite 280, Salem, OR 97302

Key employees

Les Zaitz, editor
les@salemreporter.com
O: 503-575-6109
C: 541-620-0933

Aubrey Wieber, state government reporter
aubrey@salemreporter.com
O: 503-575-1251
C: 503-720-9227

Rachel Alexander, education/nonprofits reporter
rachel@salemreporter.com
O: 503-575-1241
C: 206-407-5600

Troy Brynelson, government/business reporter
troy@salemreporter.com
O: 503-357-6190
C: 503-816-7634