Abbey McDonald
Abbey McDonald joined the Salem Reporter in 2022. She previously worked as the business reporter at The Astorian, where she covered labor issues, health care and social services. A University of Oregon grad, she has also reported for the Malheur Enterprise, The News-Review and Willamette Week.
UPDATE: Councilors finalize revenue task force plans
In their meeting on Monday, Dec. 11, the Salem City Council finalized their plan for a revenue task force that will seek ways to raise city funds and discussed cuts to hours at the Salem Public Library.
PHOTOS: Salem celebrates Hanukkah with 2023 Grand Menorah lighting
A crowd gathered at Salem’s Mirror Park on Sunday to celebrate the fourth night of Hanukkah with a parade, fire dancing and grand menorah lighting.
EVENTS: Riverfront tree lighting returns
This weekend in Salem take a carriage ride, dance at a Céilí or see local performers shine with a full schedule of events.
Salem Public Library to close Sunday, reduce hours starting in January
Amid looming budget cuts and short staffing, the Salem Public Library will close on Sundays and reduce hours at the main branch. The West Salem Branch will only be open two days a week.
South Salem Ace Hardware raises over $11,000 for pajama drive
South Salem Ace Hardware donated over 900 pairs of pajamas to the United Way of the Mid-Willamette Valley’s annual holiday pajama drive, an amount that expanded the fundraiser and will give more kids in foster care and shelters a comfy set of sleepwear.
UPDATE: City to support affordable housing development at former Salem General Hospital
During their Monday, Dec. 4, meeting, the Salem City Council discussed plans for the upcoming revenue task force and approved floodplain management plans.
Salem-area flood advisory extended to Thursday
Between 2.25 and 4 inches of rain are expected in Salem this week, prompting the National Weather Service to extend a flood advisory warning through Thursday.
ART: December’s art exhibitions and events
Local art exhibitions in December this month include a show with tiny paintings and complex works by master weavers.
2023 Salem holiday events guide
There are plenty of places to celebrate the holidays in Salem this month, including parades, light shows, shopping and performances.
City opens sandbag stations as heavy rains expected starting Thursday
Up to three inches of rain is forecasted to fall over the next three days, prompting Salem to open up locations to pick up sandbags and ask residents to help clear storm drains. The National Weather Service warns of increased risk of flooding in creeks.