Abbey McDonald
Senior Reporter Abbey McDonald joined the Salem Reporter in 2022, where she covers homelessness and housing. She previously worked as the business reporter at The Astorian. A University of Oregon grad, she has also reported for the Malheur Enterprise, The News-Review and Willamette 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.
UPDATE: Councilors approve $750k grant to downtown apartment development
During the Salem City Council meeting on Monday, Nov. 27, councilors voted to form a revenue task force to find funding options for the city and advanced plans for a connector road at a planned west Salem apartment complex.
Meet 30 local dogs available for adoption at special Nov. 30 event
Marion County Dog Services will open its doors to the public for the first time since the pandemic for a special adoption event on Thursday, Nov. 30.
Julie Hoy will challenge Chris Hoy as Salem’s mayor
Salem’s next mayor is likely to be named Hoy and live in east Salem, but that’s where the similarities end.
Bigger, brighter holiday parade coming to downtown Salem Friday
Santa will return on Friday, Dec. 1, for the Downtown Salem Holiday Parade that will feature floats, a Christmas tree lighting and 60,000 more holiday lights than last year.