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.
PHOTOS: Volunteers improve Englewood Park on Martin Luther King Jr. Day
A group of around 50 Salemites spent their Monday morning off pulling weeds and planting trees.
Covid weekly report for Jan. 13: local cases increase
In the past week, the Oregon Health Authority reports four newly identified deaths of local residents with Covid.
Where to learn and volunteer in Salem on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Monday, Jan. 16 is Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and Salem plans to celebrate his life with volunteer events, guest lectures and a car march.
City has six months to steer budget away from cliff
The budget committee met Wednesday evening to discuss the next five years of funding firefighters, city streets and more. “We literally have wrung this system and organization dry,” said City Manager Keith Stahley.
Longtime Salem public works director retires
After 28 years working for the city of Salem, Peter Fernandez is learning to enjoy the streets, parks and infrastructure he helped develop from a layman’s perspective.
Salem City Council commits $2 million to airport terminal improvements, staffing
At Monday’s meeting, tourism and business groups spoke in favor of the spending, which is a precursor to bringing commercial flights back to the city. A majority of commenters were opposed, citing climate and budgetary concerns.
Online Salem history archive to change hands
The site salemhistory.net provides thousands of free historical photographs to the public. The Salem Public Library has managed the site for years, but wants to transition it to a new home with an archivist on staff.
YOUR GOVERNMENT: Council to vote on $2.4 million airport terminal upgrade, staffing
At Monday’s meeting, the council will also swear in new members and discuss land use and improvement projects.
Covid weekly report for Jan. 6: Cases decrease locally and statewide
In the past week, the Oregon Health Authority reports five newly identified deaths of local residents with Covid.
Salem City Council returns in person after 3 years of online meetings
Monday’s council meeting will be the first offered in a hybrid format since councilors moved online at the start of the pandemic. Supply chain issues in getting hybrid equipment delayed the return, according to the city.