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.
Covid weekly report for Oct. 28: New cases decrease across state, Salem area
The Oregon Health Authority reports four local deaths of people with Covid in the past week.
CC: Media to launch community journalism program
Meet CC: Media's new community news director, Meghan Jonas, who hopes to train more local journalists in Salem.
Salem to build state’s first community microgrid
Using a $1 million grant from the state, the project would provide emergency power to connected buildings in southeast Salem during an outage.
Salem Peace Lecture to discuss nuclear weapons abolition
This year's Salem Peace Lecture will feature an expert in nuclear weapons abolition and celebrate PCUN, Oregon's farm worker union.
City recognizes Salem volunteers for work
The 34 Salemites honored this year included students using fungi to break down plastic, storm drain painters and flag designers.
New chapel, garden spaces at Salem Hospital provide more space for waiting families
The new areas, added during a larger renovation of the hospital campus, are intended to make waiting with loved ones easier in the busiest emergency room on the West Coast.
Salem, here’s how to make your vote count on Election Day
From lost ballots to blank envelopes, officials share common issues that show up every Election Day, and tips on how to make sure your vote counts.
UPDATED: I-5 south remains closed south of Albany following new crashes
Police say at least one person was killed in the crashes, which occurred over a 1-mile stretch on the freeway and involved at least seven commercial vehicles.
Salem Symphonic Winds focuses on fun and accessibility as season kicks off Saturday
Salem Symphonic Winds will open its 48th season with musical tales narrated in Spanish and English inspired by ghost stories and children's literature.
Samhain Celtic New Year Festival returns Saturday
Traditional Gaelic food and festivities