Hailey Cook
Hailey Cook joined Salem Reporter in 2025, following the completion of an internship through the University of Oregon’s Charles Snowden Program for Excellence in Journalism. She works as a reporter and photojournalist, with a focus on business and entertainment, among other topics.
Residents raise concerns over insurance, consolidation in Salem Health, Santiam deal
Patients, politicians and nonprofit leaders have submitted comments to state regulators reviewing the proposed merger between Salem Health and Santiam Hospital & Clinics. Many of the comments published online are in opposition to the proposal.
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5 things to do in Salem this week: Oregon Ag Fest, Willamette University luau, night market
Events in Salem this week include the Oregon Ag Fest at the fairgrounds, a luau put on by the Willamette University Hawaii Club and an Enchanted Night Market at Grand Theatre.
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VA to host two town halls in Salem on cemetery expansion
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs will have two town halls in the Loucks Auditorium Thursday, April 30, on a proposed cemetery development just outside Salem.
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State officials review Salem Health, Santiam deal
The Oregon Health Authority could decide in 30 days whether to greenlight the proposed merger between Salem Health and Santiam Hospital & Clinics. The new filing shows how patient care, from maternity to medical records, could change under the deal.
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Real estate “power couple” earns Salem First Citizen award
Laura and Dan Dorn will be presented with Salem’s First Citizen award in a Saturday, April 18, ceremony. The pair are well known for their mark on local real estate, philanthropy and regular volunteer and nonprofit commitments.
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South Salem health career club organizes fun run as students prepare for national competition
A South Salem club that supports future health care workers is having its biggest fundraiser yet to help send two students to a national competition where they will compete in health-related skills.
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Former federal prison guard sentenced for sexually abusing West Salem child
A Salem man and former guard at the Sheridan federal prison will serve over 12 years in prison after pleading no contest to two counts of first degree sexual abuse of a West Salem child under 12.
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5 things to do in Salem this week: Record Store Day, Earth Day crafts, comic art expo
Events in Salem this week include Record Store Day deals at Drum Bug Music and Harvest Music, Earth Day crafts at Willamette Art Center and a comic art expo at the fairgrounds.
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PHOTOS: Hundreds of alpacas convene in Salem for fairgrounds showcase
Alpacas from Oregon, California, Washington and around the country gathered at the fairgrounds for a three-day showcase that included a fleece judging competition, halter show, market and more.
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Local dragon boating club hosts free classes on Willamette River
The Peace Dragon Warriors Paddling Club is offering several free boating classes to anyone ages 14 and up. Club leaders hope it will attract more people to the sport and bring in more members to a club that’s seeing dwindling membership.
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