The district has $151 million to spend total, with most of it still unclaimed. Much has gone toward hiring new employees to cut elementary class sizes, add school nurses and mentor high school students to help them stay on track.
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Community holds vigil to mourn loss of local teen
Hundreds gathered at West Salem High School Tuesday night to mourn the loss of junior Serena Brenneman.
Salem chocolatier celebrates a year of its sweet vegan treats
Chomp! Chocolate was honored with an award from economic development group SEDCOR, and is celebrating its first anniversary this weekend.
Sheriff’s office investigating hit and run east of Salem
Witnesses described the involved car as “a cherry red” hatchback that hit a bicyclist.
Body of West Salem teen found in Willamette River
The Oregon State Medical Examiner determined cause of Zackary Brenneman’s death was drowning, and detectives found no evidence of a crime or foul play, the Salem Police Department said Tuesday afternoon.
Salem City Club to host debate for Senate District 11 seat
Candidates Kim Thatcher (R) and Richard Walsh (D) are vying for the seat.
Police, community seeking information on missing West Salem teen
Police and the community seeking a Salem teen has not been seen by his family since a football game at West Salem High School on Sept. 16.
OSHA fines 2 contractors $144,000 for repeat fall violations
Contractors in Salem, Woodburn were fined for violations related to not ensuring fall protections when workers could fall six feet or more.
Ideal Option hosts event Friday to support addiction recovery
The Salem outpatient drug treatment clinic is offering safe disposal, intake and same-day appointments.
Bridgeway Recovery Center’s annual Run for Recovery this weekend
The Sunday event will help support programs to increase understanding of mental health and addiction as Bridgeway prepares to expand its Salem campus.