A recent grant from Salem Health is allowing the Salem child abuse assessment center to retain two therapists.
Jordyn Brown
Salem’s Pride in the Park returns to celebrate LGBTQ community this weekend
This year’s festival is expected to be Capital Pride’s biggest event yet, with close to 140 booths, food carts, performances and more.
Bar employee accused of robbing Graveyard Bar
A woman working at the Graveyard Bar and a man she lives allegedly stole more than $30,000 from the bar, which is across the street from their residence, police said.
Salem residents report recent mail theft in neighborhoods
Postal inspectors said investigating mail theft without other evidence, like fraud, is difficult, but there are ways people can protect themselves.
Salem-Keizer School Board selects firm for superintendent search
Board Chair Ashley Carson Cottingham said next steps include setting an “aggressive timeline” for the search to replace Superintendent Christy Perry.
Salem grad fulfills a dream: speaking to the UN
Jennifer Borrero, a South Salem High School graduate, is addressing the importance of equal access to education in a speech at the United Nations this weekend.
Two injured in crash on Highway 22
A driver and passenger from Salem were flown to area hospitals in critical condition following the Thursday morning crash.
Man who assaulted police, stole patrol car in chase found guilty by jury
A Polk County judge sentenced David Leroy Miles, 35, to 68 months in prison after a May incident where he stole a Salem police officer’s car and led police on a high-speed chase.
Oregon Moms Union to hold conference in Salem about parent choice and schools
The political action committee, formed in 2021 to oppose Covid mandates in schools and push for more parental involvement, will bring in national speakers to talk about school curriculum, charter schools and homeschooling.
Free help with jobs, medical care, legal needs for veterans
On Wednesday, Salem-area veterans and service members can get haircuts, dental care, counseling referrals and more from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Salem YMCA.