Portland General Electric will stop by Bush’s Pasture Park to let people test drive or ride around in electric vehicles on Oct. 12. The utility is promoting electrification as many public agencies are adopting EVs.
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Salem events from Oct. 3-9: Haunted houses and prisons, winter markets
Events in Salem this week include the start of Wavra Farms’ indoor winter market, free concerts at Willamette University and the return of Nightmare Factory by the Oregon School for the Deaf.
Two Keizer residents accused of using Dallas auto shop to steal customers’ cars
Police arrested a Keizer man and woman accused of stealing four vehicles from customers of Kameleon Collision in Dallas.
A slice of local harvest festivals around Salem
Farms around Salem are open for the fall harvest season. If you’re looking for a horse ride, a haunted house or just want to pick pumpkins, here’s a guide to get you started.
Local League of Women Voters is one constant as candidates, voters face increased polarization
While political polarization has increased among voters, Marion and Polk County’s League of Women Voters is a steadfast source of information on voter rights, ballot measures and local candidates for the community. This election cycle, the league is engaging with groups often left out of political conversations, like unhoused and senior voters.
Salem events from Sept. 26-Oct. 2: Viva Salem, Gilbert House adventure
Events in Salem this week include a storybook adventure fundraiser at the Gilbert House Children’s Museum, a final round of the West Coast’s car stereo competition and Viva Salem’s lineup of Hispanic cultural performances.
City seeks developer to create “exciting new project” on vacant downtown lot
A downtown block by Pringle Creek and Riverfront Park is in the early stages of a development project that will turn it into a mixed-use property. “Block 45” is one of the last remaining undeveloped blocks of downtown after years of work to increase new buildings and housing.
Salem program brings unhoused veterans together, helps them “get back to life”
On Northeast Center Street, a housing program takes in veterans without a place to stay. VETcare provides much-needed community and support while connecting veterans with job opportunities, recovery services and housing.
Salem events from Sept. 19-25: Pride in the Park, Kroc fair and rodeo events
Events in Salem this week include a free family fair at the Kroc Center, a grape stomping competition and the biggest Pride in the Park event yet.
Friends of Felines opens low-cost vet clinic to help keep cats, owners together
On Tuesday, a veterinary nonprofit opened its new low-cost wellness clinic for cats and kittens. Friends of Felines wants to preserve owners’ relationships with their pets by helping lower financial barriers to veterinary services.
