Madeleine Moore
Madeleine Moore came to Salem after graduating from the University of Oregon in June 2024 with a bachelor’s degree in journalism. She covers addiction and recovery, transportation and infrastructure.
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.
Man and woman die in head-on crash on Cordon Road, three seriously injured
Two people died and three were injured after a crash between two pick-up trucks on Southeast Cordon Road Monday morning, Salem police said. The road was closed between Southeast Gaffin and Caplinger Roads for about four hours.
Pride in the Park expects thousands of visitors in biggest year yet at Riverfront Park
Pride in the Park celebrates its 46th year with a lineup of performances and over 200 art, food and resources booths. The event is expected to see almost 2,000 more visitors than in 2023.
Owner of West Salem jewelry business sentenced to 20 years for stealing money, heirlooms from customers
A Portland man was sentenced to 20 years in prison after he used Timeless Jeweler, his Salem business, to steal hundreds of thousands of dollars from his customers.
Salem events from Sept. 12-18: Art Fair, Punx in the Park, roller derby
Local events this week include the return of Salem Art Fair for its 75th anniversary, Mount Angel Oktoberfest and several local sales to support small business and organizations.