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.
Salem clinic combines medication and counseling to treat opioid addiction

Relatively new to Salem, national treatment provider Community Medical Services uses medication to help people dependent on opioids. September is officially recognized as National Recovery Month.
Salem Art Fair avoids summer heat as it celebrates 75-year anniversary, adds new activities

Salem Art Fair returns to Bush’s Pasture Park this week, for its 75th anniversary, running Friday through Sunday. It adds local vineyards and a new drone light show.
City plans insecticide injections for ash trees to combat invasive insect found in Marion County

Emerald ash borers, an invasive insect, were detected in Marion County, prompting Salem to plan insecticide treatments. The Oregon Department of Agriculture announced a permanent quarantine for four counties in Oregon barring them from moving wood products that could be infested.
Salem events from Sept. 5-11: Boot Scoot & Brew, Xicha Fest

Salem events this week include a night of country music, dancing and delicious food, drag bingo night to support charities and the 15th anniversary of f/STOP Fitzgerald’s.
Salem Shark Tank event names two winning companies, promotes local entrepreneurs

A regional entrepreneurial event, modeled after the reality television show Shark Tank, brought businesses together for a pitching competition on Wednesday, Aug. 21. The two winners, Revino and Stiira, will use the award money to build equipment and strengthen their services.

