Ron Cooper
Photographer Ron Cooper and his wife Penny moved to Salem in 1969 to take a job as photographer at the Oregon Statesman (later the Statesman Journal). Their three children, Monica, Kimberly, and Christopher, attended and graduated from Salem public schools. Cooper retired from the Statesman Journal in 2001 but, has continued his passion for photography in many ways, including as a photographer for the Salem Reporter.
PHOTOS: Veterans observe Memorial Day at City View Cemetery
Veterans and relatives gathered Monday in Salem to salute fallen soldiers.
PHOTOS: Spring blooms emerge in Salem
Photographer Ron Cooper got up close to the flowers at Deepwood on a recent visit celebrating the warmer weather.
Final day nears as Cooke Stationery prepares to put up ‘Closed’ sign for good
Customers are finding discounts on everything from pens to papers to maps as Cooke Stationery readies to shut down. The last day for the Salem business is Friday, April 28.
Head to the Capitol to catch cherry blossoms in their night-time glory
Grab a blanket, a friend or a camera and catch the peak exhibition of cherry blossoms out in front of the Capitol. Special lighting in the evening make the scene magical.
TOP PHOTOS: Ron Cooper’s picks, from Ironman to a birthday surprise
Photojournalist Ron Cooper shares his top images from 2022, many featuring Salem's parks.
PHOTOS: Salem’s birds get their slide on
As ice blanketed Salem Friday, photojournalist Ron Cooper captured birds struggling to stay upright at his backyard bird feeder.
PHOTOS: A day of play for Salem canines
Photographer Ron Cooper captured a day at one of the city's most popular parks for a few playful canines.
PHOTOS: Salem turns out for Holiday Parade
The brief but colorful event drew a crowd to the city's core, lining the streets as marching bands, city councilors and multiple Santas paraded by.
PHOTOS: Salem gets in the Halloween spirit
From Gilbert House to Willamette Heritage Center, kids had multiple opportunities to show off their costume and gather treats over the weekend.
Pioneering Salem principal celebrates 90th birthday at namesake school
Retired educator Geraldine Hammond got a warm welcome at the elementary school bearing her name for a special birthday celebration Wednesday.