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One year after opening, Salem resource center for homeless families reports hundreds of visits
Since opening last February, The ARCHES Family First resource center has seen 580 in-person visits from families nearing or experiencing homelessness. The most common reason for visiting is an inability to afford rent.
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New developers step in to revitalize stalled Cannery project
SilverSphere Capital, a New Jersey-based development firm, has stepped in to redevelop a defunct central Salem cannery along the city’s riverfront after the project was stalled. The first phase of the development will include 383 apartments, a walking path, restaurants, a wine tasting room, shopping and communal spaces.
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City, school district pay thousands more per week for fuel as gas prices climb nationwide
While prices at the pump creep higher for Oregon residents, Cherriots, the city of Salem, the Salem-Keizer School District and Polk County are paying more to keep public vehicles on the road.
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Salem’s long-promised Block 50 development delayed by contamination, rising costs
The city of Salem has spent at least $5 million on a high-profile effort to develop a major downtown property which still faces gasoline contamination, financing hurdles and no construction timeline. City officials insist the project remains viable.
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Hoy not offered chance to sign immigration letter, Kotek records confirm
Records obtained by Salem Reporter show a staffer for Gov. Tina Kotek reached out to Mayor Julie Hoy three days after releasing an open letter calling for a pause on federal immigration enforcement. Mayors from several cities had signed, raising questions in the community why Salem was absent.
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Dozens of families moving in to new affordable northeast Salem apartments
The first phase of construction at the Gussie Belle Commons has added 120 affordable apartments with limited rent to a tight market in Salem.
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In campaign, Hoy doing “God’s work” while Nordyke vows to fight for Salem’s poor
Salem Mayor Julie Hoy and Salem City Councilor Vanessa Nordyke participated in their second debate leading up to the mayoral election on May 19. During the debate on Tuesday, March 10, Hoy cast herself as a mayor bringing the city back to its core fundamentals while Nordyke said she would use her knowledge and experience to serve all corners of Salem, especially the most vulnerable.
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State dollars back Salem airport terminal expansion, emergency upgrades
The legislature approved $1.35 million to fund terminal improvements and emergency infrastructure for the Salem airport as city officials continue their effort to attract a new commercial airliner.
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Simonka Place renovation brings fresher look, more space for homeless women and families
A renovation that began last summer has added a child care space and private rooms for families at Simonka Place, the Union Gospel Mission’s shelter for women and children.
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