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Downtown Salem bake shop rebuilding after window smashed in bar fight
Sewell Sweets, a bakery which has had a downtown storefront for about nine months, suffered a smashed window and furniture damage from a bar fight that sent two people through their side window Saturday night.
Councilor Julie Hoy seeks council repeal of payroll tax
Councilor Julie Hoy is proposing the Salem City Council repeal the new payroll tax at a meeting next week. But whether a repeal would stop a citizen vote on the tax in November isn't clear.
Dozens find temporary help toward housing, goals at Salem’s new Navigation Center
Salem’s Navigation Center, a low-barrier shelter for chronically homeless people, is housing 42 people three months after opening.
Oregon audit finds lack of transparency in Medicaid prescription system
Secretary of State auditors recommend changes to provide equal prescription access to all Oregon Health Plan members.
Avelo reports thousands of bookings in Salem
Two months before launch, Avelo said that it has seen nearly 4,000 itineraries booked for service at the Salem Municipal Airport.
Tourists can get quick help – or get married – at Travel Salem’s new visitor center
A renovated former Chase Bank will give the tourism nonprofit more space to walk visitors through the Willamette Valley’s highlights, and a drive-thru window that could one day be a wedding venue.
Councilor, city volunteers launch campaign for ‘yes’ vote on Salem payroll tax
City Council President Virginia Stapleton and volunteer policymakers have formed the “Save Salem Campaign.” An opposition effort has already raised $134,000.
Two years in, micro shelters continue to send about half of adults to better destinations
Church at the Park has expanded its sheltering services over the past year under contracts with the city of Salem. But city money to pay for the programs runs out in June 2024, while a new tax that would help cover operations is headed to Salem voters.
Gov. Kotek signs abortion and hospital staffing bills
Gov. Tina Kotek has signed House Bill 2002, which shores up access to abortions and gender-affirming health care. The bill was a key driver of the Senate Republicans walkout.