Category City News
Covid weekly report for Sept. 23: Salem-area cases rise
The average number of Covid patients at Salem Hospital and across the mid-Willamette region increased over the past week.
Salem-Keizer school bus driver arrested for driving students while under the influence
Police say the driver ferried 15 students on two separate bus routes the morning of Tuesday, Aug. 9, and was involved in a crash between the two routes.
Ideal Option hosts event Friday to support addiction recovery
The Salem outpatient drug treatment clinic is offering safe disposal, intake and same-day appointments.
Keizer residents will see a big wastewater rate hike over the next two years
The average Keizer resident would spend about $24 more per year in wastewater fees starting in 2023.
Bar employee accused of robbing Graveyard Bar
A woman working at the Graveyard Bar and a man she lives allegedly stole more than $30,000 from the bar, which is across the street from their residence, police said.
County diversion program gets dozens housed, employed with early success
Created in 2018, Marion County's Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion Program is intended to get people who are homeless or struggling with addiction away from the criminal justice system, and into services.
Oregon OSHA fines state hospital $54,000 for failing to investigate assaults on employees
The workplace safety agency cited the state-run hospital following a recent inspection, saying the vast majority of staff injuries are not being properly investigated. The hospital was previously cited in 2020 for similar issues.
Businesses aiding in fire recovery take top honors at SEDCOR awards
A Salem chocolate producer, Korean food manufacturer and excavation company were among the local businesses cited for excellence in 2022.
UPDATE: Salem police identify man injured during arrest attempt
The Salem Police Department’s statement Wednesday night again provided few details about the incident. The agency didn’t address questions about how police came into contact with the man or how he was injured.