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City council approves raising pay for two city positions to attract qualified candidates
Salem city councilors voted in favor of raising pay for two city positions during a city council meeting Monday night. The city council also decided to delay the vote on taking a position on Senate Bill 1067, which would give cities more autonomy over solid waste management.
What’s next for city of Salem effort to get state to cover public safety costs
For Salem politicians and voters, the state chipping in to pay for city police and fire services is a popular idea. The reality is more complicated.
UPDATE: Center St. to reopen Friday evening after power pole crash
Northeast Center Street was closed midday Friday between Northeast 14th and 17th Streets after a driver collided with a power pole.
Sentenced to the Sidewalk: 4 takeaways from our series
A lengthy investigation by Salem Reporter led to publication recently of a three-part series on flaws in Oregon’s civil commitment process. Here are the key findings.
Salem Hospital shares behind-the-scenes look at emergency care
Doctors and nurses in Salem Hospital’s emergency department shared stories about how Salem’s growing and aging population has changed the landscape of trauma care for the region during a Tuesday presentation to community leaders.
COLUMN: Construction jobs expected to grow in Salem, while manufacturing declines
Construction employment fluctuates with the economy, but is on an upward trend, writes columnist Pamela Ferrara. Manufacturing jobs for both food and durable goods has fallen steadily for decades.
East Salem clinic to open classroom space for support groups, literacy and citizenship classes
With a recent grant, a health clinic in east Salem will start a community classroom to provide space for health exams, support groups and classes. WFMC Health, located on Northeast Lancaster Drive, expects to have the classroom running by the end of the year.
HUD funding delays threaten rent assistance for Salem domestic violence survivors
With $4 million in funding toward Salem-area homeless services in limbo, providers worry that changes in federal contracts indicate deeper cuts and more restrictions on care ahead.
VOTE 2025: What to know about the May 20 special election in Salem
Your May 20 election ballot may include four school board seats, a new Salem city councilor and a Salem property tax levy. Here's a guide to learning more about local races, checking your party registration and more.