Category Community

PHOTOS: Cyclists gather for “Ride of Silence” to honor fallen
The Salem Bicycle Club organized a silent seven-mile ride around central Salem to honor those killed or injured while biking on public roads.

What’s next for Salem sidewalks and parks
Upcoming projects planned for the coming year include improvements at Geer Community Park, added pedestrian safety and a community microgrid.

Library director resigns for job in Beaverton
After 13 months leading Salem’s libraries, Kim Carroll has accepted a job to be closer to her family. The city will again be hiring for a new top librarian for the second time in two years.

Keizer food bank seeking help as need grows
The city's only food bank has seen an increase in demand as pandemic food stamp benefit increases have ended.

Stay cool during hot weather this weekend
Temperatures are predicted to reach a near record-breaking 91 degrees this weekend, prompting a heat advisory for the region.

From Make Music Day to Hoopla, save the date for Salem’s summer events
Whether you're an athlete, an art appreciator or just a fan of food trucks, there's plenty to stay busy all summer.

Where to dance, craft and shop this Mother’s Day weekend
This weekend’s event calendar includes a maple festival, dance lessons and comedy shows.

COLUMN: For those struggling in Salem, success can be found in surprising ways
COLUMN: For those on the streets or otherwise needing help in Salem, a success can be something different than traditional markers. Columnist Lynelle Wilcox describes what that success looks like.

PHOTOS: Fiber artists bring the fun at Sheep to Shawl
Families gathered Saturday at Willamette Heritage Center for duck races, sheep shearing demonstrations and more.

