Many Latino immigrants with a long history in Salem said they’re not afraid of new policies aiming to step up immigration enforcement. Organizations serving immigrant families say they’re focused on sharing reliable information and avoiding fearmongering abut raids.
COMMUNITY
Infinity Room to close in June, co-owners announce
In a Facebook post Sunday, the owners of Infinity Room, a venue for comedy and music in downtown Salem, announced it will close in June. Co-owners Emma Jonas, Chris Pelka and Stan Keightley Jr. said in the post that the closure comes as a result of increased financial strain and impacts to their personal lives.
High egg prices hitting Salem restaurants, affecting menu items and staffing
Eggs at $7 a dozen are an extra challenge for breakfast restaurants that go through 200 dozen or more in a week.
Explore DNA testing secrets, Dominican cuisine and more through Salem Reads
Community events throughout February will explore themes of identity, family and finances, diving deeper into the 2025 Salem Reads pick of “Why Didn’t You Tell Me?” by Carmen Rita Wong.
PHOTOS: Honoring the late Sen. Peter Courtney, Oregon’s longest-serving lawmaker and advocate for Salem
Peter Courtney got his start in politics serving on the Salem City Council in the 1970s and quickly rose to become one of the most influential legislators in the state, serving as Senate President for 20 years.
Salem woman’s expertise with corgis earns her a spot judging Westminster Dog Show
Marilyn Van Vleit has spent most of her life breeding, competing or judging corgis. Over a year ago, she was invited to be one of the judges at this year’s Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, the premier dog show in the U.S.
Federal pause on refugee admissions leaves some in Salem area waiting to see relatives
Three dozen refugees who had plane tickets booked to travel to Salem in early February will no longer be able to enter the U.S. after President Donald Trump on Monday issued an executive order pausing all refugee admissions.
Hundreds gathered for MLK Day peace march in north Salem
The turnout was enormous for a Community Celebration and Peace March through the Grant neighborhood on Monday, where Salem residents honored the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and called for an end to violence in the city.
PHOTOS: Salem celebrates MLK’s legacy with peace walk
A crowd of several hundred people walked through north Salem’s Grant neighborhood to promote peace on Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
KeizerFEST returns to May in 2025
After several years in August, hotter temperatures and scheduling conflicts prompted organizers to move back to a May KeizerFEST.