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.
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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.
MLK Day march in north Salem aims to unite community, promote peace
Salem residents will gather on Monday in Salem’s Grant neighborhood for a community peace walk celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. Day and encouraging violence reduction.
Under new owner, Salem Golf Club holds onto its history and stays open to the public
Salem Golf Club’s history goes back almost 100 years, to former owner Susan Huston’s grandfather, Ercel Kay, who built the club in 1926. Under new owner Richard Kreitzberg, the club will hold onto its history and remain a public course for the Salem community.
NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS: What’s happening across Salem in January
Neighbors around Salem recently cleaned graffiti from a park mural, distributed gifts to local seniors and are organizing conservations about city budget issues.
Northgate neighborhood residents can get low-cost or free trees from city program
Northgate residents can sign up to get a low-cost or free tree planted at their property as part of a city program to increase tree cover.