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New Salem conservatory highlights theater by young adults
A new experimental theater based out of Salem’s Unitarian Universalist church will stage two shows by a young playwright this August. It’s part of an effort to bring more local theater opportunities for teens and young adults.
What to do in Salem from Aug. 14-20: Plays, cruise in and blood drive
Events in Salem this week include a blood drive competition between the Salem police and fire departments, the first showings of local theater productions and the return of zucchini racing at the Salem Saturday Market.
Salem’s youth farm still eager for more in its most productive year yet
Marion Polk Food Share’s Youth Farm provides a homegrown solution to food access and youth leadership opportunities in the Salem area. It’s celebrating a successful season following an expansion of its services.
NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS: What’s happening across Salem in August
Upcoming neighborhood meetings give Salem residents a chance to learn about city drinking water, planned building projects and more.
Where to stay cool Tuesday as heat wave in Salem continues
Tuesday's high in Salem is expected to be 100 degrees, with temperatures cooling starting Wednesday.
Family starts memorial scholarship to honor West Salem junior killed in crash
A memorial service for Elijah Jung, 17, will be held Thursday afternoon at St. Edward Catholic Church and is open to the public.
Salem under extreme heat warning until 10 p.m. Tuesday
The National Weather Service office in Portland has issued an extreme heat warning for the Central Willamette Valley with temperatures expected to hit 101 degrees on Monday and Tuesday with overnight lows in the 60s. The warning expires at 10 p.m. on Tuesday night and the ARCHES Day Center cooling shelter in Salem will be open from noon to 7 p.m. on Monday to provide relief for houseless residents.
PHOTOS: 7th Englewood Fest brings community together to celebrate art, nature
Families and community members flocked to Englewood Park on Saturday, Aug. 9, to enjoy music, art and dance at the seventh annual Englewood Forest Festival.
Clackamas CC president raises thousands for Salem students with 1,400-mile run
Tim Cook, Clackamas Community College president, completed his journey to run across the state this week after visiting every community college on foot. His aim was to raise awareness and money for students facing challenges with basic needs, like not having stable housing or enough to eat.