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PHOTOS: Hundreds march at Oregon Capitol ahead of Trump inauguration
Salem and Oregon residents joined the national People's March to protest the incoming Trump administration and affirm show for immigrants, abortion rights and other causes on Saturday.
COLUMN: What to know about Medicare changes in 2025
Jim Sellers, former Oregon journalist and state agency employee, writes a regular column to help thousands in Salem deal with the confusing world of Medicare and federal benefits. He's available to answer your questions.
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.
COLUMN: Hunting for snipes at Minto-Brown
Local birder and natural history author Harry Fuller shares what birds are up to in the Salem area in his "Some Fascinating Things About Birds" column.
Event highlights from Jan. 16-22: Country and classic rock concerts, LA wildfire benefit, comedian meetup
Events in Salem this week include Riri Calienté’s monthly drag show, live music performances across genres and screenings of La La Land to benefit those affected by the Los Angeles fires.
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.
PHOTOS: Mayor Julie Hoy, new councilors sworn in
Salem City Council chambers were packed Monday night for the swearing in of Mayor Julie Hoy and three new city councilors: Paul Tigan, Shane Matthews and Irvin Brown.