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Local dragon boating club hosts free classes on Willamette River
The Peace Dragon Warriors Paddling Club is offering several free boating classes to anyone ages 14 and up. Club leaders hope it will attract more people to the sport and bring in more members to a club that’s seeing dwindling membership.
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Keizer Sen. Kim Thatcher’s ‘cool adventure’ coming to close
In 2026 Kim Thatcher wraps up 20-plus years as a legislator representing Keizer, first as a state representative and now a senator. Her Senate district includes north Salem.
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Two graduating college journalists earn internships at Salem Reporter
For the fourth year in a row, Salem Reporter has been picked to participate in a prestigious Oregon internship program. Two young journalists will spend the summer in Salem.
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PHOTOS: As Salem residents protest Iran War, Trump announces ceasefire
As President Donald Trump's deadline for Iran to open the Straight of Hormuz loomed, about a dozen people gathered near the Oregon Capitol to protest what they said were dangerous threats.
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5 things to do in Salem this week: Alpaca show, free dragon boating, Booklover’s Burlesque Festival
Events in Salem this week include an alpaca show at the fairgrounds, the opening night of Booklover’s Burlesque Festival at Grand Theatre and a free dragon boating class at Riverfront Park.
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UPDATE: Salem residents rally to support deeper education reporting
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COLUMN: Join Salem’s emergency response volunteers
Mark Wardell, the leader of West Salem’s Community Emergency Response Team, shares training opportunities and water storage tips for emergencies.
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Keizer play offers zany message about honesty
“Playing Doctor” opens for three weekends at Keizer Homegrown Theatre starting Friday, April 10.
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Chinese Qingming festival Saturday celebrates arrival of spring, honors the dead
On Saturday, April 4, the community is invited to Salem Pioneer Cemetery to experience the sights and sounds of the traditional Chinese Qingming festival. The festival was first celebrated in Salem by the city’s Chinese community in the 1800s.
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