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Pentacle presents “It’s a Wonderful Life” through radio broadcast
Pentacle Theatre is hosting a live radio performance of “It’s a Wonderful Life” in December. (Courtesy/ Pentacle Theatre) Debbie Neel thinks the Christmas classic “It’s a Wonderful Life” is an inspirational story that’s relevant to living through a pandemic. In the story, George Bailey is…
PHOTOS: Oregon veterans recognized at Capitol
Gold Star widow Valerie Morey, of Milwaukie, Ore. stands at attention while holding a U.S. flag during a Veterans Day Celebration in front of the Oregon State Capitol on Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2021. Morey’s husband, Steve, served in the U.S. Army. (Amanda Loman/Salem Reporter) Major…
Salem Peace lecture to focus on Indigenous strategies to fight climate change
Winona LaDuke (Courtesy photo) One of the most influential environmental activists in the world today, Winona LaDuke, will discuss Indigenous responses to climate change in the 23rd Annual Salem Peace lecture Nov. 10. LaDuke is a Harvard and Antioch University graduate, a two-time running mate…
Where to celebrate Halloween in Salem
Libby Tuitt, 7, left, and Addie Casebeer, 6, walk in costume in the Fairmount Hill Neighborhood Parade on Oct. 31, 2020. (Amanda Loman/Salem Reporter) Goblins, ghouls and green monsters delight. There are several events to celebrate spooky season in Salem this weekend. Events listed below…
PHOTOS: Behind the scenes of “The Mousetrap” as live theater returns to Salem
The cast of “The Mousetrap” perform a matinee at the Pentacle Theatre on Sunday, Oct. 17, 2021. Cast members rehearsed in masks for weeks until they began a weekly testing regimen for COVID-19 two weeks before opening night. (Amanda Loman/Salem Reporter) Salem’s Pentacle Theatre returned…
PHOTOS: Dance and celebration mark Indigenous Peoples’ Day in Salem
Ulali Quenelle, 6, of Grand Ronde, dances during a performance for Indigenous Peoples’ Day in Riverfront Park on Monday, Oct. 11, 2021. (Amanda Loman/Salem Reporter) Children perform a dance during a celebration for Indigenous Peoples’ Day in Riverfront Park on Monday, Oct. 11, 2021. (Amanda…
Help rescue a pirate’s family during Powerland Halloween event
Pirates appear in this Great Northern/SP&S red caboose that was built in 1909. It is currently in restoration. (Courtesy/Joe Tracy) Most Halloween themed events don’t require you to get past an FBI agent into a trolley barn full of paranormal activity. But at Powerland Heritage…
A Disney-themed surprise lifts spirits for June
June, a two-year-old cancer patient from Mill City at a Make-A-Wish Foundation event in her honor at Capitol Auto Group in Salem on Sept. 30, 2021 (Courtesy/Capitol Auto Group) A two-year-old cancer patient was so overwhelmed when she came through the front door of Capitol…
PHOTOS: Cornholers gather at Capitol to benefit Shangri-La
Five year-old Gage Trenga, of Eugene, practices his cornhole throwing technique. (Ron Cooper/Salem Reporter) Under sunny, blue skies, participants in the Shangri-La Capital City Cornhole Classic tournament competed for prize money and trophies Saturday, Sept. 11 at State Capitol State Park. (Ron Cooper/Salem Reporter) Under…