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The Salem Police Department recently released data on crime reported in the city over the past 15 years. Watch for our story about what trends those numbers show.
State legislators are considering funding a feasibility study on expanding the Beaverton-Wilsonville commuter rail connection to Salem. The idea has been a longtime dream for regional transit officials, but leaders at the Salem Area Mass Transit District, also known as Cherriots, say the study needs a clear focus on who would oversee the rail. Find that story below.
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A teen took a loaded gun into South Salem High School on Wednesday, March 1, and was subsequently arrested by police. A tipster alerted police to a social media video.
2 Mar 2023
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A teen took a loaded gun into South Salem High School on Wednesday, March 1, and was subsequently arrested by police. A tipster alerted police to a social media video.
2 Mar 2023
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If approved, the bill would allocate funds for a feasibility study on expanding commuter rail service from Wilsonville to Salem. Without a clear intent for project governance, though, the Salem…
1 Mar 2023
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If approved, the bill would allocate funds for a feasibility study on expanding commuter rail service from Wilsonville to Salem. Without a clear intent for project governance, though, the Salem…
1 Mar 2023
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Get the inside scoop on stories produced by your local news team at Salem Reporter. Listen to our journalists discuss the news on the air. TODAY: City disclosure stopped by…
1 Mar 2023
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Get the inside scoop on stories produced by your local news team at Salem Reporter. Listen to our journalists discuss the news on the air. TODAY: City disclosure stopped by…
1 Mar 2023
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A show featuring traditional klezmer music is scheduled in Salem on Saturday, March 4, to raise money for local efforts to help Ukranian refugees.
1 Mar 2023
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A show featuring traditional klezmer music is scheduled in Salem on Saturday, March 4, to raise money for local efforts to help Ukranian refugees.
1 Mar 2023
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