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One lane of Northeast Center Street for a few blocks east of Target will be closed next week as city crews work on the roadway.

The closure is between Northeast Denver Place and Northeast Citation Drive.

It begins Monday, March 31, and runs through Friday, April 4, from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

A city map of the closed area is below.

Here's some of today's news. You can find all our latest coverage anytime on our website.

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Marion County has one of two courts in Oregon with a program dedicated to the Indian Child Welfare Act. The service is intended to return Native American children to their…

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The Salem City Council wants voters to approve a new property tax levy to cover costs of some city services. Salem Reporter is hosting a public Town Hall to provide…

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After abruptly refusing to accept and process new online applications for loan repayment plans, federal education officials changed course.

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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…

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“Columbia River Canoe Project” will screen Saturday, March 29, at Salem Cinema, taking the viewer on a 1,300-mile canoe journey down the Columbia River from Butte to the Pacific Ocean.…

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Eight volunteer veterinarians will be on hand Sunday, March 30, at the Scottish Rite Center in Salem to vaccinate cats and dogs starting at 11 a.m.

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Events in Salem this week include a premiere screening of a canoeing documentary, a weekend Easter marketplace at the state fairgrounds and a classic country and rock music show.

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