City seeks federal help for road, pedestrian safety projects
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Dozens of people gathered Saturday for an icy pool plunge in support of Special Olympics Oregon.
The annual Polar Plunge, held at Illahe Hills Country Club, drew creative costumes and plenty of fun. Photographer Laura Tesler was there to capture the magic - we'll have her look at the event posted later today.
West Salem High School team members wear their costumes while plunging into the Illahe Country Club pool at the Salem Polar Plunge event on Saturday, Mar.1, 2025. (Laura Tesler/Special to Salem Reporter)
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The Salem City Council recently approved an application seeking federal money for several transportation projects starting in 2027. Here's what city officials hope to build.
Salem police said a pickup truck driver struck two pedestrians around 2 a.m. Saturday on Northeast Silverton Road. Raymond Dale, 77, died from his injuries and Ephraim Dale, 49, remained…
A federal cost-cutting program led by Elon Musk listed the lease for the local Salem branch of the Internal Revenue Service at 1660 Oak Street S.E. on its website of…
Federal employees not only put out fires, they also manage prevention work, like controlled burns to clear out undergrowth that can fuel catastrophic blazes under dry, windy conditions.
The ARCHES Family First resource center, which opened on Feb. 17, gives homeless families in Salem a dedicated space to relax, get supplies and connect with health care and shelter.
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