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The Salem Police Department’s lobby is closed for repairs.

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The repairs are to fix damage to the vestibule that happened last November when a man died by suicide in the lobby, department spokeswoman Angela Hendrick said.

The agency announced the closure Monday on social media and said it hopes to reopen Thursday, if not sooner.

People who need to file a non-emergency police report while the lobby is closed can call 503-588-6123 and select option one. To pick up forms or records, call 503-588-6144 and select option nine. 

Here’s some of today’s news. Find all our coverage on our website here.

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Scots acapella group heads to national competition

Thirteen McKay High School singers will compete Friday in New York City. It’s the second year in a row Scots-Apella has made it to nationals.

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EDITOR’S NOTE: How Salem Reporter is covering 2024 local elections

Ballots for the May 21 election will be mailed to Salem voters starting May 1. Our news team is working over the next week to give you the information you…

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U.S. Supreme Court appears to lean toward Grants Pass in complex homelessness case

OREGON NEWS: Supreme Court justices considered on Monday, April 22, how far cities can go in dealing with homeless populations. The arguments in Washington turned on a case with roots…

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Applewood Retirement closure displaces dozens of seniors in tough rental market

With the building on Northeast Lancaster Road set to sell, residents at Applewood Retirement Community were given 30 days to move from their apartments. Several said they’ll be paying hundreds…

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ATTEND THE DEBATE – SALEM MAYOR’S RACE

You’re invited to attend a live debate between two city leaders who want to be Salem’s mayor.

You’re also invited to send questions you would like asked.

Here are the details:

Who’s debating: Chris Hoy is the current mayor, seeking a second term. Julie Hoy, a local restaurateur, is serving on the Salem City Council. The Hoys are not related.

Who’s asking questons: Cindy Condon of Salem City Club, Abbey McDonald of Salem Reporter.

Who’s moderating: Les Zaitz, editor, Salem Reporter.

When: 6 p.m. Tuesday, April 30. Doors open: 5 p.m.

Where: The Elsinore Theatre, 170 High St. S.E.

Tickets: Free, available online HERE.

Broadcast: Capital Community Media will broadcast live on Channel 21 and stream on Youtube.

Your questions: Email your questions to Editor Les Zaitz – [email protected].

NEWS TIP? Send your information or idea to [email protected]. If your topic requires confidentiality, contact Managing Editor Rachel Alexander: [email protected].

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