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Good evening, Salem.
Salem Reporter and Salem City Club are teaming up to host the mayoral debate at 6 p.m. at the Elsinore Theatre, 170 High St. S.E.
It’s a free, ticketed event. You can still get a ticket online HERE or show up at the door.
If you’d like to watch from home or catch up later, Capital Community Media will stream the debate HERE. We’ll also publish a recap tomorrow.
Here’s some of today’s news. Find all our coverage on our website here.
Incumbent Mayor Chris Hoy and Ward 6 Councilor Julie Hoy, no relation, are running for Salem Mayor. The two bring different perspectives on how to balance the city’s budget and…
Every school employee, from cafeteria workers to teachers, will get a pie Wednesday as volunteers drive nearly 6,500 to 87 schools and buildings around Salem and Keizer.
Zakary E. Glover, 30, a former state support worker, pleaded guilty to sexually abusing a developmentally disabled Salem woman who was under his care.
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].
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