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The Union Gospel Mission’s thrift store is hosting a sale this week, with proceeds going to the homeless shelter.

Every $4 spent at the store pays for one meal served at the mission at 885 Commercial St. N.E., according to its website.

Shoppers will find clothing and other goods at the “Big ol’ Bin Sale” on Thursday and Friday.

Deals vary based on items and amounts bought. Find more information HERE.

Here’s some of today’s news. Head to our website anytime to find the latest about Salem.

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Events in Salem this week include the Great Oregon Steam-Up, a summer night market and Salem’s annual basketball tournament, Hoopla.

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A mental health worker pleaded no contest in February to assaulting a patient at the Oregon State Hospital who he said attacked him. Judge Audrey Broyles dropped his charges anyway,…

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Salem’s largest food bank collaborates with hundreds of local partners and has expanded its operations to the point of outgrowing its original home. Now, the organization has the means to…

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Gov. Tina Kotek will order lawmakers back to the Capitol for a special session to address a $350 million funding shortfall in the Department of Transportation’s budget. Hundreds of state…

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