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Some civically engaged Salemites are hoping to get dialogue going across the political aisle at a unique event this weekend.

A free “Peace Forum Town Hall” held Saturday, Nov. 1, from 10-12 p.m. at the main branch of the Salem Public Library brings a panel including conservative, independent and liberal voices together to answer audience questions.

It’s a collaboration between Salem Indivisible and Braver Angels of Salem.

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Locally made ceramics, peaceful woodland scenes and dolls from around the world are among the art featured in Salem’s galleries this month.

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From food drives to mutual aid efforts, here’s where Salem people are coming together to help feed each other.

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Tristin Sillman, who pleaded guilty to starting a major 2021 fire at a self-storage facility near the Salem airport, is facing burglary charges after police arrested him Wednesday at the…

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Food banks across Oregon have warned that they do not have enough resources to absorb the impact of food benefits not going out Nov. 1.

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Events this week in Salem include several places to celebrate Día de los Muertos, community trick-or-treat events and live performances of music and theater.

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