A proposal backed by Rep. Andrea Salinas would help set the stage for school health centers to get designated federal funding.
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Salem police sergeant leaves agency ahead of DUI trial
Salem police say Sgt. Dustin Wann departed the agency on Tuesday due to an “administrative action.” They provided no details on Wann’s exit, including whether it was related to his pending drunk driving charge.
How you can weigh in as Salem schools begin layoffs, budget cuts
Two school board meetings are planned for April 16 and 17. Salem-Keizer School District leaders will hear public comments on a budget cut plan before the school board votes on authorizing about 300 layoffs.
Man, 22, dies in SE Salem crash Thursday night
Police said David Luna started turning north from Kuebler Boulevard onto Battle Creek Road when he crossed another driver’s path. Luna was killed.
Library workers given layoff notice for July as city moves forward with budget cuts
City Manager Keith Stahley said it’s “definitely a possibility” that the West Salem library branch would close as a result of his proposed budget cuts.
Running for Oregon’s most competitive seat in Congress, Bynum, McLeod-Skinner pitch their differing track records, plans
Two Democratic candidates vying to oust Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer took shots at the incumbent Republican Thursday as they tried to convince voters they’d be best to replace her.
Salem schools will lose about 300 educators under budget cutting plan
Sports, music, art, dual language and career education programs won’t see cuts as the Salem-Keizer School District sheds about 7% of its workforce, Superintendent Andrea Castañeda said.
EVENTS: Junk Hunt, art demo and skating on Salem’s weekend schedule
Live comedy, music and theater are all on the bill this weekend in Salem. Here’s your guide to Salem events from Friday, April 12, to Sunday, April 14. Shopping Vintage sale The Great Junk Hunt is back at the Oregon State Fairgrounds Friday from 4-9 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m.[Read More…]
Summer will be quieter in Salem – free park concerts, movies cut
Movies in the Park, Kids Relays and First Friday concerts won’t happen in 2024 as part of a $400,000 cut to city recreation programs amid a budget deficit.
Constitution, conscience, constituents, caucus guide new Oregon Senate GOP leader Daniel Bonham
Sen. Daniel Bonham will take over leading the Senate Republican caucus from Bend Republican Tim Knopp on April 15. Both are barred from running for reelection.