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New community science talks aim to teach Salem about the local environment
A Salem couple is bringing discussions about science and the environment to Salem coffee shops, bars and restaurants. The first talk on Thursday, March 27, will bring Willamette University professor David Craig to talk about white oak trees.
Marion County officials quiet on findings of delayed gun violence research
The Marion County Sheriff’s Office last March hired researchers to analyze shootings throughout the county and planned to release a report by late summer. After months of delays, the agency won’t say when it will publicly share its findings.
Salem celebrates St. Patrick’s Day with music, walkabout
Despite rain on Saturday, bagpipers and drummers played during a Riverfront Park walkabout to celebrate St. Patrick's Day.
Lawmakers consider protecting residential utilities’ customers from yearly rate hikes in winter
An Oregon House Committee is considering a bill to limit how often, when and for what reasons private utilities can be approved for rate increases.