Later this month, the Center for Hope and Safety hopes to open the doors on a project that will more than double its current capacity to shelter survivors of domestic violence and abuse. A northeast Salem motel will now serve as transitional housing for survivors of domestic violence and abuse.[Read More…]
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Salem wildlife rehabilitation center loses state permit over taking in black bear
The black bear yearling Turtle Ridge Wildlife Center took in April 1 (Photo from TRWC Facebook page) In what Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife says was a rare decision, Salem’s local wildlife facility had its rehabilitation permit revoked, putting a strain on similar nearby facilities. The move came after[Read More…]
Uncategorized Salem-area food pantry visits decline as other social safety nets expanded in 2021
A volunteer at Marion Polk Food Share packs green beans on Aug. 5, 2021 (Rachel Alexander/Salem Reporter) The number of people visiting food pantries in the Salem area has fallen in 2021 after climbing sharply in 2020. But Rick Gaupo, CEO of Marion Polk Food Share, said it’s unclear how[Read More…]
Salem Symphonic Winds plans August 15 return to the stage
Salem Symphonic Winds musician Alicia Rasmussen tries to play through her “flute boot,” a device intended to minimize the spread of aerosols (Courtesy/Alicia Rasmussen) When Covid struck, the musicians of Salem Symphonic Winds had to get creative. Alicia Rasmussen, a flautist and piccolo soloist, bought a specialty face mask and[Read More…]
Unexpected millions from legislature will make Salem domestic violence housing project a reality
The Hope Plaza site at 450 Church Street Northeast in Salem on Friday, July 9, 2021. (Amanda Loman/Salem Reporter) A new housing project for domestic violence survivors in Salem will be able to break ground in the spring, thanks to millions of dollars in funding from the Oregon Legislature. Hope[Read More…]
With pandemic restrictions lifted, it’s becoming easier to adopt a furry friend in Salem
Siamese kittens awaiting adoption at Willamette Humane Society (Courtesy photo) For 16 months, Covid forced the Willamette Humane Society to eliminate in-person visits, halt volunteer programs, cancel events and require that some staff work from home. Spay and neuter surgeries were suspended because personal protective equipment was unavailable. Now with[Read More…]
Marion County volunteers find personal rewards advocating for foster kids
Kara Brown, Shaney Star, and Marianne Freeborn, of CASA of Marion County, prep for a child abuse prevention car parade at the Willamette Heritage Center on April 2, 2021. (Amanda Loman/Salem Reporter) Soraida Cross attended dozens of nonprofit luncheons over the past sixteen years while employed in the local hospitality[Read More…]
Uncategorized Despite financial setback, vision for Salem veteran’s housing project takes shape
A rendering of the front of the YMCA veteran housing project planned for 220 Cottage St. NE by Doug Circosta Architect. Salem veterans are one step closer to a new housing option after the Salem Planning Commission last week approved development plans for a 34-unit building on Cottage Street Northeast.[Read More…]
Uncategorized Private music lessons are expensive. This Salem nonprofit is making them easier for teens to access.
Kevin Flores plays Mozart’s Violin Concerto in D Major during a Feb. 22 Zoom lesson with teacher Sigrun Oprea through the Salem Music Lessons Project (Screenshot from Zoom) Kevin Flores held his violin at his side after running through a section of Mozart’s Violin Concerto in D Major over Zoom.[Read More…]
Uncategorized After guiding Salem Art Association through a challenging year, Executive Director Sandra Burnett retires
The Bush Barn Art Center on Thursday, Oct. 22. (Amanda Loman/Salem Reporter) After more than a decade leading one of Salem’s oldest arts organizations, Sandra Burnett is retiring at the end of the year. Burnett, 70, leaves behind a Salem Art Association that has so far survived the pandemic with[Read More…]
