Salem police officers arrested two men from Roseburg at Saturday’s Pride parade and block party after they refused to leave the area when asked by event organizers and law enforcement.

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See photos from the Salem Capital Pride parade and block party on Saturday, June 13. The popular event brought live performances and free activities to the heart of downtown Salem.

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Residents in northeast Salem say contracted work crews installing fiber-optic cables for Ezee Fiber, a Texas-based internet service provider with offices in the Pacific Northwest, are invading private property and causing damage. Complaints were aired during a Northeast Neighbors Neighborhood Association meeting last week. To comment on this story, use the form at the end…

Despite having a congregation that has dwindled to fewer than 20 people, the Trinity United Methodist Church in east Salem is known for running the busiest food bank in the city. Faced with imminent closure, the congregation turned to the Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency. After selling the property to the agency, the church will…

Salem police officer Sgt. Jason Donner shot Jose Luis Anguiano, 35, of Salem while responding to a 911 call about a woman being held hostage at Northeast Portland Road. Anguaino “was in possession of a weapon and was uncooperative,” ahead of the shooting, according to the Oregon State Police. He will be transferred to the…

Temperatures may reach triple-digits in the coming days, prompting a heat advisory from the National Weather Service. It recommends hydrating and staying in air conditioning when possible. The ARCHES Day Center will provide a place for people and pets to cool down Sunday and Monday. To comment on this story, use the form at the…

A new report shows that Oregon fails to properly educate future elementary teachers on “the science of reading.”

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Judson Middle School closed out the school year with its vibrant, annual multicultural assembly – an event that has inspired similar events at other schools around the district since its debut last year.

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After seeing an early start to Oregon’s wildfire season this year, the state’s health authority updated its guidance for staying safe outside when air quality is affected by wildfires and pollutants.

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The impacts of inflation are starting to heat up in Salem, writes columnist Pamela Ferrara. Employment data shows that healthcare, transportation and warehousing are the only industries seeing job growth in the area.

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A Salem police officer shot a man after responding to a 911 call from an encampment on Northeast Portland Road Thursday morning. The shooting is being investigated by the Oregon State Police.

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Salem’s annual Pride parade and block party will kick off Saturday afternoon, celebrating Salem’s LGBTQ+ community and history.

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Oregon attorneys are opposing a recent federal court order that could lead to more transgender women being housed in the state’s only women’s prison.

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Here’s Salem Reporter’s monthly feature with the latest developments in recent criminal investigations and prosecutions.

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Mark Wardell, the leader of West Salem’s Community Emergency Response Team, shares ways to improve comfort and dignity while sheltering in place during an emergency.

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Here’s Salem Reporter’s monthly feature with the latest developments in recent news.

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This month, Salem’s neighborhood associations will host opportunities to celebrate an association’s 50 year anniversary, to get news from city councilors, and to hear from a water education expert from the city of Salem.

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Events in Salem this week include a mini farmer’s market in West Salem, a river exploration celebration at Minto Brown Island Park and Salem’s Pride Parade kicking off downtown.

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Salem city councilors considered public input on the 2027 budget proposal during their meeting Monday night, and voted unanimously to move it forward to a final vote on Monday, June 22. Councillors also unanimously approved their legislative priorities for the upcoming session, and annual increases in city fees and charges. To comment on this story,…

Three young boys poisoned by carbon monoxide are recovering, according to their father. Their Keizer mother has been charged with attempted murder at their home on Saturday, June 6.

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