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Call for Submissions: Adult Talent Show
The Salem Public Library is hosting an Adult Talent Show for performers 18+. Share your singing, dancing, instrumental, magical or other skills with the world! Submit your application by Monday, September 12.
09/06/2022 4:46 PM
City Streamlines Building Permit Applications
Year-long improvement process is designed to provide accurate and consistent plan review, standardize the process, and improve timing and accountability
09/06/2022 3:51 PM
Check Out the Scenic Willamette River Water Trail
Check out the scenic 187-mile-long Willamette River Water Trail.
09/01/2022 10:26 AM
Minto-Brown Island Park Trail to Close for Invasive Plant Removal
The removal of invasive plants in Minto-Brown Island Park along the Minto Island Conservation Area is scheduled to take place on September 13, 2022.
09/01/2022 8:17 AM
Unusual weekend of violence in Salem
08/29/2022 7:27 PM
Tiny Art featured in display, library dollhouse
Select Tiny Art Gallery works will be shrunk further and added to the walls of the library's newly remodeled dollhouse.
08/12/2022 4:31 PM
Capitol Jam Community Music Festival is Coming to Salem
Capitol Jam Community Music Festival is coming to Salem on Saturday, August 27, 2022 at the Gerry Frank | Salem Rotary Amphitheater.
08/08/2022 5:30 PM
Midnight shooting incident leaves two wounded and one teen arrested
08/08/2022 5:06 PM
Traffic Team investigates fatal collision involving train, pedestrian
08/02/2022
Detectives investigate shooting death
07/28/2022 3:43 PM
Concerns of Emerald Ash Borer Growing in Oregon
The emerald ash borer (EAB), a destructive and invasive insect known for killing ash trees in North America has recently been discovered in western Oregon.
07/28/2022 1:30 PM
Book chosen for 2023 Salem Reads: One Book, One Community
After a rigorous selection process and a vote by many readers, our community has selected "Born a Crime," a best-selling memoir by comedian Trevor Noah to be the focus of discussion, events, and activities in February 2023.
07/22/2022 10:51 AM
Soul Box Project Display at Library Focuses on Gunfire Awareness
Salem Public Library is hosting a display of the national Soul Box Project from July 19 through August 19, a project designed to draw focus to the impacts of gun violence in the United States.
07/18/2022 1:39 PM
Micro-Shelter Community to Relocate to Center Street This Summer
07/06/2022 3:12 PM
Hours expand at the West Salem Branch
Expanded hours kick off at the West Salem Branch beginning Saturday, July 2. The branch will now be open four days each week - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday.
06/30/2022 3:05 PM
Salem Planners Receive State Engagement Award
Our Salem coordinators pursued more inclusive engagement, reaching beyond typical land use advocacy groups.
06/28/2022 1:55 PM
Willamette Slough Habitat Restoration Continues
Restoration of the Willamette Slough continues with the treatment of the aquatic invasive plant, Ludwigia.
06/23/2022 10:32 AM
Salem Public Library goes fine-free on July 1
A new fine-free policy for Salem Public Library takes effect on July 1. Many people now unable to use their library cards because of fines owed will be able to use the library again!
06/16/2022
Two Northwest Artists Selected for Salem’s Next Public Art Project
The Public Works Operations Building will be a central headquarters for Public Works personnel and serve as a center for departmental response to public emergencies.
06/14/2022 1:23 PM
Indian School Excavation Reveals Thousands of Artifacts
06/02/2022 4:30 PM
Public Library Launches New Art Hall for Local Artists
Salem Public Library has a new space dedicated to exploring artwork created by Salem area artists. Located inside the main entrance to the library, the Art Hall will host a series of temporary exhibitions that will change throughout the year.
06/02/2022 3:50 PM
Amanda Wojick Creates Public Art for Salem Library
Salem's newest work of public art is by Eugene, Oregon-based artist Amanda Wojick. Call Number Cascade, a site-specific sculpture on the main floor of the newly renovated Salem Public Library is a whimsical composition of color and form inspired by a love of libraries, landscapes, and a story of sev
06/01/2022 1:30 AM
Salem Announces Recipients of 2022 Entitlement Funds
06/01/2022
29 Graduating Seniors Earn City Recognition for Volunteerism
Teens' volunteerism includes virtual forums, leadership summits, volunteering at City events, special projects and the annual shoe drive.
05/26/2022
Meet the New Clean Streams Team Member
Meet the new Clean Streams Team’s Urban Streamside Program Coordinator, Luke Westphal.
05/10/2022 3:21 PM
Hayesville Drive NE Closing for Construction in May
04/29/2022 10:00 AM
New Ozone Water Treatment is Working as Salem Begins 2022 Algae Season
04/27/2022 8:38 AM
Budget Committee Considers Proposed 2023 City Budget
04/18/2022
Library Foundation Honored as 2022 Library Supporter of the Year
The Salem Public Library Foundation has been recognized as the 2022 Library Supporter of the Year by the Oregon Library Association.
04/14/2022 10:34 AM
Notice Annual Meeting Hospital Facility Authority - April 19, 2022
04/14/2022
Protect Your Birch from Infestation
Extreme heat has increased tree vulnerability. Regular watering is one way to protect birch trees from pests.
04/08/2022
April is Arbor Month in Oregon
April is Arbor Month in Oregon. Arbor Day has been celebrated in the U.S. since 1872. In 2020, Oregon’s Governor made April Arbor Month to celebrate all month long.
04/01/2022 1:55 PM
City Names Kim Carroll City Librarian
Salem’s new City Librarian, Kim Carroll, has worked in library programming and leadership for all ages. She plans to put that experience to use at the Salem Public Library. Her selection was announced March 28, after an interview process that offered the chance for residents to get involved.
04/01/2022
Salem Public Library Launches New Art Hall for Local Artists
Salem Public Library has a new space dedicated to exploring artwork created by Salem area artists. Located inside the main entrance to the library, the Art Hall will host a series of temporary exhibitions that will change throughout the year.
03/22/2022 10:36 AM
Public Workshop on Multifamily Housing Design Feb. 27
02/17/2022 10:48 AM