Legal review determines Ward 6 winner Betsy Vega eligible for council Whitney Woodworth Frontrunner Betsy Vega is eligible for Salem City Council candidacy and will continue to be the sole Ward 6 candidate on the November ballot, city officials said July ... See more
What's that new store near Target on Center Street in Salem? Whitney Woodworth Location: 3832 Center St. NE The 100th Consumer Cellular store held its grand opening at the former Rainbow West Christian Books store on June 25. The storefront is near Target... See more
Salem weighs extending lien forgiveness program for derelict buildings Whitney Woodworth After a lien forgiveness pilot proved successful in its first months, Salem City Council will consider extending the program until 2027 during its June 22 meeting. Th... See more
Featured Petition to repeal Oregon's homeless camping law won't reach November ballot Whitney Woodworth, Salem Statesman Journal Jun 17, 2026 20 hrs ago People experiencing homelessness camp beneath the Marion Street Bridge in January in Salem. Kevin Neri... See more
Vega leads Salem Ward 6 race as qualifications still being investigated Whitney Woodworth Betsy Vega held a 44-vote lead as of June 15 over incumbent Ward 6 Salem City Councilor Mai Vang while her qualifications for office remain under investigation by th... See more
