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Ziemlak will remain institutionalized
SALEM – The Oregon Psychiatric Security Review Board has decided that convicted killer Thaddeus Ziemlak cannot be adequately controlled and treated outside of the Oregon State Hospital at this time. The board held its hearing last month, and announced its decision earlier this month. Ziemlak has escaped mental health...
Oregon's first lady is getting an advisor and potentially her own office amid departure of governor's top staffers
SALEM, Ore. — A new advisor is joining Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek's office this week to help Kotek's wife, Aimee Kotek-Wilson, establish her own office, according to a spokesperson for the governor's office. The news was first reported by Willamette Week. Starting March 25, Meliah Masiba from the Department...
Residents push to save Salem Public Library ahead of looming budget cuts
This story was updated at 3:50 p.m. Tuesday Salem budget meetings spurred outrage over the potential closure of the Salem Public Library. Emails and comments filled the Salem City Council's inbox and social media, with many wondering if Oregon's capital city would soon be left without a public library. ...
Salem’s Riverfront Park Gears Up for Ultimate Taco Fest with Over 30 Food Trucks This May
Alright taco lovers, gather around because I've got some spicy news that'll make your taste buds dance! Salem's Riverfront Park is about to be transformed into a taco paradise. Yes, you read that right! On May 4, the Northwest Taco Fest is rolling in with a lineup of more than 30 food vendors serving up a storm of tacos. Dreamed up and brought to life by the dynamic duo Dan and Chelsea Opfer, along with an amazing team of volunteers, this isn't just about gobbling tacos. They're setting up a whole festival vibe with shopping stalls, live music beats, and plenty of fun stuff for the little ones.
Duluth Harbor Monsters to play inaugural home game May 25
DULUTH, Minn. (Northern News Now) - The Arena League’s Duluth football team has announced the details for its inaugural home game. The Harbor Monsters will play a preseason game against the American Arena League 2′s Dallas Falcons on Saturday, May 25. “This game is more than just an...
Retiring Oregon State Hospital Superintendent Dolly Matteucci reflects on 6 challenging years
Clarifications and Corrections: This story was updated for the correct last day of the superintendent. Oregon State Hospital Superintendent Dolores "Dolly" Matteucci's last day overseeing the state's psychiatric hospitals in Junction City and Salem is Friday. Matteucci announced her retirement in March after six turbulent years at the hospital. ...
What's that planned for Broadway Street in north Salem near Fred Meyer?
Description: A four-story mixed-use development is coming to north Salem on Broadway Street between Tryon Avenue and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway. The fenced-off location has long been home to a bright purple vacant building that was once a Volkswagen vehicle repair shop called Wagenwerks. Plans are in place...
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