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Trump picks Oregon’s U.S. Rep. Chavez-DeRemer for labor secretary

Published   Nov 23, 2024 01:19AM
The Republican. one of two Oregon Latinas in Congress, was an early Trump backer but did not mention him much in her unsuccessful bid for a second term.
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West Salem High School employee under investigation followin

An instructional assistant at West Salem High School is on leave after what the school described as a “physical altercation” on Monday.
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Defense Department digging into finances of Boardman public

The federal government is reviewing whether the Port of Morrow and the Columbia Development Authority have appropriately used federal money in the past three years. Port officials and Greg Smith, who runs the development authority, aren't answering q ... Read more

Kindergarteners pick up speed on new bikes at Bush Elementar

Students on Wednesday tested donated bikes that will become a mainstay in Bush’s gym classes as part of a national program to help kids learn to ride.
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After reelection, Keizer mayor contemplates next term

Published   Nov 22, 2024 11:42PM
Keizer Mayor Cathy Clark was reelected to a sixth term after fending off a close challenge from former Mayor Lore Christopher.
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Ballooning retirement costs a major contribution to Salem’

The city of Salem expects to spend about $11 million more next year on pension obligations after a state rate increase.
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Novel state benefits to help Salem-area people avoid homeles

By offering help with rent and other benefits related to preventing homelessness, the Oregon Health Authority is expanding definitions of healthcare. Several Salem-area organizations received grants this month to expand their capacity to help those w ... Read more

Despite poor polls, Salem council may explore property tax i

Salem city councilors on Monday will decide whether to ask city employees to study a property tax levy for the May 2025 ballot. If they move forward, the council would discuss the possibility in January.
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