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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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Salem events from Nov. 21-Nov. 27: Holiday Village, Turkey T

Events in Salem this week include the start of holiday celebrations at the Oregon State Fairgrounds, a choral performance of Mozart and a market dedicated to handmade ceramics.
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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

Oregon Gov. Kotek, tribal leaders reflect on year of visits

Published   Nov 21, 2024 11:50PM
Kotek visited each of Oregon’s nine federally recognized tribes over the summer.
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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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After reelection, Keizer mayor contemplates next term

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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More students regularly attending Salem schools but rate lag

Nearly every school in Salem and Keizer improved attendance last year. But 44% of local students remain chronically absent, challenging efforts to improve literacy and graduation rates.
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