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City of Keizer takes loss as tourneys cancel at Keizer park
City officials say the financial loss is short term, but will affect the city’s ability to maintain the park.

McNary, Claggett Creek schools offer free meals for kids
McNary High School and Claggett Creek Middle School are among the Salem-Keizer School District locations offering free meals this summer.

Robots, SWAT and K9s: Kids have a BLAST at Keizer camp
The Keizer Police Department, Keizer Fire District and Marion County Fire District 1 hosted a three-day camp at the end of June.

Police department calls: Keizer police scanner June 28-July 5
POLICE SCANNER: Information is provided by the Keizer Police Department. The agency has removed specific addresses to protect privacy.

Fire district increasing medical charges for non-locals
People who use ambulance services in Keizer, but do not live in the Salem or Keizer area, will now pay more for the service than those who are local.

Keizer commissions, committee seek volunteer members
Positions are open on the Keizer Public Arts Commission, Planning Commission and Budget Committee. Youth liaison positions are open across multiple panels.

New mural sends ‘Greetings from Keizer’
See photos of artist Patricia Young painting the new postcard-style mural on Los Dos Hermanos building in Keizer.

City of Keizer hires investigators to probe mayor, councilor
The Keizer City Council launched an investigation into Mayor Cathy Clark and Councilor Dan Kohler in June. What is being investigated is unclear but outside attorneys that could cost up to $10,000 have been brought in.

Oregon lawmakers pushed to secure sensitive data from ICE. How does the law work?
Lawmakers watered down their original legislation to focus on data handled by state agencies.

Five injured in northeast Salem fireworks explosion
Police said the explosion, which also damaged cars and a home, was likely caused when mortar-style fireworks were used.

Keizer leaders speak out on America's birthday
We invited an array of Keizer community leaders and representatives to talk about freedom and America, and here are the responses we received.

Police department calls: Scanner week of June 21 – June 28
POLICE SCANNER: Information is provided by the Keizer Police Department. The agency has removed specific addresses to protect privacy.

Art event in Keizer features watercolor and ink techniques
Artist Cathie Morrow will offer tips and demonstrate the techniques at the Keizer Art Association’s First Tuesday session on July 7.

Former maintenance worker charged with year-long string of Keizer thefts
The thefts occurred from October 2024 through October 2025 at a senior living complex in north Keizer.

Keizer library celebrates new status in July 7 event
Next week, the Keizer Community Library will celebrate its formal recognition as a public library with a public ribbon cutting event.

Here’s how Oregon is celebrating America’s 250th year of independence
From Bigfoot to time capsules, the America 250 Oregon Commission awarded 80 grants across Oregon to support local history, culture and art.

McNary gains new principal
Brad Shreve, McNary High School’s next principal, was worked in education for 32 years. He has served as principal at Roberts and Early College High Schools since 2019.

Keizer City Council considers gathering public input on parks
Keizer residents can soon weigh in on what they want to see in city parks.

Salem Reporter sues Bethell, Marion County to obtain public records
After almost six months of silence from Marion County Commissioner Danielle Bethell on a public records request, Salem Reporter is suing her and the county to enforce the law requiring her to respond.

Keizer Art show features nation's 250th anniversary theme in July
The public is invited to a reception and winners’ announcement from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 27, at the association’s gallery and studio.

State police chase armed man through Keizer neighborhood
A pursuing trooper said he found a loaded handgun that the suspect had thrown away as he jumped a fence.






