State gives big boost to fund drive for Gold Star Memorial
The state parks agency has come through with major funding for the Gold Star Memorial being erected in a Keizer park. Fundraising continues to pay for etchings on granite stones.
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Keizer councilors turn down gas station after public hearing
The Keizer City Council closed the door Monday on any notion of adding a gas station to Northeast Lockhaven Drive. The proposal drew opposition from residents at a public hearing.
Keizer street projects lined up for summer
KNL Industries will resurface 1.7 miles of streets in Keizer this summer, under contract with the city of Keizer.
Noted for innovative course, Keizer teacher wins Apple
Jaimie Murphy's English seminar is not the usual fare for high school students. That innovative approach helped win a Crystal Apple for the McNary teacher.
City gets set to move mountain from Tepper
Dirt mounded from long-ago construction at Keizer Station now has to go. City officials say they have to get the equivalent of 600 dump truck loads moved so the city can sell off the surplus land.
‘You believed in us’ – Celts march into their future
PHOTOS: And that's that - McNary seniors celebrate at commencement on Friday, June 6.
Keizer cops target costly retail thievery
Keizer police are cracking down on retail thieves who sweep in to target local businesses. Officials say the thefts result in significant losses for the businesses while also posing risks for their employees. (FILE/Keizertimes)
Truly blessed: Coach looks back on career in Keizer, Salem
Lauded for his commitment to students and the sport, Larry Keeker wraps up his high school baseball coaching career at McNary High School.
Wofford sings her way to Keizer Young Woman title
The McNary High School junior was one of five competing for the title in the scholarship program, a Keizer tradition that dates back half a century.
Growth: Keizerites voice concerns about future costs, congestion
Recent town halls focused on Keizer's urban growth boundary – how and when to expand it, and how to retain the qualities that make the community livable. Keizer city councilors say they want to hear more from residents.