New trains, harvest fun, and a speed limit vote

Weather

Today in Salem: foggy. (H 71°F / L 53°F)

Local Headlines

Brand New Amtrak Trains Coming to Salem

After decades of the same old rolling stock, Salem's Amtrak station will finally see shiny new trains. It's the first major upgrade in years for our northbound and southbound commuters.

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Your Guide to Harvest Festivals Around Salem

Fall is here and so are the harvest festivals! From pumpkin patches to apple cider, there's plenty happening around Salem to celebrate the season.

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City Council to Vote on 20 MPH Residential Speed Limits

Salem City Council will decide whether to slow things down in residential neighborhoods, dropping speed limits from 25 to 20 mph. The vote could change how we navigate our streets.

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Reser's and Energy Trust Boost Efficiency at New Don Pancho Facility

Reser's Fine Foods is partnering with Energy Trust of Oregon to make their new Don Pancho facility in Salem more energy efficient. It's a win for local jobs and sustainability.

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ODOT Calls South Salem I-5 Project a Success

The south Salem I-5 widening project is officially wrapped, and ODOT is declaring victory. Commuters can expect smoother sailing on one of our busiest corridors.

Around Town

Fall Into the Valley

September's winding down with plenty to do around town. Harvest festivals are popping up across Salem and the Willamette Valley—perfect weather for cider sipping and pumpkin picking. Meanwhile, if you're feeling brave, Milburn's Haunted Manor is ready to spook you silly. And over in Keizer, there's a free event teaching teens overdose prevention—important community work as we head into autumn.