Weeks named chief of police 

Weeks. Courtesy photo. Salem City Manager Chris Dorsey announced last week that he would appoint Derek Weeks to the position of chief of police for the city of Salem. The move took effect on July 1, one month after Weeks was named as interim chief on June 1.  “I am confident that Chief Weeks has the experience and vision needed to lead the Police Department moving forward,” said Dorsey. “Derek knows this city. He’s well aware of its' character and unique challenges and also what is needed to keep building on the success of the department. Salem's police force has...

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