Ten die in traffic crashes on Virginia highways over Thanksgiving weekend
~ 2017 proving to be deadlier than 2016 for traffic crashes ~ With overall traffic fatalities already on the increase,...
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Salem Firm moving on co-housing plan
The possibility of a co-housing senior living development in the Salem area is moving ahead again with the choice...
Read moreSalem Police seek assistance in armed robbery case
On November 19, at approximately 8:20 p.m., officers from the Salem Police Department responded to the Choice Cigarette Discount Outlet...
Read moreSalem Police make arrest in convenience store arson case
At approximately 12:41 p.m. on Monday, November 27, the Salem Police Department along with Salem Fire & EMS, responded to...
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The Salem Police Department reported the following people were arrested and charged between November 21-27 Arrest indicates an accusation and...
Read moreSalem fifth-graders encouraged to dream big at career fair
Photo by Shawn NowlinSalem High School Autobody shop instructors Derrek Wray (l) and Steven Edwards answering questions. Encouraging youth can...
Read moreOlde Salem Brewing Company ready to serve the community
Photo by Shawn NowlinMain - Front row employees (l-r): Bailie Campbell, Rhea Rupert, Maggie Hughes Coffey, Becky Guynn and Amy...
Read moreJohn M. Oakey & Son Candlelight Remembrance Ceremony set for Nov. 30
Cathie Thomas Contributing writer Submitted photoEveryone is welcome to the ceremony. The holiday season is a joyous and special time...
Read moreCorrection
Correction:Because of an editing error, last week’s front-page picture said it featured Jason Ford’s mother. Below is an actual picture...
Read moreSalem-Roanoke County Chamber of Commerce is promoting Small Business Saturday 2017 on November 25
The Salem-Roanoke County Chamber of Commerce has been invited by American Express to act as a Neighborhood Champion for...
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