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Community Conversation on Tuesday

Hello neighbors and friends — our city is in a financial crisis, so PLEASE consider sharing your thoughts, priorities and questions at a special “Community Conversation” SESNA is helping to sponsor on Jan. 28. Because this is so important, we’re not having a regular SESNA neighborhood meeting this month.  See the attached flier for details. […]

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So Long, and Thanks for All the Fish

SESNA held its Annual Meeting on Nov. 19 – maybe it was the weather, but the turn-out was very low, although we were thrilled to meet some new folks! Everyone won door prizes, which included $30 gift cards to local restaurants and businesses. The food was incredible with a lot left over. Also great was […]

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Most Outstanding Home Improvement

Congrats to this year’s Most Outstanding Home Improvement winner, Melissa Bliss and her father, Mike. After renting the home at 205 22nd St. SE for 9 years, Melissa, a part-time care-giver and dad (retired car buff) used their Covid stimulus checks to buy it in 2021, beginning a gradual transformation. Neighbors reported seeing Mike almost […]

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Annual meeting

FOOD and lots of DOOR PRIZES! On Tuesday November 19 from 6 to 8:15 p.m. Dye House, Willamette Heritage Center, 1313 Mill St. SE (behind main building, park in front and enter from right path; or drive through to drop off guests, then park). Contact SESNA for more info. Or Shannon at [email protected] 6:oo – […]

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It hurts!

You come home after a long day, craving a quiet retreat. But instead of peaceful darkness, your house is bathed in an unwelcome spotlight. Maybe your neighbor’s gone full-on Griswold with their holiday decorations, or a harsh floodlight illuminates your entire yard with every passing car. Suddenly, your sanctuary feels more like a brightly lit […]

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Oh Nutria

In a Salem neighborhood, cozy and neat,Nutria arrived with tiny feet,From far-off lands, they made their way,Now in our Mill Race, they love to play. They burrow and munch in yards so green,But here we care for every scene,With thoughtful plans and gentle hands,We find a way to share our lands. Neighbors gather, young and […]

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October neighborhood meeting

On Tuesday October 22 at 6:30 p.m. In person at the Capital Park Church‘s main Sanctuary.. 6:15 – Social time and welcome6:30 – Introductions, approval of minutes, additions to agenda6:40 – Guests Sgt. Steve Galvin – Salem police updatesChief David Gerboth – Meet our new Fire Chief! Plus, how ambulance service is changing.Councilor Linda Nishioka – […]

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Buzzing around the stars

Forget “moth to a flame” – that saying might be totally wrong! Scientists are buzzing about a new discovery that flips the script on why insects dive-bomb your porch light. It turns out, they might not actually love light at all. Instead, all those flickering bulbs might be messing with their built-in GPS! Like tiny […]

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Coming together; helping out

Some of our neighbors were unable to keep up with their yard work due to health issues, which can be challenging in the valley. With the help of the Capital Park Wesleyan Men’s group, the project was completed in just two days. The first three volunteers cleared the larger items from the yard and took […]

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Salem’s Lost Buildings

Despite preservation efforts, some of the most iconic landmarks from Salem’s past have become victims of the wrecking ball. The newest exhibit at the Willamette Heritage Center features the rubble, and saves remnants of many of Salem’s lost buildings. Discover how Salem’s skyline has changed over time and how preserving historic structures can make a […]