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Passengers boarding the Cascades line from Salem station will ride Amtrak's new Airo trainsets tomorrow, Sept.

30. The trains featuring colors inspired by the Cascades and upgraded amenities were previewed on Sept. 26 in Portland.

Marion County Fire District No. 1 received a $512K FEMA grant to fund volunteer positions, training and gear over the next four years.

The board is reviewing the award since it does not cover the full cost of a volunteer coordinator.

On Sept. 9, Brush College Elementary showed empty classrooms, part of a low enrollment trend in Salem-Keizer where seven schools are below 60% capacity + district leaders will consider these numbers among 11 factors when deciding which schools to shutter.

A recent survey by Northeast United (which polled residents across the area) shows public safety, crime, traffic and homeless-related public health concerns are the main problems in northeast Salem.

Local leaders and residents are set to discuss community-driven solutions.

All American Magic Company is opening a theater on the second floor of Salem Center at 401 Center St. Its all-ages magic matinee starts Oct.

10 with tickets available online and options for season passes, group rates, and school shows.

Radness Ensues in Keizer will host a free fentanyl awareness and overdose prevention event on Sunday, Sept.

27, from 2-5 p.m. at 3837 River Rd. N, where youth in grades 7-12 and their parents will learn to recognize overdose signs + receive education on substance use.

Salem farms kick off their annual harvest festivals today — offering hay rides, corn mazes and pumpkin patches until Halloween.

Visitors can enjoy apple picking, live music and seasonal activities across local fields.

City staff have launched Northeast United — a new program led by community engagement manager Ashley Dunn — to unite nonprofits, schools and local groups in northeast Salem and address survey-reported issues like public safety, homelessness and low civic participation, with coordinated efforts planned through December.