West Side Newspaper Staff

By rep. Paul Evans, For The West Side Newspaper Our 250th Independence Day celebration is now part of our shared history. I hope you and your family had the opportunity to spend time with friends, neighbors, and loved ones over the holiday weekend. Across our region, July 4, 2026, was

By Mark Wardell for The West Side Newspaper Friends of Salem CERT July in West Salem brings all the fun summer activities, beautiful weather, backyard barbecues, and community events. But behind the scenes, it has also brought some good news for Salem CERT. If you’ve been following this column,

By Century 21, For The West Side Newspaper SALEM, Ore. — Lena Davidson is often described as a “triple threat,” though there is nothing intimidating about the way she does business. Friends, colleagues, and clients describe her as the kind of person they want in their corner: steady, optimistic, and transparent.