About
The Salem Reporter is a web-based news organization focused exclusively on reporting in the Salem area. Locally-owned and managed, Salem Reporter provides readers a mix of national caliber investigative reports, clear and compelling coverage of local government, and insights into the people who hold power in the Salem community.
Our team of experienced journalists delves into local government, schools, business, nonprofits, and state government. Salem Reporter will also give the community unmatched coverage of major breaking news events, aiming to become the “go to” source for the community.
Reaching us
Phone: 503-575-1251
General inquiries: info@salemreporter.com
Mailing address: 72585 Middle Fork Lane, Bates OR 97817
Your news team
Les Zaitz, editor
les@salemreporter.com
C: 541-620-0933
Rachel Alexander, managing editor; education/nonprofits
rachel@salemreporter.com
O: 503-575-1241
C: 206-407-5600
Saphara Harrell, local government and breaking news reporter
saphara@salemreporter.com
O: 503-549-6250
Ardeshir Tabrizian, public safety and housing reporter
ardeshir@salemreporter.com
C: (503) 929-3053
Meet the Editor: Les Zaitz is nationally-acclaimed journalist with nearly five decades of experience, including more than 25 years as a reporter and editor at The Oregonian.