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Salem-News.com`s Top Articles of 2012

Review of the top articles and also top comments.

(SALEM) - 2012 was an interesting year for Salem-News.com. Honors were bestowed upon Tim and Bonnie King as a result of Tim's long list of reports exposing war crimes against Tamil people in Sri Lanka.

On a sad note, Salem-News.com said good bye to one of its longest standing writers, however the work of Salem-News.com Human Rights Ambassador William Nicholas Gomes, has been acclaimed in Asian press time and time again.

Help the Homeless Aids Salem Residents Facing a Tough Winter

In its third year, event sees highest attendance yet.

(SALEM) - The Help the Homeless event in Salem this weekend was a huge success, thanks to the efforts of John and Marci Olivera of Steeles Karate. In its third year, the event fed and provided helpful items to a large number of attendees who enjoyed good cheer and even live music.

After covering the event, some people who had made the trip to attend Help the Homeless from West Salem, asked if it was possible to get a ride back to the homeless camp they reside in.

Steeles Karate Prepares for Sunday`s Help the Homeless

Those in need are welcome from 4:15 to 6:15 p.m.

(SALEM) - A rare and generous opportunity greets those less fortunate in Salem each year, thanks to Steeles Karate.

Salem IT Pro Receives National Attention

Chris was selected by a panel of esteemed industry judges, including representatives from leading IT news websites and online communities.

(SALEM) - A Salem Systems Administrator for Northwest Human Resources, Chris Gahlsdorf, has been selected in a national competition by Eaton Corporation as the most prolific IT professional in the nation.

More than 100 Attend The Compassionate Friends 16th Worldwide Candle Lighting

Loved ones gather to honor those who passed.

(SALEM) - Communities across the globe joined in The Compassionate Friends 16th Worldwide Candle Lighting on December 9, 2012.

The organization's Salem Chapter held their candle lighting event on the Oregon state capitol steps. The names of children who have passed were read aloud to a gathered crowd of more than 100 people.

Family Barely Escapes Home During Raging Fire

Estimated damages are $170,000.

(SALEM) - On December 8, at 2:12 a.m. Jefferson Fire District was dispatched to a house fire on 1891 Steiwer Rd SE Jefferson, Oregon 97352.

Marion, Stayton, Turner Fire District and Engine 9 from Salem were also dispatched to assist with the call. At 4:24 a.m. the fire was deemed under control.

Does Team-Creep Breed Conformity?

The climate to induce progress must be handled gingerly.

(SALEM) - Is being a "team player" an abject surrender of your individuality? Sometimes that thought creeps into the pondering part of my cranium in search of resolution.

This is particularly a front-and-center issue in many workplaces.

Salem Police Celebrate Retirements

Two employees lives spanned more than 80 years of service.

(SALEM) - Salem Police celebrated the retirements Police Records Technicians Jean Duda and Janice Brooten, whose careers spanned a total of over 80 years.

The celebration was held at the Salem Library Anderson Conference Room and was hosted by Salem Police Chief Jerry Moore.

Governor`s Budget Ignores Out-Of-Control Tax Breaks
Our Oregon Statement on Governor`s Budget

In the election that ended just three weeks ago, voters in Oregon and the rest of the nation weighed in loudly about how they expect elected leaders to protect priority services.

(SALEM) - In his recommended budget, the Governor has unfortunately ignored the resounding results of election that wrapped just a few weeks ago.

He missed an opportunity to provide real money for schools and critical services by closing big tax loopholes for large corporations and the rich.

Major Job Market Conundrum: Do Fears Interfere with Hiring?

We live in a world where the employer prefers to not hire an individual he may later need to fire.

(SALEM) - The state of the economy remains an enigma. The most consistent constant is: Worry.

Thrust into this sea of turmoil and skepticism is the job hunter. In many occupations, the field is not very fertile. It's been deteriorating to a drought.