Nowruz celebrates the Persian New Year on Saturday Gene Marrano March 16, 2023 1 min read The spring equinox is also celebrated as the Persian New Year. A multi-cultural celebration is happening this weekend. WFIR’s Denise Allen Membreno has more on the Nowruz celebration. About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: At the Movies: “Champions”Next: Salem Red Sox franchise will be sold – but will stay in town Related Stories 1 min read Cigar Lounge preparing to open in Downtown Roanoke Clark Palmer September 5, 2025 2 min read Salem VA Health Care System receives top scores in latest CMS hospital ratings Clark Palmer September 5, 2025 1 min read Local woman advocates for other childhood cancer survivors experiencing late effects of cancer treatment Denise Membreno September 5, 2025
