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Eat your way around the Washington County Fair
The world of fair food is as perplexing as it is delicious (seriously, who thought to put all that in the deep fryer?). At the 2024 Washington County Fair, which runs July 19-28 at the Westside Commons in Hillsboro, there will be no shortage of greasy grub to get your hands on. The food court is situated near the main stage, where fair attendees can also catch a performance by...
YVYV: Metro Council President Lynn Peterson talks supportive housing tax reform
PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — You're paying a supportive housing services tax if you're a high-income earner in Multnomah, Clackamas, or Washington counties. That tax money is used to address the homeless crisis. Metro, a regional government, is in charge of the tax. Right now, the leadership is rolling out...
17 suspected heat-related deaths in last 11 days in Oregon due to high temperatures
PORTLAND, Ore. — At least 17 people in Oregon have died in the last 11 days from suspected heat-related causes as temperatures in the state remain high. Washington County reported its fourth death on Monday. An 81-year-old man was found in the 97140 ZIP code on Saturday. Earlier this...
Northwest Oregon's Saddle Mountain offers sweeping views for all ages
SEASIDE, Ore. — There’s only one thing better than finding an outdoor adventure and that’s sharing what you’ve found with someone else. Two Washington County women recently found outdoor adventure and more along a trail to one of the highest points in the Oregon Coast Range, one that leads hikers "High on the Saddle."
Metro seeks voter support to extend, broaden uses for homeless services tax
After more than two years of counties slowly ramping up homeless spending, Metro Council is developing a ballot measure to expand the uses of Supportive Housing Services dollars. Metro staff, led by Chief Operating Officer Marissa Madrigal, recommended that the Metro Council ask voters to approve a ballot measure that would expand the uses of the tax revenue to include building or purchasing low-income housing; extend the lifetime of the tax; reduce the tax rate; and strengthen oversight and accountability. ...
Health and dental care, haircuts and more free services offered at one-day event near Beaverton
A “one-stop shop” to connect community members experiencing homelessness to crucial services is planned for Friday near Beaverton and Hillsboro. Organized by Project Homeless Connect Washington County, the one-day event will bring more than 40 service providers to one place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, July 12, at the Sunset Church, located at 14986 Cornell Road, just outside of Beaverton. “With homelessness rates rising by a staggering 12%...
Regional DAs support Gonzalez for Portland mayor
In an “unprecedented” move, the district attorneys for Multnomah, Washington, and Clackamas counties endorsed Portland City Commissioner Rene Gonzalez for mayor, Gonzalez’ campaign announced Wednesday. In a statement, Multnomah County District Attorney-Elect Nathan Vasquez said “Portland is on a path to recovery that requires balancing compassion and accountability. Rene has the leadership and vision we need in our next mayor. I look forward to partnering with him to create a safer, more livable Portland.” ...
Heads up: Deadline for Washington County Fair community competitions is Friday
Think you might be the best cook, crafter or gardener in your community? Prove it at the Washington County Fair. There are three opportunities to show off your skills this year at the Washington County Fair: the culinary arts, creative hobbies and horticulture community competitions. Professional exhibitors — defined as those who have sold items in the competition category, were paid to teach a class or are employed in the...
Perpetrator in Child Sex Abuse Case Sentenced to 50 Years in Prison by Washington County Judge
Hillsboro, OR.– Official Release: On June 28, 2024, a Washington County jury found Wilfredo Aguilar-Pineda, age 33, guilty of two counts of Rape in the First Degree (Jessica’s Law), Sodomy in the First Degree (Jessica’s Law), two counts of Rape in the Second Degree, two counts of Sexual Abuse in the First Degree, and two counts of Luring a Minor. On July 8, 2024, Judge Erik Buchér sentenced the defendant to 50 years in prison. Senior Deputy District Attorney Andy Pulver prosecuted this case.
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