Government

Proposed Washington County budget cuts will force families to lean on state for child support assistance

Washington County’s district attorney is not happy with the county’s proposed 2025-26 budget that would slice 19 full-time…

Crime & Justice

He was pulled over for drunk driving in a county vehicle. He’s the sheriff of Umatilla County.

UMATILLA COUNTY — The Gilliam County Sheriff’s Office reported Umatilla County Sheriff Terry Rowan had a blood-alcohol level…

News

Minding the (legal) gap: Forest Grove’s Adelante Mujeres expands services amid immigration changes

President Donald Trump’s relentless shoves for mass deportations have left an aftershock of whiplash immigration policy — continuing…

Business

Business, volunteers honored at Beaverton chamber’s annual Movers of Mountains Gala

From dedicated individuals to business owners who go above and beyond, the Beaverton chamber’s annual awards ceremony honored…

Business

BDSM Brewing locks in opening date for new Hillsboro bar

After a year bound up in renovations and red tape, Hillsboro’s only gay bar is unclipping the restraints…

News

Tail-wagging showdown: 18th annual K-9 trials back in Hillsboro

Washington County’s four-pawed contest of skill is uncaging another year of flying fur and unleashed excitement. The 18th…

Education

Farming is more than a fad for Banks student

(BANKS) — Passion is contagious, and if you spend a few minutes with Banks High School’s Robby Harris, you…

Education

Fostering unity, community in Cornelius

(CORNELIUS) — What began as a goal to complete community service hours through the National Honor Society has turned…

Education

Feeding the community, a drive at a time

(SHERWOOD) — She may not crave the spotlight, but Sherwood High’s Sophia Burt shines when serving her community. Born…

Business

High expenses, sparse crowds behind Arcade 2084’s Hillsboro closure

Scarce traffic, needed building upgrades and unsustainable rent are among the reasons downtown Hillsboro’s blast-from-the-past arcade bar is…