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Donated pumper cars will help disabled students in Forest Grove exercise, regulate emotions

Pumper cars — children’s toys that also serve as therapeutic and exercise devices — are so popular, even Portland Trail Blazers star Damian Lillard has ridden one. Read moreDonated pumper cars will help disabled students in Forest Grove exercise, regulate emotions

Hillsboro council approves annexation for new data center

A new data center company with plans to build in Hillsboro has cleared a large regulatory hurdle, after the Hillsboro City Council on Tuesday, March 21, approved … Read moreHillsboro council approves annexation for new data center

Beaverton suspends, expels Black and Latino students at higher rates

The school district says it's working to close that gap, as well as reduce the number of suspensions and expulsions it metes out on the whole. Read moreBeaverton suspends, expels Black and Latino students at higher rates

With Hillsboro superintendent retiring, board in final stretch of selecting replacement

The Hillsboro school board expects to have a new superintendent selected by the end of April. Read moreWith Hillsboro superintendent retiring, board in final stretch of selecting replacement

Trade shows out, sporting events in at Portland Expo Center?

Large public consumer shows and spectator events are returning to the Portland Expo Center after more than three years of pandemic-related cancelations and attend… Read moreTrade shows out, sporting events in at Portland Expo Center?

Longtime Forest Grove School District principal to depart for Beaverton School District

Echo Shaw Elementary School will bid adieu to its longtime principal, Perla Rodriguez, at the end of the school year. Read moreLongtime Forest Grove School District principal to depart for Beaverton School District

AMAZING EDUCATORS: Tech teacher brings real-life skills to class at Banks

Kristina Passadore didn’t expect to be where she is now, teaching technology classes at Banks High School. Read moreAMAZING EDUCATORS: Tech teacher brings real-life skills to class at Banks

AMAZING EDUCATORS: Pacific University professor believes in today's youth

Forest Grove is a long way from his native Puerto Rico, but for Pacific University professor Victor Rodriguez, it’s become home for a man doing what he loves — teaching.

AMAZING EDUCATORS: Echo Shaw principal champions dual language learning

Perla Rodriguez, the longtime principal of Echo Shaw Elementary School, knows the value of dual language schools.

Westside Pitch Competition highlights exciting new businesses

Businesses awarded include Fridie Outdoors, Finnegan the Dragon and UpSight Security.

New developments in Washington County wildlife habitats could be put on pause

A county hearings officer recommended that an Oregon land use agency bar the county from approving developments that affect designated wildlife habitat. A county attorney argued that’s unnecessary, since the county is already holding develope…

Semiconductor aid plan advances another step

Budget subcommittee sends it to the full committee, which has scheduled it for Friday.

Hillsboro Police Log: Man blames car for crash, gets arrested

The Hillsboro Police Department provides an accounting of Feb. 13-19, 2023, calls for service.

Beaverton Police Log: Houseguest steals host's vehicle

Calls for service from Feb. 23-28, 2023, are included in the Beaverton Police Department's roundup.

Tualatin Police Log: DUII suspect arrested for crashing into parked vehicles

The Tualatin Police Department rounds up calls for service between March 7-13, 2023.

Forest Grove Police Log: Arrest made after person struck with chair

The Forest Grove Police Department describes calls for service from March 2-9, 2023.

Oregon Senate clears money for housing, homeless

Gov. Kotek gets two bills, praises quick action two months into the 2023 session on $220 million and a bill to lay the groundwork for greater housing production.

Tillamook Forest Center reopens after three-year hiatus

The center provides Oregonians with opportunities to learn about and explore their state forests, including family nature programs, interpretative exhibits, field trips for children, and facility rentals.

Hungry students get a hand up from Beaverton church ahead of spring break

Spring break is typically a time where students can relax at home or take a trip, carefree from school.

Liberty High students compete in state culinary championship

Last week, Liberty High School students competed in the kind of culinary challenge you might see on the Food Network.

Could self-serve gas be coming to Oregon?

Sen. Janeen Sollman, who represents Forest Grove, Hillsboro and Cornelius, is among the bipartisan sponsors of a landmark bill that passed the House on Monday.

Wapato Lake refuge grand opening attracts hundreds

After a decade of preparations, Wapato Lake National Wildlife Refuge officially opened to the public Saturday, March 18.

Survey results: Readers worried about the state of Oregon's tech sector

More than 80% of Pamplin Media Group survey respondents say they are concerned about the future of the semiconductor industry in Oregon — but the reasons why varied.

ODOT completes battery of improvements to Cornelius Pass Road

Years of work to improve crash safety along Northwest Cornelius Pass Road took another step forward last month, according to the Oregon Department of Transportation.

Artist Steph Littlebird helps produce significant Native American kids book

An artist raised in Banks, and a member of Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde, artist Steph Littlebird has wanted to share some real history of Native Americans.

Grandusky, Kottkey running unopposed for Forest Grove school board

Kate Grandusky has served on the school board since 2011, and Kristy Kottkey is fresh off the council, where she served from April 2020 to December 2022.

Three contested races for Hillsboro school board this spring

The races for Position 4 and Position 5 on the Hillsboro school board will feature two head-to-head contests. The Position 7 race is a three-way contest between an appointee and two challengers.

Pedestrian killed in Aloha crash early Friday morning

A fatal crash involving one vehicle and a pedestrian in Aloha closed both directions of Tualatin Valley Highway between Southwest 174th and 182nd avenues early Friday morning.

New local monthly marketplace opens Saturday in Gaston

This Saturday, March 18, you could be one of the first to visit Gaston’s new monthly marketplace.

Enforcement, timing key concerns about Beaverton's proposed camping rules

Homeless residents of Beaverton seek stability. Businesses and law enforcement want certainty that they’ll be able to enforce whatever new rules are put in place.

Hillsboro UPS driver organized supply drive for earthquake-impacted Turkey

When Hillsboro resident and United Parcel Service delivery driver Murat Yavuz learned of the earthquake that struck his native country of Turkey last month, he was instantly motivated to lend aid however he could.

Educators in Forest Grove offer encouragement, caution for parents

Speakers shared personal stories, research, and advice for parents at a summit held at Neil Armstrong Middle School.

Plans emerge for new substance abuse treatment sites in Beaverton, Hillsboro

More addiction treatment services are headed to Washington County in the coming years, working to remedy a longstanding dearth of inpatient facilities in the area.

What new homeless shelter projects are in the works for Washington County?

A site in Cornelius could be purchased as the new home of the Safe Rest Pods currently in west Hillsboro. Other plans include shelter space in Beaverton, Tigard and Hillsboro.

Forest Grove Police Log: Man hands off 'threatening' note at social gathering

Here is a rundown of reported Forest Grove Police Department calls for service between Feb. 24-March 1, 2023.

OHSU virtual immediate care provides alternative option for health care

“As long as they have a pharmacy nearby, we can save (patients) a trip to the hospital,” said Stefanie Roland, associate administrator of OHSU’s department of emergency medicine.

Portland-area air quality getting worse, annual report card shows

Despite a relatively mild wildfire season in 2022 for smoke in the Portland metro region, overall air quality decreased throughout the Pacific Northwest region compared to the previous year.

Bill Schonely remembered as larger-than-life voice at public memorial

There were bingos, bangos and bongos. There were a few lickety brindles, and wry references from former Portland Trail Blazers Chris Dudley and Terry Porter about free throws missed. Of course, there were plenty of Rip Citys!

Lawmakers unveil energy-efficiency measures for buildings

Senate panel takes up four bills originating from a 2022 task force that seeks to curb carbon emissions from the residential and commercial sector.

Family Promise of Tualatin Valley comes out of pandemic stronger

The Tualatin-area nonprofit has expanded its services thanks to increased funding during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Lawmakers hope nation will look to Oregon on national security

Chris Miller, author of “Chip War: The Fight for the World’s Most Critical Technology,” warned a state legislative committee that the United States has fallen far behind in global computer chip research and production.

Gaston driver crashes into police vehicle, arrested on multiple charges

Kevin Flanagan faces charges of fleeing or attempting to elude a police officer, driving while suspended or revoked, reckless driving, recklessly endangering another person, and second-degree criminal mischief.

Portland Timbers sign forward Franck Boli

The Portland Timbers hope that the acquisition of striker Franck Boli can add some juice to a shorthanded and struggling group of forwards.

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