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Jun 21, 2018 Beaverton Valley Times - News

WHERE WILL THE NEW MAX LINE RUN?

Map and Draft Environmental Impact Study released, but details of Portland-to-Tualatin route still to come

Jun 14, 2018 Beaverton Valley Times - Sports

Westview lacrosse player's life saved by teammates

Wildcat sophomore Colby Clay's brush with death on the pitch saved by heroic teammates

May 31, 2018 Beaverton Valley Times - News

Public gets first look at Highway 217 project

Work will start in 2020 on southbound frontage road between Allen Boulevard and Denney Road in Beaverton, then on northbound auxiliary lane between Highway 99W and Greenburg Road in Tigard.

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Beaverton will use red-light cameras to ticket speeders

Beaverton Valley Times - News

City council designates four problem intersections based on police data; photo enforcement began in 1996.
Cosmetic doctor faces more charges of sex abuse

Beaverton Valley Times - News

Dr. George Allen faces wide array of charges; police seek information on additional victims.
Motorcyclist dies after Beaverton crash

Beaverton Valley Times - News

Police say Michael Robert Jones of California ran a red light before colliding with a car.
Tigard gets input on smaller dwellings during open house

Beaverton Valley Times - News

Planners ask the public what they want in accessory dwelling units, smaller residences that address need for…
County board OKs exotic-animal ban

Beaverton Valley Times - News

Hillsboro area animal park could seek national accreditation for an exemption, but co-owner says lawyers will…
Rep. Vial's Democratic challenger steps down

Beaverton Valley Times - News

Wilsonville's Ryan Spiker opt sto withdraw from campaign, citing health concerns
Police logs

Beaverton Valley Times - News

The following reports were made to police officers in Beaverton, Tigard and Tualatin.
Snapshot of a county

Beaverton Valley Times - News

A long-awaited report draws a picture of the racial and ethnic minorities of Washington County.
Christians gather to protest 'zero-tolerance' immigration policy

Hillsboro Tribune - News

Organizers say federal policies to seperate undocumented parents from their children is appalling.
CNBC reporter returns to Valley Catholic

Beaverton Valley Times - News

Seema Mody, who aspired to be a doctor, tells 2018 graduates 'there is no straight path from where you are…
Beaverton PD receives reaccreditation

Beaverton Valley Times - News

State group recognizes agency among a handful in Washington County to meet or exceed professional law…
Police logs

Beaverton Valley Times - News

The following reports came from the Beaverton, Tigard and Tualatin police departments.
Tigard students take H&R Block Budget Challenge

Beaverton Valley Times - News

Program helps high school students gain a better understanding of money matters.
County's unemployment rate remains low

Beaverton Valley Times - News

County economist: Area seeing second-longest run of low numbers in quarter century
Beaverton council votes for car-camping ban

Beaverton Valley Times - News

Council split 4-1, with dissent from Council President Lacey Beaty; Councilor Betty Bode, who has been ill,…
Valley Catholic graduates 84 from high school

Beaverton Valley Times - News

Among them is Matthew Ierardi, son of Principal Doug Ierardi; daughter Allison graduated in 2016; son Joseph is…
Westside panel reviews lack of women as mayors

Beaverton Valley Times - News

Question arises during annual breakfast discussion by city officials at a Westside Economic Alliance event.…
Rose to the occasion

Beaverton Valley Times - News

Westside bands shine - even if the sun doesn't - during this year's Rose Festival Parade. Photos by David…
High school graduation always a family affair

Beaverton Valley Times - News

Beaverton High School sees off 420 seniors, 60 more than in 2017, at ceremony at Chiles Center at the…
Westview grads, numbering 622, take final walk down the aisle

Beaverton Valley Times - News

Topping out at 19, the graduating Class of 2018 has the most National Merit Scholars in the state of Oregon.
Beaverton Arts Foundation recognizes 13 students

Beaverton Valley Times - News

Each will receive $1,500 scholarship to continue work in performing or visual arts; recipients were honored…
Crooked River Ranch murder suspect arrested in Tualatin

The Times - News

Gavin Smith-Brown is suspected of killing his mother in Jefferson County; major roads in Tualatin are blocked…
Police logs

Beaverton Valley Times - News

The following incidents were reported by police in Beaverton, Tigard and Tualatin.
Businessman blends jerky, Islamic culture

Beaverton Valley Times - News

Nader Morgan turned to Beaverton Area Chamber of Commerce when he decided to become an entrepreneur.
Sherwood police seek help ID'ing suspect in car theft, burglaries

Sherwood Gazette - News

Anyone with information should call 503-629-0111, the Washington County non-emergency dispatch number.
Crews battle fire in Raleigh Hills restaurant

Beaverton Valley Times - News

Cause of the Tuesday, June 5, blaze at McMenamin's on Scholls Ferry Road remains unknown.
Beaverton boosts rates for garbage pickup, sewers, storm drains…

Beaverton Valley Times - News

Increases by council will take effect July 1; difficulty in recycling materials accounts for first garbage…
Exotic-animal park is fined for code violations

Beaverton Valley Times - News

Owners can appeal decision by hearings officer; Washington County commissioners set June 19 to hear revised…
Vigil honors 'Chef Brophy' after fatal shooting

Beaverton Valley Times - News

Hundreds remember Oregon Culinary Institute's Daniel Brophy in wake of unsolved murder.
Statewide, more parents opt not to immunize children

Beaverton Valley Times - News

A state agency map shows the immunization rate for each school and facility in Washington County
Wilsonville's water tests come back clear

Sherwood Gazette - News

The City of Sherwood obtains its water from the same source as Wilsonville, the Wilsonville-Willamette River…
Sen. Merkley videotapes visit to U.S. border detention center

Beaverton Valley Times - News

Facebook video shows senator being denied access to facility in which children are being held.
Tourism chief: Visitors are good for Oregon

Beaverton Valley Times - News

'it's the front door to our economy,' Todd Davidson tells Washington County Public Affairs Forum; he rebuts…
2018 Rose Festival VIP winner chosen

Portland Tribune - News

The lucky winner in the Ultimate Rose Festival Experience Contest is from Aloha
Missing Beaverton girl found, man arrested in NE Portland

Portland Tribune - News

Jaime Andres Ordonez Calderon is facing numerous charges after being found with juvenile who was last seen on…
Beaverton man fatally shot at Oregon Culinary Institute

Portland Tribune - News

The victim was found inside the Goose Hollow school around 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 2.

Regional News

It's Festival of the Arts weekend in Lake Oswego!

Lake Oswego Review - News
County board OKs exotic-animal ban

Beaverton Valley Times - News
PlanetCon recycling event returns this weekend

Forest Grove News-Times - News
No jail time for driver who killed blind pedestrian

Portland Tribune - News
Snapshot of a county

Beaverton Valley Times - News
Special Olympics Oregon cancels state games

Lake Oswego Review - News
Christians gather to protest 'zero-tolerance' immigration policy

Hillsboro Tribune - News
Rainbows galore at 2018 Portland Pride Parade

Portland Tribune - News
Lawmakers blast immigration detention in Oregon

Portland Tribune - News
New dispensary uses city grant for apprenticeship program

Portland Tribune - News
Man gets 3 to 4 months for groping woman in PCC library

Portland Tribune - News
CNBC reporter returns to Valley Catholic

Beaverton Valley Times - News
Oregon City Heritage Days returns for second year

Clackamas Review - News
Former Bank of Oswego execs sentenced to prison

Lake Oswego Review - News
Final defendant in Malheur takeover sentenced

Portland Tribune - Politics
Pair suspected of stealing 'at least' 200 identities

Portland Tribune - News
Fleet Week ships slowly sail out of Rose City

Portland Tribune - News
Two drivers arrested after street race in NE Portland

Portland Tribune - News

RATTLED: OREGON'S CONCUSSION DISCUSSION

Max's law shields young athletes

Portland Tribune - News
How Max's injury became Max's Law

Portland Tribune - News
Rattled: Oregon's Concussion Discussion is a joint project

Portland Tribune - News
Schools struggle to release concussion records

Portland Tribune - News
Concussions: Payoffs and perils for athletes, schools

Portland Tribune - News
Concussion project spurs student journalists, too

Portland Tribune - News
Making an impact: Concussions and student athletes

Portland Tribune - News
Aftermath: A life changed by brain injury

Portland Tribune - News

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Sports

Metro League football stars help capture Les Schwab Bowl

June 21, 2018 Beaverton Valley Times - Sports Matt Singledecker

Holman, Cizik, Pasion, other standouts star for Metro League at the Les Schwab Bowl

Cizik closes Sunset career on a high note

June 21, 2018 Beaverton Valley Times - Sports Matt Singledecker

Senior all-purpose player tied a state record, helped Apollos take second in Metro

Niosi looks back on standout Beaverton career

Beaverton Valley Times - Sports

Senior defensive tackle was a force on both sides of the football for the Beavers
Pasion powers his way to success at Sunset

Beaverton Valley Times - Sports

Senior lineman started playing football as a sophomore, morphed into an all-Metro player
Football Slideshow: 2018 Les Schwab Bowl

Lake Oswego Review - Sports

The North defense carries the day in its 24-7 win over the South team on Saturday
Westview lacrosse player's life saved by teammates

Beaverton Valley Times - Sports

Wildcat sophomore Colby Clay's brush with death on the pitch saved by heroic teammates
Parker Kelly to sign with St. Louis Cardinals

Beaverton Valley Times - Sports

Former Westview star will join his older brother, Carson's, organization after stellar junior year
Baseball playoffs wrap up with Class 4A, 5A and 6A championships on Saturday

Lake Oswego Review - Sports

Check out all the matchups for the final day of the 2018 high school baseball season
Bailie helps take Westview baseball to the top

Beaverton Valley Times - Sports

New head coach fit right in with a senior-heavy group, helped lead Wildcats to state crown
Westview, Jesuit lead all-Metro softball selections

Beaverton Valley Times - Sports

Co-Metro League champions split up all-league selections after strong seasons on the diamond
Woods, Weiss lead all-Metro League honors

Beaverton Valley Times - Sports

Woods wins Metro Player of the Year, Weiss takes home Metro Pitcher of the Year
OES boys knock off Lakeridge 7-5 in state lacrosse title game

Beaverton Valley Times - Sports

The Pacers lead 5-4 at the end of three quarters, but don't score again in championship
'Cats erupt, capture Class 6A state title

Beaverton Valley Times - Sports

Westview baseball team explodes with six-run fourth inning, beats Clackamas for 6A crown
Softball playoffs wrap up with Class 4A, 5A, 6A championships on Saturday

Lake Oswego Review - Sports

Check out all the matchups for the final day of the 2018 high school softball season
Lacrosse Slideshow: Oregon Episcopal 11, Lake Oswego 9

Lake Oswego Review - Sports

The Lakers just miss out on securing a berth in the 2018 state championship game
Wildcats ward off West Salem, advance to 6A state title

Beaverton Valley Times - Sports

Westview baseball team punched Class 6A state championship ticket with Cox, timely offense
Timberwolves power their way past Jesuit

The Times - Sports

Tualatin, with its 4-2 win, moves on to the semifinals, where it will host Oregon City on Tuesday
Baseball Slidehow: Westview 5, West Linn 3

West Linn Tidings - Sports

The Lions lead late, but the Wildcats break through to win in Friday's sixth inning
Guerra, clutch 'Cats take down West Linn in 6A quarters

Beaverton Valley Times - Sports

Westview baseball team overcomes late deficit as star freshman comes up with huge three-run double
Gresham eliminates Southridge in 6A first round

Beaverton Valley Times - Sports

Gophers shut out scalding Skyhawks in first round of the Class 6A playoffs on Monday
Blair battles through ailments, takes home two 6A titles

Beaverton Valley Times - Sports

Southridge senior thwarts off illness, injuries on her way to a pair of hurdle state crowns
Crusader girls track and field takes home 6A state crown

Beaverton Valley Times - Sports

Jesuit girls track and field team cruises to a huge third straight Class 6A state title
MacNaughton, relay shine on state stage for Valley

Beaverton Valley Times - Sports

Valley Catholic junior wins the 100 hurdles, takes second in the 300 hurdles at state
Reese races to state title, Metro League shows well at 6A meet

Beaverton Valley Times - Sports

Sunset junior Ethan Reese wins state championship in the 800 Meters, Jesuit places fourth
Makin cements Sunset legacy, wins two state titles

Beaverton Valley Times - Sports

Apollo senior middle distance runner defends her 6A state titles in the 800, 1,500 meters
Murphy wins second straight state title

Beaverton Valley Times - Sports

Jesuit sophomore star comes through in the Class 6A state championship match

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Opinion

Oregon leads nation in encouraging people to vote

June 20, 2018 Beaverton Valley Times - Opinion The Times

Credit Secretary of State Dennis Richardson for being on the correct side of voters rights.

Graduations remind us to support education

June 20, 2018 Beaverton Valley Times - Opinion Sen. Rob Wagner

State Sen. Rob Wagner reflects on messages he takes away from gradutation season.

Letter to the editor

Beaverton Valley Times - Opinion

The city of Beaverton is honored for its commitment to inclusion and engagement.
Letters to the editor

Beaverton Valley Times - Opinion

Topics include a high school theater production, vaccinations and recent high-profile suicides.
Unhappy about vehicle registration fee? Blame the feds

Beaverton Valley Times - Opinion

Our view: When Congress stopped increasing the federal gas tax in 1993, cities, counties and states had to step up.
History, challenges of Clean Water Services little understood

Beaverton Valley Times - Opinion

Citizen's opinion: Replacing longtime public servant Bill Gaffi won't be easy.
Is Metro right agency to lead on housing?

Beaverton Valley Times - Opinion

Our opinion: A lot more information is needed before moving forward with a massive housing vote.
Gunfire, robbery reported in NE Portland on Sunday

Portland Tribune - News

Shooting occurs at Northeast 42nd Avenue, Stan's Market robbed on night of June 3.
Tigard mayor's timing could hurt city

Beaverton Valley Times - Opinion

Our opinion: John Cook's decision not to run for re-election, coming within days of failed vote, will leave an impression.
When 'safe and welcoming' is no longer enough

Beaverton Valley Times - Opinion

One high school teacher recounts the work he and cohorts do to help a student whose father could be deported.
Student to 'adults' - Please do something!

Beaverton Valley Times - Opinion

Tualatin student: All sides need to come together to end epidemic of gun violence in schools.
Relay for Life event is all about hope

Beaverton Valley Times - Opinion

Tigard-Tualatin relay, and luminaria event, focus on what we have, not what we've lost.
We're not yet prepared for next big disaster

Beaverton Valley Times - Opinion

Infrastructure Week reminds us that maintaining what we have is a key component for readiness.
Fighting to overcome the opioid crisis

Beaverton Valley Times - Opinion

Congresswoman: Tour of state has led to analysis of our opioid crisis in Oregon.
Breakdown of voting in Washington County

Beaverton Valley Times - Opinion

Our opinion: Two lessons to be learned from Tigard and Tualatin; new Washington County Commission still taking shape.
Our list of endorsements

Beaverton Valley Times - Opinion

Tuesday is the dealine to vote; The Times will begin posting election results shortly after 8 p.m. Tuesday.
Letters to the editor

Beaverton Valley Times - Opinion

The final print edition before Tuesday's election focuses on races in our region.
Newspaper: San Soucie, Mitchell for Beaverton City Council

Beaverton Valley Times - Opinion

Our opinion: Incumbent Marc San Soucie should get the call-back; Laura Mitchell's experience would add to council.
Ogden gets nod in BOLI race; position shouldn't be elected

Beaverton Valley Times - Opinion

The time has come for Gov. Brown and the Legislature to make this an appointed directorship.
Letters to the editor

Beaverton Valley Times - Opinion

With the primary election coming up May 15, readers sound off on candidates, Tigard's levy.
Give Deckert top job in county

Beaverton Valley Times - Opinion

Our opinion: Former legislator would be the right fit to help a well-run county pivot toward the next challenges.
Treece gets nod for District 2

Beaverton Valley Times - Opinion

Our opinion: Director of Westside Economic Alliance would bring vision to county.
Letters to the editor

Beaverton Valley Times - Opinion

May 15 election dominates the mail bag this week, including DA and county races.
Tualatin correct to focus bond projects on streets

Beaverton Valley Times - Opinion

Editorial: Vote 'yes' on bond measure to address safety, signals, crosswalks and more.
Sherwood's choices: Smart growth, or unplanned growth

Beaverton Valley Times - Opinion

Our opinion: Sherwood staff was correct to weave an expansion of the urban growth boundary into the city's comprehensive plan.
Letters to the editor

Beaverton Valley Times - Opinion

The Tuesday, May 15, primary election dominates the newspaper's mailbag this week.

Features

Oregon Zoo to host 'Trampled by Turtles' next Friday

June 20, 2018 Forest Grove News-Times - Features Mandy Feder-Sawyer

Trampled By Turtles will showcase its new album at the Oregon Zoo show on June 29.

Cell Phonography: From so-so to fabulous

June 20, 2018 Forest Grove News-Times - Features Geoff Pursinger

Village Gallery of Arts in Cedar Mill to offer cellphone photography class Sunday, June 24.

Swim safety is focus on events

Beaverton Valley Times - Features

Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District offers slate of activities in May.
Ramadan begins Tuesday

Beaverton Valley Times - Features

Islam's holy month runs through June 14, with Muslims throughout the world fasting from dawn to sunset.
Storytelling session planned by older adults

The Times - News

Tualatin program is set for May 30; Washington County Disability, Aging and Veteran Services is the sponsor during Older Americans Month and…
MET celebrates silver anniversary

Hillsboro Tribune - Features

The Muslim Educational Trust will celebrate its 25th anniversary Saturday, May 12
'Pacific power' hailed as Navy commissions USS Portland

Beaverton Valley Times - Features

The only ship named solely in honor of the Rose City was commissioned at Terminal 2 on Saturday.
Bow-WOW! Puplandia celebrates 2nd year, 230 dogs adopted

Beaverton Valley Times - Features

Brook Benson's Beaverton-based nonprofit fosters surrendered dogs with local families.
Native plant sale planned

Beaverton Valley Times - Features

Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation slates its annual sale for Saturday, April 28.
En Pointe

Beaverton Valley Times - Features

Students from Washington County are set to take the stage The Portland Ballet presentation of 'Current/Classic.'
Honey is mainstay of Beaverton Farmers Market

Beaverton Valley Times - Features

There are more varieties than people imagine, and the Market features many of them.
Coming home to Patsy Cline

Regal Courier - News

Broadway Rose veteran performer Sara Catherine Wheatley returns to Oregon to reprise a favorite role.
Culture & Community

Beaverton Valley Times - Features

A list of events happening throughout our region, with a emphasis on Easter weekend.
Lady golfers will kick off the season April 4

Lake Oswego Review - My Community

Interested women of all skill levels invited to attend a breakfast to learn about group
THPRD will offer spring egg hunts

Beaverton Valley Times - Features

Lots of events slated by parks department to help celebrate the coming of Easter.
Governor candidate Buehler to meet with GOP women

Lake Oswego Review - My Community

Lake Oswego Republican Women will hold their monthly luncheon meeting March 20 at 11:30 a.m. All are invited to attend.
Racial diversity is topic of talk

Beaverton Valley Times - Features

Event is set for Wednesday, March 7, at The Marquis Tualatin, 19945 S.W. Boones Ferry Road, Tualatin.
Mask & Mirror offers Steve Martin's 'Picasso at the Lapin Agile'

Beaverton Valley Times - Features

Comedy by comic, writer, musician Steve Martin opens March 3 and runs through March 25 in Tigard.
Grand plans at The Garages

The Times - Features

A local business owner is bringing live music - and a whole lot more - back to Beaverton.
Out & About: Friday, Jan. 26 to Thursday, Feb. 1

The Times - Features

A roundup of plays and other cultural events in Beaverton, Tigard, Tualatin and Sherwood.
Culture & Community: Curious George takes stage

The Times - Features

Also: Film screening explores race and winemaking; County museum receives five grants for education.
A seasonal feast at the Beaverton Farmers Market

The Times - Features

The area's largest farmers market is gearing up for the opening of its winter market.
Beaverton church to host centering prayer workshop

The Times - Features

St. Cecilia Catholic Church in Beaverton will host a centering prayer introductory workshop.
Mask & Mirror presents 'The Receptionist'

The Times - Features

This show is the first 'unMasked' production of Tualatin theater company's seventh season.
Out & About: Friday, Jan. 19 to Thursday, Jan. 15

The Times - Features

A roundup of plays, cultual events and more in Beaverton, Tigard, Tualatin and Sherwood.
Culture & Community: volunteer fair, emergency preparedness and more

The Times - Features

Also: The city of Beaverton seeks performers for its 2018 Ten Tiny Dances event.

Sustainable Life

EARTHTALK: Reviving bee population

June 23, 2018 Doug Moss and Roddy Scheer, EarthTalk

Dear EarthTalk: What can I do to help bees back from massive die-offs in recent years?-Bill Gorman, Albuquerque, NM

Novick hired as environmental specialist at Oregon justice department

June 22, 2018 Jim Redden

The NYU State Impact Center selected the department of the two-year grant-funded position in December.

Street of Dreams to feature a tiny house

Proceeds of home sale will benefit Oregon benefits, with costs of the project donated.
A forest full of food

Winslow Food Forest will host classes on creating food forests in urban settings.
MORE RIDE SERVICES, MORE CONGESTION?

Portland is launching a study of how Uber and Lyft contribute to the city's increasingly clogged traffic, but studies and anecdotal data show they…
Bee friendly, join pollinator celebration

Nonprofits team with Portland garden center to promote pollinator awareness.
Go electric: State launches website to promote EVs

Transportation has been a sore point in state efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and greater use of electric vehicles can help fulfill…
Mayor and River Hugger Swim Team trek across the Willamette River

The Human Access Project kicks off Willamette River swim season with Mayor Ted Wheeler
Columbia Gorge trails reopen

Visitors urged to use extra caution while hiking in Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area
Mayor wants to restrict plastic straws

City Council to consider resolution sponsored by Ted Wheeler on Wednesday directing city bureau to devise strategy for reducing use of plastic…
To the top! Portland hosts tree climbing competition

International Society of Arboriculture hosts TCC at Irving Park on Saturday, June 16 in Portland.
EARTHTALK Apple scores well in review of greener Electronics Gadget Makers

Dear EarthTalk: How do the big gadget-making companies (Apple, Samsung, etc.) stack up these days regarding their environmental footprint?-Doug…
Visiting cattle mowing the lawn in pilot project

Cows helping weed while they graze at Howell Territorial Park on Sauvie Island
County develops environmental health program

Three employees needed to fill out new program within Public Health Department
Sandy River Gorge preservation party

Oregon Nature Conservancy seeks volunteers to help with restoration project.
Edlen committed to sustainability

Mark Edlen reflects on evolution of sustainable development, growing role of social equity.
Chinese company also wants to restart Newberg paper mill

Mill could provide a market for Oregon's recycled paper now languishing in recycling centers; in a turnaround, owner now says it might sell to a new…
Farm groups question beehivesto justify solar panels on ag land

A solar project featuring honeybees in Oregon's Clackamas County is being appealed by farmland conservationists.
Let PGE control your thermostat(you'll save energy and money)

Program designed to allow utility company reduce electricity use during peak hours.
Xerces Society expands by uniting with Bee City USA

Portland-based conservation group will incorporate Bee City USA into its work, creating momentum in the pollinator movement.
Trump plan to force subsidies for coal plants would raise rates

In Senate hearing, Oregon's Ron Wyden elicits testimony from Trump energy regulator that rates could rise $32 billion or more nationally.
Destruction of mill appears imminent

Westrock puts conditions on potential sale that require buyer to destroy equipment critical to future operations
Japanese beetle infestation eradication

The Japanese beetle eradication plan for Washington County has brought controversy from some Hillsboro residents.
Taking inventory along the Clackamas River

Volunteers to catalog plants and animals that call Milo McIver park home during upcoming event
¡Explorando at Thomas Cully Park!

Learn about the Columbia Slough watershed and help support a new park at this family-friendly event.
Investigation probes health and environmental impacts from railroad tie plant in The Dalles

Blacks are more vulnerable to breathing creosote fumes because of genetic makeup, report notes.