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Jun 09, 2018 The Times - News

Tualatin High celebrates 2018 graduation

The school's largest-ever graduating class takes the big walk at Veterans Memorial Coliseum.

Jun 08, 2018 Sherwood Gazette - News

Sherwood's Class of 2018 graduates

Graduating seniors shared memories, lessons and plans for the future as they prepared for the ceremony Friday evening.

Jun 08, 2018 The Times - News

Tigard High braves rain for commencement

Students, families, staff, faculty and administrators gather Friday on Douglass Memorial Field.

Jun 07, 2018 The Times - News

Music teacher, student lend talents to song about school tragedies

Music was written by local music teacher Ed Kopp and performed by Tualatin's Elise Kopp.

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.

May 25, 2018 The Times - News

Robert F. Kennedy in Portland, Beaverton and beyond - 50 years later

Three local residents remember Robert Kennedy's appearances in the Portland area 50 years later

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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.
Tigard gets input on smaller dwellings during open house

The Times - News

Planners ask the public what they want in accessory dwelling units, smaller residences that address need for…
County's unemployment rate remains low

Beaverton Valley Times - News

County economist: Area seeing second-longest run of low numbers in quarter century
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.…
Timberwolves prowl Grand Floral

The Times - News

The marching band of Tualatin High School was among the many musical participants in Saturday's Rose Festival…
City seeks input on 'missing middle' housing Wednesday

The Times - News

City hosts open house on the topic on Wednesday, June 13, discussing the small, less-expensive dwellings.
Richardson diagnosed with brain cancer

Beaverton Valley Times - News

The secretary of state, who is second in line to the governor, said he has begun treatment for the tumor,…
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.
Tualatin finds higher lead levels in eight homes

The Times - News

Figures come from 67 high-risk homes tested in April during city's six-month testing cycle.
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.
Home security company ranks Sherwood 'safest city in Oregon'

Sherwood Gazette - News

SafeWise placed Sherwood at the top of its annual list, which ranks cities using FBI crime statistics.
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
Sherwood waiting on test for drinking water contamination

Sherwood Gazette - News

The city buys its water from Wilsonville, which should know by Monday if the water contains a toxin.
Ground broken on 40-acre industrial/mixed use site in Hunziker…

The Times - News

Property will include up to 264 low-income, work force units along with parcels that will be home to…
TriMet to host free travel training for newest bus line

The Times - News

Line 42-Denney/Hall serves people traveling between Tigard and Beaverton, avoiding Highway 217.
Bonamici: Renewal of federal food aid is inadequate

Beaverton Valley Times - News

'No reason in America for anybody to be hungry,' Oregon Democrat tells Oregon Food Bank advocates and allies…
Washington County will start vehicle registration fee

Beaverton Valley Times - News

Annual amount of $30 will be collected with two-year renewals of state registration fees, so total will be…
Additional SRO, Peer Court, emergency response program safe for…

The Times - News

Budget Committee agrees to fund programs initially slated for cuts but next it could change next year.
Bonamici, Read join Brookwood students for '529 Day'

Beaverton Valley Times - News

The elected officials advised students on the importance of college savings accounts during an assembly.
TriMet to run TV Highway bus line 24 hours per day

Forest Grove News-Times - News

The transit agency approved a budget that will see line 57 run all night in the coming months.
Mills named principal of Bridgeport Elementary

The Times - News

Mills has spent her Tigard-Tualatin career at Metzger Elementary and previously served in the Peace Corps.
Police logs

Beaverton Valley Times - News

The following reports were issued by police in Beaverton, Tigard and Tualatin.
Construction on new Sherwood High School approaching

Sherwood Gazette - News

The Sherwood School District plans to break ground in June on the new Sherwood High School.
Goodhouse to run for re-election to Tigard City Council

The Times - News

First elected in 2014, councilor helped create city's first emergency reserve fund
Region's leaders split on Metro affordable housing bond

Portland Tribune - News

The Metro Council holds a May 29 work session on a possible $652.8 million affordable housing bond, with a…
Driver ID'd in PSU hit-and-run

Regal Courier - News

News outlet says the driver, Greg Porter, 61, lived in King City up until last year.
Not 'Sleeping' on homeless issue

The Times - News

Local organization Family Promise of Tualatin Valley hosted a fundraiser for homeless students this weekend.
Crowds gather in Beaverton, Tualatin for Memorial Day

Beaverton Valley Times - News

Photo gallery: Military aircraft flyovers, solemn speeches and patriotic music highlight day of remembrance.
Fake sale in Tualatin ends in robbery

The Times - News

Suspects allegedly used a stun gun on one victim and threatened the other with a knife before fleeing.
Hillsboro hospice service warns of data breach

Hillsboro Tribune - News

Nonprofit says 600 patients may have had their health informtion accessed through email breach.

Regional News

Bat found in Lake Oswego tests positive for rabies

Lake Oswego Review - News
Rainbows galore at 2018 Portland Pride Parade

Portland Tribune - News
New dispensary gets 96K 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
2 arrested after 'combative' man resists officers

South County Spotlight - News
Westside panel reviews lack of women as mayors

Beaverton Valley Times - News
Grand Floral Parade splashes through the wet weather

Portland Tribune - News
'FedEx Faker' strikes in Happy Valley, police say

Clackamas Review - News
Clock's ticking, derby still needs place to roll

Portland Tribune - Sports
55 arrested during Fleet Week sweeps

Portland Tribune - News
Clean sweep? Pitch A Tent reminds parade-goers of homeless

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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North shuts down South 24-7 to win Les Schwab Bowl

June 16, 2018 Lake Oswego Review - Sports Miles Vance

The North defense allows a first-quarter touchdown and nothing else to win Saturday

Locals set for Saturday's Les Schwab Bowl

June 13, 2018 The Times - Sports Dan Brood

Two Sherwood graduates, two Tualatin grads to play in the all-star football contest

Three repeat as champs at Beadnell Classic

The Times - Sports

Fowler, Hazelbrook and Twality middle school runners compete in the annual mile run
Sherwood's Aggson is TRL's top pitcher

The Times - Sports

Bowmen, Tigers, Wolves all well-represented on the All-Three Rivers League list
Tigard's Davis tabbed top TRL pitcher

The Times - Sports

Class 6A state champion Tualatin has six first-team All-Three Rivers League selections
Victory tastes so good for Green team

The Times - Sports

The Tigard football squad shows off its big-play potential in the Chicken and Bean Bowl
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
Seniors help Hawks to state title contest

The Times - Sports

The veteran players step up for Horizon Christian in Class 3A postseason action
Horizon Christian tipped in title tilt

The Times - Sports

The Hawks battle, but are downed by La Pine, 10-5, in the Class 3A state baseball final
Tualatin championship notebook

The Times - Sports

Here's more of a look at the Timberwolves' and their 2018 state championship season
Johansen provides the Wolves' power

The Times - Sports

The junior hit 16 home runs in the 2018 season, including a key blast in state title tilt
Tualatin seniors shine in championship season

The Times - Sports

The five Tualatin veterans help lead the Timberwolf team to a perfect 30-0 record in 2018
Timberwolves achieve perfection in 2018

The Times - Sports

The win over Clackamas in the 6A title game gives Tualatin an unblesmished 30-0 record
Wolves win it all

The Times - Sports

Tualatin rallies to get a 4-3 victory over Clackamas in the Class 6A state title game
Tualatin's win, and celebration, in photos

The Times - Sports

Here are many more images from the 4-3 win over Clackamas in Saturday's Class 6A state title game
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
Tigard downed in quarterfinal at North Medford

The Times - Sports

The Tigers finish up the 2018 softball season with a final overall record of 24-5
Wolves roll to second-round win over Titans

The Times - Sports

Tualatin gets its offense going in the 8-3 Class 6A state playoff victory over West Salem
Tualatin falls to West Salem rally in playoff

The Times - Sports

The Timberwolf season ends with an 8-4 second-round road loss in postseason action
Horizon Christian earns spot in Class 3A title tilt

The Times - Sports

Hawks shut down Santiam Christian to get a 5-1 baseball state playoff semifinal victory
Wolves get a spark, and semifinal victory

The Times - Sports

Tualatin advances to the Class 6A state championship game with 8-5 win over Oregon City
Tualatin set to battle Clackamas for the crown

The Times - Sports

The Class 6A state championship contest will be played Saturday at the OSU softball complex
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
Tigard steps up to get playoff win at Glencoe

The Times - Sports

The Tigers advance to the quarterfinals for the first time since 1995 with their 3-0 victory
Tigard rolls to victory in softball playoff tilt

The Times - Sports

The Tigers score a 10-0 win against Forest Grove to start Class 6A postseason action
Sherwood tipped in state playoff tilt

The Times - Sports

The Bowmen baseball team sees its season come to a close with a 5-1 first-round loss at Roseburg

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Opinion

Letters to the editor

June 14, 2018 The Times

Topics include a high school theater production, vaccinations and recent high-profile suicides.

Unhappy about vehicle registration fee? Blame the feds

June 14, 2018 The Times

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

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

Our opinion: A lot more information is needed before moving forward with a massive housing vote.
Tigard mayor's timing could hurt city

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

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!

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

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

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

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

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

Tuesday is the dealine to vote; The Times will begin posting election results shortly after 8 p.m. Tuesday.
Say 'no' to Tigard levy

Citizen's view: Tigard has plenty of money without going once again to ratepayers.
Youth representing Tigard in Washington, D.C.

Tigard High student Cait Smith reflects on D.C. trip, serving city, upcoming levy election.
Ogden gets nod in BOLI race; position shouldn't be elected

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

With the primary election coming up May 15, readers sound off on candidates, Tigard's levy.
Mayor: Preserving our community for the future

Tigard Mayor John Cook urges 'yes' vote on Measure No. 34-283 on May 15 ballot.
Give Deckert top job in county

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

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

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

Editorial: Vote 'yes' on bond measure to address safety, signals, crosswalks and more.
Letters to the editor

The Tuesday, May 15, primary election dominates the newspaper's mailbag this week.
'Yes' vote urged for Tigard levy

Our opinion: City has been a good steward of taxpayer funds; levy would support police, library, sidewalks, crosswalks.
Letters to the editor

Elections on May primary ballot dominates this week's mail bag; ballots should be distributed around May 1.
Collaboration connects students to their futures

Portland Community College, Bank of America support the Future Connect program.
Letters to the editor

Only two letters this week: Rep. Rich Vial gets kudos, and e-cigarettes get burned.

Features

Ramadan begins Tuesday

May 11, 2018 Beaverton Valley Times - Features The Times

Islam's holy month runs through June 14, with Muslims throughout the world fasting from dawn to sunset.

MET celebrates silver anniversary

May 09, 2018 Hillsboro Tribune - Features Pamplin Media Group

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.
En Pointe

Beaverton Valley Times - Features

Students from Washington County are set to take the stage The Portland Ballet presentation of 'Current/Classic.'
Coming home to Patsy Cline

Regal Courier - News

Broadway Rose veteran performer Sara Catherine Wheatley returns to Oregon to reprise a favorite role.
W2D to hear from endorsed candidates

Lake Oswego Review - My Community

The Willamette Women Democrats will hold its monthly meeting April 12 at Celebrate Conference Center.
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
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.
Marylhurst hosting wine talk, tasting Wednesday night

Lake Oswego Review - My Community

Marylhurst University will host a wine talk and tasting March 7 starting at 6:30 p.m. in Flavia Salon on campus. Guest speaker will be…
Masons honor Daniel Bush for his dedicated service

The Times - News

Bush was honored Wednesday at the Tigard-Orenomah Lodge No. 207 on Pacific Highway near Gaarde Street.
St. Anthony's School seeks auction donations

The Times - News

The school is seeking such items as a new car or boat, resort vacations and restaurant chef experiences.
Competition seeks art for sidewalks

The Times - Features

Three partnering organizations want the environmental artworks for Tigard and Hillsboro.
Grand plans at The Garages

The Times - Features

A local business owner is bringing live music - and a whole lot more - back to Beaverton.
Q&A with Cynthia Whitcomb

The Times - Features

The local writer penned Lakewood's latest play, and has written nearly 30 screenplays.
Cultural Trust brings road show to Beaverton

Beaverton Valley Times - News

Organizations that could be eligible for grants are encouraged to attend Feb. 8 event.
Art on Broadway seeks new talent

Beaverton Valley Times - News

Membership in artists collective includes working occassionally at the gallery.
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.
CHARACTER ACTOR

The Times - Features

A Broadway Rose musical star plays 10 roles in one show, relying on impeccable acting chops to pull it off.
Jewish community center to host annual biz breakfast

The Times - Features

The topic of discussion will be 'Building Bridges between Oregon and Israel.'

Sustainable Life

EARTHTALK Apple scores well in review of greener Electronics Gadget Makers

June 17, 2018 Roddy Scheer, EarthTalk

Dear EarthTalk: How do the big gadget-making companies (Apple, Samsung, etc.) stack up these days regarding their environmental footprint?-Doug Greco, Newark, NJ

Visiting cattle mowing the lawn in pilot project

June 16, 2018 Elayna Yussen, Metro

Cows helping weed while they graze at Howell Territorial Park on Sauvie Island

Sandy River Gorge preservation party

Oregon Nature Conservancy seeks volunteers to help with restoration project.
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
¡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.
EarthTalk: Green pet burials

My vet tells me my 18-year-old cat is nearing the end of her life and I'm wondering what my options are for a green-friendly burial?-Sandy Monroe,…
Preserve the Wonder campaign ends on high note

Friends of the Columbia Gorge raise enough to buy and protect seven prized parcels in gorge; campaign also elicits donation of eighth site.
The art of recycling and reusing

Learn about reducing, reusing and recycling this Sunday at Reuse-A-Palooza.
Owner won't allow Newberg paper mill to reopen

Would-be buyer says he'd reopen the mill and use Oregon's recycled paper as raw material, but mill owner insists on destroying the papermaking…
Bill sacrifices Willamette Falls sea lions to save salmon

Schrader calls for 100 mammals to be killed each year by Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife.
Lawmakers begin cap and trade discussions

The state joint legislative committee on carbon pricing heard from an expert who said a well-crafted carbon-pricing plan could be good for the…
ADUs OUT OF YOUR PRICE RANGE? THINK AGAIN

Startup led by former city urban renewal director creates innovative model that requires no cash down for units
Dyno Nobel, Inc. ordered to pay $250,000 for failing to notify federal authorities of anhydrous ammonia discharges

Company operates a urea plant near St. Helens; discharges caused complaints of odor and irritation from residents.
Portland gardeners can learn to save seeds

Grow Portland offers introductory classes for those who want to learn the art of seed sharing.
Article charges DEQ with lax enforcement of toxic air emissions in The Dalles

Investigative series by Cascadia Times raises questions about the operations of AmeriTies at its plant in the Columbia Gorge community.
EarthTalk: Artificially inseminating endangered species?

Dear EarthTalk: Can fertility techniques pioneered for humans or other animals be used to try to bring back endangered wildlife species? - James E.,…
Columbia Gorge commission reviewing future of scenic area

Lots at stake as authorities tackle a once-per-decade review of management plan for this precious natural area.
Developer pays tax, utility bills at Willamette Falls

Falls Legacy LLC still owes $200,000 for delinquent account related to the 23-acre site in Oregon City
Snowy plovers spotted for first time in decades in key coastal area

Western snowy plovers, found nesting in Fort Stevens State Park, were listed as a threatened species in 1993.
East Council Creek open house to be held in Cornelius

The public will get a chance to see 'final' proposed design elements for the natural area.