Archive for the Category ‘Northwest’

Forest Grove Man Arrested for Sexual Assault on a Minor

Forest Grove Man Arrested for Sexual Assault on a Minor

A victim of a sexual assault that occurred ten years ago recently reported the crime to Sheriff’s Detectives. The victim was 14-years-old at the time of the crime and detectives are concerned that there may be more victims who have not reported sexual assaults by the same man.
On February 09, 2010, Washington County Sheriff’s Detectives [...]

Oregon Food Bank in Need of Spanish Speaking Volunteers

Oregon Food Bank in Need of Spanish Speaking Volunteers

Oregon Food Bank seeks Spanish-speaking volunteers to teach and assist its Nutrition Education program in Washington County.
“We’re expanding our Nutrition Education program and are looking for additional volunteers to help us serve low-income communities in Washington County. If you love to cook or have Spanish-language skills, consider joining our team,” said Ginny Sorensen, Nutrition Education [...]

Crime Stoppers and Columbia County Sheriff Seek Devin Wilmoth

Crime Stoppers and Columbia County Sheriff Seek Devin Wilmoth

The Columbia County Sheriff’s Office, in cooperation with Crime Stoppers, is asking for your help in locating a carjacking suspect.
On Tuesday, February 9, 2010, Columbia County Sheriff deputies responded to a 9-1-1 call regarding a drug related carjacking in which the victim was ordered out of his pickup truck at gunpoint. The suspect, Devin Wilmoth, [...]

Free Valentine’s Day Event for Kids

Free Valentine’s Day Event for Kids

Make Valentine’s Day crafts including magnets, bookmarks and cards on Family Day at the Washington County Museum, February 13. This fun program blends history, art and culture. Learn about local Native Americans with a demonstration of our Mobile Museum program on the Atfalati-Kalapuya and Chinook. Kids of all ages including parents and grandparents will enjoy [...]

Beaverton Names Diversity Award Winners

Beaverton Names Diversity Award Winners

The City of Beaverton Human Rights Advisory Commission (BHRAC) announces the winners of the year’s annual Diversity Award. Since 2003, BHRAC has recognized individuals, community groups, non-profit organizations and businesses in the area that have demonstrated a sustained commitment to the pursuit of cultural diversity and advocacy of basic civil and human rights in our [...]

Good Samaritan Killed in Forest Grove Accident

Good Samaritan Killed in Forest Grove Accident

A Good Samaritan was killed this morning when he stopped to help several people who had just been involved in a serious traffic crash on Highway 47, south of Forest Grove. The man was struck by another vehicle as he helped the victims of the first crash. Five others went to area hospitals.
On Friday the [...]

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