Navigating Police Services In Hillsboro During Coronovirus

An important measure of police department’s readiness is the ability to continue to deliver normal services in midst of a major incident.

Hillsboro City Encourages Community To Only Flush Toilet Paper

Dispose of disinfecting wipes, paper towels, napkins, and other non-flushable items in the trash.

Hillsboro Increases Emergency Grant Funding For Small Businesses To $1 Million

Small businesses in City of Hillsboro can apply to receive up to $3,000 in emergency grant funding during a second round of applications.

City Of Hillsboro Facilities Will Remain Closed Till April 28

City of Hillsboro facilities will remain closed to the public through April 28 to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 in our community.

Hillsboro Approves Eviction Protections For Renters

Renters are still required to pay any rent money owed, but renters will not be evicted if they are unable to pay rent due to Coronavirus.

Reminder From City Of Hillsboro: Our Digital Library Is Open

"The library buildings may be closed, but the digital library is always open."

Hillsboro City Council To Vote On Eviction Protections For Renters

Proposed protections for residential and commercial tenants will be voted on during a special Hillsboro City Council meeting on Wednesday.

Touchstone Preschoolers in Hillsboro Donate 70 Pairs of Pajamas

Students collected pajamas for Scholastic’s Annual Great Bedtime Story Pajama Drive

Touchstone Schools® in Portland Area Earn NAEYC Accreditation

This prestigious early learning program accreditation has been achieved by all three Touchstone Schools

Hillsboro Completes LED Street Light Conversion

Switching to LEDs saves energy, cuts costs, and improves safety.

2019 Annual Hillsboro Water Quality Reports Now Available Online

Results show Hillsboro’s water continues to surpass all state and federal standards.

Hillsboro Curbside Food Composting Could Begin In 2020

If approved, food scraps would be composted in North Plains.

Hillsboro Holocaust Survivor Alter Wiener Killed Crossing Street

Alter Weiner, who survived five concentration camps, was killed Tuesday night by a car that hit him as he crossed the street in Hillsboro.

Hillsboro Dead Birds – Including Bald Eagle – Probed By OSP

State Police are trying to figure out why dozens of dead birds – including a bald eagle and red-tailed hawk, both protected, were found dead

Hillsboro Leaf Pickup Program Begins Nov. 1

Between Nov. 1 and Dec. 20, Public Works crews will pickup leaves in Hillsboro twice. Here's how you can help out.

PGE Builds Electric Car Charging Hub In Hillsboro

The PGE-City of Hillsboro venture will see a new Electric Avenue charging hub built at the Sunset Esplanade on TV Highway.

Volunteers Spruce Up Boys & Girls Club For HillsDOer Day

Roughly 100 volunteers ripped up pavement at the event organized by nonprofit Depave and the Boys & Girls Clubs of Portland Metro.

Washington County 2018 Halloween Sex Offender Safety Map

There are 25 level 3 sex offenders currently living in Washington County. For the safety of your trick-or-treaters, find out where.

Veterans Treatment Court Receives $550K Grant

The Washington County District Attorney's Office said the grant will allow them to expand the treatment program and hire staff.

Hillsboro's Inukai Family Boys & Girls Club Removing Asphalt

The club will benefit from a volunteer work party on Saturday who will remove asphalt and make way for green space.

HillsDOer Day: Sign Up Now To Volunteer

The 4th annual HillsDOer Day community volunteer event seeks at least 200 volunteers to help with 5 different projects around the city.

Share Your Love Of Hillsboro: Become A Patch Mayor

Being a Patch Mayor will get you more involved with the community and help keep people informed on local happenings.

Love Hillsboro? Share Your Stories And Become A Patch Mayor

The Patch Mayor program is recruiting local residents to let their neighbors know about events and issues in Hillsboro from people who know.

Meals On Wheels People Expands Services

Clients in Hillsboro, Cornelius, and Portland can look forward to the changes taking effect July 1.

60-Acre Burn In Tillamook State Forest Planned For Thursday

The Oregon Dept. of Forestry will reportedly use the burn as a training exercise while also removing potentially hazardous ground debris.

Gamer Giveaway: Win A $50 Gift Card To Rune & Board Game Shop

Enter to win a $50 gift card to Rune & Board game shop just by signing up for your free Hillsboro-area morning newsletter from Patch.

High-Speed Internet Coming To Hillsboro, Officials Say

The first phase of expansion will see the city's fiber network added to the SW/Shute Park area and South Hillsboro development by 2019.

Oregon Marine Law Enforcement To Train At Hagg Lake In May

The training will cover a variety of aquatic recreation topics, such as patrol strategies, boating law, and water safety fundamentals.

High-Speed Internet A Public Utility In Hillsboro? It's Possible

City officials are reportedly examining the possibility of creating a high-speed fiber network across Hillsboro, capable of 1gb/s downloads.

Fallen Firefighter Honored With Equipment Dedication

Banks Fire District 13 honored Ryan Grimaldi on Monday by dedicating Water Tender 13 in his name. Grimaldi, 31, passed away Nov. 3.

Hillsboro Preps For Late Winter Storm

City crews have been preparing Hillsboro for icy roads and facility closures for the first big winter storm of 2018.

Hillsboro Food Co-op Continues To Grow, Searches For Location

Inching closer to its goal of establishing a locally owned and operated food co-op, the Hillsboro Food Co-op now exceeds 300 member-owners.

Facebook Gang Rape Warning For Hillsboro Nothing To Fear: Police

A Facebook post warning residents of a new scam that puts women in danger of gang rape in Washington County is fake news.

Severe Weather Shelters In Washington County

Throughout late fall and early winter, shelters across Washington County open their doors to at-risk individuals and families. See the list.

Hillsboro Opens Winter Village Skating Rink In Orenco

For the third year, the city’s popular outdoor ice skating rink will provide hours of family fun through Dec. 15.

Bikers, Firefighters Honor Fallen Comrade On 34th Annual Toy Run

This year's Washington County ABATE - Stan Johnston Memorial Toy Run was particularly emotional due to the recent passing of Ryan Grimaldi.

Veteran Suicide: One Woman Shares Her Story Hoping To Save A Life

Carla Almaraz was in the Air Force. Since then, she has has had three bouts with suicidal depression.

Fall Leaf Pick-Up Program Begins This Week In Hillsboro

Public Works crews cover 230 miles of Hillsboro streets to pick up fallen leaves from Oct. 30 to January 2018.

Harvest On Main/Downtown Trick-or-Treating Saturday In Hillsboro

This year's downtown trick-or-treat event will coincide with the city final Farmers' Market of the season. It all begins at 10 a.m.

Washington County 2017 Halloween Sex Offender Safety Map

There are 19 registered sex offenders currently living in Washington County. For the safety of your trick-or-treaters, find out where.