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Second Annual Cornelius Community Dinner

The City of Cornelius, in partnership with Centro Cultural of Washington County and the Washington County Sheriff’s Office, will provide a holiday dinner for members of the community during the Second Annual Cornelius Community Dinner.
Media release Sheriff's Office
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Have We Heard From You Lately?

New strategies for the county’s ongoing public participation program are the subject of an online survey and community event sponsored by Washington County.
Media release County Administrative Office
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Significant rainfall predicted; use caution

The National Weather Service is predicting significant rainfall starting tonight [Thursday, 11/12] through Saturday in Southwest Washington and Northwest Oregon. Heavy rains reduce driver's visibility and can result in flooding.
Media release Land Use & Transportation
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Seven Arrested in Human Trafficking Operation

Sheriff’s Detectives arrested six women and one man involved in prostitution. Detectives continually attempt to eliminate human trafficking of people of all ages and reduce the associated ancillary crimes.
Media release Sheriff's Office
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New Rules Around Wood Smoke Take Effect Today

On October 6, the Washington County Board of Commissioners approved new rules to protect the public’s health by reducing wood smoke. The ordinance goes into effect today, Friday, November 6, 2015. The ordinance is designed to raise awareness of wood smoke as a health issue and prevent unnecessary burning when the air quality is particularly poor.
Media release Health and Human Services
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November 2015 Election Message

Passage of the Library and Public Safety levies attributed to partnerships with cities, nonprofits and ultimately the voters.
News article Board of County Commissioners (BCC)
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Coffee and Conversation for Senior LGBT Community

Washington County Disability, Aging and Veteran Services Family Caregiver Support Program is sponsoring a free “Coffee and Conversation” on November 19, for seniors in the LGBT community. Their friends, family members and caregivers are also welcome to attend.
Media release Health and Human Services
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Detectives Search for Contractor Fraud Victims

Washington County Property Crime Unit Detectives are searching for additional financial fraud victims, mostly through contractor fraud, following the arrest of a Vancouver man.
Media release Sheriff's Office
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Too Late to Mail Ballots for November 3 Election

Washington County elections officials are asking last-minute voters to drop off their ballots well before 8 p.m. this Tuesday so that all ballots are processed in a timely manner. The Elections Office will be open for part of Saturday and will offer drive-through service on Tuesday.
Media release Assessment and Taxation
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Moderate to heavy rains pose travel challenges

Moderate to heavy rain will accompany area trick-or-treaters in northwest Oregon this Halloween weekend. The rain is expected to start Friday morning (Oct. 30) and continue through Sunday (Nov. 1).
Media release Land Use & Transportation
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UPDATE - Wanted Fugitive Shoots at Police

A wanted violent fugitive shot multiple times at police as he attempted to evade capture. He received life-threatening injuries and was transported to a local hospital. There were no injuries to law enforcement during this incident.
Media release Sheriff's Office
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Cab Crashes into Store after Rider Confrontation

Washington County Sheriff’s Deputies were called to 18560 SW Tualatin Valley Highway in the community of Aloha concerning a man that crashed his taxi cab through the front of the Chevron Extra Mile store.
Media release Sheriff's Office
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Halloween Safety Tips

The Washington County Sheriff's Office would like to help keep children safe this Halloween. On average, children are twice more likely to be hit by a car on Halloween than on any other day of the year. The Sheriff’s Office would like to provide some helpful safety tips and a free safety light.
Media release Sheriff's Office
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Domestic Violence Team Assists Those in Need

According to the National Resource Center on Domestic Violence, nearly one in four women and one in seven men experience severe physical violence by an intimate partner. As Domestic Violence Awareness Month comes to an end, we highlight the Washington County Sheriff’s Office commitment to combat domestic violence year round.
Media release Sheriff's Office

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