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Weather forecasters are predicting that temperatures may soon soar into the 100s. Pet owners are urged to take precautions to ensure their pets' health and safety.

The Fourth of July holiday is the number one time of year for pets to go missing.

The Hillsboro Public Library recently donated 574 new books to Washington County Women, Infants and Children (WIC) for families to take home.

The meeting will take place on Thursday, June 12, 10 a.m., at the Public Services Building auditorium, 155 N. First Avenue, Hillsboro. Any person may attend the meeting and provide comments to the Solid Waste Advisory Committee regarding the proposed rate changes.

Businesses that request a free workplace recycling evaluation will receive a Green Team kit containing reusable bags, durable drink tumblers and more.

The boil water notice has been lifted after the latest tests came back negative for contamination.

The public is invited to a Memorial Day Ceremony on Monday, May 26, at 1 p.m., at the Veterans Memorial Gateway at the Washington County Fair Complex.

Washington County Disability, Aging and Veteran Services (DAVS) is hosting an Elder Abuse Forum on Friday, May 16, from 1-4 p.m., at the Hillsboro Civic Center.

Four large animal transport trailers were recently purchased with grant funds to use in emergency response situations.

The annual Washington County Resource Fair for people with developmental disabilities takes place on Thursday, May 1, from 11 a.m. – 7. p.m., at the Aloha Community Center, 4375 SW Edwards Place.

National Public Health Week is April 7-13. On Friday, April 11, Washington County Department of Health and Human Services will present the 12th Annual Public Health Recognition Awards.

Washington County Animal Services reviewed a recent incident where a dog was injured in Hillsboro and concluded that the responding officer followed a reasonable course of action given the specific circumstances at that particular time.

The deadline for public health award nominations has been extended to Friday, March 14.

Washington County Public Health, in collaboration with Multnomah County Emergency Management, is hosting a free health and emergency preparedness fair for the Latino community on Saturday, March 29.

Washington County's official statement, February 28, 2014

All Oregon middle school students are invited to enter art contest for Problem Gambling Awareness Month

Due to the winter weather, residents may see a delay in their garbage collection. Full details are available on county's website.

Public Invited to Tigard WIC Open House on January 21, 2014 - Press Release

Bonnie Hays Animal Shelter reduces adoption fees by 50 percent for older dogs and cats this holiday season

Public Invited to Join Community Conversation on Accessibility on December 13 at Virginia Garcia Wellness Center