Another day, another moonshine still discovered in Manning. This and more in the news of a century ago.
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Washington County farms, small businesses can get emergency loans to aid in winter storm recovery
Farms and small businesses in Washington County that suffered damage as a result of this year’s winter weather storm in January have options to seek funding to aid in their recovery.
Oregon wildfire, smoke experts weigh in on future risks and 2024 season
Oregon’s getting better at preventing and responding to wildfires, experts said Thursday, but much more still needs to be done.
Banks Fire District seeks vehicle donations for training purposes
Do you have a derelict vehicle gathering dust and rust sitting on your property? The Banks Fire District is looking for more vehicles for their firefighters to train on.
Banks School District to hold second bond town hall
A second informational meeting about Measure 34-336, a school bond to tackle a number of infrastructure projects at the Banks School District will be held Saturday, April 27 at 9 a.m. at the Hornshuh Creek Fire Station in Buxton.
Forest Grove Farmers Market season opens May 1
Throughout the season, the Forest Grove Farmers Market draws a number of local crafters, small businesses and farm stands, including Banks-area farms and businesses.
Dispatches from history: Western Washington County April 24, 1924
In 1921, Asa E. Westcott represented Banks in the Oregon Legislature. Three years later, he was dead, with a jury ruling his death by a gun was accidental. Just two months earlier, Westcott had vanished after driving his vehicle into the Willamette River before he returned home amid speculation that he had been met with foul play. This and more in the news of 1924.
Small brush fire extinguished near Mountaindale off Corey Road
A small brush fire north of the community of Mountaindale was extinguished by firefighters Saturday afternoon.
Register to vote in Oregon primaries by April 30
Oregonians have about two weeks left to register to vote or change their party affiliation before the May 21 primary.
ASK WCSO: Window Fall Safety
ASK WCSO is a monthly column produced by the Washington County Sheriff’s Office covering safety tips and other useful crime prevention education. This month: Window Fall Safety.