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Man admits killing missing Hillsboro woman, leaving body near Henry Hagg Lake, court records say
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October 16, 2012, 11:02PM
Eloy Vasquez-Santiago, 29, told two Hillsboro detectives that he struck and then stabbed 55-year-old Maria Bolanos-Rivera, killing her, according to an affidavit in support of an arrest warrant filed in Washington County Circuit Court. Investigators, police said, have not found her body. Full story »
Hillsboro city council approves issuing bonds for baseball stadium and other big-ticket items
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October 16, 2012, 9:27PM
The Hillsboro city council passed a jam-packed consent agenda Tuesday night with ramifications for city parks, libraries and building departments. Most pressing, the council approved the issuance of $12.5 million in full faith and credit bonds to fund construction of a new ballpark for recently named Hillsboro Hops Class A baseball team. The actual issuance of the bonds is expected sometime in November. Full story »
Scholls Community Church to hold alternative Halloween event
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October 16, 2012, 5:27PM
"This is a safe place to come, a safe place within the Scholls community without driving anywhere," said Sam Stanley, event coordinator. It is open to everyone, with costume contests with lots of prizes. Full story »
Intel blames tough quarter on sour economy
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October 16, 2012, 4:23PM
Intel's tough quarter wasn't as bad as anticipated. But it certainly wasn't great. Full story »
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Man arraigned on murder charge in missing Hillsboro woman case
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October 16, 2012, 3:52PM
Eloy Vasquez-Santiago, 29, pleaded not guilty to one count of murder before Washington County Circuit Court Judge James Fun this afternoon. During the hearing, Fun told Vasquez-Santiago that "Now is the time for you to listen, not talk." Full story »
Your high school football photos featuring Thomas Tyner, Matt Tracy, Liberty Falcons and Tualatin Timberwolves
By / Liberty, High School Sports News From OregonLive.com
October 16, 2012, 1:45PM
As the 2012 Oregon high school football season winds down, fans continue to capture and share great images from around the state. Take a look at some of the recent high school football photos submitted by OregonLive.com contributors below, and be sure to check out more shots in the high school sports gallery. We're always looking for great user photos; please sign in... Full story »
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Hillsboro Hops release name via social media, drawing both praise and disappointment (with poll)
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October 16, 2012, 12:38PM
The Hillsboro Hops name and logo were revealed at 9 a.m. on the team's Facebook and Twitter accounts – and the medium had its desired effect. Full story »
Hillsboro police accuse man of murder in disappearance of woman
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October 16, 2012, 12:00PM
Eloy Vasquez-Santiago, 29, is charged with one count of murder in the apparent death of Maria Bolanos-Rivera, 55, according to court records and the Hillsboro Police Department. Bolanos-Rivera went missing on Aug. 26. Full story »
Mountain View's John Carroll leads Class 6A and 5A in receiving yards through Week 7
By / Century, High School Sports News From OregonLive.com
October 16, 2012, 11:50AM
After seven weeks of the 2012 Oregon high school football season we're taking a look at the top receivers in the state. Mountain View's John Carroll leads Class 6A and 5A in receiving yards after his fourth consecutive 100-yard receiving game in Week 7. Carroll had 4 catches for 154 yards and thee touchdowns in a win over Summit last Friday. Carroll is averaging... Full story »
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Hops to the future: Hillsboro Hops baseball era begins
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October 16, 2012, 9:15AM
The names of Oregon's professional and collegiate sports teams largely point to the state's history and culture; think Trail Blazers, Timbers, Beavers and Ducks. The latest addition to the ensemble: the Hillsboro Hops. Full story »
All things Halloween: Carved, cooked, tossed or floated -- we know how to do pumpkins
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October 16, 2012, 9:08AM
On a holiday that's as much agricultural as cultural you can find all kinds of ways to celebrate the season. Full story »
Nine rabbits at Bonnie L. Hays Animal Shelter seeking new homes
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October 16, 2012, 9:00AM
The Bonnie L. Hays Small Animal Shelter in Hillsboro is seeking homes for nine stray bunnies that were brought into the shelter by a law enforcement officer. Full story »
Volunteers still needed for new county museum opening in Hillsboro
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October 16, 2012, 8:56AM
As Washington County Museum prepares to move into its new 12,000-square-foot exhibit space in the Hillsboro Civic Center, the staff endeavors to recruit a new cadre of volunteers. Full story »
Hillsboro faces both successes and challenges in development
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October 16, 2012, 5:00AM
Beyond the data center industry, Hillsboro's inventory of available buildings and land suitable to immediate construction has "been absorbed." Full story »
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