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An independent, volunteer-run local news space focused on Aloha, Oregon and the adjoining neighborhoods for community building and involvement.

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Very grateful for the support the community has shown. Not just financially, but also with getting the word out, encouraging words, volunteer time, and sharing their stories with us so we can share them with you!

Link to Buy-me-a-Coffee is in the bio.
Happy Veteran's Day.
November 11, 2025 at 4:23 PM
SNAP funds for Oregonians have been provided for the month of November starting today. See details on the ODHS website. Link in bio.
November 7, 2025 at 9:48 PM
Check out our latest article. Link in Bio.
November 5, 2025 at 2:11 AM
Today is election day. For Aloha, two levies are on the ballot:

Measure 34-345: Replacement Levy to Support Countywide Library Services and Measure 34-346: Replacement Local Option Levy for Countywide Public Safety Services

#localelections #localelectionsmatter #alohaoregon #washingtoncountyoregon
November 4, 2025 at 4:45 PM
Thank you to all of you who have contributed to the Aloha Free Press this month - both in one-time donations and recurring membership!

#aloha #alohaoregon #localnewsmatters #buymeacoffee #buymeacoffee☕ #independentnews #washingtoncountyoregon #community
November 2, 2025 at 11:33 PM
Happy Day of the Dead. Let us remember with love those who live in our hearts.
November 1, 2025 at 4:39 PM
October 31, 2025 at 2:57 PM
Reposted by Aloha Free Press
DEVELOPING: A bomb threat at the Washington County Courthouse prompted an evacuation of the building Thursday morning, according to county officials.
Bomb threat at Washington County Courthouse prompts evacuations
The Washington County Courthouse in Hillsboro was evacuated due to a bomb threat, according to county officials.
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October 30, 2025 at 7:07 PM
We've created a page on alohafreepress.com for finding community resources in the face of the uncertainties of SNAP and other challenges. Thank you to those who contributed info we could list. Let us know if there's something we can add. Link in Bio.
October 30, 2025 at 4:38 PM
We're collecting info for places people can support or go to find assistance in ahead of the SNAP lapse expected starting in November. If you know of an organization or group that you think should be on our list - message us!
October 28, 2025 at 4:33 AM
Very grateful for the support the community has shown. Not just financially, but also with getting the word out, encouraging words, volunteer time, and sharing their stories with us so we can share them with you!

Link to Buy-me-a-Coffee is in the bio.
October 26, 2025 at 12:02 AM
Links in bio.
Since starting the volunteer-run Aloha Free Press Substack back in Spring, we just keep growing. Join the community readers because you believe that #localnewsmatters

#alohaoregon #washingtoncountyoregon #alohafreepress #community #communityjournalism #journalismmatters
October 25, 2025 at 11:59 PM
Couldn't wait another spare moment to share with you our latest video report on a local Aloha Halloween favorite.

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#ʜᴀʟʟᴏᴡᴇᴇɴ2025 #alohaoregon #grandmashalloweenhouse #localnewsmatters #halloweenfun #october #beavertonoregon #washingtoncountyor #washingtoncountyoregon
Video Report: Grandma's Halloween House Delights Visitors
Watch the video tour of the walk-through Halloween spectacle in Aloha
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October 24, 2025 at 10:13 PM
Our story about our first-hand coverage of local "No Kings" rallies is out.

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#localnewsmatters #nokingsprotest #WashingtonCountyOR #washingtoncountyoregon #beavertonoregon #NoKings #Community #Oregon #alohafreepress
Washington County Turns Out in the Thousands for "No Kings" Rallies
Hear what locals had to say about why they spent their Saturday protesting
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October 21, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Thousands of people attended No Kings protests in Washington county on Saturday, October 18. The Aloha Free Press spent the afternoon covering two No Kings protests in the area.

After some rest, I will work on an article for this next week. Stay tuned.
October 19, 2025 at 2:05 AM
Community sources say there has been an increase in ICE activity this week in the county.

To learn more about how to get help for community members if ICE is in one's neighborhood or business, community members can visit the Portland Immigrant Rights Coalition website.
October 16, 2025 at 12:26 AM
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October 15, 2025 at 9:43 PM
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October 13, 2025 at 2:15 PM
The Aloha Free Press hit the 200 subscribers mark -- and it's still rising.

Thank you for reading, sharing, and supporting this locally focus effort.

Keep it up, gang!
October 11, 2025 at 1:24 AM