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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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It’s Giving Tuesday — the perfect time to check out how to support organizations serving your community!

Here’s just some of the many local nonprofit organizations serving in the Aloha community.

Tag and tell us about your favorite local nonprofit to support in the comments!
December 2, 2025 at 5:27 PM
Local news helps bring communities together.

The Aloha Free Press is supported by readers like you.

Visit our Buy Me A Coffee donation page to be a part of providing home grown community reporting for Aloha and the surrounding neighborhoods.

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Thank you!
November 29, 2025 at 4:38 PM
November newsletter is out.

In this Issue:
- AFP News Stories - October 2025
- Community Notes
- In Other News… (Aloha news from other media outlets)
- December Community Calendar
- Editor’s Note:

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Aloha Free Press Newsletter: November 2025
“Some people care too much.
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November 29, 2025 at 12:38 AM
We'll be back in time to send out the monthly newsletter.

If you'd like to get the newsletter in your email, subscribe at alohafreepress.com.

Happy Thanksgiving.
November 25, 2025 at 3:22 PM
Pablo Guzman Santoyo was taken by ICE agents on November 18 in Aloha, Oregon on the Tualatin Valley Highway.

Pablo's daughter shares about what happened to her father, how his faith is making an impact, and why she believes his story is important to share.

full story: tr.ee/M7t4kW
'Get the F**k Away!': Armed ICE Agents Confront Bystander After Aloha Detention
Hear what the bystander who recorded the incident experienced and find out why the detainee's family believes his detention was an instance of racial profiling.
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November 24, 2025 at 6:26 PM
This week, on November 18, ICE detained a man traveling down the TV Hwy. The video taken by a bystander at the scene that unfolded in front of Aloha's Harvey the Rabbit has started trending online.

Read the full story: alohafreepress.substack.com/p/get-the-fk...
November 23, 2025 at 5:45 PM
Vendors with jewelry, handcrafted gifts, crocheted items, jams and more are available today (Nov 22) until 4 pm at the Christmas Market at Mt. Olivet Baptist Church on Kinnaman road.
November 22, 2025 at 6:47 PM
The Aloha Post Office on 185th Ave. has changed its PO Box Lobby hours. It is no longer accessible 24 hours.

New hours are:
Monday-Saturday, 6AM - 7PM
Closed on Sundays.

The letter taped to the post office door says the change was made due to safety concerns for customers and staff.
November 20, 2025 at 7:20 PM
Don't forget to stock up on books and food this week in preparation for the week-long closure of the library for maintenance.
November 18, 2025 at 12:27 AM
Watch our Latest Video Report on the 2026 Changes in Aloha's Water Supply.

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Water District Shares Details About Aloha's Anticipated New Water Supply
Find out why the new supply has affected water rates and how it will impact Aloha's future water needs.
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November 17, 2025 at 9:26 PM
The WARN notice indicates 41 layoffs will occur at the Aloha Intel campus.

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Intel will cut another 669 workers in Oregon by the end of 2025
On Thursday, global semiconductor firm Intel told state officials it was laying off another 669 workers from its facilities in Hillsboro and Aloha before the end of the year.
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November 15, 2025 at 4:11 PM
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