Lifestyle
5 hours ago
Bellingham lifts total burn ban
Backyard bonfires are allowed once more inside the city. The city is still reminding people to exercise caution when setting fires.
5 hours ago
25 years later: The Pacific Northwest unites at the border to remember 9/11 | Contributed
A memorial at Peace Arch Park brought together military members, first responders, local officials and community members to remember the events from 25 years ago.
8 hours ago
Upgraded Amtrak Cascade fleet to begin service on Sept. 30
The new generation of trains boast an increased seating capacity and other upgrades to the passenger experience.
14 hours ago
In an age of instant answers, educators say there’s a case for letting kids struggle a little
When children forget their lunch, can't solve a math problem or don't know how to get somewhere, the instinct for parents can be to step in immediately. But sometimes, the problem is an opportunity.
1 day ago
Burn ban downgraded in Whatcom County
Bellingham's total burn ban is still in effect. Be sure to check the local municipality's rules before starting any fires.
1 day ago
State approves 22% average rate increase for individual health insurance in 2027
The rate hike affects nearly 250,000 Washingtonians who don't receive coverage through their employer.
1 day ago
Whatcom Chief to depart for annual dry dock outage on Saturday
There will be pedestrian-only ferry service between Lummi Island and Gooseberry Point until early October.
1 day ago
Dragon Improv, Oktoberfest at Trackside, Lynden Whiskey Event and more | Lifestyle Lookout
Football is on the television, sweaters are coming off the hangers, and October is approaching fast. We have a bunch of fun events for you in this week’s Lifestyle Lookout.
2 days ago
Girl Scouts’ first cookies for dogs will go on sale in January
Man's best friend is getting some love from the Girl Scouts. Girl Scouts of the USA said Tuesday its first cookies for dogs will go on sale in January.
2 days ago
New Apple CEO unveils latest iPhone lineup, including a foldable model called Duo
Apple on Wednesday unveiled its latest generation of iPhones, including a widely anticipated foldable version called Duo.
2 days ago
Amber Morrison: Bellingham Flower Farm
Since 2019, Bellingham Flower Farm has grown their operations on a farm in Everson, offering blooms as well as events for community members to be amongst the flowers.
2 days ago
Canadians, Americans to gather at Peace Arch for 9/11 commemoration
The annual cross-border event honors those killed in the attacks and those who responded.
3 days ago
Families’ interest in their kids’ education is falling around the globe as scores drop, test shows
Families' interest in their kids' education is falling in many high-income countries as school systems struggle with plunging test scores, according to newly released results from a standardized test taken by 15-year-olds around the world.
3 days ago
Larrabee State Park begins a major water system overhaul
Aging water lines at Washington's oldest park will be replaced in a project running through May 2027.
3 days ago
Three more Bellingham businesses to close in September
Rising labor costs, retirement and lease increases were all factors in the respective announcements.
7 days ago
Trail renamed to honor Whatcom conservationist
The new name was approved by the county council on Aug. 11.
1 week ago
Nod if you’ve heard this: Bobblehead dolls are an American favorite
Any head can bobble - entertainers, athletes, politicians, animals, fictional characters, even your own if you get one personalized. Kitschy, kind of funny, kind of clever, ubiquitous as giveaways at places like baseball games, who doesn't love a bobblehead? America most definitely does.
1 week ago
Program for disabled children’s families seeking additional funding after budget cut
In Whatcom County, Parent to Parent assisted nearly 1,800 parents and caregivers and relies on 100 trained volunteers.
1 week ago
Lummi Nation receives $7.5 million for new affordable housing development
The HUD grant will help build 20 homes on the southern end of the reservation.
1 week ago
Whatcom County Council to host series of community meetings
The community conversations with select councilmembers take place in Point Roberts and Bellingham over the coming weeks.
