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2 weeks ago

Whatcom County alerts residents of baby formula recall linked to botulism

Anyone who bought the recalled formula should throw it away or return it to where they bought it from, while sanitizing any items or surfaces it may have come into contact with.

2 weeks ago

Lifestyle Lookout: Holiday shopping, a local play and live music this weekend in Whatcom County

Get a head start on your holiday shopping or see some live music this weekend at one of these events in Whatcom County.

2 weeks ago

Heimy Gonzalez and Oscar Quintero: Cof&

People can find high quality, fair-trade, single origin coffee at Colombian cafe Cof& in Bellingham. The couple that got the business off the ground are also hoping to share their culture with the people of the Pacific Northwest and beyond.

2 weeks ago

Chance to view northern lights over Whatcom County tonight, cloudy weather permitting

Cloudy and rainy conditions are expected to continue in Whatcom County tonight, but some partial visibility may be on the menu for some county residents.

2 weeks ago

City of Bellingham opens design submissions for new waterfront skatepark

They're hoping to have a completed design by early 2026, but there's no estimated opening date for the park yet. 

2 weeks ago

Bellewood Farms announces opportunity for photos with Santa

WHATCOM COUNTY, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – Thanksgiving is still two weeks away but it’s not too early to start planning this…

2 weeks ago

Sew Inspired Fabrics announces opening date for new Bellingham fabric store

The Fairhaven shop will be located on Harris Avenue and will cater to eco-conscious sewing needs as well as education and community for sewists in Bellingham.

2 weeks ago

Veterans Day events in Whatcom County happening this week

According to the Whatcom County Veterans Program, there are over 13,800 veterans in the county. 

2 weeks ago

Bellingham International Airport sees flight cancellations due to government shutdown

The Port of Bellingham is urging anyone flying out of BLI to check their flight status online before they head to the airport. 

2 weeks ago

Farmers’ Almanac says it will cease publication after 208 years, citing financial challenges

A 208-year-old publication that farmers, gardeners and others keen to predict the weather have relied on for guidance will be publishing for the final time.

2 weeks ago

Lifestyle Lookout: Twelfth Night, Holiday Bazaar, Nordic Fest and live music

KGMI's Adam Smith helps you plot a course for fun in Whatcom County this weekend.

3 weeks ago

“FEED THE NEED” Food Bank Fund Drive – Featuring the DeWaard & Bode $200,000 Community Match Challenge

 Now through November 30th, DeWaard & Bode will match every donation—dollar for dollar—up to $100,000—to support local food banks in Whatcom, Skagit, San Juan and Island Counties.

3 weeks ago

Peloton recalls nearly 878,000 exercise bikes after several seat posts break

Peloton is recalling nearly 878,000 of its exercise bikes across the U.S. and Canada because the products' seat posts can break during use, posing fall hazards.

3 weeks ago

Wind advisory issued for western Whatcom, Skagit Counties

Wind gusts could reach as high as 40 mph throughout western Whatcom County.

3 weeks ago

Thanksgrilling recipes and how to do it right

Wildfire Outdoor Living reports on Thanksgrilling, blending Thanksgiving and grilling. It offers menu ideas, cooking tips, and recipes for a flavorful celebration.

3 weeks ago

Whatcom County breweries win big at 2025 Washington Beer Awards

Kulshan Brewing, North Fork Brewery, Beach Cat Brewing and more Whatcom County favorites took home hardware this year.

3 weeks ago

How to Prevent Unwanted Birds Near Your Home in Whatcom County

While birds are a welcome sight for many homeowners, certain species can create problems when they nest too close to…

3 weeks ago

Rain and wind gusts are back in the forecast this week for Bellingham

Light snow is in the forecast starting on Tuesday through Sunday in the Cascades above 1500 ft. 

3 weeks ago

Twin Sisters Creamery urges customers to discard cheese amidst E. coli outbreak

The company says it's identified which specific batches were affected by the outbreak but says it's impossible to determine which batch people may have purchased at a retail store.

3 weeks ago

How to Keep Your Heating Bills Lower This Winter in Whatcom County

As temperatures drop across Whatcom County, homeowners are firing up their furnaces — and often seeing their energy bills climb.…

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