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2 weeks ago
With the right preparation, international trips with babies are possible and even fun
Traveling with babies and toddlers can be daunting for parents. Questions about air travel, what to pack and safety are often top of mind, especially on long-distance flights and international trips.
2 weeks ago
Know before you go: Bag checks now required at NW WA Fair
Outside food and beverages are still allowed at the fair, though items like weapons, alcohol and explosives are prohibited.
2 weeks ago
What’s Emergency Management? (And why should you care?) | Contributed
Gov. Bob Ferguson has declared late last month that August is Emergency Management Awareness Month in Washington state.
2 weeks ago
SBA offering low-interest loans for businesses impacted by spring freeze
Small businesses, private nonprofits and faith-based organizations from Whatcom and Skagit counties are eligible to apply.
2 weeks ago
Air quality improves across much of Whatcom County on Thursday
The air was unhealthy for sensitive groups in Sumas, Nooksack, Kendall and Maple Falls in the afternoon.
2 weeks ago
Burn ban issued for city of Bellingham
Dry conditions and elevated fire risks led to the ban, which includes recreational fires and fire pits.
2 weeks ago
Skagit County Fair, mountain biking, outdoor cinema, live music and more | Lifestyle Lookout
BELLINGHAM, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – Wildfire smoke is clearing out of our area just in time to enjoy a gorgeous weekend.…
2 weeks ago
Air quality dips further in greater parts of Whatcom County
Everson, Kendall and Maple Falls have reached "hazardous" levels.
2 weeks ago
Gene-edited beagles may offer a future option for people with dog allergies
Matt Walker couldn't pet a dog without sneezing — until he and other scientists used a gene editing technique to produce a hypoallergenic beagle named Bailey.
3 weeks ago
A weekend in north Whatcom County: Sand castles and block party | Photos
Between a block party and sand sculpture competition, Whatcom County was rife with activity the first weekend of August.
3 weeks ago
Fishing closures are becoming routine as record heat warms rivers in the US West
Trout need cool water to survive, but record heat this summer has driven water temperatures to lethal levels for fish. Wildlife officials are banning fishing during certain hours on rivers and streams across the U.S. West, following an exceptionally dry winter and amid widespread drought.
3 weeks ago
School backpack overload: Heavy bags can strain kids’ bodies
Backpacks can be fashionable and functional, but they can also be too heavy — weighed down by digital devices, musical instruments, sports equipment and more. Some kids carry home a laptop or tablet and textbooks, too.
3 weeks ago
Avoid going viral by managing stinging pests safely | Sponsored
"It's cheaper to call a pest control company than it is to call 911."
3 weeks ago
Leave it: Dog trainers help pets avoid venomous snakes
The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals says as many as 150,000 dogs are bitten by venomous snakes each year in the United States. In the rattlesnake hot spot of Arizona, emergency veterinarian Dr. Sarah Carotenuto says the Veterinary Specialty Center of Tucson treats four to six dogs daily for rattlesnake bites, along with an occasional cat.
3 weeks ago
It’s never too early to prepare for the long winter ahead | Sponsored
Thinking early about temperature regulation in the home, both the hot and the cold, can make sure you know when would be the best time to install or upgrade your heating & cooling system.
3 weeks ago
What the dog days of summer can mean for your canine at home | Sponsored
These things can make a difference if you and your pet are struggling to cool down this summer
3 weeks ago
We can all take some simple actions to help reduce chances of ozone formation | Sponsored
Breathing in ozone can cause a range of health problems, especially for children, older adults and people with respiratory conditions.
3 weeks ago
AG’s Office secures settlement over hidden hotel booking fees
Four websites were accused of "pre-checking" a box to add the extra fees on reservations.
3 weeks ago
Lynden Heritage Museum launches fundraising campaign to stay open
Funding cuts, fire-related costs and rising expenses have forced the museum to reduce staff and hours amid its 50th anniversary
3 weeks ago
Tanning is getting hot again. Here’s what it really does to your skin
Experts are concerned about a resurgence in the popularity of tanning among young adults as social media has helped tanning in general make a comeback. A video of a girl sharing her "tanning secrets" and showing off a bikini tan line has racked up more than 11 million views, while people in the comments joke, "The earth probably won't last long anyway, I'd rather go out tan than pale."
