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2 days ago
Lynden public school teachers vote to authorize strike
The strike would begin on Oct. 28 if the union and Lynden School District can't finalize a new contract by then.
6 days ago
Machete-wielding woman arrested after disturbance at Bellingham clinic
Police say a clinic employee was threatened with a machete and a second person was injured.
6 days ago
Roadwork scheduled for Mount Baker Highway, I-5, downtown Bellingham
"Road work ahead"? Uh... yeah. I sure hope it does.
6 days ago
Bellingham woman accused of manslaughter arrested in separate investigation into drug ring
Kim Ribble is scheduled to go to trial in early November for the overdose death of Ferndale resident Evan Parberry.
6 days ago
WA’s paid leave premium rate will increase to 1.2% in 2027
Paid family and medical leave benefits are mainly funded by employees.
6 days ago
Citizens panel looks to deny pay raise for Gov. Ferguson
Ferguson currently earns the 7th-highest annual salary of any U.S. governor.
6 days ago
Southern Resident Orca population numbers show promising increase
Researchers note that the K Pod reached a population milestone during the most recent census cycle.
6 days ago
Progress stalls on Lynden, Sumas border crossing upgrades
Funding for the upgrades was allocated by Congress in 2021.
6 days ago
Shellfish harvesting ban lifted for southern Whatcom County
Currently, no biotoxin closures or advisories are in effect for Whatcom County.
7 days ago
Air monitoring vans coming to Bellingham, Skagit County as part of statewide study
Researchers will collect neighborhood-by-neighborhood air-quality data in communities across the state.
7 days ago
Police searching for missing Lummi Nation teen last seen in Ferndale
It's the second time 13-year-old Victoria Mervine has been reported missing in the past month.
7 days ago
PeaceHealth’s chief executive in Whatcom County announces retirement
Chuck Prosper was critical to the ongoing expansion of St. Joseph Medical Center in Bellingham.
7 days ago
Grand jury indicts Bellingham resident accused of assisting in B.C. school shooting
30-year-old Melody Bryant has not yet entered a plea and, if convicted, faces up to life in prison.
7 days ago
Pumpkin patches, Sippin’ on Cider Festival, standup comedy and live music | Lifestyle Lookout
Pumpkins, apples, standup comedy, live music and more. We have it all for you in this week’s Lifestyle Lookout.
2 weeks ago
Deming Oktoberfest, Celtic Festival, Harvest Festival and live music | Lifestyle Lookout
If you want to celebrate the fall season, Celtic music, German heritage or all of the above, we have you covered in this week’s Lifestyle Lookout.
2 weeks ago
Summer real estate report shows change in market for retail, property
Downtown Bellingham retail vacancies rose as county-wide property sales slowed slightly over the summer.
2 weeks ago
Thurston County judge rules against new sheriffs law
The state plans to appeal the ruling, which removes a requirement that sheriffs need at least five years of law enforcement experience.
2 weeks ago
Gas prices fall nine cents over past week in Whatcom County
Analysts attribute the nation-wide drop at the pump to rising oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz.
2 weeks ago
Bellingham Public Schools hosting group discussions on school closures
The closures are not finalized until voted on by the school board.
2 weeks ago
WSF crew shortage impacts sailings throughout Puget Sound
Crewmembers recently called on the governor to address burnout and wage gaps.
