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6 days ago
State officials voice concerns over harassment of signature gatherers
Conservative political action committee Let's Go Washington says its group has been the target of harassment, vandalism and theft while gathering signatures for its two new initiatives.
6 days ago
Whatcom County warns of potential listeria contamination in ready-to-eat meals
Anyone who may have the affected products in their fridge or freezer should throw it away or return it to where they bought it.
6 days ago
Local authorities search for missing U.S. citizen last seen near Canadian border
Anyone who may have seen him over the past two years is asked to contact White Rock RCMP.
1 week ago
Whatcom County approves lease for severe weather shelter
County Health and Community Services adds that they're still hiring on-call shelter attendants, including lead positions.
1 week ago
Lynden City Council considers sales tax increase ordinance
If approved by the council, Lynden's expected fiscal impact would be up to $400,000 in a year and the tax would go into effect in January.
1 week ago
Port of Bellingham plans to boost economy in Point Roberts
Port staff will present the strategy to a community advisory committee in Point Roberts on Oct. 16 before getting feedback from residents.
1 week ago
Whatcom County farm reaches settlement over illegal irrigation allegations
As part of the agreement, the farm will install telemetric water meters that will allow Ecology to monitor the site and make sure RAN doesn't have any more violations.
1 week ago
Ferndale Halloween home decorating contest returns
Participants have until Oct. 20 to register, and voting opens on Oct. 24.
1 week ago
Sustainable Connections co-founder, Executive Director announces resignation
Long saw an expansion of the organization during his tenure, working in a variety of sectors within Whatcom County.
1 week ago
New details emerge following break-in into state capitol building
The Capitol building is back open to the public, but certain spaces are closed off as the damage starts to get repaired.
1 week ago
Lummi health officials warn community of dangerous drugs following multiple overdoses
The center says Narcan alone was not enough, and the response required ongoing breathing support.
1 week ago
New sales tax funding public safety services takes effect in Bellingham next year
Starting on Jan. 1, 2026, it will add a dime to a $100 purchase.
1 week ago
Bellingham drivers could see speed limit changes in the near future
Using a program to evaluate areas with high collision rates and certain types of structures, Public Works is recommending lower speed limits in many locations in the city.
1 week ago
Whatcom County alerts public of listeria outbreak in ‘Hello Fresh’ meals
WCHCS is urging residents that have the items to not consume them and either throw them away or return them to the company.
1 week ago
Skagit County cold case revisited by coroner’s office this week
The state Anthropologist and the King County Medical Examiner will be consulted to determine the best course of action for testing after the remains are disinterred.
1 week ago
Ferndale City Council opposes citizen initiative on November ballot
The council's resolution to oppose says banning those fees would hurt small landlords and could make it harder for them to perform key services, such as timely maintenance and safety measures.
1 week ago
Whatcom County sees largest drop in home prices since 2023
WHATCOM COUNTY, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – Home sale prices in Whatcom County saw their biggest drop in two years over the…
1 week ago
Skagit County dairy worker pleads guilty to workers compensation fraud
The worker collected benefits off and on for several years following the injury to his neck and back, however the allegations of fraud apply to the last few years of that time.
1 week ago
Port of Bellingham moves forward with expanded projects in Fairhaven
BELLINGHAM, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – The Port of Bellingham is moving forward with plans to expand its operations around one of…
1 week ago
Bloodworks NW hosts blood drive at Civic Field in Bellingham
They'll be accepting blood donations of any type, but they're urgently in need of type O blood.
