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2 days ago

Capsized kayaker rescued near Orcas Island

U.S. Coast Guard crews in Bellingham assisted with the rescue.

2 days ago

WA settles monopoly suit against pesticide giant over loyalty programs

Farmers could see lower pesticide prices following the proposed settlement with Corteva.

2 days ago

Sedro-Woolley man passes away over a month after SR 20 crash

The SUV driver, a 44-year-old woman from Concrete, was not injured.

3 days ago

Burn ban to lift for unincorporated Skagit County

Starting in October, residents will be permitted to burn on their property, though some stipulations remain.

3 days ago

See the festivities of SeaFeast 2026 | Photos

Check out the sights of this year's SeaFeast at Squalicum Harbor!

3 days ago

Bellingham introduces preliminary budget for 2027

The proposed budget would avoid any service or staff cuts, but hinges on future approval of a Regional Fire Authority from voters.

3 days ago

Wind advisory issued for Tuesday with more rain to come

Forecasters are warning residents to prepare for a few power outages due to tree limbs being blown down.

3 days ago

Part of Mount Baker Hwy to briefly close for winter prep

The road up to Artist Point will remain open; no seasonal closure date has been announced

6 days ago

Whatcom County-owned grader found damaged, sheriff’s office investigating

The grader is valued at roughly $250,000 and is believed to have been driven from its original location at Clark Pit.

6 days ago

Sedro-Woolley joins Mount Vernon in ending use of Flock cameras

A new state law has placed stricter regulations for the automated license plate reader system as it comes under increased public scrutiny.

6 days ago

Paving project halted near Everson as other Hwy 9 projects wrap

Two sections of the highway have reopened in Skagit County after bridge repair finished ahead of schedule and a culvert installation wrapped.

6 days ago

PDC dismisses campaign finance complaint against Let’s Go Washington

A state investigation found no evidence that the organization failed to report or expenditures tied to political influencer Brandi Kruse.

7 days ago

Road work expected to impact overnight, I-5 travel in Bellingham

Paving work will include a temporary on-ramp closure overnight and a weekend freeway lane closure. Part of Highway 9 near Everson will be closed until the weather dries up.

7 days ago

Paper Whale to open art space at former Public Market

Whatcom Transportation Authority purchased the former Base Camp location last year with plans to eventually create a new bus station at the Cornwall Avenue location.

7 days ago

SeaFeast, Oyster Run, apple picking and live music | Lifestyle Lookout

The first big rainstorm of fall is currently moving through Whatcom County, but the weather looks quite nice this weekend. We have a bunch of fun activities for you in this week's Lifestyle Lookout. 

1 week ago

Wanted: Retro tech enthusiasts and Ham radio trainees | Contributed

The sheriff’s office Auxiliary Communication Service offers classes throughout the year and hosts monthly opportunities to test for FCC Technician, General or Extra Class license.

1 week ago

Division Street Bridge in Mount Vernon targeted to reopen by Thanksgiving

The bridge will be fully closed to traffic for two weeks starting in November under the accelerated construction timeline.

1 week ago

Ecology commemorates 30 years since Bellingham Bay cleanup began

Two of the 12 sites have been completely cleaned up, while most of the other 10 are in progress.

1 week ago

Extra patrols announced ahead of Skagit motorcycle event

Recent data shows motorcycle fatalities have been on the decline.

1 week ago

Bellingham to hold public hearings on mayor’s salary, changes to contract signing

The two charter amendments will be on the November general election ballot.

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