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1 week ago
Fall weather returns to Whatcom County ahead of weekend
Forecasters expect moderate rain and breezy winds through Friday evening.
1 week ago
Executive Satpal Sidhu: Reflecting on two terms as Whatcom County’s leader
My Bellingham Now’s Jason Upton spoke with Sidhu to look back on his tenure, reflect on his accomplishments and challenges along the way and look ahead for some of the implications of this current budget process.
1 week ago
Bellingham Cider Company acquires Lost Giants
Recipes, branding and employees will remain the same as the companies merge their taprooms.
1 week ago
Drivers to expect delays, overnight street closure in downtown Bellingham
Heavy pedestrian traffic from WWU's First Night Out event and a late-night film shoot are expected to impact travel in downtown Bellingham.
1 week ago
Two public hearings to focus on potential PSE rate increases
If PSE's request is granted, the average residential electric customer could see their monthly bill rise by $28 in 2027.
1 week ago
Federal lawsuit over voter data in Washington dismissed
The DOJ demanded states hand over private voter information last September.
1 week ago
Whatcom County departments outline potential changes in light of budget recommendations
Sheriff Donnell Tanksley voiced his displeasure with looming cuts of patrol deputies.
1 week ago
Vancouver Island wildfire sends smoke into Whatcom, San Juan Counties
The fire was discovered over the weekend and has burned hundreds of acres.
1 week ago
WWU achieves top spot in new regional school ranking
The university was also recognized for its accessibility to veterans and ranked well in comparison to other schools in the western U.S.
1 week ago
Missing person alert issued for teen last seen in Ferndale
Anyone with information regarding Mervine is asked to contact 911 or Lummi Police.
1 week ago
Bellingham joins lawsuit against Trump Administration over grant requirements
The city claims grant funds are illegally hinging on its compliance with the president's political agenda.
1 week ago
Social media speculation prompts statement from Bellingham Public Schools
Concerns over school closures and building tours led to Tuesday's statement.
1 week ago
Generic medication settlement to benefit WA residents, businesses
Lawsuits have accused several companies of artificially inflating generic medication prices.
1 week ago
Whatcom County’s unemployment rate rises nearly a full a percentage point in August
The spike came as the increase in unemployed residents outpaced the county's job gains.
1 week ago
State DNR waives access fees for Public Lands Day
It's one of 12 annual free days at State Parks and lands managed by DNR and WDFW.
1 week ago
State Street to close for filming a major motion picture
The movie has not been named, though several casting calls for extras have become active.
1 week ago
New preschool sites coming to Whatcom County schools
Low-income families could be eligible for free preschool in Lynden, Ferndale and Blaine.
1 week ago
Diesel prices reach all-time record in Whatcom County
They also set records at the state and national level, while the price of regular gas has remained stable over the past week.
1 week ago
Second hiker found dead on trail in Skagit County
The recovery operation was conducted less than 24 hours after another hiker's body was found off the same trail.
1 week ago
Man arrested in connection to Skagit County robbery
A second suspect has not yet been located.
