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Avoid breathing fireworks smoke when celebrating the Fourth of July
WHATCOM COUNTY, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – July marks the 250th “birthday” of the United States of America, and chances are good that…
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Odorous house ants and you: Part of life, but not unsolvable
Odorous house ants are difficult to remove from homes once their colony has become established.
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Washington’s gas tax to rise 2% starting July 1
Drivers in the state will now pay about 75 cents per gallon in state and federal taxes.
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WA Cares Fund benefits available on July 1 for long-term care support
Most workers in Washington have been paying 0.58% of their paychecks into the fund since 2023.
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Latest water supply update paints murky future for drought conditions in Washington
The state is on track for its third warmest water year on record.
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Thousands of state residents affected in data breach by former DSHS employee
The compromised information included names, dates of birth and social security numbers among other personal information.
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Bellingham hosting watch parties for US knockout match Wednesday
The official Fan Zone watch party at the waterfront starts at 1 p.m. with a Seattle-hosted match before the U.S. plays at 5.
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Proposed standards on compost contamination seeks public feedback
The department wants to get ahead what they expect will be a great increase in compostable materials over the next decade.
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AG Nick Brown joins coalition to combat new Medicaid work requirements
The coalition has filed a lawsuit in response to federal changes that would restrict healthcare access.
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South Whatcom Fire Authority to limit emergency response outside jurisdiction
Response times could rise around Lake Whatcom, Lookout Mountain, Chuckanut Mountain and parts of Galbraith Mountain.
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Affordable housing development opens for families near Bellis Fair Mall
Additional housing for seniors will be available when Phase 2 of the project ends in spring 2027.
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New state laws taking effect July 1
Changes to some state tax codes and a boost to some retirement accounts are among the new measures.
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Signatures submitted for rental price fixing initiative in Bellingham
If the signatures are verified, the initiative would be placed on the November general election ballot.
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What does the World Cup mean for Emergency Management? | Contributed
Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office Division of Emergency Management (DEM) staff have been working since January 2025 to help ensure the World Cup tournament goes off without a hitch.
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James Street closure in King Mountain extended through July 10
Crews have encountered some unexpected challenges while completing work for a new multi-use trail.
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Lane reductions expected due to paving in Sumas
A few stretches of Hwy 9 need dry weather for the paving work to be completed.
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Average gas prices in Whatcom County fall below five dollar mark
It marks the first time the county has dropped below five dollars per gallon since mid-March.
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Fish passage work beginning on Hwy 9 in Skagit County
One detour route could add up to 25 miles for some commutes.
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Judge rules in favor of WA, blocks Trump administration from tightening mail-in voting
The president's executive order requiring states to provide voter registration lists to the federal government was ruled unconstitutional.
2 weeks ago
Ecology issues asbestos reminder near Sumas Mountain
Recreationists are urged not to disturb any creek beds or sediment piles in the area.
