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3 weeks ago

Whatcom County offering free flu, COVID-19 vaccines

The RSV vaccine is also available to anyone interested based on age and health needs.

3 weeks ago

Whatcom County to lift burn ban for unincorporated areas Thursday

Recent wet weather has helped increase fuel moisture levels on the ground.

3 weeks ago

Bellingham Bay closed for recreational shellfish harvesting

The closure includes Chuckanut Bay and all of Larrabee State Park.

3 weeks ago

BPS to move forward with closures of Carl Cozier and Columbia for 2027-28 school year

The decision is still pending final approval from the school board.

3 weeks ago

Magnitude 4.2 earthquake felt across Puget Sound region

More than 5,100 people reported feeling the Tuesday afternoon quake.

3 weeks ago

Bellingham ordinance clarifies impounding, long-term parking rules

The ordinance takes effect in November.

3 weeks ago

Kratom ban passed by Bellingham City Council

Possession and use of the stimulant is still allowed.

3 weeks ago

Capsized kayaker rescued near Orcas Island

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

3 weeks ago

WA settles monopoly suit against pesticide giant over loyalty programs

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

3 weeks 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 weeks 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 weeks ago

See the festivities of SeaFeast 2026 | Photos

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

3 weeks 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 weeks 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 weeks 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

4 weeks 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.

4 weeks 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.

4 weeks 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.

4 weeks 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.

4 weeks 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.

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