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3 weeks ago
Whatcom County Council to discuss possibility of merging some local fire districts
An outside consultant recommended consolidating Fire Districts 7 and 17, as well as District 18 and the South Whatcom Fire Authority.
3 weeks ago
Ongoing government shutdown could impact healthcare of thousands of Washington residents
Open enrollment for 2026 begins on Nov. 1 through the Washington Healthplanfinder.
3 weeks ago
Orcas Island woman released from Israeli detention facility following Gaza aid flotilla
Israel's military intercepted the flotilla and detained its members on Oct. 1.
3 weeks ago
Utility rates for Bellingham residents to increase in 2026
On average, water customers will see an average increase of 13.5%, with additional increases planned in the coming years.
3 weeks ago
Two people fined for ‘probates for profit’ scheme in Skagit County
The two collected unjustified commissions on estate homes behind the backs of families of deceased strangers.
3 weeks ago
Lynden City Council approves new sales tax starting January
The city projects the tax will raise up to $400,000 in revenue next year.
3 weeks ago
Ballots to be mailed out to Whatcom County voters starting Oct. 15
Voters will decide on a state constitutional amendment, local initiatives, numerous council races on the city and county levels, school district directors and a Port of Bellingham seat.
3 weeks ago
Lummi Nation celebrates Indigenous People’s Day
The night's festivities will center around weaving the past, present and future.
3 weeks ago
Skagit County Planning Commission seeks public input on proposed agritourism policies
The planning commission is scheduled to make a decision on the proposed changes on Nov. 18.
3 weeks ago
Blaine man sentenced to over 15 years in prison for assaulting former partner
The man will not be allowed to make contact with the woman after he's released from prison.
3 weeks ago
Cooler temperatures bring frost into Whatcom County’s forecast this week
About 2-4 inches of snow is expected in the higher elevations of the North Cascades through Monday night.
4 weeks ago
Dept. of Health receives second round of funding for food assistance program in Washington
The DOH is advising program users that some WIC officers may temporarily close as a result of the shutdown.
4 weeks ago
Overnight lane closures set for I-5 in Ferndale through Oct. 17
The work is part of a project to improve a 10-mile stretch of the highway between Blaine and the Nooksack River.
4 weeks ago
Cooler temperatures bring snow into North Cascades forecast
The weather could also make for a windy few days in Whatcom County, with coastal winds reaching up to 35 mph.
4 weeks ago
Western Washington University sees drop in enrollment
That's roughly 300 less than last year's incoming class, marking the third straight fall of declining enrollment following a post-pandemic surge.
4 weeks 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.
4 weeks 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.
4 weeks 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.
4 weeks 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.
4 weeks 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.
