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3 weeks ago
Local poetry contest accepting submissions from Whatcom residents
The top ten poems selected will be engraved on plaques installed outside the front of the Bellingham Public Library.
3 weeks ago
Whatcom County secures nearly $4 million in recovery funds from November 2021 flooding
The funds will elevate 16 properties in Sumas, Ferndale and Everson.
3 weeks ago
Gusty winds in Whatcom and Skagit counties could cause power outages
Ferry sailings out of Anacortes could also be either delayed or canceled by the high winds.
3 weeks ago
State sues Department of Education over new requirements for college admissions survey data
The department is seeking to enforce a Supreme Court ruling that says race cannot be used as a factor in admissions.
3 weeks ago
State bill establishing oversight board for sheriffs passes legislature
Editor’s note: An earlier version said the bill passed the legislature after the House vote. The story has since been…
3 weeks ago
City of Bellingham to host “Ask Us Anything” event at cruise terminal
Mayor Kim Lund and her staff will be prepared to take questions regarding current projects and some of the city's top priorities.
3 weeks ago
Man hospitalized following suspected accidental shooting in Ferndale
A witness says he accidentally shot himself in the leg when he tried to take his gun out of its holster.
3 weeks ago
House passes millionaires tax in Washington, sparks prolonged debate in Olympia
The bill now heads to the Senate for a final vote before it heads to Gov. Ferguson's desk.
3 weeks ago
New municipal court judge appointed in Bellingham
Nicholas Henery will begin his term on March 16.
3 weeks ago
UPDATE: Anacortes Police release new details in shooting case that left two dead
Police say there is no threat to the public at this time.
3 weeks ago
Heavy mountain snow expected to make travel very difficult in Whatcom, Skagit counties this week
The National Weather Service has issued several weather advisories, including a blizzard warning.
3 weeks ago
Deadline to submit water adjudication paperwork extended until 2027, more assistance offered
Whatcom County says 25% of impacted water users haven't received claim forms.
3 weeks ago
UPDATED: All lanes open on I-5 following a collision near Northwest Avenue
Expect delays in the area, and there is no estimated time for reopening.
3 weeks ago
Gas prices continue to climb in Whatcom County
Whatcom County's average is on par with the state average of $4.63.
3 weeks ago
New survey shows Bellingham property manager reactions to changing regulations
City staff recommends conducting a similar survey later this year.
3 weeks ago
WTA seeks public feedback on proposed upgrades to speed up service
The agency is aiming to increase the frequency of its Go Line service from every 15 minutes to every 10.
3 weeks ago
Proposed millionaire’s tax receives greenlight from Washington governor
The bill is scheduled for a second reading in the House as of March 6.
3 weeks ago
Rain, snow in the forecast for Whatcom County this week
Forecasters are warning of increased avalanche danger later this week in the Cascades.
3 weeks ago
Three-week outage of Whatcom Chief to begin in late April
Shuttle services won't be provided on Lummi Island during the annual dry dock outage.
3 weeks ago
Three Whatcom County basketball teams bring home state titles
The Lynden girls, Lynden Christian boys and Lummi Nation boys are all state champions.
