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Just over 1,600 water users have filed for adjudication in Whatcom County
The deadline to file is on May 1.
3 weeks ago
CHS Northwest to sell True Value hardware store in Lynden
The announcement was made in a filing with the state Employment Security Department on Wednesday.
3 weeks ago
Motorcyclist killed following crash near Silver Reef Casino in Ferndale
The Whatcom County Sheriff's Office's investigation into the collision is ongoing.
3 weeks ago
Whatcom County to host additional water adjudication informational events
Public Works will also host two evening workshops, featuring presentations and opportunities to ask questions.
3 weeks ago
Whatcom County unemployment rate ticks up with seasonal shift
The county's jobless rate still remained slightly below the state's.
3 weeks ago
New behavioral care center likely to be built in Bellingham, accessible to broader community
Construction of the facility is expected to begin in spring 2027.
3 weeks ago
PeaceHealth lists former St. Luke’s Hospital in Bellingham for sale
The properties combined have a 2025 market valuation of over $18 million according to the assessor.
3 weeks ago
Burn ban cancelled in Columbia Valley area
Air quality has improved, but NWCAA is still asking residents to limit indoor burning to help avoid another ban in the future.
3 weeks ago
‘A win-win’: Whatcom County Council mulls purchase of WWU property
The prospective takeover would include selling the WWU property assessed at roughly an $8 million value to the county, allowing the university to continue operations on the second floor of the building for the next two years.
3 weeks ago
Lynden man in custody for allegedly forcing child to inhale methamphetamine
The incident occurred at the WTA Bus Station on Cordata Parkway earlier this month.
3 weeks ago
Rick Rizzs to retire as radio voice of the Mariners after 2026 season
Rizzs is coming up on his 41st season as the M's broadcaster, the most in team history.
3 weeks ago
Crews clear culvert on Mount Baker Highway, I-5 northbound reduced to single lane for repairs this week
WSDOT says drivers should expect delays on that stretch of I-5 on Wednesday morning.
3 weeks ago
PHOTOS: Fire & Story, Bellingham Folk Fest brings together music, arts and community
Downtown Bellingham came alive with music over the weekend of Jan. 23 with Paper Whale’s Fire & Story coinciding with…
3 weeks ago
Two separate Whatcom County murder trials begin in January
36-year-old Alexander Vanags and 67-year-old Lynda Mercy are each facing second degree murder charges.
3 weeks ago
Bellingham’s ‘Homeschool BBQ’ announces upcoming closure
The owners described the news as "sad yet exciting" in the announcement, adding that the past three years have been a "wonderful experience."
3 weeks ago
Signatures verified for state initiative seeking to reestablish “Parents’ Bill of Rights”
Let's Go Washington now has two initiatives that are likely to head to voters in November.
3 weeks ago
Washington state mulls over proposed kratom tax
Proceeds from the tax would go to a youth harmful substance prevention account, targeting underage abuse of kratom and nicotine products.
3 weeks ago
State officials discuss legality of homegrown cannabis in Washington state
SB 6204 would allow residents over the age of 21 in the state to grow cannabis in their private residence, limiting cultivation to 15 plants per space.
3 weeks ago
Gov. Ferguson criticizes nationwide ICE operations, outlines response plan in Washington
The governor says he does not have the authority to stop ICE from coming into the state.
3 weeks ago
Crews begin emergency repairs on SR 20 in Skagit County
A portion of the highway near Marblemount has been closed since suffering damage from December's historic flooding.
