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2 weeks ago
Car crash caused by medical issue kills Sumas man
The driver was the only person in the car at the time.
2 weeks ago
PeaceHealth to lay off 150 WA employees, including 17 in Bellingham
The organization could announce more layoffs as it prepares to outsource its IT services in November.
2 weeks ago
UPDATE: Missing Sauk Mountain hiker found dead
The 78-year-old was last seen near the top of the trail wearing a yellow shirt and hat.
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Emergency training drill planned for Bellingham Int’l Airport
The FAA requires all airports to conduct this training every three years.
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Whatcom County Council members to hold Q&A in Point Roberts
It comes amid a push to incorporate more feedback from exclave communities at the federal level.
2 weeks ago
WWU announces plans for new college, potential calendar change, AI regulation and more
President Sabah Randhawa gave several updates in his annual address on Thursday.
2 weeks ago
Road closures, lane reductions planned for Whatcom, Skagit
Drivers will see delays during school hours at Nooksack Valley HS early next week.
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Federal grant clears the way for new Lummi Island ferry
Whatcom County finalizes funding agreement to replace the 64-year-old Whatcom Chief and modernize ferry service.
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WA AG scores settlement deal with car loan company
The company had been accused of deceptive and aggressive loan practices.
2 weeks ago
RE Sources issues water quality alert at Lake Padden
Test results for potentially toxic algae are expected to be released in the coming days.
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WA Supreme Court strikes down voter-passed initiative
I-2066 was passed by 52% of voters in 2024.
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Drivers to see delays in downtown Ferndale on Friday
The city is doing utility work on a portion of Main Street as part of construction of the Civic Campus.
2 weeks ago
Salmon recovery funds coming to Whatcom, Skagit counties
Statewide, the Salmon Recovery Funding Board awarded $21.5 million for 75 projects.
2 weeks ago
Bellingham’s Northwest Licensing moving to Cordata location
The office will be next door to the local driver's licensing office.
2 weeks ago
Whatcom Water Week, Taste of Ferndale, SunnylandFest, live music and more | Lifestyle Lookout
The weather looks like it's going to be spectacular in Whatcom County this weekend. Enjoy!
2 weeks ago
Washington’s unemployment rate drops for second straight month
The decrease came despite the state ending three consecutive months of job growth.
2 weeks ago
Planned flaring could be visible at BP Cherry Point Refinery in coming weeks
BP says the work is routine maintenance and is not being made in response to an emergency.
2 weeks ago
Whatcom County Executive Sidhu won’t seek reelection in 2027
Satpal Sidhu made the announcement before introducing the biennium budget to the county council on Tuesday.
2 weeks ago
Two injured in black bear encounter near Bellingham
This marks the second human-black bear encounter in Whatcom County reported within the span of a month.
