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2 weeks ago

Van Zandt Community Hall reopens after renovations

The South Fork community is celebrating its return ahead of the hall's 100th anniversary this summer.

2 weeks ago

Winter weather advisory issued for North Cascades through Sunday morning

Mount Baker and other higher elevation areas are expected to get 4 to 6 inches of snow.

2 weeks ago

Bellingham City Council to vote on grant award for police dept

A public safety bill signed into law last year created the grant program.

2 weeks ago

Trump says China will buy 200 planes from Boeing, with a possibility of expanding the deal to 750

The White House has not released details of the deal, and the company itself has not commented.

2 weeks ago

Federal funds come to Washington state for flood recovery, COVID-19 reimbursement

The funds will be used to help homeowners whose properties are eligible for buyouts in flood-prone regions.

2 weeks ago

B.C. men accused of smuggling Vietnamese nationals into Bellingham

If convicted, the men could face up to 10 years in prison and a $250,000 fine.

2 weeks ago

Adjudication workshop scheduled in Skagit County

Some Skagit County residents are affected by the water adjudication for the Nooksack watershed.

2 weeks ago

WTA ending long-term bus passes ahead of major fare changes in fall

Friday, May 15, is the final day to buy WTA's 92-day passes.

2 weeks ago

Man arrested following fatal crash east of Ferndale

The suspect was booked into the Whatcom County Jail on six separate charges without bail.

2 weeks ago

New ferry district in Whatcom County established

A proposed tax levy to fund the Whatcom Chief's operation will be voted on in late July, with residents encouraged to weigh in ahead of the vote.

2 weeks ago

Lifestyle Lookout: Severance, a magic show, Blaine Spring Party and more

Don’t let a little wet weather put a damper on your weekend plans. We have a ton of fun events to check out in this week’s Lifestyle Lookout.

2 weeks ago

Backcountry Essentials celebrates 20 years in business

With summer just around the bend, it is a great opportunity to stock up on all your outdoor gear to safely hit the trails or get your winter gear ready for storage.  

3 weeks ago

WSDOT targets 4th of July reopening for North Cascades Highway as repairs continue

Crews are conducting around the clock emergency repairs on two separate stretches of the highway.

3 weeks ago

Birch Bay Waterslides listed for sale after announced closure

Listing agent Patrick Starr notes that future owners could capitalize on expanding into the nearly 14.5 acres of space.

3 weeks ago

Whatcom County Council approves framework for new jail

The vote concludes two weeks of debate centered around balancing the size of the jail with long-term commitments to fund behavioral health services.

3 weeks ago

Tiffany DeSimone takes over as Port Executive Director

DeSimone had been serving as the interim Director since last summer, when the port parted ways with former director Rob Fix.

3 weeks ago

BRIEF: 84th Plowing Match canceled following sudden death of repeat champion

Memorial services for Craig Shagren have yet to be announced.

3 weeks ago

New exhibit highlights talent of Ferndale art students

A special opening day event runs from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursday, May 14 at It's About Time Cultural Arts Center.

3 weeks ago

Seattle finalizes $4 billion relicensing agreement on Skagit River dams

The dams supply about 20% of Seattle's electricity.

3 weeks ago

Whatcom County warns of significant service reductions ahead of budget planning process

The county's budget shortfall is currently tabbed at $14 million by 2028.

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3 days ago in Sports, Trending

MLB owners have proposed a salary cap for the first time since baseball’s 1994-95 strike

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3 days ago in Business, Community Events, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local

Downtown Sounds unveils 2026 summer lineup

The five-week concert series starts on July 8 with an emphasis on Bellingham musicians.

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Lifestyle Lookout: Shoestring Circus, Roller Derby, Bells Fundraiser and live music

For those who want to get out and enjoy the bounty of our county this weekend, we have a ton of fun events for you in this week’s Lifestyle Lookout.

4 days ago in Entertainment, Trending

Matthew Perry’s assistant gets more than 3 years in prison for central role in his ketamine death

Matthew Perry's live-in personal assistant, who had a central role in the "Friends" star's descent into ketamine addiction and injected him with the fatal dose of the drug, was sentenced Wednesday to three years and five months in prison.

4 days ago in Entertainment, Music

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