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4 weeks ago

Port of Bellingham plans to boost economy in Point Roberts

Port staff will present the strategy to a community advisory committee in Point Roberts on Oct. 16 before getting feedback from residents.

4 weeks ago

Whatcom County farm reaches settlement over illegal irrigation allegations

As part of the agreement, the farm will install telemetric water meters that will allow Ecology to monitor the site and make sure RAN doesn't have any more violations.

4 weeks ago

Ferndale Halloween home decorating contest returns

Participants have until Oct. 20 to register, and voting opens on Oct. 24. 

4 weeks ago

Sustainable Connections co-founder, Executive Director announces resignation

Long saw an expansion of the organization during his tenure, working in a variety of sectors within Whatcom County.

4 weeks ago

New details emerge following break-in into state capitol building

The Capitol building is back open to the public, but certain spaces are closed off as the damage starts to get repaired. 

4 weeks ago

Lummi health officials warn community of dangerous drugs following multiple overdoses

The center says Narcan alone was not enough, and the response required ongoing breathing support.

4 weeks ago

New sales tax funding public safety services takes effect in Bellingham next year

Starting on Jan. 1, 2026, it will add a dime to a $100 purchase. 

4 weeks ago

Bellingham drivers could see speed limit changes in the near future

Using a program to evaluate areas with high collision rates and certain types of structures, Public Works is recommending lower speed limits in many locations in the city.

4 weeks ago

Whatcom County alerts public of listeria outbreak in ‘Hello Fresh’ meals

WCHCS is urging residents that have the items to not consume them and either throw them away or return them to the company.

4 weeks ago

Skagit County cold case revisited by coroner’s office this week

The state Anthropologist and the King County Medical Examiner will be consulted to determine the best course of action for testing after the remains are disinterred. 

4 weeks ago

Ferndale City Council opposes citizen initiative on November ballot

The council's resolution to oppose says banning those fees would hurt small landlords and could make it harder for them to perform key services, such as timely maintenance and safety measures.

4 weeks ago

Whatcom County sees largest drop in home prices since 2023

WHATCOM COUNTY, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – Home sale prices in Whatcom County saw their biggest drop in two years over the…

4 weeks ago

Skagit County dairy worker pleads guilty to workers compensation fraud

The worker collected benefits off and on for several years following the injury to his neck and back, however the allegations of fraud apply to the last few years of that time.

4 weeks ago

Port of Bellingham moves forward with expanded projects in Fairhaven

BELLINGHAM, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – The Port of Bellingham is moving forward with plans to expand its operations around one of…

4 weeks ago

Bloodworks NW hosts blood drive at Civic Field in Bellingham

They'll be accepting blood donations of any type, but they're urgently in need of type O blood.

4 weeks ago

WWU partners with Whatcom Community College to boost university enrollment

Admission to WWU is now guaranteed for any WCC student that has a cumulative 2.5 GPA or higher and has completed one of two Associate's transfer degrees.

4 weeks ago

Kroger issues food recalls for potential listeria contamination, other materials found in products

All items were sold in stores throughout the country, including Fred Meyer.  

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