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3 weeks ago

‘Code Red’ issued for NW blood supply

Bloodworks NW needs at least 1,000 donors per day to re-up its supply to adequate levels.

3 weeks ago

Bellingham increases fee rates for fast-charging EV stations

City-operated Level 3 charging fees will increase while Level 2 rates remain unchanged.

3 weeks ago

Suspect arrested after Fisherman’s Memorial vandalized at Zuanich Point Park

The statue, which was erected in 1999, honors commercial fishing families and those who lost their lives at sea.

3 weeks ago

Advocacy group aiming to add more bike, pedestrian protections around Bellingham

Yard signs have been popping up at the site of crashes involving pedestrians and/or bikes.

3 weeks ago

Washington co-leads lawsuit against Paramount-Warner Bros. merger

12 states argue the proposed merger would "extinguish competition" while raising prices, lowering quality and reducing jobs.

3 weeks ago

Flood mitigation project set to begin on Iowa Street

Drivers will see temporary detours and road closures at night for about two weeks starting Monday.

3 weeks ago

Mount Baker Theatre to get new seats, carpeting among upgrades for 100th season

It's been over 30 years since the theatre got new seats.

3 weeks ago

Flood aid now available for Whatcom County families with young children

December's flooding is estimated to have impacted more than 100 children ages 5 and under in the county.

3 weeks ago

Proposed Point Roberts campground receives permit approval

Neighbors raised concerns over environmental, public safety impacts to the area.

3 weeks ago

Bellingham to hold public hearing on permanently eliminating parking minimums

An interim ordinance has currently suspended requirements for how many parking spaces must be developed in the city.

3 weeks ago

Big events in Bellingham lead to road closures through the weekend

Those roads will reopen to all traffic by Sunday morning.

3 weeks ago

NW Tune-Up, Pride IN Bellingham, Firecracker Car Show and live music | Lifestyle Lookout

Live music, mountain biking, Pride and a car show are all on the docket in this week’s Lifestyle Lookout.

3 weeks ago

UPDATED: Missing hikers found dead in North Cascades

The Sheriff's Department expressed their thanks to several agencies for their help finding both hikers, including rescue teams in Okanogan, Skagit and Snohomish counties.

4 weeks ago

Newly-rebuilt Sudden Valley fire station nearing return

The station has been closed since January 2024 after frozen pipes caused a massive water leak.

4 weeks ago

FEMA’s Disaster Assistance Center in Sumas closing after July 10

Those affected by December's flooding can receive in-person help to receive federal or state aid.

4 weeks ago

WA Board of Education considers new course requirement for graduating seniors

Superintendent Chris Reykdal has proposed a postsecondary launch course, intending to prime graduates for their futures.

4 weeks ago

Anthony’s Restaurants mourns loss of founder Budd Gould

Gould started the company in 1973 and expanded it to over two dozen locations across the state, including Bellingham.

4 weeks ago

Luna Fire grows to seven acres in east Whatcom County

Two other minor blazes in the North Cascades National Park were fully contained over the weekend.

4 weeks ago

Man dies after boat capsizes in Bellingham Bay

Coast Guard crews were alerted to the incident Saturday, July 4 at around 6 p.m.

4 weeks ago

Paving begins on SR 534 in south Skagit County

The project is currently on track to be finished by late August.

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