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3 weeks ago
WSDOT to perform roadwork on I-5 in Whatcom, Skagit counties
WHATCOM COUNTY, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – Overnight travelers should expect some slowdowns on I-5 between Whatcom and Skagit Counties. WSDOT crews…
3 weeks ago
FEMA to offer in-person help for aid applications from December flooding
The assistance center will be open in Sumas until the application deadline on June 10.
3 weeks ago
WSDOT continues work clearing Highway 20, no estimated time of opening
They're urging any recreationists to keep clear of the closure area.
3 weeks ago
Shellfish harvesting closes for all Whatcom County beaches
Shellfish sold in restaurants and markets are still safe to eat.
3 weeks ago
Three people injured in incident at BP Cherry Point refinery
Company says there's no danger to the public.
3 weeks ago
Red Cross brings flood relief aid to Whatcom, Skagit counties
Volunteers will be in both counties to help eligible residents apply.
3 weeks ago
WSDOT begins work to move Bellingham Graffiti Rock from I-5 site
WSDOT added the rock cannot physically be removed in one piece, but explosives won't be used to break it apart.
3 weeks ago
Candidate filing week approaching for August primary in Whatcom County
The key races include seats on the U.S. House, state senate, state House and Port of Bellingham Board of Commissioners.
3 weeks ago
Port of Bellingham to expand waterfront parking ahead of FIFA World Cup events
Over 100 new parking spaces will be added, giving more people the opportunity to explore the Granary Building, pump track and the Portal Container Village.
3 weeks ago
Clams, oysters sold in Whatcom County recalled due to norovirus risk
Anyone who may have become ill from consuming the impacted clams or oysters should contact their doctor.
4 weeks ago
Dates revealed for month-long closure of Bellingham International Airport in summer 2027
Bellingham International Airport will be closed from late-July through mid-August for required runway repairs.
4 weeks ago
Whatcom County Council appoints Deborah Arthur as Deputy Executive
This comes as Whatcom County still looks to find a Medical Examiner.
4 weeks ago
Bellingham drivers could see lowered speed limits on city roads soon
Signs would be posted at Bellingham city limits that say all roads will have "20 mph speed limits unless posted otherwise" starting this summer.
4 weeks ago
California man in Whatcom County fraud case tied to $1 million in new victims
Detectives say the scheme targeted seniors through suspicious links.
4 weeks ago
Operational student employees at WWU union-certified
The OSEs are the first student workers in the state to be recognized as a union who perform work that isn’t directly research or instruction related.
4 weeks ago
Whatcom County Council approves criminal justice sales tax
The cities of Bellingham and Lynden, along with Skagit County, have instituted similar sales taxes since the state law went into effect.
4 weeks ago
Bellingham City Council approves logging contract with Janicki Logging and Construction
Thinning the trees on the former logging site would allow for more ecological biodiversity to thrive.
4 weeks ago
Housing inspectors begin visits to flood damaged Whatcom County homes
Inspections are free, usually take about 45 minutes, and inspectors will never ask for money.
4 weeks ago
Washington’s unemployment rate rises for fourth straight month
The state's jobless rate remained at its highest since 2021 in the newly released report for February.
4 weeks ago
Gas prices level off in Whatcom County following major spike
Oil analysts warn that prices at the pump could rise once again amid concerns stemming from the Iran War.
