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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.
