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4 weeks ago
Whatcom County eases permit threshold for smaller outdoor music festivals
The move aligns county code with Washington state's in an effort to reduce barriers for event organizers.
4 weeks ago
Woman arrested after attempted armed car theft in Bellingham
She was arrested close to the crime scene and remains at the Whatcom County Jail on $200,000 bail.
4 weeks ago
Blaine construction company awarded $12.7 million contract for new Bellingham dispatch center
The new building will be built on the site of the aging current facility in Bellingham's Sunnyland neighborhood.
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Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office warns residents of new phone scammers
If you think you got a call from these types of scammers, hang up and contact the Sheriff's Office non-emergency line.
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Canadian officials announce largest-ever drug seizure at Sumas border crossing
Border officers arrested foreign national who's accused of using a commercial vehicle to transport the drugs.
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2026 World Cup events announced in Bellingham
In addition to watch parties, 15 local businesses were selected as designated fan zone venues.
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Winter weather shelters open this week in Whatcom County
WHATCOM COUNTY, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – Cooler temperatures have prompted local warming shelters to open their doors for the next few…
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DVSAS, Bellingham Central Library among beneficiaries of federal funding package
The recently passed package includes more than $10 million for infrastructure projects in northwest Washington.
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Deadline to file claim forms for Nooksack water adjudication may be extended
A court hearing in late April will determine whether the current May 1 deadline will be pushed back.
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City of Bellingham unveils new park in Birchwood neighborhood
The property was purchased by the city using funding from the Greenways Levy and officially opened to the public on Friday, Feb. 6.
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House fire claims life of Sumas resident over the weekend
Following an investigation, the Whatcom County Fire Marshal's Office says an electrical failure with a hot water heater likely started the fire.
4 weeks ago
State reaches agreement to protect $1.4 billion in federal funding for K-12 schools
The funds support equal access to education for students from low-income families, English learners, children with disabilities and other vulnerable students.
4 weeks ago
Local representatives from Olympia host upcoming town hall events in Whatcom, Skagit Counties
They'll be giving mid-session updates from Olympia, previewing what's to come and answering questions from their constituents.
4 weeks ago
Details for Seahawks’ Super Bowl Ceremony and Parade on Wednesday
The sold-out ceremony will take place at Lumen Field before the parade starts at 11 a.m.
4 weeks ago
Bellingham School District admits liability in lawsuit over sexual assaults on school bus
A jury trial will now determine what damages the district owes to the student and his family.
