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4 weeks ago

Lane closures planned for repairs, fish passage work on I-5 and Hwy 9

A full closure of Hwy 9 east of Mount Vernon is scheduled to begin August 12.

4 weeks ago

Police search for second suspect following Seattle food festival shooting that killed 3

Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson said in a press conference Monday the suspect in custody is 15 years old and will appear in court on firearms violations and first degree assault charges.

4 weeks ago

Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office launches anonymous gun exchange program

County residents can now turn in their unwanted firearms for cash cards.

4 weeks ago

Sailing, ‘boat crack’ and me: Watching Bellingham Race Week from the stern of the well-oiled machine | Whatcom Wanderings

The crew of the Absolutely was in good spirits during the Bellingham Race Week's 43rd year.

4 weeks ago

More than 50 workers at Lynden packing facility detained by federal agents since March

Local immigration rights advocates are calling it the first "soft raid" in Whatcom County.

4 weeks ago

Parts of Cornwall Memorial Park to close for several years as reforestation is underway

Parks and Recreation staff, volunteers and members of the Washington Conservation Corps began installing native plants in February.

4 weeks ago

More details emerge following Sucia Island plane crash

The Otter float plane went down near the entrance to Shallow Bay on the popular island at 5:15 p.m.

4 weeks ago

Lynden roundabout nearing completion as Mount Vernon bridge closes

E Badger Road will be reduced to one lane as crews finish work on the site.

4 weeks ago

UPDATED: All 11 people accounted for following plane crash near Sucia Island

A Kenmore Airlines spokesperson stressed that there were no fatalities and all people on board have been accounted for.

4 weeks ago

Lummi Tribal Sewer and Water District receives national recognition for its wastewater treatment plant

The Environmental Protection Agency's PISCES program presented an award celebrating upgrades made to the Gooseberry Point Wastewater Treatment Plant.

4 weeks ago

Whatcom County Council to hold public hearing for new ferry district tax rate

The council will consider three different levy rates to help fund the Lummi Island ferry.

4 weeks ago

No injuries after boat capsizes near Birch Bay

Over a dozen people were able to swim to shore.

1 month ago

Pioneer Days, Lynden Airport Tour, York Yard Crawl and live music | Lifestyle Lookout

It is sure to be a perfect weekend to get out and have some fun. We have a bunch of great activities for you in this week’s Lifestyle Lookout.

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