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2 weeks ago

Division Street Bridge in Mount Vernon targeted to reopen by Thanksgiving

The bridge will be fully closed to traffic for two weeks starting in November under the accelerated construction timeline.

2 weeks ago

Ecology commemorates 30 years since Bellingham Bay cleanup began

Two of the 12 sites have been completely cleaned up, while most of the other 10 are in progress.

2 weeks ago

Extra patrols announced ahead of Skagit motorcycle event

Recent data shows motorcycle fatalities have been on the decline.

2 weeks ago

Bellingham to hold public hearings on mayor’s salary, changes to contract signing

The two charter amendments will be on the November general election ballot.

2 weeks ago

Fall weather returns to Whatcom County ahead of weekend

Forecasters expect moderate rain and breezy winds through Friday evening.

2 weeks ago

Executive Satpal Sidhu: Reflecting on two terms as Whatcom County’s leader

My Bellingham Now’s Jason Upton spoke with Sidhu to look back on his tenure, reflect on his accomplishments and challenges along the way and look ahead for some of the implications of this current budget process. 

2 weeks ago

Ex-NFL star Antonio Brown to accept plea deal on attempted murder charge, his lawyer says

Former NFL star wide receiver Antonio Brown plans to accept a plea deal on an attempted murder charge in Miami that avoids prison, as part of an agreement that his lawyer said Wednesday was too good to turn down.

2 weeks ago

Bellingham Cider Company acquires Lost Giants

Recipes, branding and employees will remain the same as the companies merge their taprooms.

2 weeks ago

Drivers to expect delays, overnight street closure in downtown Bellingham

Heavy pedestrian traffic from WWU's First Night Out event and a late-night film shoot are expected to impact travel in downtown Bellingham.

2 weeks ago

Federal lawsuit over voter data in Washington dismissed

The DOJ demanded states hand over private voter information last September.

2 weeks ago

Whatcom County departments outline potential changes in light of budget recommendations

Sheriff Donnell Tanksley voiced his displeasure with looming cuts of patrol deputies.

2 weeks ago

Vancouver Island wildfire sends smoke into Whatcom, San Juan Counties

The fire was discovered over the weekend and has burned hundreds of acres.

2 weeks ago

WWU achieves top spot in new regional school ranking

The university was also recognized for its accessibility to veterans and ranked well in comparison to other schools in the western U.S.

2 weeks ago

New book by Princess Diana’s brother prompts war of words with King Charles III

A book published Tuesday by the brother of the late Princess Diana has made headlines around the world with its damning allegations about Diana's ex-husband, now King Charles III, and reopened decades-old wounds within Britain's royal family.

2 weeks ago

Hayden Panettiere died from accidental overdose involving fentanyl, coroner says

Hayden Panettiere had been released from a drug rehabilitation facility in Malibu, California, just weeks before her overdose death from a mixture of illicit and prescription drugs, according to a coroner's report obtained by The Associated Press.

2 weeks ago

Bellingham joins lawsuit against Trump Administration over grant requirements

The city claims grant funds are illegally hinging on its compliance with the president's political agenda.

2 weeks ago

Social media speculation prompts statement from Bellingham Public Schools

Concerns over school closures and building tours led to Tuesday's statement.

2 weeks ago

State Street to close for filming a major motion picture

The movie has not been named, though several casting calls for extras have become active.

2 weeks ago

New preschool sites coming to Whatcom County schools

Low-income families could be eligible for free preschool in Lynden, Ferndale and Blaine.

2 weeks ago

Second hiker found dead on trail in Skagit County

The recovery operation was conducted less than 24 hours after another hiker's body was found off the same trail.

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