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Check out the sights of this year's SeaFeast at Squalicum Harbor!

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Sedro-Woolley Police seek witnesses in three car crash caused by suspected DUI

The driver who's believed to have caused the crash was the only one who was seriously injured.

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Bellingham woman accused of attempted child murder found competent to stand trial

She initially pled not guilty to charges in June.

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Bellingham introduces preliminary budget for 2027

The proposed budget would avoid any service or staff cuts, but hinges on future approval of a Regional Fire Authority from voters.

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Wind advisory issued for Tuesday with more rain to come

Forecasters are warning residents to prepare for a few power outages due to tree limbs being blown down.

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Part of Mount Baker Hwy to briefly close for winter prep

The road up to Artist Point will remain open; no seasonal closure date has been announced

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Fifth teen arrested in connection to Chelan Hills fire

All suspects are between the ages of 18 and 19 and were arrested in the greater Tacoma area.

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Dan Wilson out as manager of the Seattle Mariners after disappointing season

Mariners Chairman and CEO John Stanton thanked Wilson and said he could still remain in the organization.

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Commanders snap Seattle’s 12-game winning streak, beat the Seahawks 33-31

Smith-Njigba caught 10 passes for 128 yards and two touchdowns for the Seahawks.

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Prep football Week 4 at Nooksack, Darnold to return Sunday, final M’s weekend of the season and more | Northwest Sports Update

Sam Darnold is off the injury report and expected to start against the Commanders.

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Whatcom County-owned grader found damaged, sheriff’s office investigating

The grader is valued at roughly $250,000 and is believed to have been driven from its original location at Clark Pit.

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Sedro-Woolley joins Mount Vernon in ending use of Flock cameras

A new state law has placed stricter regulations for the automated license plate reader system as it comes under increased public scrutiny.

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Paving project halted near Everson as other Hwy 9 projects wrap

Two sections of the highway have reopened in Skagit County after bridge repair finished ahead of schedule and a culvert installation wrapped.

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PDC dismisses campaign finance complaint against Let’s Go Washington

A state investigation found no evidence that the organization failed to report or expenditures tied to political influencer Brandi Kruse.

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Road work expected to impact overnight, I-5 travel in Bellingham

Paving work will include a temporary on-ramp closure overnight and a weekend freeway lane closure. Part of Highway 9 near Everson will be closed until the weather dries up.

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Paper Whale to open art space at former Public Market

Whatcom Transportation Authority purchased the former Base Camp location last year with plans to eventually create a new bus station at the Cornwall Avenue location.

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SeaFeast, Oyster Run, apple picking and live music | Lifestyle Lookout

The first big rainstorm of fall is currently moving through Whatcom County, but the weather looks quite nice this weekend. We have a bunch of fun activities for you in this week's Lifestyle Lookout. 

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Christian Moore and Bryce Teodosio rally Angels past Mariners 6-4

Julio Rodríguez hit a two-run homer for Seattle in the second.

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Wanted: Retro tech enthusiasts and Ham radio trainees | Contributed

The sheriff’s office Auxiliary Communication Service offers classes throughout the year and hosts monthly opportunities to test for FCC Technician, General or Extra Class license.

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M’s out of playoff race, Storm end franchise-worst season, Penix makes season debut on TNF and more | Northwest Sports Update

The Mariners were officially eliminated from postseason contention this morning with the Rangers' win over the Mets.

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