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Lynden man arrested following sexual assault, robbery at Little Squalicum Park
The Whatcom County Sheriff's Office says that over the past week, several community members and businesses offered tips and surveillance footage of the suspect.
4 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Nonalcoholic beer and mocktails can help people stay sober or drink less, but are not for everyone
Several years into her sobriety, Logan Denzer decided to try nonalcoholic beer and mocktails while others around her drank real booze. "A lot of people feel out of place" when everyone else is imbibing, said the 27-year-old from Los Angeles, who considers these beverages "an excellent solution."
4 weeks ago in National
Closure of Florida’s ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ immigration detention center can proceed, judge says
A federal judge in Miami has refused to pause her order requiring the winding down of the immigration detention center in the Florida Everglades known as "Alligator Alcatraz" while the federal government appeals her ruling.
4 weeks ago in Entertainment
For Yorgos Lanthimos, new Emma Stone film ‘Bugonia’ isn’t a dystopia. It’s real
"Bugonia" is having its world premiere Thursday evening at the prestigious Venice Film Festival, where it's in competition for the top prize, the Golden Lion. Focus Features is releasing the film in North American theaters on Oct. 24.
Suárez hits 3-run homer and Mariners beat Padres 4-3 to win series
Mariners right-hander George Kirby (8-6, 4.05 ERA) starts Friday night in Cleveland.
Bellingham’s effort to expand city limits denied by city council
The area in question, known as the Northern Heights neighborhood, houses roughly 700 people and Whatcom Fire Station 12.
Bellingham’s newest tiny home village opens to the public
North Haven contains 19 new tiny home units, in addition to 23 more that were brought in from the old Unity Village in Fairhaven.
Northwest Sports Update: Mariners win rubber match against Padres, Sounders eye Leagues Cup championship appearance and more
The Sounders are looking for revenge against the LA Galaxy in the Leagues Cup semifinals tonight.
4 weeks ago in National, Trending
A shooting at a Minneapolis Catholic school kills 2 children, injures 17 people
A shooter opened fire Wednesday morning during Mass at a Minneapolis Catholic school, killing two children and injuring 17 other people before killing himself, officials said.
Police investigate reported vandalism on Little Squalicum Pier
Bellingham Parks and Recreation spokesperson David Brauhn said that over the weekend, a handful of 911 callers reported hearing either fireworks or gunshots near Little Squalicum Pier.
New Whidbey Island exhibit honors famed orca ‘Tokitae’
According to Orca Network, Toki's Legacy allows visitors to explore all aspects of Tokitae's family, life and home water and has artifacts from her 1970 capture in Penn Cove.
September is Emergency Preparedness Month: Tips to prepare for, survive, recover from disaster
In a major disaster, residents are often their own “first responder.” After an earthquake, tsunami or other major catastrophe, police, firefighters and EMTs will be called in many directions. It could take days, even weeks, before help arrives.
Hollie Huthman: Owner of The Shakedown & The Racket
Hollie Huthman, who owns a pinball lounge and music venue in town, talks community in the local rock scene.
4 weeks ago in World
Tons of overripe tomatoes become projectiles in Spain’s ‘Tomatina’ food fight
Thousands of people from around the world seeking a uniquely messy thrill spent one wild hour flinging bushels of overripe tomatoes at each other during Spain's "Tomatina" celebration Wednesday.
4 weeks ago in Lifestyle
At some colleges, move-in day includes students’ dogs and cats
Crossing paths with dogs, cats and other animals is part of campus life for students at Eckerd College, a liberal arts school in Florida that allows pets to live in dormitories.
4 weeks ago in Sports
Wimbledon champions Jannik Sinner and Iga Swiatek get off to good starts at the US Open
Iga Swiatek is trying to do something no woman has done since Serena Williams in 2012: win the U.S. Open and Wimbledon in the same season. Jannik Sinner is trying to do something no man has done since Roger Federer in 2008: repeat as U.S. Open champion.
4 weeks ago in Entertainment
James Cameron on two decades of making ‘Avatar’ and the future he sees for movies
James Cameron first began developing "Avatar" more than 30 years ago. He started working on the first film in earnest 20 years ago. Production on the third film, "Fire and Ash," which ran concurrently with 2022's "The Way of Water," got underway eight years ago.
Laureano’s grand slam powers Padres past Mariners
Mariners right-hander Bryan Woo (11-7, 2.94 ERA) starts Wednesday.
Whatcom County Planning and Development Services Director announces retirement
Whoever steps into Personius's shoes would need to oversee long-term planning in the county and land use permitting among other roles.
FDA, Whatcom County announces recall after reported salmonella contamination in Deep-Brand products
The FDA and Whatcom County Health Department recommend throwing out the 1 lb. and 12 oz bags of the products and cleaning with hot, soapy water all surfaces that the food has touched.
