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270 acres of Skagit County farmland now protected from development
County leaders say protecting farmland now is critical as Washington continues to lose agricultural land to development.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music
Alan Osmond, the eldest member of the Osmonds, has died at 76
Alan Osmond, the eldest member of the chart-topping family act The Osmonds, died Monday after decades with multiple sclerosis. He was 76.
City of Bellingham to host Earth Day Recycling Event
BELLINGHAM, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – Got old electronics piling up? Sensitive papers you’ve been meaning to shred? Earth Day could be…
Northwest Sports Update: M’s walk off A’s to avoid sweep, DeBoer gets contract extension at Bama, Seahawks nearly on the clock and more
Josh Naylor and the heart of the M's lineup broke out of their slump to fuel a much-needed win.
3 weeks ago in Entertainment
An Instagram DM changed everything for Rachel Reid, Jacob Tierney and ‘Heated Rivalry’
To the cheers and applause of thousands of BookCon attendees, "Heated Rivalry" author Rachel Reid and director-screenwriter Jacob Tierney walked on to the main event stage at New York's Jacob Javits Convention Center. The two Canadians have been international celebrities for just a few months, and still find themselves wondering if all the noise is for someone else.
3 weeks ago in National
Inside the Kennedy Center as it prepares for a 2-year renovation
Away from the political controversy that has consumed the iconic performing arts venue for the better part of President Donald Trump's second term, Matt Floca, the Kennedy Center's new executive director and chief operating officer, guided a group of journalists through the building Wednesday.
3 weeks ago in National, Trending
Wildfires across Georgia and Florida have destroyed nearly 50 homes and are forcing evacuations
Wildfires burning across the southeastern U.S. forced more people to flee Wednesday after destroying nearly 50 homes in Georgia and causing some schools closings as drought and winds fueled flames.
Whatcom County, Bellingham warn of nationwide permit scam using fake invoices
Officials say scammers are using AI to make the fake invoices very convincing.
New report ranks Bellingham among nation’s cleanest for air quality
Whatcom County earns top ozone marks but sees lower score for particle pollution during smoky days.
3 weeks ago in , Professional
M’s stumble against the A’s again, fall 5-2
Cal Raleigh says he hasn't lost faith in his team despite early struggles
Refund system launches for businesses impacted by stricken-down Trump tariffs
40% of Whatcom County businesses surveyed in summer 2025 said the tariffs directly impacted their business.
High school graduation requirements may change for Washington students
Named FutureReady, the task force found in a 2025 interim report several gaps in how students are prepared to enter the world after K-12 education.
Northwest Sports Update: M’s fumble early lead to A’s, Storm star to miss start of season, new prep sports rules and more
A rule change that would have required Lynden Christian to move up from 1A to 2A did not pass a vote by the WIAA.
Incoming Blaine childcare center among recipients of $56 million in state grants
The Boys and Girls Clubs of Skagit County also received one of the highest funding amounts.
Drug Takeback Day set for this Saturday in Whatcom County
In Whatcom County, the Sheriff's Office will accept those meds from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the North Fork and Birch Bay Libraries.
Ballots due in one week for Lynden voters
Ballots must be postmarked by Election Day or dropped off in an official drop box by 8 p.m.
Temporary closure set for portion of South Bay Trail in Bellingham
Trail users should also be aware that separate construction on 10th Street near Taylor Dock may affect travel in that area.
Janicki Industries begins multi-state growth in aerospace, defense and more
Upon completion of an expansion in Bellingham, the company says it would provide up to 125 new jobs by the end of the year.
UPDATE: Cyclist transported to Harborview after being struck by car on I-5 south of Bellingham
The section of I-5 reopened on Tuesday afternoon.
Whatcom officials warn about new drug in regional illicit drug supply
Whatcom County Health and Community Services says that Narcan does not work on the drug, however Narcan's use is recommended to combat opioids that may be in the person's system.
