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2 weeks ago

Major changes coming to Washington’s Apple Health coverage

New federal requirements could cause hundreds of thousands of Washingtonians to lose access, starting with certain noncitizens this fall.

2 weeks ago

New speed limits installed in parts of Bellingham

City council members voted to lower limits in June.

2 weeks ago

Tributes to Dolly Parton focus on her love of reading

Whatcom Humane Society offers free books while OSPI pushes to restore Imagination Library funding.

2 weeks ago

New Bellingham park gets official name

Public comments and suggestions for the park were accepted earlier this year.

2 weeks ago

How to reset your child’s sleep schedule for back-to-school season

After a summer of vacations and late nights, it's time to set those back-to-school alarms. A good night's sleep helps students stay focused and attentive in class. Experts say it's worth easing kids back into a routine with the start of a new school year.

2 weeks ago

WTA fare hikes take effect on Sept. 1

Eligible riders are encouraged to apply for a reduced fare card before the changes begin.

2 weeks ago

SBA offering low-interest loans for businesses impacted by ongoing drought

Small businesses, private nonprofits and agricultural cooperatives from Whatcom and Skagit counties are eligible to apply.

2 weeks ago

Biotoxin advisory issued for Toad Lake

While not fatal, the algae can cause liver issues in humans and animals.

2 weeks ago

Mount Vernon riverwalk closes for flood-related levee repair

That stretch of the riverwalk is expected to reopen sometime in late September.

2 weeks ago

3-year college degrees grow more popular in the US, saving time and cash. But critics aren’t sold

Condensed college programs have exploded in popularity. As of this spring, 26 U.S. states have a college that offers at least one reduced-credit, three-year bachelor's, according to the nonprofit research group RAND. Advocates say these programs are a solution to the college affordability crisis and a godsend for non-traditional students.

2 weeks ago

Bike ride through Whatcom, Skagit Counties may cause delays

Cyclists are travelling from Seattle to Vancouver in two days starting Saturday.

2 weeks ago

Fall books: Fiction takes the spotlight in bookstores during the midterm season

Midterm election news will fill the headlines this fall, but, among book buyers, fiction will likely have top billing.

2 weeks ago

Noisy Waters Mural Festival announces 2026 winners

Three new murals will grace the streets of Bellingham in 2027.

2 weeks ago

Outshine fruit popsicles recalled over glass contamination concerns

The company says no injuries or illnesses have been reported.

2 weeks ago

End of the Fair, Downtown Distilled, Paranormal Cirque, SeaFeast and more | Lifestyle Lookout

We have a bunch of fun events for you in this week’s Lifestyle Lookout.

3 weeks ago

Bellingham Public Schools joins nationwide lawsuit against social media companies

BPS is among a number of school districts in Washington that are accusing the companies of encouraging addictive behavior in kids.

3 weeks ago

Amtrak extends service cancellation between Seattle and Portland

A warehouse fire near the tracks led to the cancellations.

3 weeks ago

The best fabric for extreme heat? It’s more complicated than you think

When it's really hot out, getting dressed seems pretty simple: Wear something light, loose and made for summer. But textile researchers say it's actually a little more complicated than that.

3 weeks ago

Noisy Waters Mural Festival | PHOTOS

BELLINGHAM, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – The Noisy Waters Mural Festival returned to Bellingham’s waterfront for the fourth time this year, bringing…

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