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3 days ago
Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office launches anonymous gun exchange program
County residents can now turn in their unwanted firearms for cash cards.
3 days ago
Sailing, ‘boat crack’ and me: Watching Bellingham Race Week from the stern of the well-oiled machine | Whatcom Wanderings
The crew of the Absolutely was in good spirits during the Bellingham Race Week's 43rd year.
3 days ago
More than 50 workers at Lynden packing facility detained by federal agents since March
Local immigration rights advocates are calling it the first "soft raid" in Whatcom County.
3 days ago
Parts of Cornwall Memorial Park to close for several years as reforestation is underway
Parks and Recreation staff, volunteers and members of the Washington Conservation Corps began installing native plants in February.
3 days ago
More details emerge following Sucia Island plane crash
The Otter float plane went down near the entrance to Shallow Bay on the popular island at 5:15 p.m.
3 days ago
Lynden roundabout nearing completion as Mount Vernon bridge closes
E Badger Road will be reduced to one lane as crews finish work on the site.
3 days ago
UPDATED: All 11 people accounted for following plane crash near Sucia Island
A Kenmore Airlines spokesperson stressed that there were no fatalities and all people on board have been accounted for.
4 days ago
Lummi Tribal Sewer and Water District receives national recognition for its wastewater treatment plant
The Environmental Protection Agency's PISCES program presented an award celebrating upgrades made to the Gooseberry Point Wastewater Treatment Plant.
4 days ago
Whatcom County Council to hold public hearing for new ferry district tax rate
The council will consider three different levy rates to help fund the Lummi Island ferry.
4 days ago
No injuries after boat capsizes near Birch Bay
Over a dozen people were able to swim to shore.
4 days ago
Pioneer Days, Lynden Airport Tour, York Yard Crawl and live music | Lifestyle Lookout
It is sure to be a perfect weekend to get out and have some fun. We have a bunch of great activities for you in this week’s Lifestyle Lookout.
5 days ago
Winner claims $8.2 million lottery ticket sold in Bellingham
There's still an unclaimed ticket for $10,000 that was sold at a convenience store downtown.
5 days ago
Wildfires in BC, eastern Whatcom County continue to grow
Smoke from the B.C.'s Brunswick Creek Complex triggered an air quality alert earlier this week.
5 days ago
Lynden seeks pro and con statements for proposed property tax hike in November
Sign ups are due to the city clerk's office by Friday, July 31.
5 days ago
Seal pup euthanized after being found with gunshot wound near Bellingham
A local response team says this is the third seal they've treated for a gunshot wound this year and the first pup.
6 days ago
Deadline to register online or by mail for August primary approaching in Whatcom County
The auditor’s office says any registered voter who has not yet received their ballot should contact them for a replacement.
6 days ago
Hunger vs. Hunger Year 6 takes aim at triathlon world-record
Local real estate agent Ethan Hunger is trying to raise $500,000 for the Bellingham Food Bank this weekend.
6 days ago
Whatcom County’s unemployment rate drops in June despite job losses
The job losses can largely be attributed to a decrease in the county's labor force from May.
6 days ago
Man sentenced in jet-ski drug smuggling operation between WA and BC
The scheme unraveled after several witnesses found suspicious items on a Port Angeles beach.
6 days ago
Suspect arrested after suspected DUI chase ends in Blaine
At one point, the suspect was clocked going 110 mph.
