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2 days ago
Washington Department of Health continues to recommend COVID-19 vaccine for state residents
Washington's Department of Health adds that appointments for COVID vaccines will remain available to any resident who wants them.
2 days ago
Heather Meadows Visitor Center closes as air quality worsens in Whatcom County
Throughout Friday, levels have varied between 160 to 175. Any levels above 150 are considered unhealthy for anyone.
2 days ago
Dry conditions continue to fuel Perry Fire in near Ross Lake
Northwest winds could push more polluted air from the fire towards Maple Falls and Everson throughout Friday.
3 days ago
Juvenile suspect arrested following drive-by shooting in Everson
The suspect was taken to juvenile detention and the investigation into the shooting is ongoing. Everson Police say there is no ongoing threat to the community.
3 days ago
New report shows more information on tariff impacts on Washington’s economy
If fully implemented, Gov. Ferguson says Trump's tariffs could cut up to 32,000 jobs from the state by 2029.
3 days ago
Water adjudication informational meeting for Lynden residents planned for September
Members of the community will also have a chance after Monday's hearing to get their questions answered by state and local officials at the Lynden Senior Center from 1-3 p.m.
3 days ago
Whatcom County unemployment rates slightly rose this summer
Meanwhile, the state's seasonally adjusted unemployment rate stayed the exact same at four and a half percent in both instances.
3 days ago
Natural gas initiative challenge heads to state Supreme Court
The lawsuit alleges that backers of the initiative combined several unrelated proposals to get them approved by voters who support keeping access to natural gas.
4 days ago
Officials in Bellingham meet to remember the 118th anniversary of the ‘Bellingham Riot’
Thursday's memorial gathering takes place from 4-5 p.m. at the Bellingham Central Library Lawn with County Executive Satpal Sidhu and Engleberg among the featured speakers.
4 days ago
Whatcom County opens courthouse to the public for community event
People who attend will be able to hear the latest updates on the new jail, upcoming construction projects, details on the county budget and more.
4 days ago
Motorcyclist hospitalized following hit-and-run crash on Highway 20
WSP believes that drugs and alcohol were a factor in the crash.
5 days ago
UPDATE: Ferndale man in custody following crash on I-5, three people injured including one child
All three people in the second vehicle, including a two-year-old child, were injured and taken to PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center for treatment.
5 days ago
Hot and dry conditions raise fire risk in Whatcom County this week
The NWS has also issued a heat advisory for the foothills and valleys of the North Cascades, including Sudden Valley, through Thursday evening.
5 days ago
Motorcyclist killed in crash on North Cascades Highway
A car attempted to turn west onto the highway from Dalles Road, and the motorcyclist wasn't able to stop in time to avoid a crash.
5 days ago
Everson Police arrest suspect accused of stealing a car in Sumas
Officers arrested the 34-year-old Bellingham woman and booked her into the Whatcom County Jail, where she remains without bail.
5 days ago
Nooksack Valley student killed in car crash in Everson
Whatcom County Sheriff's spokesperson Deb Slater says that the three teens were in a car that was speeding on Noon Road early on Monday.
6 days ago
TRAFFIC: Roadwork resumes on I-5 this week in Ferndale
WSDOT says that construction will begin on Tuesday night for the southbound lanes in Ferndale.
1 week ago
Two firefighters at Bear Gulch Fire in federal custody amidst investigation
The federal agency didn't list a reason for their investigation, but U.S. Border Patrol in Blaine said that BLM had been looking into timecard fraud allegations.
1 week ago
Washington State Ferry to allow dogs on ferries for the next six months
Larger dogs have to stay on the floor, while small dogs should be on their owner's lap or in a carrier.
1 week ago
Crews return to work at Padden Creek as fuel spill nears end
The Interurban Trail at 10th Street over Padden Creek is also back open, but some equipment is still there so people are being asked to use caution when passing through.
