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2 weeks ago
Washington resident dies after contracting world’s first case of rare bird flu
It comes as Whatcom County Health and Community Services says that recent testing found avian influenza among a flock of wild birds near Wiser Lake earlier this month.
2 weeks ago
Federal judge rules to protect four public service agencies from federal funding cuts
The recent ruling permanently bars the agencies from being cut.
2 weeks ago
City of Bellingham agrees to tighten emissions control at sewage treatment plant
The Northwest Clean Air Agency alleged the city of several violations at the sewage treatment plant.
2 weeks ago
Lane closures on I-5, Guide Meridian this week could impact your commute in Bellingham
WSDOT says crews are repairing guardrails among other projects in these areas.
2 weeks ago
Recreational shellfish harvesting opens back up in Whatcom County
Harvesters are still advised to check the state's shellfish closure map before digging.
2 weeks ago
State and local officials urge Washington residents to get flu shot this season
It comes after 17 people died of the flu in Whatcom County during the last flu season, which was more than the previous five years combined.
2 weeks ago
Whatcom Transit Authority, other statewide bus services awarded new federal funding
The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) announced on Thursday, Nov. 20 that it's investing $2 billion to modernize and lower emissions at hundreds of bus stations across the country.
2 weeks ago
City of Bellingham offers free trees at upcoming farmer’s market
The tree giveaway is part of the city's effort to improve tree canopy cover, which can help reduce temperatures in warmer months.
3 weeks ago
Port of Bellingham launches survey to see where residents prefer to travel from BLI
Alaska and Allegiant airlines are the only major carriers that service Bellingham Int'l Airport following Southwest's departure in 2024.
3 weeks ago
Two people sentenced in connection to fatal shooting in Mount Vernon
The shooting took place near a gas station across from Skagit Valley College in March.
3 weeks ago
Residents of Glacier rally to keep USPS services running
The Glacier Water District has owned the post office building since the 1970s and has not charged USPS to operate out of it.
3 weeks ago
Port of Bellingham allows evaluation of increased cruise ship business
Should the study find cruise business to be possible for Bellingham, it would likely be years down the line before our waters saw the high-capacity vessels.
3 weeks ago
WTA seeks public input on proposed fare increase
The proposal would increase fixed fares to $2 per ride and double the daily fare cap to $6.
3 weeks ago
Bellingham Police launch new program to help victims of hate crimes
The Safe Place program will help victims report crimes immediately, which ensures a proper and timely investigation occurs.
3 weeks ago
Salmon fishing closes on Skagit River until 2026
Fish and Wildlife says catch estimates for coho salmon are nearing their limit.
3 weeks ago
Everett man accused of assault with a knife in Bellingham sentenced in court
During the altercation, the victim was stabbed in the back twice and was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries.
3 weeks ago
Man accused of hate crime arrested in Blaine
He was booked into the Whatcom County Jail early Saturday morning before being released on personal recognizance earlier on Tuesday.
3 weeks ago
Plantation Shooting Range slated to reopen in early 2026
A spokesperson tells My Bellingham Now that the indoor range is set to open softly for law enforcement beginning January 2026 and will open to the public that March.
3 weeks ago
Stakeholders criticize WWU leadership over recent layoffs
A spokesperson for the delegation tells My Bellingham Now that it has not received a response to a letter sent to the university as of Nov. 18.
3 weeks ago
Sehome High School student killed in weekend car crash in Bellingham
The 17-year-old was the sole occupant of the car fire near Boulevard Park.
