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2 weeks ago

Whatcom County to consider adding new sales tax to fund criminal justice services

Several localities including Bellingham, Lynden and Skagit County have already approved the new tax.

2 weeks ago

‘Incredibly challenging and wily river’: What’s next for the Nooksack River

A recently begun study looks at whether the Nooksack River will change course and how it could happen. At the same time, officials are looking to protect the riverside communities from future disastrous flooding.

2 weeks ago

Whatcom Democrats chair announces candidacy for state Senate

Eamonn Collins joins the field of suitors to succeed Sharon Shewmake in the 42nd Legislative District.

2 weeks ago

Cougar sightings rise in this Bellingham neighborhood

WDFW is warning residents not to feed deer near their homes.

2 weeks ago

Bellingham man sentenced for mistakenly shooting at Uber downtown

His actions came in response to a drive-by shooting that hit an acquaintance.

2 weeks ago

Sen. Patty Murray among democrats boycotting President Trump’s State of the Union address

Murray in a statement said the address will be directed towards Washingtonians to explain how the president has failed the state. 

2 weeks ago

Whatcom County flood managers present early action plan

They say their plan will include several modes of action and will take several years to implement. 

2 weeks ago

Whatcom County offers additional vaccine clinic for children

Available vaccinations include COVID-19, hepatitis A and B, polio, chicken pox, flu and MMR. 

2 weeks ago

Invasive Species Awareness Week begins in Washington

In Washington, several free webinars are hosted to educate people about water protection against aquatic invasive species as well as weeds and insects this week.

2 weeks ago

Gas prices jump nearly 60 cents over past month in Whatcom County

Refinery troubles in California are partially behind the recent increase.

2 weeks ago

Two residents displaced in structure fire near Everson

The cause of the fire remains under investigation by the Whatcom County Sheriff's Office.

2 weeks ago

Man in custody following bomb threat at Point Roberts border crossing

Deputies arrived to find the suspect had returned to the Port of Entry, where he was taken into custody.

2 weeks ago

Whatcom County Council to hear early action flood plan Tuesday

The public is free to attend the meeting, which takes place at 11 a.m.

2 weeks ago

Wild Women Week returns to Bellingham with two weeks of events

Per the name, Wild Women Week has historically taken place over the course of a week, but this year the event will span two weeks before wrapping on March 8, or International Women's Day.

2 weeks ago

City of Bellingham warns drivers of fake QR codes for paid parking

Anyone who sees a suspicious QR code posted near a parking meter or payment kiosk is asked to report it to the city. 

2 weeks ago

Arlington man found guilty of killing his friend near Baker Lake in 2019

Alexander Vanags faces up to life in prison after being convicted of first-degree manslaughter.

2 weeks ago

Guide to see delays in Bellingham on Tuesday and Wednesday

Crews will be working on a sewer main improvement project between Bakerview and Kellogg.

2 weeks ago

CHS Northwest to sell four more stores, including Bellingham location

It comes as the Lynden-based business is shifting away from the retail experience.

3 weeks ago

Bellingham man arrested in connection to bleachers theft at Lynden church

Investigators discovered that the bleachers were cut up and sold for scrap.

3 weeks ago

Police search for vulnerable adult last seen in Birch Bay

Editor’s note: Armstrong has been located.  WHATCOM COUNTY, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – Police are asking for help locating a vulnerable adult…

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