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1 week ago
Bellingham streamlines PayByPhone parking downtown
According to the city, nearly 60% of people parking downtown pay through their phone.
1 week ago
Whatcom County monitoring travelers for Ebola amid outbreak in Africa
The risk to the public remains extremely low, with no confirmed Ebola cases in the U.S.
1 week ago
Wrong-way driver in Blaine blames self-driving car
Blaine Police ticketed the driver, who was not impaired.
1 week ago
Marblemount Bridge closes, North Cascades Hwy nears reopening
Though the bridge isn't on the highway, its proximity to SR 20 will affect locals and overnight travelers who will need to seek alternate routes for the next couple weeks.
2 weeks ago
Initiative to repeal ‘millionaire’s tax’ likely heading to voters
Let's Go Washington well on its way to placing measure on the November election ballot.
2 weeks ago
More FEMA flood assistance centers opening this weekend
Victims of December's flooding can get help at two new locations.
2 weeks ago
Bee swarm incident cleared after Skagit County crash
The incident happened nearly a year after a similar accident in Whatcom County.
2 weeks ago
Woods Coffee to close Railroad Avenue location in Bellingham
Woods attributed the closure to a consistent drop in foot traffic in the area paired with rising operating costs.
2 weeks ago
BPS task force recommends closures of Carl Cozier and Columbia elementary schools
If the district moves forward with the recommendations, the soonest the schools would close is fall 2027.
2 weeks ago
Meridian School District prepares for superintendent transition
It comes as the district said it will not make any significant cuts or staff reductions ahead of the upcoming school year.
2 weeks ago
Whatcom County to receive grant funding from WA Military Dept
The two contracts are aimed at flood preparation and security measures.
2 weeks ago
Downtown Sounds unveils 2026 summer lineup
The five-week concert series starts on July 8 with an emphasis on Bellingham musicians.
2 weeks ago
Suspect in fatal 2016 Whatcom County crash found dead
The suspect had been on WSP's Most Wanted List since 2017.
2 weeks ago
Artist Point soon to be accessible as crews clear road
There is no planned opening date, though crews began nearly a week earlier this year than in 2025.
2 weeks ago
Lifestyle Lookout: Shoestring Circus, Roller Derby, Bells Fundraiser and live music
For those who want to get out and enjoy the bounty of our county this weekend, we have a ton of fun events for you in this week’s Lifestyle Lookout.
2 weeks ago
BPS begins busy summer of construction ahead of facility recommendations
The district's Facility Planning Task Force is expected to release its suggestions in the coming days.
2 weeks ago
Ron Judd fired as executive editor of Cascadia Daily News
The publication says its managing editors will take over Judd's duties while it searches for a permanent replacement.
2 weeks ago
BRIEF: New FEMA assistance center to open in Ferndale
Victims of December's historic floods are encouraged to apply for aid.
2 weeks ago
Washington health insurers request 22% rate increase in 2027
The individual market is used by residents who don't receive health insurance through their employer.
2 weeks ago
Whatcom County Council considers pause on new civil detention centers
The draft ordinance does not impact the new Whatcom County Jail.
