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3 weeks ago
States sue Trump administration over cuts to clean energy programs, including one in Whatcom County
Plans for a regional hydrogen hub with a key site in Ferndale would be scrapped if the federal funding is terminated.
3 weeks ago
Port of Bellingham highlights investments, clean energy business expansion and more in new report
Moving into the final year of its four-year strategy plan, the Port hopes to keep local businesses thriving by focusing on what their workforce needs to stay in the area.
3 weeks ago
Two drivers rescued off wintry backroads of Mount Baker Highway
One driver hiked nearly 3 miles to call for help.
3 weeks ago
UPDATED: State Patrol issues Missing Indigenous Person alert for Bellingham teen
Editor’s note: The teen has been located and the MIPA is canceled as of 12:00 p.m. on Feb. 19. BELLINGHAM,…
3 weeks ago
Updated forecast shows no snow, lower temps going into the weekend in Bellingham
Residents are being advised to keep their pets indoors as much as possible.
3 weeks ago
Seahawks up for sale weeks after winning Super Bowl
The estate of late team owner Paul Allen announced Wednesday that it's begun the process of selling the team.
3 weeks ago
3% surcharge to be added to credit, debit card charges on Washington State Ferries
Riders can skip the new surcharge by paying with cash or using prepaid ORCA cards to make purchases.
3 weeks ago
Whatcom County updates process to report illnesses from water recreation
Water recreation can include a wide range of activities at local beaches, lakes, public pools and hot tubs.
3 weeks ago
Recall of peanut butter products expands to Washington state
The peanut butter in question was sold under various brand names, including Flavor Fresh Peanut Butter, Katy's Kitchen Smooth Peanut Butter and House Recipe Creamy Peanut Butter.
3 weeks ago
State calls for FEMA to resume funding for key disaster preparedness program
Washington was part of a coalition of states that already won a lawsuit to prevent the agency from ending its BRIC program.
3 weeks ago
Gov. Ferguson requests additional federal assistance for flood recovery efforts
President Trump signed an initial emergency declaration in December that helped pay for search and rescue operations.
3 weeks ago
Whatcom County Sheriff Tanksley opposes statewide sheriff bill
WHATCOM COUNTY, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – A bill moving forward in Olympia is drawing criticism from law enforcement agencies across the…
3 weeks ago
Bellingham Mayor Kim Lund reflects on 2025, previews what’s to come for 2026 in State of the City address
Lund detailed how the city grappled with a $10 million budget shortfall in 2025.
3 weeks ago
Severe weather shelters reopen in Whatcom County as overnight temps dip below freezing
Overnight shelters in Bellingham and Ferndale will be available through Friday.
3 weeks ago
City of Bellingham secures federal funding to replace Electric Avenue Bridge
Construction is expected to begin in 2028.
3 weeks ago
Bellingham City Council to consider extending landmark tree ordinance for six more months
A public hearing will be held prior to the vote at its upcoming meeting on Monday.
3 weeks ago
Lynden woman sentenced in connection to drive-by shooting in Bellingham
She pled guilty to drive-by shooting, second degree assault and drug possession charges.
3 weeks ago
Washington officials vote to establish state sandstone
The state Senate voted unanimously with one excused absence to approve the measure on Monday, Feb. 16 after a short speech from its sponsor Sen. Ron Muzzall.
3 weeks ago
Stone Temple Pilots to headline Northwest Washington Fair this summer in Lynden
Tickets will be available for pre-sale on Wednesday, Feb. 18, with public ticket sales going live at 9 a.m. this Friday.
3 weeks ago
Crews finish emergency repairs on SR 20 near Marblemount following damage from December flooding
They'll now shift their work to a different part of the flood-damaged highway near Concrete.
