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2 weeks ago
BRIEF: Fire displaces family of six in Bow
Firefighters from the Samish Way Station worked with Skagit Co. Fire District 14 for over four hours to fight the flames.
2 weeks ago
Sedro-Woolley welcomes in new mayor
The city council voted Wednesday to appoint JoEllen Kesti to the position.
2 weeks ago
WWU, WTA nearing agreement for student transportation
Students pay for the service through an Active Transportation Fee, which will not increase as part of the latest deal.
2 weeks ago
Legal action against millionaire’s tax continues
The coalition of business owners, farmers and industry associations that filed the lawsuit are backed by a legal team with the conservative nonprofit including Rob McKenna and Phil Talmadge.
2 weeks ago
I-5 northbound south of Bellingham set to reopen on April 16
WSDOT says that all lanes of I-5 northbound between North Lake Samish and Old Fairhaven Parkway are scheduled to reopen at 5 a.m. on Thursday, April 16.
2 weeks ago
Steady market, rising downtown vacancies in Bellingham to begin 2026
Downtown and Sunset Square combined for more than half of the vacant retail space in Bellingham.
2 weeks ago
Whatcom County reminds residents to be safe when eating locally
Anyone who suspects a food seller is operating illegally is asked to contact the Whatcom County Food Safety team.
2 weeks ago
Whatcom County, Ecology to hold office hours for water adjudication
There are three upcoming sessions in April at local library branches.
2 weeks ago
Lummi Island Ferry dry dock postponed to fall
The three-week outage will likely take place between September and October.
2 weeks ago
Police search for missing Lummi Nation teen last seen in Bellingham
Anyone with information on her location is asked to call 911.
2 weeks ago
Lifestyle Lookout: Bellingham Beer Week begins, Rick Steves visits Bellingham, live music and more this weekend
Check out these events happening this weekend in Whatcom County.
2 weeks ago
Whatcom County housing market slows down in first quarter of 2026
Data from the Northwest Multiple Listing Service show fewer homes sold, and those that did took longer to find buyers.
2 weeks ago
Bellingham woman convicted of killing transient man
The 67-year-old will spend the next 23 years in prison after a jury found her guilty of second-degree murder.
2 weeks ago
PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center awarded $10 million donation
The funds will go towards current projects, like the Peter Paulsen Pavilion, and future needs for the medical center.
2 weeks ago
Ferndale Police partner with nonprofit to offer community assistance funds
Officers will carry preloaded debit cards they can give to people for urgent, short-term needs.
2 weeks ago
Local medical providers seek blood donors in Whatcom County
It's asking the community to help out during a pair of upcoming blood drives next week.
2 weeks ago
Local police conduct extra patrols for National Distracted Driving Awareness Month
The majority of law enforcement agencies in Whatcom, Skagit and San Juan Counties will be participating in the patrol as part of a statewide effort.
2 weeks ago
Everson-Goshen Road reopens ahead of schedule
It comes as SR 544 is scheduled to close between Everson Bridge and Everson Elementary School starting next Wednesday, April 15. That will not reopen until mid-July as crews install new sidewalks.
2 weeks ago
Washington state officials declare drought emergency for fourth straight year
State officials have already begun the work to protect the state's lands against blazes, including hiring seasonal fire fighters and clearing brush.
2 weeks ago
Skagit County to gain fifth superior court judge
Those interested have until Aug. 3 to apply for the position.
