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4 weeks ago

Crews prepare for incoming rain amidst diesel spill in Padden Creek

Preparations include temporary coffer dams installed at the site, which will collect rainwater in order to be pumped out to tanks if needed.

4 weeks ago

Rabies-infected bat found in child’s bedroom in Skagit County

Residents are advised to avoid contact with wild animals, especially bats, and to keep their pets' vaccinations up to date.

4 weeks ago

Nighttime construction slated to restart at Boulevard Park this October

Construction on the project was delayed in 2024 and is currently waiting for the busy summer season to end.

4 weeks ago

WEATHER: Moderate rain and wind gusts in the forecast for Whatcom County this weekend

Total rainfall over the two days could exceed 2" in the region.

4 weeks ago

Whatcom County gas prices continue to rise while U.S. average drops

Washington still has the third-highest gas prices in the country.

4 weeks ago

Over $1.4 million in scholarships awarded to Bellingham Technical College students

Nearly 600 students are set to receive an average of $2,400 each. That’s around 80% of all students who applied.

4 weeks ago

Elevated biotoxins close recreational shellfish harvest in Birch Bay

Before harvesting shellfish, check for biotoxin and pollution closures by using the Washington Shellfish Closure map or by calling the Department of Health Biotoxin Hotline at 1-800-562-5632.

4 weeks ago

New road map for Washington state’s transportation network revealed to the public

Some of the solutions the transportation commission came up with include supporting zero-emission transportation, flexible transit systems and cross-jurisdictional partnerships.

4 weeks ago

BRIEF: Man killed after being struck by train in Bellingham

BPD add that the man was leaning against a wheelchair at the time of the accident.

4 weeks ago

Port of Bellingham begins search for new executive director

The commission expects that community members will have input on the final candidates during a public forum.

4 weeks ago

Mabel the cow finds her new home on San Juan Island

Mabel was less than a year old when she escaped from a trailer on Alabama Hill while being taken to an auction in August 2024.

4 weeks ago

Gov. Bob Ferguson announces new program to boost LGBTQ+ business

The program is designed to help out businesses with over 51% LGBTQ+ ownership.

4 weeks ago

Bellingham Police investigate potential hate crime, assault of apartment building security guard

Two suspects were arrested and remain at the Whatcom County Jail without bail.

4 weeks ago

Whatcom County Council votes to acquire forest land on Stewart Mountain

The acquisition comes in partnership with the state Department of Ecology, totaling roughly $5.5 million in funding through the Streamflow Restoration Grant program.

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