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3 weeks ago
WA Department of Licensing temporarily closes Mount Vernon office
The office will be closed until early November while the DOL addresses ongoing staffing issues.
3 weeks ago
Shepard, Collins officially headed for hand recount in state Senate race
Michael Shepard led Eamonn Collins by just four votes after primary election results were certified Tuesday morning.
3 weeks ago
Amtrak extends service cancellation between Seattle and Portland
A warehouse fire near the tracks led to the cancellations.
3 weeks ago
DFW increases patrols after Lake Whatcom bear encounter
The department says neither the woman nor her dog were injured by the bear.
3 weeks ago
Noisy Waters Mural Festival | PHOTOS
BELLINGHAM, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – The Noisy Waters Mural Festival returned to Bellingham’s waterfront for the fourth time this year, bringing…
3 weeks ago
Law enforcement search for missing vulnerable man
He was last seen July 25 in the Maple Falls and Kendall area.
3 weeks ago
Target shooting temporarily banned in Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest
It comes after the state DNR confirmed a wildfire in Skagit County was sparked by recreational target shooting.
3 weeks ago
Mayor Lund, City of Bellingham host final “Ask Us Anything” meeting
The meeting takes place in north Bellingham Wednesday near the city's recent cleanup of its largest homeless encampment.
3 weeks ago
Canadian visitors to Whatcom County drop in July after promising start to summer
Researchers have found that the majority of local business around the county are feeling the strain of the drop in visitors.
3 weeks ago
WSF crew rescues rowboaters near Orcas Island
No one on board required medical attention.
4 weeks ago
PDC launches investigation into Let’s Go Washington
The campaign-finance watchdog is investigating allegations that the group failed to disclose political advertising by influencer Brandi Kruse.
4 weeks ago
Rail crossing closure planned in Mount Vernon
Emergency repairs may close the crossing for up to an hour at a time.
4 weeks ago
San Juan County receives first official air quality monitor in Friday Harbor
It comes as Whatcom and Skagit counties remain under an air quality alert through Saturday morning.
4 weeks ago
Bellingham to conduct wastewater line testing
The smoke is non-toxic, and residents will be notified ahead of testing.
4 weeks ago
Mount Vernon adopts six-month moratorium on data centers
The decision follows similar moves by Skagit County and La Conner.
4 weeks ago
UPDATE: Missing teen found after last seen heading to Bellis Fair Mall
14-year-old Terrence Charlie was last seen leaving his home around 5 p.m. on Monday on his way to the mall.
4 weeks ago
Judge bars Kalshi from accepting, promoting bets in Washington
Kalshi has branded itself as a "prediction market," even airing ads that seemingly flout Washington's gambling laws.
4 weeks ago
Northwest Washington job growth projected to remain slow
The region's job market is expected to grow at a slower rate than the state's through 2029.
4 weeks ago
Whatcom County to host Court Education Day
The free event will allow members of the public to learn more about the local judicial services offered in Whatcom County.
4 weeks ago
Bellingham scratches plans for day shelter in Roosevelt neighborhood after operator withdraws
The city says it remains committed to creating a day shelter and will continue to pursue all available options.
