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9 hours ago in Features, Lifestyle, We Are Whatcom

Cathy Buckley: Owner & Manager of Bellingham Athletic Club

Celebrating 50 years of business in Bellingham, the athletic club has evolved through the years with expansions and ownership changes. Since 1997, Cathy Buckley has owned and operated the athletic club.

11 hours ago in Community Events, Lifestyle, Local

Flood recovery group puts out urgent call for volunteers

The Whatcom Long Term Recovery Group will be cleaning out flood-damaged houses on Saturday, Jan. 17, and Monday, Jan. 19.

15 hours ago in Community Events, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local, Outdoors

2026 Ski to Sea race sells out in record time

Whatcom County's most anticipated race of the year takes place on May 24.

16 hours ago in Lifestyle, Local, Outdoors

Hovander Homestead Park expected to fully reopen by end of January

The Ferndale park has been closed for over a month due to December's historic flooding.

16 hours ago in Environmental, Lifestyle, Local

Stage 1 burn ban issued for Columbia Valley in Whatcom County

In a stage 1 burn ban, residents in the affected area are not allowed to burn wood in fireplaces or uncertified wood stoves unless it is their only source of heat.