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Ed Curtis: Kementari’s Creatures
Kementari's opened to fill the niche for exotic pets in Whatcom County four years ago. Owner Ed Curtis keeps a booming business with the creepy crawlies he and others keep as beloved household pets.
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WA, Bellingham’s minimum wage to rise 60 cents in 2027
The city's rate is set to two dollars above the state's, which just announced an increase.
3 weeks ago
Wall Street closes in on a winning September following an encouraging update on inflation
Some of the pressure that's ballooned in the bond market is easing on Wednesday after a report said inflation across the United States wasn't as bad...
3 weeks ago
A pilot on a flight carrying Israelis stabbed another and apparently tried to crash, Netanyahu says
A pilot on a flight from the United Arab Emirates to Israel stabbed another pilot Wednesday and then apparently tried to crash the jetliner carrying...
3 weeks ago
Whatcom County to lift burn ban for unincorporated areas Thursday
Recent wet weather has helped increase fuel moisture levels on the ground.
3 weeks ago
Bellingham Bay closed for recreational shellfish harvesting
The closure includes Chuckanut Bay and all of Larrabee State Park.
3 weeks ago
BPS to move forward with closures of Carl Cozier and Columbia for 2027-28 school year
The decision is still pending final approval from the school board.
3 weeks ago
Magnitude 4.2 earthquake felt across Puget Sound region
More than 5,100 people reported feeling the Tuesday afternoon quake.
3 weeks ago
Bellingham ordinance clarifies impounding, long-term parking rules
The ordinance takes effect in November.
3 weeks ago
Kratom ban passed by Bellingham City Council
Possession and use of the stimulant is still allowed.
3 weeks ago
Capsized kayaker rescued near Orcas Island
U.S. Coast Guard crews in Bellingham assisted with the rescue.
3 weeks ago
Burn ban to lift for unincorporated Skagit County
Starting in October, residents will be permitted to burn on their property, though some stipulations remain.
3 weeks ago
See the festivities of SeaFeast 2026 | Photos
Check out the sights of this year's SeaFeast at Squalicum Harbor!
3 weeks ago
Bellingham introduces preliminary budget for 2027
The proposed budget would avoid any service or staff cuts, but hinges on future approval of a Regional Fire Authority from voters.
3 weeks ago
Wind advisory issued for Tuesday with more rain to come
Forecasters are warning residents to prepare for a few power outages due to tree limbs being blown down.
3 weeks ago
Part of Mount Baker Hwy to briefly close for winter prep
The road up to Artist Point will remain open; no seasonal closure date has been announced
4 weeks ago
Whatcom County-owned grader found damaged, sheriff’s office investigating
The grader is valued at roughly $250,000 and is believed to have been driven from its original location at Clark Pit.
4 weeks ago
Sedro-Woolley joins Mount Vernon in ending use of Flock cameras
A new state law has placed stricter regulations for the automated license plate reader system as it comes under increased public scrutiny.
4 weeks ago
Paper Whale to open art space at former Public Market
Whatcom Transportation Authority purchased the former Base Camp location last year with plans to eventually create a new bus station at the Cornwall Avenue location.
4 weeks ago
Division Street Bridge in Mount Vernon targeted to reopen by Thanksgiving
The bridge will be fully closed to traffic for two weeks starting in November under the accelerated construction timeline.
