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2 weeks ago in Education, Elections, High School, Lifestyle, Local, Sports, Trending

Mount Vernon voters to decide on capital levy for covered bleachers, more stadium upgrades

The school board voted to send the levy to the February 2027 special election ballot.

3 weeks ago in Local Sports, Local Sports, Northwest Sports, Professional, Sports

Victor Hedman’s OT goal lifts Lightning past Kraken 4-3

Beniers’ tip-in goal in the third tied the game with 4:19 left in regulation.

4 weeks ago in Education, High School, Local, Local Sports, Sports, Trending

Mount Vernon School District mulls upgrades to athletic facilities

A district committee recommended two six-year capital levy options to fund a covered stadium, among other improvements.

Entertainment

1 day ago in Entertainment

Awkwafina digs into her culinary roots to try something a little crazy: Open a restaurant

Awkwafina was feeling under the weather recently and decided she was going to make soup. And that startled her because she hasn't always been the kind of person who made soup.

1 day ago in Entertainment, Music, Trending

25 years after ‘Britney,’ 5 new Britney Spears songs showcase a pop icon at a transformative moment

Legacy Recordings on Friday is releasing "Britney (25th Anniversary Edition)," an expanded reissue of her pivotal record, which went quadruple platinum in less than two months. The collection features two remixes and five previously unreleased songs from that era, her first new (or is it old?) music since she announced she would "never return to the music industry" in a 2024 Instagram post.

National

20 hours ago in Crime, Local, National, Trending

Alleged killer of Montana deputy from Bellingham dies in custody

Matthew Dye is accused of shooting and killing Squalicum graduate Ryan Terpsma during a response in Montana.

2 days ago in Government, Local, National, Traffic, Trending

Bellingham awarded federal grant to speed emergency response, improve traffic safety

Funding will modernize traffic systems to help first responders move through the city faster and reduce crashes at intersections.

3 days ago in National

What’s next in the investigation of the Learjet crash in Florida that killed 9?

Investigators are just beginning the lengthy process of determining why a business jet plummeted from the sky in Florida after encountering a thunderstorm and slammed into the ground with such force that it created a crater and shattered the plane.

3 days ago in Elections, Local, National, Photos, Trending

Election night in images | Photos

See images from Whatcom County's big night for election night 2026.

3 days ago in National, Trending

Democrats usher in a new era with their resounding sweep of the House and the Senate

Democrats are riding their sweep of Congress into a new era, eager to meet voter demands for change with plans to tackle high costs of living and confront President Donald Trump's final years in the White House.

Trending

1 day ago in Entertainment, Music, Trending

25 years after ‘Britney,’ 5 new Britney Spears songs showcase a pop icon at a transformative moment

Legacy Recordings on Friday is releasing "Britney (25th Anniversary Edition)," an expanded reissue of her pivotal record, which went quadruple platinum in less than two months. The collection features two remixes and five previously unreleased songs from that era, her first new (or is it old?) music since she announced she would "never return to the music industry" in a 2024 Instagram post.

2 days ago in Sports, Trending

Cristiano Ronaldo announces his international retirement from Portugal

Cristiano Ronaldo won't play for Portugal anymore, ending on Thursday a career that spanned six World Cups and included a European title and the men's all-time international scoring record.

News from My Bellingham Now

18 hours ago in Farm, Health and Wellness, Local, Trending

Bird flu detected in Pierce County poultry facility

This marks the first instance of a commercial flock reporting an infection.

18 hours ago in Government, Local, Traffic, Trending

Department of Licensing reopens Mount Vernon office

The office is currently only accepting walk-ins, with appointments to be made available in the coming weeks.

18 hours ago in Business, Government, Local, Traffic, Trending

Whatcom County Council to hold public hearings on parking restrictions, power capacity

Residents have complained about visibility issues when turning onto a particular county road.

19 hours ago in Lifestyle, Local, Trending, Weather

Outlook for first November weekend predicts stormy weather

Puget Sound Energy put a statement alerting customers that ongoing strong weather systems may impact power lines over the next few weeks.

20 hours ago in Crime, Education, Local, Trending

Former BPS employee pleads not guilty to child rape

Russ Robinson is accused of sexually assaulting a student while he was a wrestling coach at Squalicum High School.

Music

1 day ago in Entertainment, Music, Trending

25 years after ‘Britney,’ 5 new Britney Spears songs showcase a pop icon at a transformative moment

Legacy Recordings on Friday is releasing "Britney (25th Anniversary Edition)," an expanded reissue of her pivotal record, which went quadruple platinum in less than two months. The collection features two remixes and five previously unreleased songs from that era, her first new (or is it old?) music since she announced she would "never return to the music industry" in a 2024 Instagram post.

2 days ago in Entertainment, Music

Everything you need to know about the 2026 Latin Grammy Awards. Here’s how to watch

The 2026 Latin Grammy Awards are right around the corner. Are you ready? If not, no problema. Here's everything you need to know about watching the 2026 Latin Grammys, including how to stream the show and where you can see music's biggest stars walking the red carpet.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music

Jay-Z picks himself to headline the Super Bowl halftime show at SoFi Stadium in Southern California

The man who has helped produce the Super Bowl halftime show is stepping into the spotlight: Jay-Z will headline the show himself. The NFL, Apple Music and Roc Nation announced Monday night that Jay-Z will be the featured performer for the halftime festivities on Feb. 14 at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California.

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