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2 weeks ago
Why Cyber Monday could break spending records despite economic uncertainty
Deals promoted as some of the best of the holiday season are expected to keep people across the United States glued to their computers and smartphones as the post-Thanksgiving shopping marathon wraps up on Cyber Monday.
2 weeks ago
Rodent-Proofing Your Home Before the Holidays: A Local Expert’s Checklist
As temperatures fall and holiday preparations ramp up, pest control experts in Whatcom County are urging homeowners to take preventive…
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Why December Is Flu and Respiratory Illness Season for Pets
Why December Is Flu and Respiratory Illness Season for Pets As colder weather settles over Whatcom County and families spend…
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Limit wood burning to protect the air and residents of Northwest Washington
Fall is here and winter is coming in Island, San Juan, Skagit, and Whatcom counties. If you burn wood for…
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Top Signs Your Furnace May Fail This Winter in Northwest Washington
As winter temperatures settle over Whatcom County, the heating experts at Feller Heating are warning homeowners to watch for the…
2 weeks ago
Samish Park reopens to the public after extended closure
The park was closed ahead of the summer season in 2024 as crews worked to replace the North Lake Samish Bridge over the course of the next year.
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Heavy holiday traffic forecasted this week from Tacoma to Bellingham
WSDOT has put together a series of charts for traveling on the state's highways over the Thanksgiving holiday.
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Kaiti Lopez: Operations Manager at Ferndale Food Bank
Kaiti Lopez was looking for a new way to contribute to food security at the time that she made the jump into the operations manager role at the Ferndale Food Bank. Juggling a variety of tasks, Lopez makes sure to keep a level head while balancing the needs of their community as well as stretching their budget to its furthest dollar.
2 weeks ago
What’s open on Thanksgiving? Not much, as many stores rest — or prepare — ahead of Black Friday
With Thanksgiving and the formal launch of the holiday shopping season this week, Americans will again gather for Turkey Day meals before knocking off items on their Christmas gift lists.
3 weeks ago
Lighthouse Mission hosts 102nd annual Thanksgiving Dinner for residents in need
The menu this year includes roast turkey, stuffing, garlic mashed potatoes, gravy, sweet potatoes, green bean casserole, salad, ice cream and a selection of pies.
3 weeks ago
Be ready to shine before guests arrive: 4 most common home maintenance mistakes to avoid this holiday season
Vectra Mechanical reports common home maintenance mistakes to avoid this winter, including HVAC checks, plumbing winterization, insulation, and electrical safety.
3 weeks ago
Stores keep prices down in a tough year for turkeys. Other Thanksgiving foods may cost more
The shrinking turkey population amid the ongoing bird flu outbreak is expected to cause wholesale turkey prices to rise 44% this year, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Despite the increase, many stores are offering discounted or even free turkeys to soften the potential blow to Thanksgiving meal budgets.
3 weeks ago
“FEED THE NEED” Food Bank Fund Drive – Donations still accepted through December
The spirit of the Feed the Need fundraiser continues through the rest of 2025. Please consider donating to one of the foodbanks listed below to ensure our neighbors have meals this holiday season.
3 weeks ago
Wintery weather system forecasted for western Washington
Forecasters warn of snow-covered roads on the Snoqualmie and Stevens Pass this week.
3 weeks ago
These 6 kitchen tools can make or break your Thanksgiving dinner
It's the start of Thanksgiving week, the time when home cooks across America suddenly recognize the daunting task ahead. More than 90% of people in the U.S. celebrate the food-centric holiday and more than 1 in 4 attend meals that include more than 10 other people, according to the Pew Research Center.
3 weeks ago
Recreational shellfish harvesting opens back up in Whatcom County
Harvesters are still advised to check the state's shellfish closure map before digging.
3 weeks ago
State and local officials urge Washington residents to get flu shot this season
It comes after 17 people died of the flu in Whatcom County during the last flu season, which was more than the previous five years combined.
3 weeks ago
Staff Picks: Fall and early Holiday Season activities in Bellingham
Lake Padden Enjoying a walk around one of Bellingham’s most popular lakes is a great way to step outside and enjoy the…
3 weeks ago
City of Bellingham offers free trees at upcoming farmer’s market
The tree giveaway is part of the city's effort to improve tree canopy cover, which can help reduce temperatures in warmer months.
3 weeks ago
How to prepare a fireplace for the winter
Home fireplaces typically are wood-burning or gas. Though maintenance for these fireplaces differs, certain preparatory steps must be taken to prepare a fireplace for winter.
