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2 days ago
Deming Oktoberfest, Celtic Festival, Harvest Festival and live music | Lifestyle Lookout
If you want to celebrate the fall season, Celtic music, German heritage or all of the above, we have you covered in this week’s Lifestyle Lookout.
4 days ago
Summer real estate report shows change in market for retail, property
Downtown Bellingham retail vacancies rose as county-wide property sales slowed slightly over the summer.
5 days ago
Thurston County judge rules against new sheriffs law
The state plans to appeal the ruling, which removes a requirement that sheriffs need at least five years of law enforcement experience.
5 days ago
Gas prices fall nine cents over past week in Whatcom County
Analysts attribute the nation-wide drop at the pump to rising oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz.
5 days ago
Bellingham Public Schools hosting group discussions on school closures
The closures are not finalized until voted on by the school board.
5 days ago
WSF crew shortage impacts sailings throughout Puget Sound
Crewmembers recently called on the governor to address burnout and wage gaps.
1 week ago
Gov. Ferguson pushes for phone-free schools statewide
Students would be required to keep phones stored away during the school day under proposed legislation.
1 week ago
WA leaders push back on Canada’s plan for new oil pipeline
Governor Bob Ferguson claims the project would bring greater danger to the Salish Sea ecosystem.
1 week ago
I-5 bridge work over Chuckanut Creek nearing completion
Lanes could shift back onto the main roadway by Oct. 9.
1 week ago
Refinery donates van to Skagit County organization
The animal shelter's original van was vandalized over the summer.
1 week ago
Bellingham mulls changes to home business rules
Current regulations limit where businesses can be run and how many employees can be hired. Monday, Oct. 5's meeting could change that.
1 week ago
Owner of downtown Bellingham’s Cof& detained, in ICE custody
DHS says Oscar Quintero Frias lawfully entered the US from Colombia in 2021, but only had permission to stay for six months.
1 week ago
Costco lawsuit claims ‘sugar-free’ product contains sugar
The class-action lawsuit is seeking $5 million in damages.
1 week ago
Keeping the scary things in the horror movies this October | Sponsored
Protecting your home from the creepy crawlies and rodents will save you money down the line.
1 week ago
Unity Care NW names next CEO
Bonnie Ross will succeed Jodi Joyce, who retired in June after six years in the position.
1 week ago
Mount Baker Ski Area opens new retail location
Baker merch, winter gear and mountain information are among the store's offerings.
1 week ago
Bellingham mayor to address local uptick in ICE arrests in community meeting
It comes as Whatcom County saw a spike in immigration arrests over the summer.
1 week ago
Mount Baker Hwy, Ski Area preparing for winter season
Closures for the roadway are scheduled for Monday and Tuesday.
1 week ago
Consider comfort in the home this October | Sponsored
October is here, and with it come those cool fall nights. When you find yourself bundling up inside the house, it may be worth looking into whether your heating system is up to scratch.
1 week ago
Washington revenue forecast improves while budget challenges remain
Officials expect higher revenues through 2031, but caution tough budget decisions remain.
