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23 hours ago

BRIEF: Law enforcement search for missing Everson teen

She's described as 4'10" with brown hair and brown eyes, and was last wearing a gray sweatshirt, red pants and white sneakers.

23 hours ago

Union workers at Bellingham Herald strike over use of AI in news stories

The one-day strike comes amid contract negotiations between the Washington State News Guild and McClatchy.

24 hours ago

New Birch Bay incorporation study released

Researchers looked at four possible scenarios with varying financial implications.

24 hours ago

Whatcom Fire District 1 taps Brian Atkins as new fire chief

Outgoing Fire Chief Rachel Carlson is taking a new leadership role with the Bellingham Fire Department.

1 day ago

Whatcom County’s jobless rate holds steady in April amid slowing state economy

Skagit County saw a nearly identical trend as its neighbor just north.

1 day ago

CONTRIBUTED: Bee Spill Anniversary

WHATCOM COUNTY, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – The historic eruption of Mount Saint Helens in 1980 isn’t the only notable May anniversary.…

3 days ago

PHOTOS: Bonus images of Ski to Sea 2026

See the range of activity that overtook Whatcom County during the 51st Ski to Sea race.

3 days ago

Pacific North Sports wins Ski to Sea 2026

The team overtook Marr's Heating in the sea kayak leg, winning by just 30 seconds.

3 days ago

Ski to Sea 2026: Live updates

Sea Kayaker Ian Sawyer of Pacific North Sports finishes first in Ski to Sea 2026 with Esteban Juranovics of Marr's coming in nearly 30 seconds after.

5 days ago

Playground at Hovander Homestead Park expected to reopen this weekend

It completes the full reopening of the 350-acre park following two flood-related closures.

5 days ago

Memorial Day weekend kicks off with parade in downtown Bellingham

There will also be several events in Bellingham and Ferndale on Monday.

5 days ago

Construction set to begin for Birch Bay Library Express

The new location will likely be ready for the public by January 2027.

5 days ago

Recent settlement spurs rule change in foster parent requirements

Court documents state the settlement comes after two foster parents sued the state for violating their First Amendment rights.

5 days ago

Skagit County schedules June burn ban

Recreational and cooking fires will still be allowed.

6 days ago

Canada-based AltaGas appeals ruling of mishandled expansion of energy terminal at Cherry Point

The first court hearing is scheduled for June 26 in Skagit County Superior Court.

6 days ago

Washington reaches settlement with Homeaglow over deceptive membership practices

The state said the home cleaning platform roped residents into memberships with excessive cancellation fees and fabricated reviews.

6 days ago

Nooksack River training turns into pair of rescues

The Whatcom County Water Rescue Task Force is reminding any canoers or kayakers to be aware of changing river conditions and to always wear a life jacket on the water.

6 days ago

Lanes to be restored on I-5 ahead of Memorial Day travel rush

An on-ramp in Alger will stay closed through May 31.

6 days ago

Lifestyle Lookout: Ski to Sea, Fairhaven Festival, Memorial Day Parade and live music

KGMI will have live coverage of the 2026 Ski to Sea race from the starting line at Heather Meadows starting at 7 a.m. and then again starting at 1 p.m. from Marine Park in Fairhaven.

7 days ago

North Fork Nooksack River nears spring opening for hatchery Chinook

The season lasts from May 23 through June 30, though it could end earlier depending on catch counts.

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