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5 days ago

Noisy Waters Mural Festival announces 2026 winners

Three new murals will grace the streets of Bellingham in 2027.

5 days ago

Outshine fruit popsicles recalled over glass contamination concerns

The company says no injuries or illnesses have been reported.

5 days ago

NTSB investigation finds bad weather may have contributed to seaplane crash at Sucia Island

The preliminary report did not give a definitive cause of the July 23 crash.

5 days ago

Containment efforts on Border 2 Fire see significant progress

Whatcom County's largest wildfire is now 43% contained as of Thursday.

5 days ago

Invasive beetle that could wipe out ash trees in Washington state discovered

Experts say there's no proven way to eradicate the beetle once it's established.

6 days ago

End of the Fair, Downtown Distilled, Paranormal Cirque, SeaFeast and more | Lifestyle Lookout

We have a bunch of fun events for you in this week’s Lifestyle Lookout.

6 days ago

Air pollution upgrades approved for Post Point Wastewater Treatment Plant

Design and preconstruction of the equipment is expected to continue into 2027, with construction beginning later that year and taking place over the following 3 1/2 years.

6 days ago

Bellingham Public Schools joins nationwide lawsuit against social media companies

BPS is among a number of school districts in Washington that are accusing the companies of encouraging addictive behavior in kids.

6 days ago

WWU offering expanded admission options for WA high school students

Students can automatically be considered for the program if they apply through the Western Application or the Common App.

6 days ago

Washington’s unemployment rate drops for first time since 2024

The state added its most seasonally-adjusted jobs in over a year and a half in July.

6 days ago

WA Android users to split $13 million in settlement funds

A lawsuit filed in 2021 accused Google of holding a monopoly on app stores.

1 week ago

WA Department of Licensing temporarily closes Mount Vernon office

The office will be closed until early November while the DOL addresses ongoing staffing issues.

1 week ago

Shepard, Collins officially headed for hand recount in state Senate race

Michael Shepard led Eamonn Collins by just four votes after primary election results were certified Tuesday morning.

1 week ago

Amtrak extends service cancellation between Seattle and Portland

A warehouse fire near the tracks led to the cancellations.

1 week ago

DFW increases patrols after Lake Whatcom bear encounter

The department says neither the woman nor her dog were injured by the bear.

1 week ago

Noisy Waters Mural Festival | PHOTOS

BELLINGHAM, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – The Noisy Waters Mural Festival returned to Bellingham’s waterfront for the fourth time this year, bringing…

1 week ago

Law enforcement search for missing vulnerable man

He was last seen July 25 in the Maple Falls and Kendall area.

1 week ago

Target shooting temporarily banned in Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest

It comes after the state DNR confirmed a wildfire in Skagit County was sparked by recreational target shooting.

1 week ago

Mayor Lund, City of Bellingham host final “Ask Us Anything” meeting

The meeting takes place in north Bellingham Wednesday near the city's recent cleanup of its largest homeless encampment.

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How to reset your child’s sleep schedule for back-to-school season

After a summer of vacations and late nights, it's time to set those back-to-school alarms. A good night's sleep helps students stay focused and attentive in class. Experts say it's worth easing kids back into a routine with the start of a new school year.