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5 days ago
Efforts intensify to find missing hiker on Twin Sisters Mountain
On Sunday, Snohomish County Helicopter Rescue Team flew a crew to the South Twin Sister peak in an effort to search the mountain's glacier on foot.
5 days ago
BC wildfire causing smoky air conditions in Whatcom County
The fire has been burning north of Hope, B.C. since Thursday, July 2.
5 days ago
Both directions of I-5 to be reduced to one lane for two weeks south of Bellingham
WSDOT is encouraging drivers to consider using SR 9 or Chuckanut Drive to avoid delays.
5 days ago
Alpha Technologies to close Bellingham unit, laying off 75 workers
The location near BLI is slated to close in mid-October.
5 days ago
Rent price-fixing initiative heads to November ballot
The initiative targets data-combing software used by landlords.
5 days ago
Teen killed in Sedro-Woolley hit-and-run, suspect arrested
Witnesses were able to track down the suspect a block away from the crash site.
1 week ago
Warm, sunny weather predicted for 4th of July weekend
Forecasters warn there could be some strong winds though, with a good chance of gusts exceeding 20 mph.
1 week ago
Whatcom County to host third community meeting for new jail
Residents can share their feedback ahead of a major decision point looming in August.
1 week ago
Let’s Go Washington hands in signatures for “millionaire’s tax” challenge
The Washington state Secretary of State's office will verify the signatures in the coming days.
1 week ago
Office vacancies climb in Bellingham as retail market holds steady in Q2
Downtown retail vacancies saw a minor drop in the second quarter of 2026.
1 week ago
Port of Bellingham lands $23.5 million to rebuild shipping terminal
North Pier upgrades are expected to add port jobs and generate millions in annual economic impact for Whatcom County.
1 week ago
Ferndale’s busiest fire station now staffed 24/7
District leaders expect faster EMS response times in downtown Ferndale and near the freeway.
1 week ago
Rescuers search for missing Canadian hiker in North Cascades
34-year-old Gursimran Singh was last known to be hiking South Twin.
1 week ago
Whatcom County celebrates America’s 250th anniversary with fireworks in Bellingham, Blaine
Whatever you plan on doing for the Fourth of July, make sure you plan ahead to do it safely.
1 week ago
Whatcom County clean water projects funded through Ecology grants, loans
Over $5.6 million will go towards several projects in the county, plus 8 more projects in neighboring counties received funds.
1 week ago
REPORT: Wages in Whatcom County top national average, trail Skagit
The highest paid professions included management, healthcare practitioners and technical staff followed by computer and math-related jobs.
1 week ago
Whatcom County sees slowest population growth in five years
The slowing growth in the county mirrored statewide and national trends.
1 week ago
Calming your pet down when the fireworks go off
Whatcom Veterinary Hospital wants you to keep in mind your furry friends this Fourth of July.
1 week ago
Here are the rules for letting off fireworks legally this 4th of July in Whatcom
Fireworks are still banned in Bellingham city limits, but other municipalities have their own rules.
2 weeks ago
Keeping your business comfortable for customers and you this July
It may be worth it to evaluate the efficiency of your HVAC equipment if you feel like you just can't cool down without breaking the bank.
