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2 weeks ago

Backcountry Essentials celebrates 20 years in business

With summer just around the bend, it is a great opportunity to stock up on all your outdoor gear to safely hit the trails or get your winter gear ready for storage.  

2 weeks ago

WSDOT targets 4th of July reopening for North Cascades Highway as repairs continue

Crews are conducting around the clock emergency repairs on two separate stretches of the highway.

2 weeks ago

Birch Bay Waterslides listed for sale after announced closure

Listing agent Patrick Starr notes that future owners could capitalize on expanding into the nearly 14.5 acres of space.

2 weeks ago

Whatcom County Council approves framework for new jail

The vote concludes two weeks of debate centered around balancing the size of the jail with long-term commitments to fund behavioral health services.

2 weeks ago

Tiffany DeSimone takes over as Port Executive Director

DeSimone had been serving as the interim Director since last summer, when the port parted ways with former director Rob Fix.

2 weeks ago

BRIEF: 84th Plowing Match canceled following sudden death of repeat champion

Memorial services for Craig Shagren have yet to be announced.

2 weeks ago

New exhibit highlights talent of Ferndale art students

A special opening day event runs from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursday, May 14 at It's About Time Cultural Arts Center.

2 weeks ago

Seattle finalizes $4 billion relicensing agreement on Skagit River dams

The dams supply about 20% of Seattle's electricity.

2 weeks ago

Whatcom County warns of significant service reductions ahead of budget planning process

The county's budget shortfall is currently tabbed at $14 million by 2028.

2 weeks ago

Online meeting to allow public to speak on proposed Ranch Quarry Mine

If you are unable to participate in the public comment period, Whatcom County is still receiving written, emailed and online comments on their website through May 29.

2 weeks ago

Second flood assistance center opens in Everson

The deadline for any FEMA or SBA financial assistance is due by June 10.

2 weeks ago

Alaska Airlines adds second daily flight from Bellingham to Portland

The new midday flight will begin round-trip service in November.

2 weeks ago

New information from police detail lead-up to fatal shooting in Ferndale

Police have identified the suspected shooter, who made his initial court appearance on Monday.

2 weeks ago

Bellingham leaders to take questions from Roosevelt community on proposed day shelter

City spokesperson Melissa Morin noted that this meeting is not a public hearing, and the invitation is not open to the public, though no one will be turned away.

2 weeks ago

Blaine woman arrested, victim hospitalized following assault near Zuanich Point Park

Police say the seemingly unprovoked attack began when the woman tried to take the victim's dog.

2 weeks ago

New park on Bakerview in need of a name

Public suggestions will be accepted through May 28.

2 weeks ago

Official candidate list released for August 2026 primary election

Ballots are due by mail or in an official ballot box by August 4.

3 weeks ago

WTA to increase service to Fairhaven for Ski to Sea

Buses will run every ten minutes to Fairhaven on May 24.

3 weeks ago

Nationwide cyberattack on learning platform hits WWU, other local colleges

The full scope of the breach hasn't been determined yet, but the impacted data may have included names, emails and student IDs.

3 weeks ago

Let’s Go Washington begins process for initiative seeking to repeal millionaire’s tax

The initiative would need around 400,000 signatures before the July 2 deadline.

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