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2 weeks ago
Vancouver Island wildfire sends smoke into Whatcom, San Juan Counties
The fire was discovered over the weekend and has burned hundreds of acres.
2 weeks ago
WWU achieves top spot in new regional school ranking
The university was also recognized for its accessibility to veterans and ranked well in comparison to other schools in the western U.S.
3 weeks ago
UPDATE: Missing Lummi Nation teen found after nearly three weeks
WSP cancelled the MIPA on the morning of Oct. 5.
3 weeks ago
Bellingham joins lawsuit against Trump Administration over grant requirements
The city claims grant funds are illegally hinging on its compliance with the president's political agenda.
3 weeks ago
Social media speculation prompts statement from Bellingham Public Schools
Concerns over school closures and building tours led to Tuesday's statement.
3 weeks ago
Generic medication settlement to benefit WA residents, businesses
Lawsuits have accused several companies of artificially inflating generic medication prices.
3 weeks ago
Whatcom County’s unemployment rate rises nearly a full a percentage point in August
The spike came as the increase in unemployed residents outpaced the county's job gains.
3 weeks ago
State DNR waives access fees for Public Lands Day
It's one of 12 annual free days at State Parks and lands managed by DNR and WDFW.
3 weeks ago
State Street to close for filming a major motion picture
The movie has not been named, though several casting calls for extras have become active.
3 weeks ago
New preschool sites coming to Whatcom County schools
Low-income families could be eligible for free preschool in Lynden, Ferndale and Blaine.
3 weeks ago
Diesel prices reach all-time record in Whatcom County
They also set records at the state and national level, while the price of regular gas has remained stable over the past week.
3 weeks ago
Second hiker found dead on trail in Skagit County
The recovery operation was conducted less than 24 hours after another hiker's body was found off the same trail.
3 weeks ago
Man arrested in connection to Skagit County robbery
A second suspect has not yet been located.
3 weeks ago
Car crash caused by medical issue kills Sumas man
The driver was the only person in the car at the time.
3 weeks ago
PeaceHealth to lay off 150 WA employees, including 17 in Bellingham
The organization could announce more layoffs as it prepares to outsource its IT services in November.
3 weeks ago
UPDATE: Missing Sauk Mountain hiker found dead
The 78-year-old was last seen near the top of the trail wearing a yellow shirt and hat.
3 weeks ago
Emergency training drill planned for Bellingham Int’l Airport
The FAA requires all airports to conduct this training every three years.
3 weeks ago
Whatcom County Council members to hold Q&A in Point Roberts
It comes amid a push to incorporate more feedback from exclave communities at the federal level.
3 weeks ago
WWU announces plans for new college, potential calendar change, AI regulation and more
President Sabah Randhawa gave several updates in his annual address on Thursday.
