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3 weeks ago
Public hearings to cover eminent land domain, grant spending
The Whatcom County Council will discuss both topics at their Aug. 11 meeting.
3 weeks ago
Air quality improves across much of Whatcom County on Thursday
The air was unhealthy for sensitive groups in Sumas, Nooksack, Kendall and Maple Falls in the afternoon.
3 weeks ago
Burn ban issued for city of Bellingham
Dry conditions and elevated fire risks led to the ban, which includes recreational fires and fire pits.
3 weeks ago
Skagit County Fair, mountain biking, outdoor cinema, live music and more | Lifestyle Lookout
BELLINGHAM, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – Wildfire smoke is clearing out of our area just in time to enjoy a gorgeous weekend.…
3 weeks ago
Hearing scheduled for appeal to new Edgemoor subdivision
Protect Mud Bay Cliffs filed the appeal in June after an Environmental Impact Statement for the new residential area was denied.
3 weeks ago
Two bats test positive for rabies in Whatcom County
Residents are being reminded to avoid contact with bats as encounters rise during summer.
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AG Brown warns against donating to unverified wildfire relief funds
The message from the state: be generous, but make sure your money is going where you intend. Scammers may be looking to take advantage of this.
3 weeks ago
New jail update: Whatcom County Council requests second courtroom, reentry
Initial plans submitted to the Council in June did not feature space for either service.
3 weeks ago
Air quality dips further in greater parts of Whatcom County
Everson, Kendall and Maple Falls have reached "hazardous" levels.
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WSF to add three new vessels starting in 2030
New ferries haven't been added to Washington state's fleet since 2018.
3 weeks ago
Nooksack appoints Marshall Judy as new mayor
Judy succeeds Kevin Hester, who passed away in June after over fours years in the position.
3 weeks ago
Permanent speed limit change to be implemented in Skagit County
Crash data and concerns from area residents led to WSDOT implementing the new limit.
3 weeks ago
UPDATED: Results in 2026 Primary election for Whatcom County
As of Thursday's tally, Eamonn Collins is only 2 votes behind Michael Shepard for the District 42 state Senate seat.
3 weeks ago
Road work expected to impact I-5, north Whatcom County drivers
The work is part of a regional pavement preservation project designed to extend the life of highways across northwest Washington.
3 weeks ago
Gas prices creep higher, seasonal price drop likely delayed if mid-East diplomacy stalls
Historically, gas prices ease after the summer travel season comes to an end.
3 weeks ago
WA education council considers expanding grant applicant support
Gov. Bob Ferguson said his proposal requiring graduating seniors to either opt-out or complete FAFSA registration will be requested in the upcoming legislative session.
3 weeks ago
Whatcom County Auditor seeks opposition statements for local propositions, initiatives
Applicants must live in the impacted area of those ballot measures and apply by Monday, Aug. 10.
3 weeks ago
Former WWU employee sues school over disability accommodations
The lawsuit alleges Western accommodated another employee after refusing to provide the same service for the plaintiff.
3 weeks ago
DOJ, OpenAI reach settlement over hiring practices
OpenAI's software division is based in Bellevue.
3 weeks ago
UPDATE: Air quality alert issued for east Whatcom County, heat advisory for region
Forecasters expect winds to keep pushing wildfire smoke from B.C. and eastern Washington into the county through Thursday.
