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1 day ago

Double plays and errors send Mariners to first Game 7 still seeking their World Series debut

The only major league team without a pennant, Seattle will play a Game 7 for the first time in franchise history Monday night at Toronto.

6 days ago

Retail vacancies in Bellingham increase as costs to operate rise

BELLINGHAM, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – Bellingham’s retail vacancy rate rose in the third quarter of 2025. According to Pacific Continental Realty…

1 week ago

Skagit County Planning Commission seeks public input on proposed agritourism policies

The planning commission is scheduled to make a decision on the proposed changes on Nov. 18. 

2 weeks ago

Port of Bellingham plans to boost economy in Point Roberts

Port staff will present the strategy to a community advisory committee in Point Roberts on Oct. 16 before getting feedback from residents.

2 weeks ago

Sustainable Connections co-founder, Executive Director announces resignation

Long saw an expansion of the organization during his tenure, working in a variety of sectors within Whatcom County.

2 weeks ago

Whatcom County sees largest drop in home prices since 2023

WHATCOM COUNTY, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – Home sale prices in Whatcom County saw their biggest drop in two years over the…

2 weeks ago

Skagit County dairy worker pleads guilty to workers compensation fraud

The worker collected benefits off and on for several years following the injury to his neck and back, however the allegations of fraud apply to the last few years of that time.

3 weeks ago

WTA moves to finalize purchase of former Base Camp property

The organization plans to add housing and office space to the property on Cornwall Avenue.

3 weeks ago

Thai Maison owners to take over Carnal location with new Japanese-style tavern

The Carnal team will still keep their next door fast-casual spot Accomplice open for the future as they expand their work in the artisanal jerky business online. 

3 weeks ago

David Wight: Glass Artist

In glass artist David Wight's Sunnyland studio, he creates a plethora of pieces he hopes embody the energy of the ocean using skills he developed in the Pacific Northwest to grace homes and galleries throughout the world.

3 weeks ago

Washington minimum wage rising in 2026

L&I also notes that they have changed the minimum salary requirement for overtime exemption, raising the threshold to roughly $80,000 a year, depending on employer size.

3 weeks ago

New retail sales tax begins implementation October 1

The new tax is expected to impact over 90,000 businesses across the state.

3 weeks ago

Threshold may change for business licenses in Bellingham

The new regulations, if passed, would take effect on January 1.

4 weeks ago

Downtown Bellingham restaurant ‘Carnal’ announces closure date

The location on State Street has been serving up fine dining experiences with seasonal menus since early 2020.

4 weeks ago

Whatcom County sees unemployment rate increase this summer

Skagit County saw a similar trend, where its jobless rate had a minor increase from July to August, but took a moderate drop from where it sat the same time last year.

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