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6 days ago

Ongoing government shutdown could impact healthcare of thousands of Washington residents

Open enrollment for 2026 begins on Nov. 1 through the Washington Healthplanfinder.

6 days ago

Orcas Island woman released from Israeli detention facility following Gaza aid flotilla

Israel's military intercepted the flotilla and detained its members on Oct. 1. 

6 days ago

Utility rates for Bellingham residents to increase in 2026

On average, water customers will see an average increase of 13.5%, with additional increases planned in the coming years.

6 days ago

Two people fined for ‘probates for profit’ scheme in Skagit County

The two collected unjustified commissions on estate homes behind the backs of families of deceased strangers.

6 days ago

Lynden City Council approves new sales tax starting January

The city projects the tax will raise up to $400,000 in revenue next year.

1 week ago

Ballots to be mailed out to Whatcom County voters starting Oct. 15

Voters will decide on a state constitutional amendment, local initiatives, numerous council races on the city and county levels, school district directors and a Port of Bellingham seat.

1 week ago

Lummi Nation celebrates Indigenous People’s Day

The night's festivities will center around weaving the past, present and future.

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. 

1 week ago

Blaine man sentenced to over 15 years in prison for assaulting former partner

The man will not be allowed to make contact with the woman after he's released from prison.

1 week ago

Cooler temperatures bring frost into Whatcom County’s forecast this week

About 2-4 inches of snow is expected in the higher elevations of the North Cascades through Monday night. 

1 week ago

Dept. of Health receives second round of funding for food assistance program in Washington

The DOH is advising program users that some WIC officers may temporarily close as a result of the shutdown.

2 weeks ago

Overnight lane closures set for I-5 in Ferndale through Oct. 17

The work is part of a project to improve a 10-mile stretch of the highway between Blaine and the Nooksack River. 

2 weeks ago

Cooler temperatures bring snow into North Cascades forecast

The weather could also make for a windy few days in Whatcom County, with coastal winds reaching up to 35 mph.

2 weeks ago

Western Washington University sees drop in enrollment

That's roughly 300 less than last year's incoming class, marking the third straight fall of declining enrollment following a post-pandemic surge.

2 weeks ago

State officials voice concerns over harassment of signature gatherers

Conservative political action committee Let's Go Washington says its group has been the target of harassment, vandalism and theft while gathering signatures for its two new initiatives.

2 weeks ago

Whatcom County warns of potential listeria contamination in ready-to-eat meals

Anyone who may have the affected products in their fridge or freezer should throw it away or return it to where they bought it. 

2 weeks ago

Local authorities search for missing U.S. citizen last seen near Canadian border

Anyone who may have seen him over the past two years is asked to contact White Rock RCMP. 

2 weeks ago

Whatcom County approves lease for severe weather shelter

County Health and Community Services adds that they're still hiring on-call shelter attendants, including lead positions.

2 weeks ago

Lynden City Council considers sales tax increase ordinance

If approved by the council, Lynden's expected fiscal impact would be up to $400,000 in a year and the tax would go into effect in January.

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.

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