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3 weeks ago
Whatcom County to lift burn ban for unincorporated areas Thursday
Recent wet weather has helped increase fuel moisture levels on the ground.
3 weeks ago
Bellingham Bay closed for recreational shellfish harvesting
The closure includes Chuckanut Bay and all of Larrabee State Park.
3 weeks ago
BPS to move forward with closures of Carl Cozier and Columbia for 2027-28 school year
The decision is still pending final approval from the school board.
3 weeks ago
Magnitude 4.2 earthquake felt across Puget Sound region
More than 5,100 people reported feeling the Tuesday afternoon quake.
3 weeks ago
Bellingham ordinance clarifies impounding, long-term parking rules
The ordinance takes effect in November.
3 weeks ago
Kratom ban passed by Bellingham City Council
Possession and use of the stimulant is still allowed.
3 weeks ago
Capsized kayaker rescued near Orcas Island
U.S. Coast Guard crews in Bellingham assisted with the rescue.
3 weeks ago
WA settles monopoly suit against pesticide giant over loyalty programs
Farmers could see lower pesticide prices following the proposed settlement with Corteva.
3 weeks ago
Sedro-Woolley man passes away over a month after SR 20 crash
The SUV driver, a 44-year-old woman from Concrete, was not injured.
3 weeks ago
Burn ban to lift for unincorporated Skagit County
Starting in October, residents will be permitted to burn on their property, though some stipulations remain.
3 weeks ago
See the festivities of SeaFeast 2026 | Photos
Check out the sights of this year's SeaFeast at Squalicum Harbor!
3 weeks ago
Bellingham introduces preliminary budget for 2027
The proposed budget would avoid any service or staff cuts, but hinges on future approval of a Regional Fire Authority from voters.
3 weeks ago
Wind advisory issued for Tuesday with more rain to come
Forecasters are warning residents to prepare for a few power outages due to tree limbs being blown down.
3 weeks ago
Part of Mount Baker Hwy to briefly close for winter prep
The road up to Artist Point will remain open; no seasonal closure date has been announced
3 weeks ago
Whatcom County-owned grader found damaged, sheriff’s office investigating
The grader is valued at roughly $250,000 and is believed to have been driven from its original location at Clark Pit.
3 weeks ago
Sedro-Woolley joins Mount Vernon in ending use of Flock cameras
A new state law has placed stricter regulations for the automated license plate reader system as it comes under increased public scrutiny.
3 weeks ago
Paving project halted near Everson as other Hwy 9 projects wrap
Two sections of the highway have reopened in Skagit County after bridge repair finished ahead of schedule and a culvert installation wrapped.
3 weeks ago
PDC dismisses campaign finance complaint against Let’s Go Washington
A state investigation found no evidence that the organization failed to report or expenditures tied to political influencer Brandi Kruse.
3 weeks ago
Road work expected to impact overnight, I-5 travel in Bellingham
Paving work will include a temporary on-ramp closure overnight and a weekend freeway lane closure. Part of Highway 9 near Everson will be closed until the weather dries up.
3 weeks ago
Paper Whale to open art space at former Public Market
Whatcom Transportation Authority purchased the former Base Camp location last year with plans to eventually create a new bus station at the Cornwall Avenue location.
