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2 weeks ago

Police search for missing Lummi Nation teen last seen in Bellingham

Anyone with information on her location is asked to call 911. 

2 weeks ago

Lifestyle Lookout: Bellingham Beer Week begins, Rick Steves visits Bellingham, live music and more this weekend

Check out these events happening this weekend in Whatcom County.

2 weeks ago

Whatcom County housing market slows down in first quarter of 2026

Data from the Northwest Multiple Listing Service show fewer homes sold, and those that did took longer to find buyers.

2 weeks ago

Bellingham woman convicted of killing transient man

The 67-year-old will spend the next 23 years in prison after a jury found her guilty of second-degree murder.

2 weeks ago

PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center awarded $10 million donation

The funds will go towards current projects, like the Peter Paulsen Pavilion, and future needs for the medical center.

2 weeks ago

Ferndale Police partner with nonprofit to offer community assistance funds

Officers will carry preloaded debit cards they can give to people for urgent, short-term needs.

2 weeks ago

Local medical providers seek blood donors in Whatcom County

It's asking the community to help out during a pair of upcoming blood drives next week.

2 weeks ago

Local police conduct extra patrols for National Distracted Driving Awareness Month

The majority of law enforcement agencies in Whatcom, Skagit and San Juan Counties will be participating in the patrol as part of a statewide effort.

2 weeks ago

Everson-Goshen Road reopens ahead of schedule

It comes as SR 544 is scheduled to close between Everson Bridge and Everson Elementary School starting next Wednesday, April 15. That will not reopen until mid-July as crews install new sidewalks.

2 weeks ago

Washington state officials declare drought emergency for fourth straight year

State officials have already begun the work to protect the state's lands against blazes, including hiring seasonal fire fighters and clearing brush.

2 weeks ago

Skagit County to gain fifth superior court judge

Those interested have until Aug. 3 to apply for the position.

2 weeks ago

Bellingham Beer Week returns, April Brews Day scheduled for April 18

The festivities kick off with a party at Wander Brewing on Friday, April 10 before a series of events throughout 14 participating breweries in Bellingham.

2 weeks ago

Crews continue to clear landslide on I-5 south of Bellingham, still no timeline for reopening

A big bit of progress came last week when crews split the large "bus-sized" rock into two pieces.

2 weeks ago

Whatcom County’s unemployment rate drops slightly in January

The county's February jobs report is expected to be released later this month amid a delay in data releases from the state.

2 weeks ago

Lynden School District to hold town hall for capital levy on April election ballot

The levy seeks to make upgrades to existing schools within the district.

2 weeks ago

State shuts down funding for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library

United Way of Whatcom County says it will have to find new funding sources to continue offering the program.

2 weeks ago

Suspicious odor at Bellingham apartment confirmed as bear spray, charcoal burn

Crews were dispatched to the York neighborhood building to investigate the smell on the fourth floor of the building.

2 weeks ago

UPDATE: WSDOT delays lane closures on I-5 between Lakeway Drive and Guide Meridian

The right lane of northbound I-5 will no longer be closed overnight on April 7-8 for maintenance between Lakeway Drive and the Guide Meridian. 

2 weeks ago

Road work in Everson to lead to detours

Crews will be installing new sidewalks throughout the entire stretch of road, building on some spotty sections that already exist.

2 weeks ago

Gas prices in Whatcom County steadily rising, less than 20 cents away from record high

It comes as recent escalations in the Iran War have further intensified concerns about disruptions to the global oil supply.

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