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2 weeks ago
North Cascades Highway set to fully reopen 10 days ahead of schedule
WSDOT said alternating one-lane traffic is not possible because some sections are gone.
2 weeks ago
BRIEF: Ramp, lane closures planned for I-5 in Bellingham
A daytime lane closure for southbound travelers is scheduled for Thursday.
3 weeks ago
Speed limit ordinance heads to Bellingham City Council for approval
Changes could take effect starting this summer.
3 weeks ago
Van Zandt Community Hall reopens after renovations
The South Fork community is celebrating its return ahead of the hall's 100th anniversary this summer.
3 weeks ago
Winter weather advisory issued for North Cascades through Sunday morning
Mount Baker and other higher elevation areas are expected to get 4 to 6 inches of snow.
3 weeks ago
Bellingham City Council to vote on grant award for police dept
A public safety bill signed into law last year created the grant program.
3 weeks ago
Trump says China will buy 200 planes from Boeing, with a possibility of expanding the deal to 750
The White House has not released details of the deal, and the company itself has not commented.
3 weeks ago
Federal funds come to Washington state for flood recovery, COVID-19 reimbursement
The funds will be used to help homeowners whose properties are eligible for buyouts in flood-prone regions.
3 weeks ago
B.C. men accused of smuggling Vietnamese nationals into Bellingham
If convicted, the men could face up to 10 years in prison and a $250,000 fine.
3 weeks ago
Adjudication workshop scheduled in Skagit County
Some Skagit County residents are affected by the water adjudication for the Nooksack watershed.
3 weeks ago
WTA ending long-term bus passes ahead of major fare changes in fall
Friday, May 15, is the final day to buy WTA's 92-day passes.
3 weeks ago
Man arrested following fatal crash east of Ferndale
The suspect was booked into the Whatcom County Jail on six separate charges without bail.
3 weeks ago
New ferry district in Whatcom County established
A proposed tax levy to fund the Whatcom Chief's operation will be voted on in late July, with residents encouraged to weigh in ahead of the vote.
3 weeks ago
Lifestyle Lookout: Severance, a magic show, Blaine Spring Party and more
Don’t let a little wet weather put a damper on your weekend plans. We have a ton of fun events to check out in this week’s Lifestyle Lookout.
3 weeks ago
Backcountry Essentials celebrates 20 years in business
With summer just around the bend, it is a great opportunity to stock up on all your outdoor gear to safely hit the trails or get your winter gear ready for storage.
3 weeks ago
WSDOT targets 4th of July reopening for North Cascades Highway as repairs continue
Crews are conducting around the clock emergency repairs on two separate stretches of the highway.
3 weeks ago
Birch Bay Waterslides listed for sale after announced closure
Listing agent Patrick Starr notes that future owners could capitalize on expanding into the nearly 14.5 acres of space.
3 weeks ago
Whatcom County Council approves framework for new jail
The vote concludes two weeks of debate centered around balancing the size of the jail with long-term commitments to fund behavioral health services.
3 weeks ago
Tiffany DeSimone takes over as Port Executive Director
DeSimone had been serving as the interim Director since last summer, when the port parted ways with former director Rob Fix.
3 weeks ago
BRIEF: 84th Plowing Match canceled following sudden death of repeat champion
Memorial services for Craig Shagren have yet to be announced.
