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3 weeks ago
New exhibit highlights talent of Ferndale art students
A special opening day event runs from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursday, May 14 at It's About Time Cultural Arts Center.
3 weeks ago
Seattle finalizes $4 billion relicensing agreement on Skagit River dams
The dams supply about 20% of Seattle's electricity.
3 weeks ago
Whatcom County warns of significant service reductions ahead of budget planning process
The county's budget shortfall is currently tabbed at $14 million by 2028.
3 weeks ago
Online meeting to allow public to speak on proposed Ranch Quarry Mine
If you are unable to participate in the public comment period, Whatcom County is still receiving written, emailed and online comments on their website through May 29.
3 weeks ago
Second flood assistance center opens in Everson
The deadline for any FEMA or SBA financial assistance is due by June 10.
3 weeks ago
Alaska Airlines adds second daily flight from Bellingham to Portland
The new midday flight will begin round-trip service in November.
3 weeks ago
New information from police detail lead-up to fatal shooting in Ferndale
Police have identified the suspected shooter, who made his initial court appearance on Monday.
3 weeks ago
Bellingham leaders to take questions from Roosevelt community on proposed day shelter
City spokesperson Melissa Morin noted that this meeting is not a public hearing, and the invitation is not open to the public, though no one will be turned away.
3 weeks ago
Blaine woman arrested, victim hospitalized following assault near Zuanich Point Park
Police say the seemingly unprovoked attack began when the woman tried to take the victim's dog.
3 weeks ago
New park on Bakerview in need of a name
Public suggestions will be accepted through May 28.
3 weeks ago
Official candidate list released for August 2026 primary election
Ballots are due by mail or in an official ballot box by August 4.
4 weeks ago
WTA to increase service to Fairhaven for Ski to Sea
Buses will run every ten minutes to Fairhaven on May 24.
4 weeks ago
Nationwide cyberattack on learning platform hits WWU, other local colleges
The full scope of the breach hasn't been determined yet, but the impacted data may have included names, emails and student IDs.
4 weeks ago
Let’s Go Washington begins process for initiative seeking to repeal millionaire’s tax
The initiative would need around 400,000 signatures before the July 2 deadline.
4 weeks ago
UPDATE: All lanes clear after crisis response fully blocked I-5, Sunset bridge in Bellingham
BPD says the situation resolved itself peacefully after closing the highway "out of an abundance of caution."
4 weeks ago
I-5 work in Alger begins Sunday as fish passage construction gets underway
Both directions of I-5 will be temporarily reduced to a single lane for a fish passage project.
4 weeks ago
Lummi Nation asks court to halt further damage to burial sites in Point Roberts
The new motion claims that without a proper damage assessment from the defendants, damage to ancestral remains and cultural artifacts will continue.
4 weeks ago
Blaine man sentenced for child sex abuse charges
24-year-old Fredy Martin Esteban was initially arrested in 2022 after the child victim reported the abuse to a parent.
4 weeks ago
UPDATE: Suspect in custody, victim identified after fatal shooting in Ferndale
The unidentified male victim died from his injuries after being taken to PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center.
4 weeks ago
Regional officials prepare public for wildfire season with new campaign
Thirteen counties in western Washington are partnering to promote a "Ready, Set, Go!" evacuation campaign.
