The event is free and open to the public.
Public comment on the decision will be accepted during the Port of Bellingham’s May 6 meeting.
The governor signed the bill during a slew of signings Wednesday morning, passing a variety of bills into law.
Under the previous budget, LEAD is funded half by the state and half from local entities.
Hundreds of unionized nurses in Bellingham hit the picket line at noon on Tuesday, April 29 over negotiations for a new contract with PeaceHealth.
The festival celebrated female filmmakers this weekend, showcasing over two dozen films and documentaries telling difficult and refreshing stories.
Soundgarden will be the third band from the Seattle grunge scene to make it into the hall of fame.
The new law significantly increases the fines for violating minor labor laws.
Bellingham rejoins the national stage with the CASCADIA International Women’s Film Festival on April 24-27.
Applicants have until Thursday, April 24 to apply.
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