×

Emma Toscani

Emma Toscani is the Editor-in-Chief of My Bellingham Now since May 2026. To get in contact with Emma, email etoscani@pnwmediagroup.com.

Environmental
2 months ago
Drought conditions are spurring water-saving measures in Washington state

What those measures are was outlined mostly in the press conference, but education, aquifers and reclamation systems will be part of the campaign.

Heat risk infographic showing percent chances of >80°F across Seattle area with a left bar chart and a right weather map.
Weather
2 months ago
Bellingham forecasted to see above average temperatures this weekend

Remember to not leave people or animals in hot cars and our local water bodies will have still cold temps if you do decide to recreate aquatically.

Entertainment
2 months ago
Northwest Tune-Up announces music lineup for 2026 festival

Acts coming to the main stage include Hippie Sabotage, Souls of Mischief, Dirtwire, Sierra Hull and Delhi 2 Dublin among others.

Government
2 months ago
Whatcom County Council looks to create Lummi Island ferry district

It would allow the county to collect a tax from residents to fund the Whatcom Chief’s maintenance and operation.

Tribal News
2 months ago
Lummi Nation files lawsuit against Whidbey Telecom, others for ‘series of unlawful failures’

The Lummi Nation is demanding a jury trial, citing several federal and state statute violations.

Pile of assorted U.S. dollar bills scattered and overlapping on a flat surface (including $1, $5, $10, and $100 notes).
Tribal News
2 months ago
Swinomish Indian Tribal Community set to receive over $10 million

The tribe will use the funds to construct a new commercial pier and covered storage, renovate three moorage piers and design a new fish processing plant.

Government
2 months ago
FEMA funding for Oregon, Washington approved

This comes as Whatcom County’s flood managers estimate $182 million will be needed to enact the fixes to the Nooksack River to prevent flooding in the near future.

Education
2 months ago
High school graduation requirements may change for Washington students

Named FutureReady, the task force found in a 2025 interim report several gaps in how students are prepared to enter the world after K-12 education.

Business
2 months ago
Janicki Industries begins multi-state growth in aerospace, defense and more

Upon completion of an expansion in Bellingham, the company says it would provide up to 125 new jobs by the end of the year.

Crime
2 months ago
Whatcom officials warn about new drug in regional illicit drug supply

Whatcom County Health and Community Services says that Narcan does not work on the drug, however Narcan’s use is recommended to combat opioids that may be in the person’s system.