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Education
1 month ago
State lawmakers mull bill to offer more funding to WWU amid critical budget cuts

It comes as Western has consistently received the lowest per-student funding in the state.

Business
1 month ago
Low-interest loans now available for Sumas businesses impacted by December flood

The deadline to apply for physical damage loans is April 27, while any loan applications dealing with business economic damage is due by Nov. 24. 

Lifestyle
1 month ago
CONTRIBUTED: Emergency Preparedness for Every Age 

It’s not just what and when. Do you know where you’ll go? If you’ve got family in the area, that’s a top choice. Otherwise, making arrangements through a community group, church, neighborhood association or friends is an important step to take right now.

Weather
1 month ago
Mount Baker Ski Area forecast to see up to one foot of snow this week

Forecasters warn that snow-covered roads may make travel very difficult.

Local
1 month ago
Former Sheriff’s Office detective sues Whatcom County over claims of gender discrimination and harassment

Samantha Robinson’s lawsuit in Skagit County follows a tort claim she filed last fall.

Government
1 month ago
Whatcom County to consider adding new sales tax to fund criminal justice services

Several localities including Bellingham, Lynden and Skagit County have already approved the new tax.

Environmental
1 month ago
‘Incredibly challenging and wily river’: What’s next for the Nooksack River

A recently begun study looks at whether the Nooksack River will change course and how it could happen. At the same time, officials are looking to protect the riverside communities from future disastrous flooding.

Business
1 month ago
Regulations on data center energy use could be coming to Washington

HB 2515 places the burden of resource use for data centers on the operators of those facilities.

Government
1 month ago
Whatcom Democrats chair announces candidacy for state Senate

Eamonn Collins joins the field of suitors to succeed Sharon Shewmake in the 42nd Legislative District.

Local
1 month ago
Cougar sightings rise in this Bellingham neighborhood

WDFW is warning residents not to feed deer near their homes.

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