Education
3 months ago
Washington joins other states in lawsuit against U.S. Dept. of Education funding cuts

The lawsuit, filed in federal court in Seattle, asks a judge to reverse the cuts and restore funding. 

Community Events
3 months ago
Blaine Harbor Music Festival begins this weekend

It all wraps up on Saturday, July 12 with student performances and a street fair at the G and H Street plazas.

Local Experts
3 months ago
Fireworks and For Sale Signs: Why July is a Hot Month for Real Estate in the PNW

Let’s make this July a celebration of smart moves, sunshine, and smooth closings.

Government
3 months ago
Gas tax hike among new Washington state laws taking effect in July

Hundreds of other new laws passed in Washington’s latest legislative session take effect this month.

Crime
3 months ago
Local couple arrested for allegedly defrauding two residents out of thousands of dollars

Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office deputies began investigating the incidents in April.

Business
3 months ago
Rite Aid stores in Whatcom County to close and reopen under CVS

CVS plans to acquire Rite Aid stores following the company’s bankruptcy announcement.

Outdoors
3 months ago
Injured hiker rescued in dark, rainy conditions in the North Cascades

Hikers are reminded to pack the 10 essentials and be prepared for wintery conditions high up in the Cascades, even in late June.

Environmental
3 months ago
Whatcom County fire ban begins Thursday

Ideal weather conditions for wildfires prompted the ban ahead of the Fourth of July weekend.

Traffic
3 months ago
Two I-5 fish passage projects begin this weekend: expect delays

Southbound travelers should expect lane and ramp closures as well as a two-lane bypass near north Lake Samish.

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