Elections
4 months ago
Washington’s Secretary of State criticizes President Trumps plans to get rid of mail-in voting

Hobbs called the plan a “direct threat” to every eligible voter in the country and denounced federal interference in state elections.

Crime
4 months ago
Blaine man convicted after trying to kill his former partner

His sentencing is scheduled for Sept. 18 and he faces up to life in prison.

Traffic
4 months ago
Marblemount Bridge to close to all traffic in September

Repairs made to the bridge will fix the failing paint system, corrosion and pack rust to metal elements, missing fasteners and leaking joints among other things.

Local
4 months ago
Death of Lummi fisherman near Point Robers brings criticism to U.S. Coast Guard

Lummi Chairman Anthony Hillaire later read a statement from the fisherman’s family on social media, criticizing the U.S. Coast Guard for a slow response. 

Government
4 months ago
Birch Bay residents invited to offer feedback on potential incorporation

Results from the feasibility study are expected to be released this fall.

Features
4 months ago
CONTRIBUTED: Prepare in a Year – Summer Fire Safety

Did you know approximately 90% of all wildfires are human-caused? Meanwhile, fires in the home might or might not be the residents’ fault – but will 100% affect them.

Government
4 months ago
Former Whatcom County health director seeks $1.5 million from county, alleges wrongful termination

Before her firing, the former health director says she reported several instances of bullying and hostility from the County Executive, which caused her to experience mental health issues from the hostile environment.

Lifestyle
4 months ago
City of Bellingham opens entries for 20th annual “Essence of Bellingham Photo Competition”

Entries are being accepted free of charge now through Oct. 1.

Crime
4 months ago
Anacortes Police warn residents of ongoing cryptocurrency scams

The department says some residents have lost tens of thousands of dollars to these scams in recent weeks.

Crime
4 months ago
More details emerge following murder of Bellingham accountant in Custer

The 61-year-old man who fired the shots was arraigned in Whatcom County Superior Court on Friday morning and could face up to life in prison.

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