Crime
10 months ago
Man arrested following a stabbing outside of severe weather shelter in Bellingham

Whatcom County Health and Community Services says it’s increasing shelter security following the incident and police will be doing extra patrols near it on Wednesday night.

Local
10 months ago
Police investigate suspected arson near Bakerview encampment

Police detectives and fire investigators are both working to determine the cause of the fire.

Local
10 months ago
NWCAA issues stage 2 burn ban for portion of Whatcom County

The Northwest Clean Air Agency says that stagnant air and a lack of wind is preventing smoke particles from clearing out of the area.

Weather
10 months ago
WEATHER: Cooler temperatures continue, rain forecasted for Bellingham and surrounding areas

More active weather systems are forecast to move in next week, likely bringing rain to western Whatcom County and snow to the Cascades.

Business
10 months ago
SPONSORED: Get your tickets now for the 38th Annual Whatcom Business Awards Black & Gold Gala!

For 38 years, the Whatcom Business Awards has celebrated entrepreneurs, leaders, innovators, and employers who make careers and livelihoods possible in the stunning Pacific Northwest.

We Are Whatcom
10 months ago
Helen Lofton and Chris Cheesman: Leaders at Storia Cucina

Meet the duo behind a downtown Bellingham restaurant committed to sourcing local ingredients for every meal.

Education
10 months ago
Ferndale School District looks to improve engagement and services with two new task force teams

The district is currently accepting applications for two task forces by the end of the month.

Local
10 months ago
Whatcom County Jail inmate transported to hospital following attempt to take their own life

Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office says that corrections deputies discovered the inmate on Sunday night.

Local
10 months ago
BRIEF: Driver’s license offices to close for system upgrades in the coming weeks in Bellingham

The Department of Licensing is encouraging people who need to get any licensing service to get them done prior to the scheduled closures.

Local
10 months ago
WE-Bike program promotes electric bike affordability

The WSDOT program will offer $1,200 and $300 rebates to qualifying residents who buy an e-bike, depending on their household income level.