Local
10 months ago
State representatives announce over $50 million in funding for Washington agencies

Over $19 million of those funds will go to Skagit Transit’s Maintenance Facility Renovation.

Local
10 months ago
Snowboarder rescued on Mount Baker following overnight survival

Whatcom County Search and Rescue was able to reach the skier 14 hours after he was initially reported overdue.

Health and Wellness
10 months ago
Department of Health closes shellfish harvesting in Drayton Harbor and surrounding areas

The emergency closure was announced due to reports of norovirus-like illnesses from oysters in the area. 

Local
10 months ago
Bellingham Police Department brings bike patrol back to downtown Bellingham

The city council opted to fund the Bicycle Unit with the 2025 budget, bringing officers on bikes back to Bellingham.

Crime
10 months ago
Mount Vernon Police search for driver suspected of crashing into a home

Police are saying the driver may have been impaired.

Crime
10 months ago
Brandished knives in Bellingham lead to two separate arrests

One of the suspects ended up in the middle of a road while attempting to flee from police.

Local
10 months ago
Cleanup of homeless encampment in Bellingham to begin later this month

City officials state that a notice will be given on Jan. 16 with Bellingham Police officers present.

Local
10 months ago
Median home price in Whatcom County hit all-time high in 2024

The number of homes sold also went up slightly to just over 2400, reversing a two-year decline.

Local
10 months ago
Bellingham community rallies around local writer and bartender following Christmas Eve traffic accident

Cheba Hut in downtown Bellingham announced a GoFundMe link to support the medical expenses for the bartender.