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Health and Wellness
1 month ago
Air quality dips further in greater parts of Whatcom County

Everson, Kendall and Maple Falls have reached “hazardous” levels.

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Traffic
1 month ago
WSF to add three new vessels starting in 2030

New ferries haven’t been added to Washington state’s fleet since 2018.

Government
1 month ago
Nooksack appoints Marshall Judy as new mayor

Judy succeeds Kevin Hester, who passed away in June after over fours years in the position.

Traffic
1 month ago
Permanent speed limit change to be implemented in Skagit County

Crash data and concerns from area residents led to WSDOT implementing the new limit.

Elections
1 month ago
UPDATED: Results in 2026 Primary election for Whatcom County

As of Thursday’s tally, Eamonn Collins is only 2 votes behind Michael Shepard for the District 42 state Senate seat.

Traffic
1 month ago
Road work expected to impact I-5, north Whatcom County drivers

The work is part of a regional pavement preservation project designed to extend the life of highways across northwest Washington.

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Local
1 month ago
Gas prices creep higher, seasonal price drop likely delayed if mid-East diplomacy stalls

Historically, gas prices ease after the summer travel season comes to an end.

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Education
1 month ago
WA education council considers expanding grant applicant support

Gov. Bob Ferguson said his proposal requiring graduating seniors to either opt-out or complete FAFSA registration will be requested in the upcoming legislative session.

Elections
1 month ago
Whatcom County Auditor seeks opposition statements for local propositions, initiatives

Applicants must live in the impacted area of those ballot measures and apply by Monday, Aug. 10.

Education
1 month ago
Former WWU employee sues school over disability accommodations

The lawsuit alleges Western accommodated another employee after refusing to provide the same service for the plaintiff.

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