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Government
11 months ago
Whatcom County LEAD program now fully funded by two state revenue streams

LEAD, meaning Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion, works to keep frequent offenders with mental or substance issues out of the penal system.

Business
11 months ago
New survey suggests Whatcom County businesses hit hard by Canada tariffs

Over 70% of the businesses said the newly enacted and proposed U.S. tariffs are expected to directly impact them. 

Environmental
11 months ago
U.S. Forest Service monitors two wildfires in Skagit and Snohomish

Neither fire poses a danger to nearby communities or structures.

Local
11 months ago
Blaine begins construction on multi-million-dollar revitalization project

Construction is expected to continue through mid-September.

Local
11 months ago
Skagit County farmworker activist arrives in Mexico after several months in ICE detention

Community to Community says his decision represents a “tremendous miscarriage of justice” and called the conditions at the NW Detention Center in Tacoma “inhumane.”

Elections
11 months ago
Ferndale voters to see city’s first initiative on the ballot this fall

If it’s passed, Initiative 25-01 would eliminate so-called “junk fees” for renters in Ferndale.

Education
11 months ago
Lynden School District votes to add measure on the November ballot to fund new high school

If passed, the bond would provide money to build a new high school and performing arts center, while also funding gym and athletic complex renovations.

We Are Whatcom
11 months ago
Lili Adie & Laura Potter: Founders of L&L Bakery

Lili and Laura have been working hard to serve the Blaine community tasty treats and beautiful cakes in their current location for nearly two years.

Government
11 months ago
Bellingham joins multi-city and county suit against Trump administration

Mayor Kim Lund made the announcement on Monday night during Bellingham City Council’s regular meeting.

Elections
11 months ago
New tenant protections initiative on ballot for Bellingham voters this November

The initiative would also prohibit landlords from requiring tenants sign a nondisclosure agreement relating to their lease agreement.