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Education
1 year ago
School districts in Washington look to restrict smart devices in classrooms

The Ferndale School District has been among local leaders in its policy, which only allows high schoolers to use their devices during lunch break unless they’re told otherwise by a teacher.

Lifestyle
1 year ago
Peoples Bank announces Great Peoples Bank Pig Search

The bank is also hosting a $1,000 giveaway for one lucky person who enters its online contest, whether they find a piggy bank or not.

Local
1 year ago
Washington Department of Ecology seeks feedback on plan to clean up Drayton Harbor

The department is proposing a Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) to set targets for pollution reduction and eventually bring it up to the state’s standard for water quality.

Government
1 year ago
Bellingham’s regulations on shelter spaces may be changing

That includes removing limitations on how many guests a temporary shelter can host at any given time.

Crime
1 year ago
UPDATE: Bellingham Police locate suspect involved in hit-and-run incident

The 35-year-old male suspect was arrested on Friday afternoon for felony hit-and-run and was booked into Whatcom County Jail.

Local
1 year ago
Port of Bellingham releases new study analyzing industrial land use

It found that there’s nearly 3,400 acres of developable land left in Whatcom County that’s currently zoned for industrial use, which meets targets for future job growth.

Government
1 year ago
Police Chief Steve Taylor confirms retirement from Lynden Police, Lynden begins search for replacement

Applicants need to have at least ten years of law enforcement experience, with at least five years in senior or executive-level management.

Government
1 year ago
Whatcom County names new director of Health and Community Services

The new director is expected to take over at the end of October, pending confirmation from the county council.

Government
1 year ago
Resident files lawsuit against City of Blaine over Public Records Act violation allegation

Environmental group Blaine Water Coalition claims the city failed to properly respond to its request for records related to a subdivision development.

Crime
1 year ago
Everson Police search for neighborhood prowler on the loose

Anyone with information on the suspect’s identity or whereabouts is urged to contact the Everson Police Department at 360-676-6911.