Local
1 year ago
New data shows decline in Whatcom County overdoses and opioid-related deaths

Efforts on the county, state and federal levels are all being credited in lowering overdose numbers last year.

Community Events
1 year ago
Mount Baker Theatre hosts 4th annual Winter Wedding Show

The first 150 attendees will receive gift bags including goodies from Skin Rhythm Spa, custom made cookies from featured bakers and vendor coupons.

Local
1 year ago
Excellence in Education Award opens for nominations in Whatcom County

This year, one public school teacher and one private school teacher will each be chosen for their own $5,000 prize.

Local
1 year ago
A look back at My Bellingham Now’s first year of providing free local news to Whatcom County

Celebrating the top stories from the newsroom at My Bellingham Now.

Outdoors
1 year ago
Hunting season for brant geese opens in Whatcom County

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife announced that the season will open Jan. 18, but Skagit County will remain closed due to low counts in the winter.

Health and Wellness
1 year ago
New mobile didgwalic Wellness Center coming to Bellingham

The center will offer addiction counseling, medications, and other services to help those struggling with opioid addiction later this winter.

Government
1 year ago
Bob Ferguson is sworn into office as new Washington governor

In his inaugural speech, Ferguson addressed challenges facing the state such as housing, public safety, the ferry system and the budget shortfall.

Crime
1 year ago
BRIEF: Man sentenced to 21 years in prison three years after killing someone at Bellingham Halloween party

The man was found guilty two years prior to the incident for separate cases of vehicle theft and robbery.

Government
1 year ago
Plans to upgrade Lynden, Sumas border crossings move forward

The U.S. General Services Administration report says construction is expected to begin in September of 2026.

Business
1 year ago
Bellingham restaurant “Bayou On Bay” announces permanent closure

The restaurant will close its doors for good after it celebrates one last Mardi Gras hurrah on March 4.