Local
1 year ago
Washington State Healthcare Authority gives grant to Whatcom County LEAD program

Expanded staffing would allow for up to 170 people to be served at a time by more case managers that work in the LEAD program.

Local
1 year ago
Portion of North Cascades Highway reopens as the “Easy Fire” continues to burn

The fire is burning around 300 acres as of Thursday afternoon and is currently 0% contained.

Local
1 year ago
Thousands of community leaders across the country back Whatcom County’s urge to declare national fentanyl emergency

The National Association of Counties unanimously approved a resolution proposed by the county council.

Local
1 year ago
Local voter’s guide and ballots have been mailed out in preparation for August primary election

Ballots must be postmarked or placed in drop boxes around the county

Local
1 year ago
New wildfire forces closure of North Cascades Highway

The Easy Fire kicked off on Wednesday evening and is currently burning around 100 acres.

Crime
1 year ago
Man impersonates WDFW employee, steals boat motors totaling nearly $60,000

The man faces upwards of 10 years in prison and a $20,000 fine for each felony count.

Outdoors
1 year ago
Crabbing season returns to Whatcom County waters

The Department of Fish and Wildlife has some reminders for crabbers as they launch into the summer season.

Local
1 year ago
Dry weather conditions in Whatcom County spark a Red Flag Warning

The National Weather Service predicts that dry summer temperatures may bring some serious heat and fire danger to the Cascades.

Health and Wellness
1 year ago
Whatcom County launches new website to increase health data accessibility

This new website shows local statistics on a range of topics including county demographics, health care and more.

Obituaries
1 year ago
LeRoy Kenneth Hawkins

Leroy Kenneth Hawkins, 81, of Ferndale, passed away peacefully, outside, listening to the fountain […]