Health and Wellness
2 months ago
State and local officials urge Washington residents to get flu shot this season

It comes after 17 people died of the flu in Whatcom County during the last flu season, which was more than the previous five years combined.

Government
2 months ago
Whatcom Transit Authority, other statewide bus services awarded new federal funding

The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) announced on Thursday, Nov. 20 that it’s investing $2 billion to modernize and lower emissions at hundreds of bus stations across the country.

Lifestyle
2 months ago
Staff Picks: Fall and early Holiday Season activities in Bellingham

Lake Padden   Enjoying a walk around one of Bellingham’s most popular lakes is a great […]

Lifestyle
2 months ago
City of Bellingham offers free trees at upcoming farmer’s market

The tree giveaway is part of the city’s effort to improve tree canopy cover, which can help reduce temperatures in warmer months. 

Lifestyle Lookout
2 months ago
Lifestyle Lookout: Bellingham Improv Festival, exotic pets at the fairgrounds, holiday events and more in Whatcom County

Don’t miss out on these fun weekend activities happening in Whatcom County this weekend.

Lifestyle
2 months ago
Port of Bellingham launches survey to see where residents prefer to travel from BLI

Alaska and Allegiant airlines are the only major carriers that service Bellingham Int’l Airport following Southwest’s departure in 2024.

Crime
2 months ago
Two people sentenced in connection to fatal shooting in Mount Vernon

The shooting took place near a gas station across from Skagit Valley College in March.

Local
2 months ago
Residents of Glacier rally to keep USPS services running

The Glacier Water District has owned the post office building since the 1970s and has not charged USPS to operate out of it.

Business
2 months ago
Port of Bellingham allows evaluation of increased cruise ship business

Should the study find cruise business to be possible for Bellingham, it would likely be years down the line before our waters saw the high-capacity vessels. 

Crime
2 months ago
Suspected sex trafficker with ties to Whatcom County detained

If convicted of all counts, the man faces 15 years to life in prison.

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