Crime
2 years ago
Man arrested for racially motivated assault on child in Bellingham

BPD was on the scene fast as the incident occurred in front of the police station.

Crime
2 years ago
Detectives search for suspected rapist in Whatcom County

The man is wanted for three different charges and is aware of the warrant for his arrest.

Local
2 years ago
Moles Farewell Tributes ends contract with county Medical Examiner

The spokesperson for the county says they are in the process of hiring an investigator and will not comment now on the situation involving Moles.

Local
2 years ago
Former student causes security scare at Squalicum High School

All doors are locked and no one is allowed in or out when a school is in Secure protocol.

Health and Wellness
2 years ago
Commercial shellfish still safe to consume following paralytic shellfish poisoning advisory

The new warnings apply specifically to recreational shellfish harvesting, not commercial.

Health and Wellness
2 years ago
Tillamook recalls cheese twin-packs sold in Washington Costco locations

Tillamook said you do not need to take action if you have already eaten the cheese without problems.

Local
2 years ago
Bellingham Parks and Recreation announces Civic Stadium renovations to begin in June

The renovations are expected to be completed in October 2024 and access to the area remains open.

Health and Wellness
2 years ago
High levels of bacteria in Bellingham Bay reported in new stormwater study

Prior to this new study, the Whatcom County Health and Community Services department released a swimming advisory in Bellingham Bay.

Crime
2 years ago
Former WWU professor identified as victim of recent Bellingham murder

The murder suspect is scheduled to be arraigned on June 14.

Obituaries
2 years ago
William “Bill” Howard Beers

William Howard Beers, affectionately known as Bill, passed away peacefully at home on June […]