Government
4 months ago
Dept. of Health receives second round of funding for food assistance program in Washington

The DOH is advising program users that some WIC officers may temporarily close as a result of the shutdown.

Traffic
4 months ago
Overnight lane closures set for I-5 in Ferndale through Oct. 17

The work is part of a project to improve a 10-mile stretch of the highway between Blaine and the Nooksack River. 

Weather
4 months ago
Cooler temperatures bring snow into North Cascades forecast

The weather could also make for a windy few days in Whatcom County, with coastal winds reaching up to 35 mph.

Lifestyle Lookout
4 months ago
Lifestyle Lookout: Bellingham Exit Fest, Lynden Music Festival, Blaine Oyster Fest and more this weekend in Whatcom County

From Bellingham to Lynden to Blaine, the region is loaded with events for the whole family this weekend.

Education
4 months ago
Western Washington University sees drop in enrollment

That’s roughly 300 less than last year’s incoming class, marking the third straight fall of declining enrollment following a post-pandemic surge.

Elections
4 months ago
State officials voice concerns over harassment of signature gatherers

Conservative political action committee Let’s Go Washington says its group has been the target of harassment, vandalism and theft while gathering signatures for its two new initiatives.

Health and Wellness
4 months ago
Whatcom County warns of potential listeria contamination in ready-to-eat meals

Anyone who may have the affected products in their fridge or freezer should throw it away or return it to where they bought it. 

Local
4 months ago
Local authorities search for missing U.S. citizen last seen near Canadian border

Anyone who may have seen him over the past two years is asked to contact White Rock RCMP. 

Local
4 months ago
Whatcom County approves lease for severe weather shelter

County Health and Community Services adds that they’re still hiring on-call shelter attendants, including lead positions.

Government
4 months ago
Lynden City Council considers sales tax increase ordinance

If approved by the council, Lynden’s expected fiscal impact would be up to $400,000 in a year and the tax would go into effect in January.

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