Government
7 months ago
Gov. Ferguson signs at least 18 new bills into law in the span of a week

Notably, HB 1209 will regulate the sale of sodium nitrite in the state, becoming the fourth state to do so.

Local
7 months ago
Unionized workers at PeaceHealth authorize a strike

My Bellingham Now previously reported that wages, medical benefits and safety issues due to short staffing have contributed to issues with creating a new contract. 

We Are Whatcom
7 months ago
Aurielle Buermann: Race Director of Ski to Sea and the Mt. Baker Hill Climb

Buermann is just weeks away from her first Ski to Sea as race director of the heritage event in Whatcom County.

Traffic
7 months ago
WSDOT cameras begin watching for speeding drivers in Skagit County

Drivers caught by the cameras will receive a notice in the mail, but no fines will be issued.

Northwest Sports
7 months ago
Northwest Sports Update: Mariners pull out key divisional win, Robles injury update and more

The Mariners’ leadoff hitter will be out much longer than initially expected.

Outdoors
7 months ago
WDFW closes Sauk, Skagit Rivers for all fishing

Both rivers will close on April 11 after lower-than-expected returns of steelhead.

Environmental
7 months ago
Whatcom County to host water adjudication seminars this spring

A regional water rights consultant will offer demonstrations and provide more information about the adjudication process.

Elections
7 months ago
BRIEF: Special election ballots mailed for Meridian School District’s $71 million bond measure

Ballots are due in a drop box or must be postmarked by April 22 in order to count.

Local
7 months ago
Whatcom County agencies crack down on distracted drivers

April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month and Whatcom County is taking part in the state-wide campaign. 

Local Sports
7 months ago
Polanco’s 2-run single gives Seattle a 4-3 win over Houston

Mariners right-hander Luis Castillo (1-1, 3.00 ERA) faces Astros left-hander Framber Valdez (1-1. 3.75 ERA) on Tuesday night.