Crime
8 months ago
Man in custody after attempted robbery in downtown Bellingham

The man remains at the Whatcom County Jail on $100,000 bail.

Local
8 months ago
Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office reminds drivers to “Move Over, Slow Down”

As a reminder, drivers should slow down and move over onto the shoulder or the closest lane to the shoulder when they see flashing lights behind them.

Local
8 months ago
Puget Sound Energy rates set to increase in 2025

The Utility and Transportation Commission approved new rate increases for PSE electric and natural gas customers on Jan. 15.

Community Events
8 months ago
Deadline approaches for Whatcom Farm Expo applicants

Anyone interested in applying to be an exhibitor at the 2025 Whatcom Farm Expo are asked to fill out a form by the end of January.

Crime
8 months ago
Record-breaking number of guns confiscated at Sea-Tac in 2024

My Bellingham Now previously reported that Seattle-Tacoma International Airport was on track to hit the highest number of guns seized by October in 2024.

Dedicated To Service
8 months ago
Whatcom County firefighters continue working against Southern California fires

South Whatcom Fire Authority says its four firefighters continue to work 24-to-30-hour shifts while fighting the Palisade Fire.

Business
8 months ago
Costco Teamsters prepare for potential strike

Members of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters voted by an 85% majority to authorize a strike if a new contract is not reached by the end of January.

Local
8 months ago
Shellfish harvesting in Drayton Harbor and surrounding areas remains closed

The closure is due to a norovirus-type illness impacting shellfish and is set to remain in effect until Jan. 27.