Business
1 day ago
‘Northern Light’ publishers set to retire, ownership passed to non-profit company

Once negotiations with that company are complete, new issues of The Northern Light and their other publications will continue after a short hiatus.

Lifestyle
1 day ago
Ski to Sea registration opens January 1 for 2026 race

According to Ski to Sea, the race sold out by mid-February and early registration is encouraged. 

Features
2 days ago
Staff Picks: My Bellingham Now’s top stories of 2025

Before we head into 2026, take a look back at some of the newsroom’s favorite stories from 2025.

Local Sports
2 days ago
Warley’s 22 points and 14 rebounds help No. 7 Gonzaga beat San Diego 99-93

Tyon Grant-Foster scored 18 points while Mario Saint-Supery and Braden Huff had 14 apiece for Gonzaga.

Local
2 days ago
Bellingham residents to receive utility cost increase on January 1

In effort to ease the financial burden to families, the city has expanded eligibility for rate reductions.

Outdoors
2 days ago
Stevens Pass Ski Area opens for winter season, Mount Baker shows plenty of snow

The National Weather Service is currently forecasting dry weather at Mt. Baker until New Year’s Day with wet winter weather bringing more snow to the slopes this weekend. 

National
2 days ago
Afghan national from Bellingham charged in National Guard shooting makes first court appearance

29-year-old Rahmanullah Lakanwal has pleaded not guilty to five charges, including first-degree murder.

Lifestyle
2 days ago
Fireworks allowed in certain parts of Whatcom County this New Year’s Eve

As a reminder, setting off fireworks within Bellingham city limits is illegal.

Government
2 days ago
Governor unveils proposed budget to solve deficit

Bob Ferguson also announced his support for a millionaires’ tax.