Local
12 months ago
Burn bans lifted for unincorporated Whatcom, North Cascades National Park

A permanent ban on open burning remains in effect for all cities within Whatcom County.

Local
12 months ago
Department of Ecology implements new litter prevention campaign

Ecology’s “Simple As That” campaign launched on Sept. 13.

Local Sports
12 months ago
“The Zone” Northwest Sports Update 9/13/24

The Apple Cup is back this weekend, but not exactly the same.

Community Events
12 months ago
Support local at Skagit Farm to Pint Fest

The event will celebrate Skagit Valley’s agricultural heritage and craft beer scene while supporting local farmers and brewers.

Local
12 months ago
Bellingham City Council to consider resolution opposing grocery merger

Concern over impacts on workers and consumers prompted the measure.

Local Sports
12 months ago
“The Zone” Northwest Sports Update 9/12/24

The Pac-12 conference may be back from the dead.

Government
12 months ago
Washington health insurance rates will continue to rise in 2025

It’s an increase from the roughly 9% rate increase in 2024 and comes as the rates have risen in every year since 2022.

Business
12 months ago
Machinists’ union votes on Boeing contract

If the workers reject the contract, a work stoppage would begin on Sept. 13 at midnight.

Elections
12 months ago
Reichert makes announcement on Trump during WA governor debate

Reichert rebutted Ferguson’s attacks with repeatedly pointing out higher crime rates under Gov. Inslee’s administration.

Community Events
12 months ago
Build Community Day offers free repairs to low-income homeowners

Habitat for Humanity invites residents in Nooksack and Everson to fill out a project request form (due by Sept. 20).