Local
1 year ago
Couple donates land to City of Bellingham in hopes of preserving natural areas

The couple requested the properties be placed under a permanent deed restriction, designating the land as solely for parks or open space purposes. 

Local
1 year ago
Historic Plover Ferry out of service after rotted wood is found in the vessel’s stern

The Plover Ferry will remain out of service until repairs are completed.

Crime
1 year ago
Attorneys of Kohberger case in Idaho says the trial should move due to local bias

They want the trial, set for June 2025, to be moved from Moscow to Boise or another large city.

Education
1 year ago
Mount Vernon School District reaches agreement with paraeducators union, announces school start date

The district says, despite the agreement, it’s not starting classes on Friday, Aug. 30, in order to honor the ratification timeline with the union. 

Local Sports
1 year ago
“The Zone” Northwest Sports Update 8/29/24

The Seahawks may be without a key defensive back for the start of their season.

Lifestyle Lookout
1 year ago
Lifestyle Lookout: Labor Day activities for the whole family in Whatcom County

The North Cascades Bluegrass Festival returns, boats are sailing through Bellingham Bay and local thespians are hosting showings of CATS this Labor Day weekend.

Lifestyle
1 year ago
WTA Smart Trips Program encourages commuters to explore climate-friendly transportation

The program is teaching the community about alternative ways to commute and bringing businesses and individuals together through monthly incentives.

Government
1 year ago
Skagit County commissioners oppose Goldeneye Energy Storage’s project proposal

The board argues that if the project is approved, it would undo work to restore salmon and other native fish populations within Hansen Creek.

Community Events
1 year ago
Habitat for Humanity prepares for 22nd annual auction in September

The auction will be held online and feature hundreds of items to bid on, including local gifts, excursions and travel adventures.

Health and Wellness
1 year ago
Recall issued for milk produced by Arlington creamery as tests find E. coli in product

Jim’s Jerseys raw milk was sold at the farm store and various retail outlets across western Washington, including the Community Food Co-op in Bellingham and Cost Cutter in Blaine.