Education
2 months ago
Bellingham Technical College receives scholarship grant for parenting aerospace students

The funds will support those students with childcare services so they’re able to focus more on their studies.

Education
2 months ago
Lynden School Board proposes day of remembrance, nonviolence for Charlie Kirk

In addition to the new date designation, the resolution also supports the creation of debate clubs and other opportunities for students to engage in civil discourse.

Environmental
2 months ago
Environmental groups call on Whatcom County to take a closer look at Ferndale energy facility

The group says rising vessel traffic in the Salish Sea poses a higher risk of accidents and adds more underwater noise and pollution that can harm marine life, such as endangered Southern Resident orcas. 

Crime
2 months ago
Skagit County woman sentenced for trafficking wildlife body parts

The woman was charged after purchasing waterfowl carcasses and black bear parts from an undercover agent.

Local
2 months ago
City of Bellingham to remove dead trees on Lakeway Drive

Work will be done to remove the trees on weekdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. to avoid major commuting hours.

Elections
2 months ago
Whatcom Fire District 7 places levy lid lift measure on November ballot

The district says the added funds would ensure 24-hour staffing across its stations, keep equipment up-to-date and help improve response times.

Local
2 months ago
Washington has highest gas prices in the U.S., Whatcom County prices continue to rise

Prices in Whatcom County and across the state have jumped an average of 20 cents per gallon over the past week.

Government
2 months ago
Work at Padden Creek fish passage project could extend into overnight hours

The request for a noise ordinance was approved by the council’s Public Works and Natural Resources Committee and will be brought before the City Council on Monday night for final approval. 

Local Sports
2 months ago
Raleigh matches Mantle, M’s beat Angels, take sole possession of AL West lead with 9th win in row

Mariners: RHP Logan Gilbert (4-6, 3.54) starts Tuesday at Kansas City, which goes with RHP Michael Wacha (9-11, 3.45).

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