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Business
2 months ago
Mount Vernon moves to ban sale, distribution of kratom

The decision comes amid growing concerns and calls to regulate a concentrated byproduct of kratom called 7-OH.

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Business
2 months ago
Whatcom County’s unemployment rate drops in July despite job losses

The county’s job losses came amid a decrease in the overall labor force.

Business
2 months ago
Former site of HomeSkillet, Homeschool BBQ up for sale

The latter iteration of the eclectic dining spot shut down in April.

Business
2 months ago
UPDATE: T-Mobile issues revision, will not close Bellingham location on Bakerview and I-5

The company announced dozens of layoffs in Washington on Wednesday, including at two locations in Bellingham.

Government
2 months ago
Bellingham council rejects challenge to proposed Edgemoor development

Council members say Protect Mud Bay Cliffs didn’t show enough evidence that would overturn the Bellingham Hearing Examiner’s June decision.

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Business
2 months ago
SBA offering low-interest loans for businesses impacted by ongoing drought

Small businesses, private nonprofits and agricultural cooperatives from Whatcom and Skagit counties are eligible to apply.

Government
3 months ago
Bellingham to hold public hearing for proposed affordable housing incentive

The city council is considering an ordinance that would exempt some city-funded development projects from most zoning and land use regulations.

Education
3 months ago
Bellingham Public Schools joins nationwide lawsuit against social media companies

BPS is among a number of school districts in Washington that are accusing the companies of encouraging addictive behavior in kids.

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Local
3 months ago
Washington’s unemployment rate drops for first time since 2024

The state added its most seasonally-adjusted jobs in over a year and a half in July.

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