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Local
1 week ago
BRIEF: New FEMA assistance center to open in Ferndale

Victims of December’s historic floods are encouraged to apply for aid.

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1 week ago
Whatcom Fire District 1 taps Brian Atkins as new fire chief

Outgoing Fire Chief Rachel Carlson is taking a new leadership role with the Bellingham Fire Department.

Blue semi-truck leaning on its side across a rural two-lane road with power lines and trees nearby, cloudy sky above.
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1 week ago
CONTRIBUTED: Bee Spill Anniversary

WHATCOM COUNTY, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – The historic eruption of Mount Saint Helens in 1980 […]

Orange excavator dumping a load of sand into a tilted dump trailer at a construction site, with trees in the background.
Outdoors
2 weeks ago
Playground at Hovander Homestead Park expected to reopen this weekend

It completes the full reopening of the 350-acre park following two flood-related closures.

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2 weeks ago
Construction set to begin for Birch Bay Library Express

The new location will likely be ready for the public by January 2027.

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2 weeks ago
Skagit County schedules June burn ban

Recreational and cooking fires will still be allowed.

River bordered by dense green trees on both sides, with a blue sky and light clouds; logs and driftwood along the near shore on the right.
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2 weeks ago
Nooksack River training turns into pair of rescues

The Whatcom County Water Rescue Task Force is reminding any canoers or kayakers to be aware of changing river conditions and to always wear a life jacket on the water.

Construction site with a large concrete basin, workers in high‑visibility clothing, and a red beam being lowered overhead by a crane.
Traffic
2 weeks ago
Lanes to be restored on I-5 ahead of Memorial Day travel rush

An on-ramp in Alger will stay closed through May 31.

Education
2 weeks ago
Audit finds state’s K-12 funding system at risk for ‘catastrophic failure’

The state Superintendent’s Office plans to replace the computer system by 2028.

Coastal scene with calm water, a pebble beach, and a forested rocky cliff on the right under a clear blue sky.
Outdoors
2 weeks ago
Whatcom County Health offering seasonal safe swimming tips

This week is Healthy and Safe Swimming Week.