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Community Events
1 month ago
Bellingham hosting watch parties for US knockout match Wednesday

The official Fan Zone watch party at the waterfront starts at 1 p.m. with a Seattle-hosted match before the U.S. plays at 5.

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Dedicated To Service
1 month ago
What does the World Cup mean for Emergency Management? | Contributed

Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office Division of Emergency Management (DEM) staff have been working since January 2025 to help ensure the World Cup tournament goes off without a hitch.

Community Events
1 month ago
Lifestyle Lookout: Cirque Italia, Jam on the River, Tractor Pulls and live music

There are a bunch of fun events this weekend for folks who aren’t obsessed with soccer. We have it all for you in this week’s Lifestyle Lookout.

Entertainment
1 month ago
US eases restriction on Iran’s World Cup team, allowing travel 2 days before next match in Seattle

It’s unclear whether Iran’s upcoming opponent, Egypt, will also be allowed to arrive in Seattle two days early.

Community Events
1 month ago
Weather forces changes to Jam on the River in Ferndale

Jam on the River runs from 4:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday and from noon to 9 p.m. on Saturday.

Government
2 months ago
Public hearings scheduled for fireworks, detention center moratorium

Both hearings will take place Tuesday in the Whatcom County Council Chambers.

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Photos
2 months ago
UPDATED: FIFA World Cup 2026 | PHOTOS

Here is a collection of photos from Bellingham, Seattle and beyond capturing the FIFA World Cup action in the PNW.

Health and Wellness
2 months ago
Shellfish harvesting reopens in northern Whatcom County

Biotoxin closures remain in effect south of Sandy Point to the Skagit County border.

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Entertainment
2 months ago
Downtown Bellingham to host pair of official watch parties for US World Cup game Friday

The U.S. is playing its first-ever game in Seattle against Australia at noon.

Entertainment
2 months ago
Lifestyle Lookout: Stommish, Juneteenth, Kite Festival and live music

Events abound in Whatcom County this weekend. We have it all for you in this week’s Lifestyle Lookout.