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Veterinary Expert
1 month ago
The risks that come with spooky season for your four-legged friends | Sponsored

Animals have delicate gastrointestinal systems, so keep their mouths away from food and objects they shouldn’t eat is very important for their health and your wallet.

Lifestyle
1 month ago
Winter crabbing reopens across local waters

Recreational crabbing returns to the waters around the San Juan Islands, Bellingham Bay and Strait of Georgia starting Oct. 1.

We Are Whatcom
1 month ago
Ed Curtis: Kementari’s Creatures

Kementari’s opened to fill the niche for exotic pets in Whatcom County four years ago. Owner Ed Curtis keeps a booming business with the creepy crawlies he and others keep as beloved household pets.

Local
1 month ago
Whatcom County to lift burn ban for unincorporated areas Thursday

Recent wet weather has helped increase fuel moisture levels on the ground.

Health and Wellness
1 month ago
Bellingham Bay closed for recreational shellfish harvesting

The closure includes Chuckanut Bay and all of Larrabee State Park.

Outdoors
1 month ago
Burn ban to lift for unincorporated Skagit County

Starting in October, residents will be permitted to burn on their property, though some stipulations remain.

Photos
1 month ago
See the festivities of SeaFeast 2026 | Photos

Check out the sights of this year’s SeaFeast at Squalicum Harbor!

Business
1 month ago
Paper Whale to open art space at former Public Market

Whatcom Transportation Authority purchased the former Base Camp location last year with plans to eventually create a new bus station at the Cornwall Avenue location.

Community Events
1 month ago
SeaFeast, Oyster Run, apple picking and live music | Lifestyle Lookout

The first big rainstorm of fall is currently moving through Whatcom County, but the weather looks quite nice this weekend. We have a bunch of fun activities for you in this week’s Lifestyle Lookout. 

Opinions
1 month ago
Wanted: Retro tech enthusiasts and Ham radio trainees | Contributed

The sheriff’s office Auxiliary Communication Service offers classes throughout the year and hosts monthly opportunities to test for FCC Technician, General or Extra Class license.