Environmental
4 days ago
Burn ban cancelled in Columbia Valley area

Air quality has improved, but NWCAA is still asking residents to limit indoor burning to help avoid another ban in the future.

Outdoors
1 week ago
37th Legendary Banked Slalom at Mount Baker Ski Area postponed to 2027

The Mt. Baker Ski Area says the racecourse is dealing with an unworkable snowpack.

Environmental
2 weeks ago
Bellingham Bay cleanup projects near completion in 2026

That includes the former Eldridge Municipal Landfill, the north part of the former Georgia Pacific plant, and part of the Whatcom Waterway.

Local
2 weeks ago
Stage 1 burn ban issued for Columbia Valley in Whatcom County

In a stage 1 burn ban, residents in the affected area are not allowed to burn wood in fireplaces or uncertified wood stoves unless it is their only source of heat.

Environmental
3 weeks ago
New report shows lower snowpack in parts of Washington

Though western Washington was hit with historic flooding in last month, forecasters say the warm temps prevented an increase to snowpack outside of the highest peaks.

Local
3 weeks ago
Upcoming events around Whatcom County to help with water adjudication process

Whatcom County Public Works and water rights consultants will be holding three walk-in informational sessions in January.

Environmental
3 weeks ago
Whatcom Land Trust finalizes purchase of 1,600 acres on Stewart Mountain

The Stewart Mountain Community Forest now totals over 2,100 acres after the $9 million purchase.

Northwest Clean Air Agency 
1 month ago
Fresh Air, Fresh Start: Small Steps for a Healthier New Year

To check the daily air quality forecast or learn more about burning regulations in your specific area, visit www.nwcleanairwa.gov.

Health and Wellness
1 month ago
Air quality alert issued for Maple Falls

WHATCOM COUNTY, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – Upgraded air quality alerts have been issued for Maple […]

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