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Northwest Clean Air Agency 
2 weeks ago
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As the calendar changes to September, here is a look at a variety of air quality topics.

Environmental
2 weeks ago
Hatchery Chinook return to Bellingham Bay

Annual salmon run brings fish back to Bellingham Bay and Maritime Heritage Park, supporting orcas and local fisheries.

Environmental
3 weeks ago
Chemical Safety Board warned Longview paper mill months prior to tank explosion

An inspection revealed thinned areas of the tank’s shell which may have led to its failure in May 2026.

Aerial view of a large industrial plant with connected pipes, tanks, and smokestacks emitting steam. In the background are more structures and vehicles in a yard.
Environmental
3 weeks ago
Ecology issues initial environmental violations for paper mill explosion

The department reports 35 violations, for which Nippon Dynawave Packaging will have 30 days to respond before penalties or other enforcement actions may be issued.

Environmental
3 weeks ago
Oil drums, tires dumped into Skagit County creek

The state Department of Ecology has been working to clean up Jackman Creek, a Skagit River tributary.

Government
3 weeks 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.

National
3 weeks ago
Public invited to weigh in on Roadless Rule repeal

The rule prohibits most construction of roads in national forests as well as timber harvesting.

Golden wheat field in the foreground with green fields and farm buildings on the horizon under a blue, cloud-filled sky.
Business
3 weeks 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.

Outdoors
3 weeks ago
Air quality decreasing in Whatcom, Skagit counties

Wildfire smoke from eastern and central Washington is moving into our region.

Health and Wellness
3 weeks ago
Biotoxin advisory issued for Toad Lake

While not fatal, the algae can cause liver issues in humans and animals.