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Colorful fireworks exploding in the night sky against a black background.
Local Experts
3 months ago
Avoid breathing fireworks smoke when celebrating the Fourth of July

WHATCOM COUNTY, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – July marks the 250th “birthday” of the United States of […]

Environmental
3 months ago
Latest water supply update paints murky future for drought conditions in Washington

The state is on track for its third warmest water year on record.

Row of residential waste and recycling bins with yellow, blue, and green lids along a white picket fence.
Environmental
3 months ago
Proposed standards on compost contamination seeks public feedback

The department wants to get ahead what they expect will be a great increase in compostable materials over the next decade.

Excavator bucket digging into soil at a construction site with an orange safety barrier in the foreground.
Traffic
3 months ago
Fish passage work beginning on Hwy 9 in Skagit County

One detour route could add up to 25 miles for some commutes.

Aerial map of the Swift Creek watershed near Nooksack, showing floodplain in light blue and a large orange-yellow area to the east.
Outdoors
3 months ago
Ecology issues asbestos reminder near Sumas Mountain

Recreationists are urged not to disturb any creek beds or sediment piles in the area.

Environmental
3 months ago
Washington links carbon market with California, Quebec

The agreement will set new precedents for greenhouse gas reductions and investments in clean energy among businesses across the three jurisdictions.

Open hillside meadow with purple wildflowers in the foreground, dense evergreen forest on a sunlit slope, and a blue sky with white clouds above.
Outdoors
3 months ago
Burn ban for North Cascades National Park begins Monday

Campers can use gas or propane stoves, grills and lanterns but only if no flammable material is within three feet of the device.

Seal pup resting on a pebbled shoreline beside calm water, looking at the camera.
Local
3 months ago
Harbor seal pup rescued from Bellingham beach in rehab for malnourishment

Veterinarians at SeaLife Response, Rehab and Research who are caring for the pup say it was likely separated from its mother after people got too close.

A peaceful mountain lake scene with pine-covered hills, snow-capped peaks in the distance, and a clear blue sky with a few clouds.
Local
3 months ago
BLM urges precaution during wildfire season

At least six major wildfires are currently burning thousands of acres in Washington.

Local
3 months ago
Local group continues push against proposed Edgemoor development

Protect Mud Bay Cliffs (PMBC) said they filed the appeal to the Bellingham City Council on Thursday, June 18.

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