Community Events
3 days ago
Whatcom County to hold second community engagement session for new jail

It comes ahead of major decisions on the jail’s size, scope and budget this spring.

Education
3 days ago
State lawmakers mull bill to offer more funding to WWU amid critical budget cuts

It comes as Western has consistently received the lowest per-student funding in the state.

Business
3 days ago
Low-interest loans now available for Sumas businesses impacted by December flood

The deadline to apply for physical damage loans is April 27, while any loan applications dealing with business economic damage is due by Nov. 24. 

Government
4 days ago
Whatcom County to consider adding new sales tax to fund criminal justice services

Several localities including Bellingham, Lynden and Skagit County have already approved the new tax.

Environmental
4 days ago
‘Incredibly challenging and wily river’: What’s next for the Nooksack River

A recently begun study looks at whether the Nooksack River will change course and how it could happen. At the same time, officials are looking to protect the riverside communities from future disastrous flooding.

Government
5 days ago
Whatcom Democrats chair announces candidacy for state Senate

Eamonn Collins joins the field of suitors to succeed Sharon Shewmake in the 42nd Legislative District.

Government
5 days ago
Sen. Patty Murray among democrats boycotting President Trump’s State of the Union address

Murray in a statement said the address will be directed towards Washingtonians to explain how the president has failed the state. 

Government
5 days ago
Whatcom County flood managers present early action plan

They say their plan will include several modes of action and will take several years to implement. 

Local
6 days ago
Whatcom County Council to hear early action flood plan Tuesday

The public is free to attend the meeting, which takes place at 11 a.m.

Government
1 week ago
States sue Trump administration over cuts to clean energy programs, including one in Whatcom County

Plans for a regional hydrogen hub with a key site in Ferndale would be scrapped if the federal funding is terminated.

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