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Government
4 months ago
State bill establishing oversight board for sheriffs passes legislature

Editor’s note: An earlier version said the bill passed the legislature after the House […]

Community Events
4 months ago
City of Bellingham to host “Ask Us Anything” event at cruise terminal

Mayor Kim Lund and her staff will be prepared to take questions regarding current projects and some of the city’s top priorities.

Government
4 months ago
House passes millionaires tax in Washington, sparks prolonged debate in Olympia

The bill now heads to the Senate for a final vote before it heads to Gov. Ferguson’s desk.

Government
4 months ago
New municipal court judge appointed in Bellingham

Nicholas Henery will begin his term on March 16.

Government
4 months ago
Deadline to submit water adjudication paperwork extended until 2027, more assistance offered

Whatcom County says 25% of impacted water users haven’t received claim forms.

Local
4 months ago
New survey shows Bellingham property manager reactions to changing regulations

City staff recommends conducting a similar survey later this year.

Government
4 months ago
Proposed millionaire’s tax receives greenlight from Washington governor

The bill is scheduled for a second reading in the House as of March 6.

Local
4 months ago
Residents share frustrations over homeless encampments in Bellingham

The encampment has proven to be resilient despite the city’s actions against the absentee owner of a large property directly behind the Walmart.

Traffic
4 months ago
Bellingham accepts federal funding for streetlights, resurfacing on Bellingham roads

Samish Way has been designated part of the National Highway System, making it eligible for funds focused on road maintenance.

Government
4 months ago
House Bill aiming to restrict data center energy use fails to pass in Olympia

The bill had lost a lot of its original language on the House floor, including stipulations that it pay fees to the state for high energy consumption.

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