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Local
4 months ago
Whatcom County Health Dept touts successful winter shelter season

Health and Community Services adds that their operating costs ran $93,000 below their budget limit allocated by the Whatcom County Council.

Government
4 months ago
Whatcom County Council holds dual public hearings on land use moratorium, fireworks

Additional discussions will be scheduled at a later date for the proposed fireworks law changes.

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Government
4 months ago
U.S. Rep. Rick Larsen introduces legislation focusing on Point Roberts

The US has two exclaves that can only be accessed by crossing the border into Canada.

Farm
4 months ago
Whatcom County farms part of plan to increase farmland preservation

The grant program gives funding so development rights can be bought, offering the opportunity for farming in the future.

Local
4 months ago
City of Blaine seeking developer for library, additional housing

The ideal developer, team or partnership would have concrete plans for a larger library, new childcare center and multifamily housing units.

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Government
4 months ago
State transportation revenue forecast adjusted; declines expected through 2031

The state Office of Financial Management cites several economic factors for the decline.

Government
4 months ago
Public hearings scheduled for fireworks, detention center moratorium

Both hearings will take place Tuesday in the Whatcom County Council Chambers.

Local
4 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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Government
4 months ago
Bellingham drafts permanent ordinance to protect landmark trees

The draft include several changes from the interim ordinance that’s been extended four times.

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Environmental
4 months ago
Federal ruling restores green light for wind energy development

Washington was among 17 states that sued the Trump administration over an order freezing federal permitting.

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