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Government
6 months ago
Whatcom County residents can soon learn more about new jail in Ferndale

Construction of the new jail on LaBounty Drive will begin in 2026 and the county expects it to be finished by summer 2028 at the earliest. 

Local
6 months ago
Bellingham Police unveil new patrol car in tribute to breast cancer awareness, domestic violence

If you see a brightly colored police car roaming around town, it’s all for a good cause. 

Government
6 months ago
Federal judge blocks Trump administration in SNAP recipient data acquisition

Washington receives nearly $130 million a year for SNAP and the AG’s Office warns that any delay in that funding could be catastrophic for residents who rely on the program for food.

Government
6 months ago
City of Bellingham seeks community input in Bakerview Neighborhood Park Master Plan

Currently, the King Mountain neighborhood and the nearby Meridian neighborhood house an estimated 7,800 people with no public parks between the two. 

Education
6 months ago
Special education services in Washington to remain intact amid federal layoffs

OLYMPIA, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – The state’s special education services will remain intact amid federal […]

Government
6 months ago
Washington sues EPA over renewable energy funding cuts

The group of states claims that the EPA violated the Administrative Procedure Act and the U.S. Constitution’s Separation of Powers Doctrine when the program was cancelled.

Elections
6 months ago
Whatcom County judge confirms invalid voter registration for Ferndale City Council candidate

The candidate is the only one running against incumbent council member Jon Mutchler for Position 7 on Ferndale’s city council. 

Local
6 months ago
Bloedel Donovan Park reopens with upgraded playground

It includes over 40 play features, including slides, climbers, swings and 11 elevated features that are ramp accessible to wheelchairs.

Local
6 months ago
Whatcom County Council to discuss possibility of merging some local fire districts

An outside consultant recommended consolidating Fire Districts 7 and 17, as well as District 18 and the South Whatcom Fire Authority.

Health and Wellness
6 months ago
Ongoing government shutdown could impact healthcare of thousands of Washington residents

Open enrollment for 2026 begins on Nov. 1 through the Washington Healthplanfinder.

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