Local
2 weeks ago
Port of Bellingham seeks public input on updates for five-year plan

According to the Port, keeping this document up to date qualifies Whatcom County for funding opportunities through various state and federal agencies.

Government
2 weeks 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
3 weeks 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
3 weeks 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
3 weeks 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
3 weeks 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
3 weeks 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
3 weeks 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
3 weeks 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
3 weeks 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.