Government
12 months ago
Local governments still assessing cost of damage from recent bomb cyclone in western Washington

According to PSE, over 130,000 people are still without power mostly around King County.

Government
12 months ago
Whatcom County Assessor offers new online tools for property owners

As a way to promote transparency and accessibility, the assessor has launched three new tools that allow people to access property-related data.

Local
12 months ago
City of Bellingham begins cleanup of 20-acre homeless encampment

Bellingham Public Works employees have started the first phase of cleanup at the “Walmart Encampment.”

Government
12 months ago
Bellingham Mayor Kim Lund issues executive order, pushes for added affordable housing and more

On Thursday, Mayor Lund made the second executive order of her term, urging the city to take immediate steps in three broad areas.

Government
12 months ago
Whatcom County Council passes biennial budget in close 4-3 vote

The budget will increase each county tax levy except for the Healthy Children’s Fund by the 1% allowed by state law.

Government
12 months ago
Port of Bellingham approves 2025 budget, rejects property tax increase

The Port has a banked capacity of roughly $3.5 million, which can be used at a later time.

Local
12 months ago
Lummi and Nooksack Tribes receives funding from LIHEAP

Over $56 million in federal funds will go towards Washington state’s Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program.

Government
12 months ago
Bellingham leaders discuss next steps for Bakerview homeless encampment

The meeting coincided with the beginning of the city’s clearing of another major encampment off East Stuart Road near Walmart.

Local
12 months ago
Whatcom County Council to finalize biennial budget in upcoming meeting

The vote for the 2025 to 2026 budget will take place on Tuesday, Nov. 19.

Tribal News
12 months ago
Lummi Nation receives $10.9 million grant to enhance maritime infrastructure

The investment will be used to upgrade a central pier, as well as fund new electric lifts and cranes.

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