Local
3 months ago
Recreational shellfish harvesting opens back up in Whatcom County

Harvesters are still advised to check the state’s shellfish closure map before digging.

Health and Wellness
3 months ago
State and local officials urge Washington residents to get flu shot this season

It comes after 17 people died of the flu in Whatcom County during the last flu season, which was more than the previous five years combined.

Health and Wellness
3 months ago
More illnesses linked to recalled products of Ferndale creamery

The state Department of Health says that 10 people have now gotten sick from E. coli after consuming recalled products from Twin Sisters Creamery.

Health and Wellness
3 months ago
Whatcom County alerts residents of baby formula recall linked to botulism

Anyone who bought the recalled formula should throw it away or return it to where they bought it from, while sanitizing any items or surfaces it may have come into contact with.

Health and Wellness
3 months ago
CONTRIBUTED: Prepare in a Year – Shelter in Place

Whether it’s due to volcanic ash, hazardous materials, or even unplowed roads, it is important to know how to “shelter in place.”

Crime
3 months ago
Bellingham acupuncturist accused of sexual misconduct with patients has license suspended

His license expired as of August following his initial suspension.

Health and Wellness
3 months ago
New online tool shows immunization data in Whatcom County

In Whatcom County, a higher percentage of people have gotten the COVID, flu and adult RSV vaccines than the state average.

Local
3 months ago
Swinomish Tribe expands their wellness service in Bellingham

didgʷálič’s other mobile unit has been offering services six days a week at the Anne Deacon Center of Hope since late January.

Health and Wellness
3 months ago
Paralytic shellfish poisoning levels drop in north Whatcom County waters

Health officials had closed those beaches in early September after high levels of PSP were discovered during routine testing.

Health and Wellness
3 months ago
Twin Sisters Creamery urges customers to discard cheese amidst E. coli outbreak

The company says it’s identified which specific batches were affected by the outbreak but says it’s impossible to determine which batch people may have purchased at a retail store.