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Local Experts
1 week ago
Avoid breathing fireworks smoke when celebrating the Fourth of July

WHATCOM COUNTY, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – July marks the 250th “birthday” of the United States of […]

Close-up of black ants swarming on peach-colored tiled floor near the base of a wooden cabinet corner.
Pest Control Expert
1 week ago
Odorous house ants and you: Part of life, but not unsolvable

Odorous house ants are difficult to remove from homes once their colony has become established.

A clinician holds an elderly patient’s hand in a wheelchair, conveying care and support. A clipboard is visible nearby for notes.
Health and Wellness
1 week ago
WA Cares Fund benefits available on July 1 for long-term care support

Most workers in Washington have been paying 0.58% of their paychecks into the fund since 2023.

Environmental
1 week ago
Latest water supply update paints murky future for drought conditions in Washington

The state is on track for its third warmest water year on record.

Blue and green Department of Social and Health Services sign mounted on a brick wall in Washington state.
Local
1 week ago
Thousands of state residents affected in data breach by former DSHS employee

The compromised information included names, dates of birth and social security numbers among other personal information.

Row of residential waste and recycling bins with yellow, blue, and green lids along a white picket fence.
Environmental
1 week ago
Proposed standards on compost contamination seeks public feedback

The department wants to get ahead what they expect will be a great increase in compostable materials over the next decade.

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Health and Wellness
1 week ago
AG Nick Brown joins coalition to combat new Medicaid work requirements

The coalition has filed a lawsuit in response to federal changes that would restrict healthcare access.

Aerial map of the Swift Creek watershed near Nooksack, showing floodplain in light blue and a large orange-yellow area to the east.
Outdoors
2 weeks ago
Ecology issues asbestos reminder near Sumas Mountain

Recreationists are urged not to disturb any creek beds or sediment piles in the area.

Local
2 weeks 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.

A peaceful mountain lake scene with pine-covered hills, snow-capped peaks in the distance, and a clear blue sky with a few clouds.
Local
3 weeks ago
BLM urges precaution during wildfire season

At least six major wildfires are currently burning thousands of acres in Washington.