Health and Wellness
1 year ago
Swimming advisories lifted in parts of Whatcom County

Advisories in parts of Bellingham Bay are still in effect.

Local
1 year ago
Gov. Inslee directs action to protect emergency abortions in Washington

Inslee says the number of women coming to Washington from out of state for abortions has jumped by 50% since Roe v. Wade was overturned.

Health and Wellness
1 year ago
Commercial shellfish still safe to consume following paralytic shellfish poisoning advisory

The new warnings apply specifically to recreational shellfish harvesting, not commercial.

Health and Wellness
1 year ago
Tillamook recalls cheese twin-packs sold in Washington Costco locations

Tillamook said you do not need to take action if you have already eaten the cheese without problems.

Health and Wellness
1 year ago
High levels of bacteria in Bellingham Bay reported in new stormwater study

Prior to this new study, the Whatcom County Health and Community Services department released a swimming advisory in Bellingham Bay.

Outdoors
1 year ago
Whatcom County burn ban to take effect in July

Recreational fires will still be allowed, though they must meet certain requirements.

Outdoors
1 year ago
Shellfish harvesting closed on parts of Washington coast, FDA announces new warnings

Whatcom County’s harvesting areas were shut down by state health officials on May 24.

Health and Wellness
1 year ago
More advisories issued for beaches around Whatcom County

Members of the public and their pets are advised to avoid contact with the water and sand in those areas.

Health and Wellness
1 year ago
Bellingham seeks feedback on city’s drinking water quality

The state Department of Health requires cities to update their water system plans every 10 years.

Lifestyle
1 year ago
Lifestyle Lookout: Sea Kayaking, local beer, a 1k run and more

From live music to a 1k race to sea kayaking, here is what YOU should do this weekend!

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