Health and Wellness
2 years ago
REPORT: Whatcom ranks high nationally for greatest life expectancy

Ironically, Whatcom County’s long expectancy comes despite its residents reporting the heaviest drinking of Washington’s counties.

Health and Wellness
2 years ago
BRIEF: PeaceHealth to open Lynden Clinic

The facility will offer primary care, cardiology, orthopedics, behavioral health and OB/GYN/midwifery.

Crime
2 years ago
Inslee signs laws to combat opioid ‘scourge’ while settlement funds head to Whatcom County

Whatcom County, Bellingham, Ferndale and Lynden will get a sizable share of $55 million to combat the opioid crisis.

Education
2 years ago
Philanthropist selects Whatcom County non-profit for millions in funding

The total award is more than double the amount initially promised last year.

Community Events
2 years ago
PHOTOS: Runnin’ O’ the Green 5k 2024

Sam Kristofferson’s photos from the annual St. Patrick’s Day 5k/8k are in.

Business
2 years ago
Millions of dollars on the table for wildlife, communities in Washington

The three programs are accepting applications from now until mid-April to late May.

Health and Wellness
2 years ago
Washington prohibits the sale of animal-tested cosmetics

Washington is now the twelfth state to pass one of these measures.

Local
2 years ago
Whatcom libraries to stock naloxone kits

Naloxone, branded as Narcan, can reverse the effects of an opioid overdose.

Entertainment
2 years ago
Volli Bellingham announces rebrand, Parks Dept. announces plans for public courts

Volli Bellingham announced Wednesday that they will be closing their pickleball courts on March 31.

Health and Wellness
2 years ago
Addiction recovery center opening in Birch Bay

The facility will be open from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Thursday, operating on a first-come, first serve basis.