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Community Events
2 years ago
Amy Cloud discusses earthquake preparedness and The Great ShakeOut event | Contributed

Community contributor Amy Cloud shares tips to prepare for “The Big One.”

Community Events
2 years ago
Whatcom County EMS offers free emergency response training

The two-hour-long class will teach community members how to administer Narcan and hands-only CPR.

Local
2 years ago
Whatcom County first responders to begin using new medication in opioid overdose responses

The new pilot program is intended to help users reduce the risk of future overdoses.

Local
2 years ago
Paralytic Shellfish Poisoning levels drop across Whatcom County beaches

Harvesters are reminded to check the state Shellfish Safety Map for closure and biotoxin information before they dig.

Health and Wellness
2 years ago
Seattle Children’s Hospital opens first mental health urgent care clinic for children in the state

Conditions they treat include behavior problems, anxiety, ADHD, depression, eating disorders and more.

Crime
2 years ago
Whatcom County expands Naloxone dispenser box program

The dispenser boxes provide free naloxone kits, sold under the brand name Narcan, that can reverse the effects of an opioid overdose.

Farm
2 years ago
Whatcom Superior Court to hold first water adjudication hearing

The hearing will be live-streamed to prevent overcrowding.

Health and Wellness
2 years ago
Getting to know Whatcom County’s CERT program with Amy Cloud

September is National Preparedness Month, and community contributor Amy Cloud brings us more information about Whatcom County’s CERT program.

Government
2 years ago
Washington health insurance rates will continue to rise in 2025

It’s an increase from the roughly 9% rate increase in 2024 and comes as the rates have risen in every year since 2022.

Local
2 years ago
Temporary medical examiner set to officially start in Whatcom County

The county council unanimously approved Dr. Aldo Fusaro as interim medical examiner during its meeting on Sept. 10.

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