Health and Wellness

The company is offering a full $4 refund after several customers reported minor property damage and burns.

The dispensers come as part of WCHCS’s work to fulfill County Executive Satpal Sidhu’s order that he signed in April, urging the county to make a concerted effort to combat the crisis.

The health department says routine water sampling found high levels of fecal bacteria at the beach near an outfall pipe.

Those attending the Northwest Washington Fair or participating in other outdoor activities are advised to be prepared for heat and sun exposure.

Lynden and Everson are both forecast to hit 90 degrees on Thursday.

Attorney General Bob Ferguson said the office entered a resolution with the company in order to avoid a lawsuit.

The Northwest Clean Air Agency is funding the trial to see if they can reduce the amount of garbage burning.

Their last bargaining session took place on July 25.

Bellingham man travels over 147 miles on July 20, to raise awareness for those in need in Whatcom County. Community members can show their support after at a fundraising event held in Fairhaven.

This new website shows local statistics on a range of topics including county demographics, health care and more.