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Local
4 weeks ago
Whatcom flood recovery programs receive $750K through Children’s Fund

Upwards of 177 local families met the criteria to receive support.

Government
4 weeks ago
Series of laws going into effect: Voting, pennies, housing, gambling

Over 200 laws went into effect Thursday, 90 days after the 2026 legislative session ended.

Weather
4 weeks ago
Record-breaking temperatures forecast for upcoming heat wave

NWS has issued a heat advisory for most of western Washington.

Outdoors
4 weeks ago
BIKE Bellingham turns visiting local gems into two-wheeled adventures

A Bellingham bike tour program is putting a spin on city sightseeing.

Pile of assorted U.S. dollar bills scattered and overlapping on a flat surface (including $1, $5, $10, and $100 notes).
Local
1 month ago
Over a third of Whatcom County households faced financial hardship in 2024

This year’s ALICE report also found that the cost of basic needs is rapidly outpacing overall inflation.

Local
1 month ago
Mt. Baker Imaging begins settlement process following 2025 cyberattack

Any patient whose data was potentially compromised could receive up to $5,000.

River bordered by dense green trees on both sides, with a blue sky and light clouds; logs and driftwood along the near shore on the right.
Outdoors
1 month ago
December floods may increase summer drowning hazards

Riverbeds may have changed drastically due to record-setting water levels.

Health and Wellness
1 month ago
From drought to flood to hot summer, what’s it mean for you? | Contributed

This summer it will be more important than ever to be prepared for what all that weird weather can mean.

Whole‑grain turkey sandwich with lettuce and tomato on parchment, surrounded by fruit and carrot sticks.
Health and Wellness
1 month ago
Summer food assistance underway for WA K-12 students

The program is expected to help feed over half a million kids across the state.

Health and Wellness
1 month ago
Bureau of Land Management issues advisory on wildfire preparedness

The bureau aims to cut down on human-caused wildfires this summer.