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Yellow excavator blocking a mountain road after a rock slide, with a worker in orange near the guardrail on the left and rocky cliff on the right
Traffic
6 hours ago
WSDOT targets 4th of July reopening for North Cascades Highway as repairs continue

Crews are conducting around the clock emergency repairs on two separate stretches of the highway.

Business
7 hours ago
Birch Bay Waterslides listed for sale after announced closure

Listing agent Patrick Starr notes that future owners could capitalize on expanding into the nearly 14.5 acres of space.

Government
8 hours ago
Whatcom County Council approves framework for new jail

The vote concludes two weeks of debate centered around balancing the size of the jail with long-term commitments to fund behavioral health services.

Government
8 hours ago
Tiffany DeSimone takes over as Port Executive Director

DeSimone had been serving as the interim Director since last summer, when the port parted ways with former director Rob Fix.

Entertainment
8 hours ago
BRIEF: 84th Plowing Match canceled following sudden death of repeat champion

Memorial services for Craig Shagren have yet to be announced.

Education
13 hours ago
New exhibit highlights talent of Ferndale art students

A special opening day event runs from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursday, May 14 at It’s About Time Cultural Arts Center.

Environmental
1 day ago
Seattle finalizes $4 billion relicensing agreement on Skagit River dams

The dams supply about 20% of Seattle’s electricity.

Government
1 day ago
Whatcom County warns of significant service reductions ahead of budget planning process

The county’s budget shortfall is currently tabbed at $14 million by 2028.

Local
1 day ago
Online meeting to allow public to speak on proposed Ranch Quarry Mine

If you are unable to participate in the public comment period, Whatcom County is still receiving written, emailed and online comments on their website through May 29.

Local
1 day ago
Second flood assistance center opens in Everson

The deadline for any FEMA or SBA financial assistance is due by June 10.

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