Local
10 months ago
BRIEF: Stage 2 burn ban lifted in Columbia Valley

Incoming precipitation and windy conditions will be crucial in getting harmful smoke particles out of the region.

Weather
10 months ago
WEATHER: Snow, cold temperatures and windy conditions in the forecast for Bellingham and surrounding areas

The National Weather Service is forecasting between 4″ and 6″ of snow throughout the county from Saturday into Sunday night.

Local
10 months ago
Police searching for missing Lummi teen

Anyone with information on her location is asked to call 9-1-1.

Crime
10 months ago
Suspected drug dealer in Bellingham arrested following months-long investigation

The man was arrested on Jan. 28 but released from the Whatcom County Jail the next day after posting bail.

Government
10 months ago
Cities in Washington follow Lynden in debate over fluoride in water

Proponents of fluoride argue it prevents tooth decay and can save on dental bills, while critics call it involuntary medication that could be dangerous.

Local
10 months ago
Lummi Island Ferry will be out of service for two weeks this spring

Public Works will offer pedestrian-only ferry service during the annual dry dock outage.

Weather
10 months ago
WEATHER: Snow forecast through the weekend, avalanche warning issued in Cascades

The lowlands of western Whatcom County will likely see at least two inches of snow through the upcoming weekend.

Local
10 months ago
Port of Bellingham hopes to add flights to Mexico from Bellingham International Airport

Infrastructure improvements to enable the flights to begin this year

Local
10 months ago
Bloodworks Northwest issues Code Red emergency due to critical need for blood donations

There are four donation centers in Whatcom County, three in Bellingham and one in Lynden.

Outdoors
10 months ago
Update to Canadian border policy impacts Pacific Crest Trail hikers

The Canadian Border Services Agency announced that hikers will have to go through an official Port of Entry if they want to finish the Canadian leg of the Pacific Crest Trail.