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Local
10 months ago
Fare increase likely for Lummi ferry

Whatcom County’s Public Works Director says the ferry system is in crisis, as fares haven’t technically increased since 2012.

Local
10 months ago
Whatcom County farm prepares for new chapter

Boxx Berry Farm in Ferndale says that they plan to sell their nearly 60-acre property after nearly 65 years in operation.

Lifestyle
10 months ago
Lifestyle Lookout: Bike Party, Yarn Shop Tour, Blaine Block Party and live music

Don’t let the dreary weather keep you home this weekend. There’s a ton to do in Whatcom County. Enjoy!

Local
10 months ago
Border traffic slowed by additional checkpoints

A Border Patrol spokesperson says the additional border inspections are to combat the smuggling of fentanyl and other illicit substances.

Business
10 months ago
REPORT: Whatcom County mean hourly rate higher than U.S. average

A detailed analysis shows Whatcom County has a higher concentration of petroleum pump system and refinery operators than in other parts of the US.

Local
10 months ago
Nurses join picketing PeaceHealth workers

The nurses are not striking yet, though they overwhelmingly voted in March to reject PeaceHealth’s latest contract offer.

Local
10 months ago
Lone survivor of fatal climbing accident describes ordeal

The 38-year-old Renton man told investigators that his group’s anchor had pulled out of the rock face while they were rappelling down a steep gully on Sunday.

Lifestyle
11 months ago
CONTRIBUTED: Prepare in a Year – Securing important papers

If you take some simple steps to capture essential documents, the road to restoration and recovery will be much smoother after a disaster hits your area.

Lifestyle
11 months ago
Birch Bay Waterslides to reopen in June

The park has been closed since 2023 following an incident resulting in an ongoing lawsuit.

Crime
11 months ago
Police respond to Tesla vandalism in Bellingham

The incident comes amid an uptick in nationwide Tesla vandalism tied to CEO Elon Musk’s role in recent cuts to federal jobs and spending.