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Education
10 months ago
Over $100 million in education funding restored by Trump administration for Washington schools

The legal victory frees up nearly $137 million in funding for Washington schools and more than $13 million for the state’s adult education system.

Crime
10 months ago
Lynden man arrested following sexual assault, robbery at Little Squalicum Park

The Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office says that over the past week, several community members and businesses offered tips and surveillance footage of the suspect.

Government
10 months ago
Bellingham’s effort to expand city limits denied by city council

The area in question, known as the Northern Heights neighborhood, houses roughly 700 people and Whatcom Fire Station 12.

Local
10 months ago
Bellingham’s newest tiny home village opens to the public

North Haven contains 19 new tiny home units, in addition to 23 more that were brought in from the old Unity Village in Fairhaven.

Crime
10 months ago
Police investigate reported vandalism on Little Squalicum Pier

Bellingham Parks and Recreation spokesperson David Brauhn said that over the weekend, a handful of 911 callers reported hearing either fireworks or gunshots near Little Squalicum Pier.

Lifestyle
10 months ago
New Whidbey Island exhibit honors famed orca ‘Tokitae’

According to Orca Network, Toki’s Legacy allows visitors to explore all aspects of Tokitae’s family, life and home water and has artifacts from her 1970 capture in Penn Cove.

Local
10 months ago
Whatcom County Planning and Development Services Director announces retirement

Whoever steps into Personius’s shoes would need to oversee long-term planning in the county and land use permitting among other roles.

Obituaries
10 months ago
Whatcom County government pioneer, public servant Shirley Van Zanten dies

According to her obituary, Van Zanten was key in preserving public land across the county such as Teddy Bear Cove and Canyon Lake Community Forest.

Government
10 months ago
Bellingham passes benchmark in changing shelter requirements

Other changes that come with the unanimous passing include removing the 24-hour operational requirements and updating measures surrounding minors and heating elements in tiny homes.

Local
10 months ago
New study ranks Bellingham as one of the least affordable cities in the U.S.

The results of a new study that compared income to home prices across the country are not favorable to some local jurisdictions.