Crime
10 months ago
UPDATE: Twelve people arrested in connection to downtown Bellingham drug dealing investigation

The Whatcom Gang and Drug Task Force began controlled drug buys in November 2024 following repeated drug use and other criminal complaints.

Local
10 months ago
State announces financial aid for Whatcom County residents affected by “bomb cyclone”

Gov. Jay Inslee declared a state of emergency on Tuesday over the storm that hit the PNW in November.

Outdoors
10 months ago
Mount Baker Ski Area hosts free avalanche awareness and rescue course

A season pass or lift ticket is not required to participate in the course on Jan. 11.

Traffic
10 months ago
UPDATE: Bellingham man killed in fatal crash on I-5 near Bellis Fair Mall

At this time, there is no estimate of when both lanes will reopen.

Local
10 months ago
WTA budgets $150,000 for Transit Access Fund

Money from the fund will go to local and tribal governments for infrastructure projects within a quarter mile of a bus stop.

Community Events
10 months ago
Kulshan Brewing Company holds fundraiser for Bellingham nonprofit

A local Bellingham brewery is hosting an upcoming event to support a nonprofit that was recently impacted by a building fire. 

Local
10 months ago
Whatcom County to hold planning commission public hearing

The hearing takes place on Jan. 23 at 6:30 p.m. and will focus on amending the countywide planning policies.

Local
10 months ago
State representatives announce over $50 million in funding for Washington agencies

Over $19 million of those funds will go to Skagit Transit’s Maintenance Facility Renovation.

Local
10 months ago
Snowboarder rescued on Mount Baker following overnight survival

Whatcom County Search and Rescue was able to reach the skier 14 hours after he was initially reported overdue.

Health and Wellness
10 months ago
Department of Health closes shellfish harvesting in Drayton Harbor and surrounding areas

The emergency closure was announced due to reports of norovirus-like illnesses from oysters in the area.