Entertainment
11 months ago
Where to celebrate Mardi Gras around Bellingham

Enjoy a night on the town at one of these Mardi Gras events in Bellingham.

Traffic
11 months ago
BRIEF: Utility work to close portion of roadway in Ferndale

Residents are being asked to use Main Street as a detour route.

Local
11 months ago
Former City of Bellingham employees appeal COVID-19 vaccine case in federal court

A U.S. district court judge in Seattle dismissed the case with prejudice on Jan. 21, 2025, meaning that it can’t be brought back to court, but the group appealed the decision last month.

Local
11 months ago
Whatcom County District Court offers Warrant Quash Day on March 5

Whatcom County’s District Court is offering an opportunity for those with a warrant to avoid jail time.

Environmental
11 months ago
Earthquake near Orcas Island felt by Bellingham residents early Monday morning

The earthquake was felt as far south as Seattle, and shaking was also reported in southern British Columbia.

Education
11 months ago
Western Washington University announces additional layoffs amidst $18 million budget deficit

The announcement comes days after Gov. Bob Ferguson proposed a nearly $7.5 million cut to WWU’s funding over the next two years.

Community Events
11 months ago
Birch Bay Chamber of Commerce aims to break world record polar plunge in 2026

Guinness currently lists a 2015 polar plunge in Poland as the world’s largest, with nearly 1800 participants.

Local
11 months ago
YWCA Bellingham to open new shelter in March

The shelter, located near the intersection of Lakeway Drive and Ellis Street, can serve up to 19 women with children ages ten and under, including pregnant women.

Government
11 months ago
Whatcom County Council discusses timeline for new jail and behavioral health center

The county is hoping to have a preliminary estimate of the project’s budget in May and finish a capacity study on both facilities.

Health and Wellness
11 months ago
Whatcom County announces dates for free vaccine clinics in 2025

The clinics are walk-in only and vaccines are available on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last.