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Local
12 months ago
Unionized workers at PeaceHealth authorize a strike

My Bellingham Now previously reported that wages, medical benefits and safety issues due to short staffing have contributed to issues with creating a new contract. 

Traffic
12 months ago
WSDOT cameras begin watching for speeding drivers in Skagit County

Drivers caught by the cameras will receive a notice in the mail, but no fines will be issued.

Outdoors
12 months ago
WDFW closes Sauk, Skagit Rivers for all fishing

Both rivers will close on April 11 after lower-than-expected returns of steelhead.

Environmental
12 months ago
Whatcom County to host water adjudication seminars this spring

A regional water rights consultant will offer demonstrations and provide more information about the adjudication process.

Elections
12 months ago
BRIEF: Special election ballots mailed for Meridian School District’s $71 million bond measure

Ballots are due in a drop box or must be postmarked by April 22 in order to count.

Local
12 months ago
Whatcom County agencies crack down on distracted drivers

April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month and Whatcom County is taking part in the state-wide campaign. 

Crime
12 months ago
Incarcerated Lummi Nation man faces federal charges for killing bald eagles

WHATCOM COUNTY, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – An incarcerated Lummi Nation man is facing additional federal […]

Local
12 months ago
Whatcom County ambulance struck by bullet on Mount Baker Highway

The incident occurred while transporting a patient east of Deming.

Local
12 months ago
Unionized PeaceHealth workers hold vote to authorize strike in Bellingham

The union is made up of more than 900 service workers, lab assistants and imaging technicians.

Lifestyle
12 months ago
Another stuffed sloth on I-5 near Bellingham taken down by WSDOT crew

The previous sloth, known online as “Slothy”, was taken down by WSDOT on March 18.