Local
11 months ago
New project in Fairhaven will increase walkability in 2025

The project will bring a new sidewalk, traffic signal and more to the Fairhaven area.

Local
11 months ago
Bellingham City Council votes 6-1 to remove parking minimums

The interim ordinance comes after Mayor Lund’s executive order to expand housing options in Bellingham.

Community Events
11 months ago
Downtown Bellingham Partnership honors local business at 2024 Scepter Awards

The Downtown Bellingham Partnership honored 12 individuals, organizations and spaces that have significantly contributed to the vibrancy and vitality of downtown Bellingham.

Government
11 months ago
Whatcom County seeks applicants for advisory board positions

Members of the boards and committees will advise the county council on a variety of local topics.

Local
11 months ago
City of Bellingham continues to revitalize the downtown area with a new mural, community events

Applicants were encouraged to send ideas for projects that could boost downtown’s aesthetic appeal and liveliness using $250,000 in lodging tax funds.

Government
11 months ago
Washington state to ban selling cosmetics that use animal testing in 2025

Washington state has joined nearly a dozen of other states in banning the practice, though there are a few exceptions to the rule.

Weather
11 months ago
Nooksack River forecast to hit “action stage” as heavy rainfall hits the region

The Skagit River in Mount Vernon, meanwhile, is forecast to jump well above action stage, though no flooding is currently in the forecast.

Traffic
11 months ago
BRIEF: Custer rest areas to be closed throughout the week

WSDOT has not disclosed a reason for the closures, but they are encouraging drivers to use the Bow Hill rest areas instead.

Local
11 months ago
Bellingham Police and other local agencies to increase patrols to combat DUI infractions this holiday season

Last year, the campaign netted 17 DUI arrests in the final two weeks of the year.

Weather
11 months ago
WEATHER: NWS issues wind advisory for Whatcom County this weekend

Additionally, a minor coastal flooding advisory is in effect from 3 a.m. to 9 a.m. on Saturday for western Whatcom County.