Local
12 months ago
Mysterious chain link fence removed from Canadian border

Residents noticed the chain link fence near the intersection of Marine Drive and Roosevelt Way on Jan. 16.

Government
12 months ago
Bill to rewrite parental “bill of rights” passes through state Senate

The bill, SB 5181, passed through the state Senate yesterday, Feb. 6 on a party-line vote of 30-19.

Business
12 months ago
North Coast Credit Union branch in Bellingham closing in preparation for new tiny home village

North Coast Credit Union announced today, Feb. 6 that it’s closing its branch at Northwest Avenue on Feb. 28.

Local
12 months ago
Severe weather shelters across Whatcom County extend hours

Weather shelters across the county are adjusting their hours to accommodate the forecast continuation of cold temperatures and conditions.

Outdoors
12 months ago
Mount Baker Ski Area hosts 36th Legendary Banked Slalom

The epic snowboard race runs all day starting with qualifiers on Friday, Feb. 7 and Saturday, Feb. 8. The top racers will then compete in the finals on Sunday, Feb. 9.

Crime
12 months ago
Ferndale man sentenced following workplace rape conviction

In 2023, a resident of a group home for developmentally disabled adults witnessed the man sexually assault another resident.

Community Events
12 months ago
Happy Tails Happy Homes’ Puppy Bowl brings adoptable pups to Menace Brewing

The Bellingham home-foster non-profit organization is hosting its first annual puppy football tournament on Feb. 9 at noon.

Crime
12 months ago
Three people arrested after a pair of drug busts in Kendall

The three suspects were taken into custody on suspicion of possession with intent to deliver among other charges. 

Local
12 months ago
BRIEF: AAA reports rising gas prices in the new year

The American Automobile Association says Bellingham’s average price for a gallon of regular gas is $3.94.

Local
12 months ago
BRIEF: Protesters in Bellingham join nationwide protest against Trump’s executive orders

An estimated 100 protesters marched in downtown Bellingham, gathering at the Federal Building on Magnolia Street.