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Government
1 year ago
Gov. Ferguson signs at least 18 new bills into law in the span of a week

Notably, HB 1209 will regulate the sale of sodium nitrite in the state, becoming the fourth state to do so.

Local
1 year 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
1 year 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
1 year ago
WDFW closes Sauk, Skagit Rivers for all fishing

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

Environmental
1 year 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
1 year 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
1 year 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
1 year 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
1 year ago
Whatcom County ambulance struck by bullet on Mount Baker Highway

The incident occurred while transporting a patient east of Deming.

Local
1 year 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.