Business
1 year ago
Backcountry Essentials expands storefront with new location on State Street

A staple business of downtown Bellingham has found its new location on State Street.

Crime
1 year ago
Ferndale woman arrested after making repeated false domestic violence allegations

The suspect made various claims of child physical and sexual abuse, all of which were found to be false.

Local
1 year ago
Whatcom County identifies new severe weather shelter location

The county had not received any applications until Lutheran Community Services agreed to open their doors.

Government
1 year ago
Whatcom County Council urges County Executive Sidhu to support food security in Whatcom County

The council voted unanimously during their evening meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 22, to pass the food banks plight onto the county executive’s office.

Local
1 year ago
Lynden Transport to deliver Capitol Christmas tree

The same Lynden Transport driver who made the trip back in 2015 will be behind the wheel once again.

Crime
1 year ago
Everson man sentenced to prison on drug and sexual assault charges

Following his prison sentence, the offender will be required to register as a sex offender.

Elections
1 year ago
Online, mail-in voter registration deadline approaches

After Monday, Oct. 28, people can only register or update their registration in-person at the auditor’s office, which is expected to have long lines on election week.

Government
1 year ago
Federal judge rules in favor of Washington state ban of self-administered sexual assault kits

Lawmakers found that the at-home kits create false expectations and hamper successful prosecutions.

Local
1 year ago
Whatcom County Health and Community Services takes lead in finding severe weather shelter in Bellingham

WCHCS reports that more people are needing services as the winter season is around the corner.

Local
1 year ago
WWU and former Dean of Libraries part ways following arrest on campus

The man was arrested for communicating with a minor for immoral purposes.