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Traffic
1 year ago
Marblemount Bridge to close to all traffic in September

Repairs made to the bridge will fix the failing paint system, corrosion and pack rust to metal elements, missing fasteners and leaking joints among other things.

Local
1 year ago
Death of Lummi fisherman near Point Robers brings criticism to U.S. Coast Guard

Lummi Chairman Anthony Hillaire later read a statement from the fisherman’s family on social media, criticizing the U.S. Coast Guard for a slow response. 

Crime
1 year ago
DNA testing further implicates Travis Decker in the murder of his three daughters

The U.S. Marshals Service is still offering up to $20,000 for information leading to Decker’s arrest.

Local
1 year ago
WSDOT to close portions of I-5 in Bellingham this week for repaving

Drivers are advised to plan for delays using alternative routes.

Government
1 year ago
Birch Bay residents invited to offer feedback on potential incorporation

Results from the feasibility study are expected to be released this fall.

Environmental
1 year ago
Whatcom County receives over $300,000 in state funds to purchase land near California Creek and Drayton Harbor

Another nearly $1.8 million will be divvied up among seven counties including Whatcom, San Juan and Skagit to offer assistance in helping landowners to reduce shoreline armoring.

Local
1 year ago
Two people injured in helicopter crash in Burlington

The Port of Skagit says the crash occurred at the Skagit Regional Airport just after 10 a.m.

Outdoors
1 year ago
U.S. Coast Guard rescues 12 kayakers between Patos Island and Sucia Island

First responders say the group’s VHF marine radio was key in the quick response and remind the public that carrying the radio can save lives.

Features
1 year ago
Prepare in a Year – Summer Fire Safety | Contributed

Did you know approximately 90% of all wildfires are human-caused? Meanwhile, fires in the home might or might not be the residents’ fault – but will 100% affect them.

Government
1 year ago
Former Whatcom County health director seeks $1.5 million from county, alleges wrongful termination

Before her firing, the former health director says she reported several instances of bullying and hostility from the County Executive, which caused her to experience mental health issues from the hostile environment.