Listen LiveThe Bellingham City Council voted unanimously as the merger poses concerns over reduced competition and potential price hikes among other issues.
The short-term funding will support the services through next spring.
Southern Resident Orca calves experience a high rate of mortality, leading researchers to keep a closer eye on this new calf.
The shelter protection ordinance would ban all camping, sitting or sleeping on the sidewalk and living in vehicles in this area.
Water quality testing has since confirmed that bacteria levels in the lake are low, and it is now safe for public use.
WSDOT says Reese Hill Road will be closed through Sept. 19 in both directions from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. as crews stabilize an eroded bank.
The ongoing Marine Board of Investigation is the highest level of marine casualty investigation conducted by the Coast Guard.
The man was previously convicted on similar charges in another state.
September is National Preparedness Month, and community contributor Amy Cloud brings us more information about Whatcom County’s CERT program.
Bellingham Police spokesperson says the suspect is accused of stabbing a family member at their home on Sept. 13.