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Crime
1 year ago
New report shows decline in car thefts across Washington state

The Washington Auto Theft Prevention Authority reports that the total number of thefts is down nearly a third compared to 2023.

Lifestyle
1 year ago
Super Bowl LIX watch parties in and around Bellingham

Get your plans set for Super Bowl LIX this Sunday at one of these Whatcom County watch parties.

Local
1 year 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
1 year 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
1 year 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
1 year 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
1 year 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
1 year 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
1 year 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
1 year 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.