Local
1 year ago
Washington changes license plate manufacturing process to address shortage

New plates will be non-embossed to save on manual labor until the shortage is over.

Education
1 year ago
Budget error threatens to pull over $28 million from Washington colleges

The loss of funding would likely lead to hiring freezes or layoffs, delays to new programs and the possible closure of existing programs.

Local
1 year ago
Whatcom County scrambles to find new severe weather shelter

The county is calling on the community for tips on possible locations and has posted shelter employee job openings.

Crime
1 year ago
Lynden police intercept attempted financial scam

The 71-year-old victim was falsely told to withdraw tens of thousands of dollars to “pay back” an agent.

Government
1 year ago
Washington state allocates millions to Puget Sound restoration

The Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife and the Department of Natural Resources have announced this month’s investment list.

Dedicated To Service
1 year ago
Whatcom County service workers to be honored at award ceremony

The Washington Governor’s Lifesaving Awards will take place in Tacoma on Sept. 25, honoring individuals who have performed life-saving tasks on the job.

Government
1 year ago
Report released by Whatcom County Council following months-long investigation into sexual harassment allegations

The report sheds new light on the investigation of sexual harassment allegations at the county level.

Government
1 year ago
City of Bellingham expands protected Lake Whatcom watershed area

The Bellingham City Council unanimously approved a purchase of two parcels of land in the Lake Whatcom watershed.

Government
1 year ago
Washington begins carbon linkage discussions with California and Quebec

The Dept. of Ecology forecasts the final agreement between the two states and the Canadian province won’t be ready until late 2025 at the earliest.

Local
1 year ago
Puget Sound Energy announces new clean energy projects for Washington state

Puget Sound Energy is developing a solar facility and a battery storage project that will add almost 350 megawatts of clean energy to their portfolio.