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Local
1 year ago
WSDOT seeks public feedback for updated State Rail Plan

Some goals WSDOT is pursuing with the plan include easing congestion on roadways, strengthening Washington’s economy, reducing emissions and improving safety.

Business
1 year ago
Vacant lot of the Terminal Building site in Fairhaven is up for sale

The lot at the corner of Harris Avenue and 11th Street was listed for $1 million.

Education
1 year ago
WWU Board of Trustees approves new “socially responsible investing” policy

The objectives were part of an agreement between university administrators and students that ended a two-week long encampment protest in May 2024.

Government
1 year ago
Mount Vernon institutes hiring freeze amidst multimillion-dollar budget shortfall

Mayor Pete Donovan made the announcement in an email to city employees on Thursday, April 10.

Government
1 year ago
Lawmakers in Olympia move forward with new gun permit requirements

The new bill would require gun buyers to obtain a permit prior to purchasing a firearm.

Crime
1 year ago
Whatcom County drug dealer tied to Mexican crime organization receives jail time

Roughly 3.5 pounds of fentanyl powder was seized from the man’s home and vehicle.

Health and Wellness
1 year ago
Prepare in a Year – Got a “Go Bag”? | Contributed

Community Contributor Amy Cloud has an easy list to get your Go Bag ready to be better prepared for the time you may need it.

Government
1 year ago
State AG joins coalition in defense of law firms from Trump executive orders

AG Brown joins 21 other state Attorney Generals in filing the amicus briefs in the U.S. District Court of District of Columbia. 

Government
1 year ago
Potential electoral boundary changes may impact Lynden

The Whatcom County Council will present its proposed boundary changes at their regularly scheduled meeting on April 15.

Business
1 year ago
Bellingham Cold Storage to be acquired by Michigan-based warehouse giant

BCS has occupied space on the Bellingham Waterfront since 1946 and supports roughly 1,200 year-round jobs.