Local
2 years ago
City of Bellingham parts ways with Public Works & Human Resources directors

Mayor Kim Lund says the dismissals were not connected to any specific actions.

Outdoors
2 years ago
N. Lake Samish Bridge construction to prohibit watercraft traffic

The water traffic closure is estimated to be in effect until September.

Local
2 years ago
Demo of Pacific Street Operations Building continues

The next phase will include the demolition and rebuilding of a vehicle barn. It is expected that this second phase of construction will not be complete until 2026.

Features
2 years ago
Get to Know Guy: The man behind the heartbeat of Bellingham businesses

MBN’s Jason Upton had a chance to sit down with Guy Occhiogrosso, president and CEO of the Bellingham Regional Chamber of Commerce to learn about Guy and business in Bellingham.

Education
2 years ago
WWU conference looks to address financial and economic gaps in education

WWU will host a panel of economic and financial literacy speakers for the 2024 Washington Economics Symposium on Aug. 20. 

Community Events
2 years ago
Compass Health reluctant to finalize new union contract

Their last bargaining session took place on July 25.

Local
2 years ago
BRIEF: Dumpster fire ignites in Fairhaven, damages building on waterfront

Northwest Marine Industries also stated that the cause of the fire has not been determined yet. 

Business
2 years ago
Bellingham seeks new ideas for an annual city-wide event

If chosen, the winning event will be held for the first time in spring 2026.

Lifestyle
2 years ago
Officials tell Stehekin residents to “Get out now!”

The American Red Cross is setting up a shelter for evacuees at the Chelan community gym.

Local
2 years ago
Washington state launches campaign to highlight safety of mail-in-voting

The campaign uses a newly created animated character called “Mark the Ballot” to lend insight into the process and encourage voters to use the system.